Environmental Consultant - Plan Review

What You'll Be Doing

Join #TeamWake as an Environmental Consultant !

The Environmental Consultant - Plan Review is responsible for providing project management for special and complex projects, ensuring compliance with state rules and local regulations. This role serves as a subject matter expert on specialized topics for other Departmental staff and protects public health and environmental quality by reviewing construction plans, performing inspections, and issuing permits according to state rules and local regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage special and complex projects, ensuring compliance with state and local regulations
• Serve as a subject matter expert and coordinate with local municipalities for project requirements
• Review facility plans and evaluate construction to ensure compliance with applicable codes at public facilities, including food service, lodging, institutions, schools, child and adult care centers, nursing homes, swimming pools, and others
• Recommend adjustments to projects to assist customers with compliance while minimizing time and financial burden
• Issue permits for facilities that comply with NC DHHS regulations
• Educate and consult with customers to facilitate the permitting process and reduce risk factors
• Communicate compliance messages clearly to a diverse group of operators
• Provide guidance, coaching, and training to other employees in the work group
• Perform inspections and evaluations to enforce environmental regulations at North Carolina DHHS regulated public facilities and communicate findings with operators

About Our Team

At the heart of the Wake County Public Health department is a dedicated team of professionals committed to protecting and improving the health of our community. We bring together expertise in communicable disease control, environmental health, health education, school health, clinical services, and population health to deliver responsive and equitable services. With a shared mission of promoting wellness, preventing disease, and ensuring access to essential services, we work collaboratively with partners and residents to build a healthier, more resilient community for all of Wake County.

The Basics (Required Education and Experience)

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Geology, Environmental Science or related field
• Three years of experience in environmental planning, inspections or engineering
• NC Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS)
• Valid Driver's License and "safe" driving record

• Please include ALL prior work experience on your application and resume.

Beyond the Basics (Preferred Education and Experience)

• 3 Years NC Registered Environmental Health Specialist
• Current NC DHHS authorizations in Food, Lodging and Institutions, Child Care and School Sanitation, and Public Swimming Pools
• Current or prior experience conducting plan reviews or construction inspections
• Knowledge of EnerGov software

How Will We Know You're 'The One'?

• Advanced understanding of EHS regulations, management systems, regulatory agencies, trends and resources
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills
• Must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills being able to succinctly communicate, market and sell practical Environmental Health and Safety solutions to all levels of company/business/and facility personnel
• Critical thinking skills to analyze complex situations and propose recommendations supported by defensible documentation
• Ability to analyze situations, navigate ambiguity, and offer informed recommendations and guidance to resolve problems
• Ability to independently prioritize, manage and coordinate multiple assignments
• Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction

About This Position

Location: WCOB Raleigh, NC 27610 USA

Employment Type: Regular

Work Schedule: MonFri 8:30am 5:15pm

Hiring Range: 75,108 105,155

Market Range: 75,108.00 - 135,202.00

Please include ALL prior work experience on your application and resume.

Posting Closing Date: 7:00 pm on 8/5/2025

What Makes Wake Great Equal Opportunity Statement Background Check Statement Emergency Service Worker Statement What Makes Wake Great

Home to the State Capital, Wake County is one of the fastest growing areas in the nation and the most populous county in the state, with more than 1.1 million residents. The County has received national and international rankings and accolades from publications such as Money, Fortune, and Time magazines as being one of the best places to live, work and play. The central location of the County allows for a short drive to the spectacular mountains or coast. Wake County Government is governed by a seven-member Board of Commissioners, who are elected at-large to serve two-year terms. Wake County Government has a general operating budget of $1.874 billion, employs over 4400 employees, experiences minimal turnover, and is an award-winning leader in wellness and technology initiatives; such as offering employees and covered spouses free access to the Employee Health Center. Wake County Government offers a wide range of training and development opportunities, a stable career in public service with a balance of work and family life, flexible work schedules and a competitive salary and benefits package.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Wake County provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.

Background Check Statement

Position may require a background check that may include: criminal, credit, motor vehicle, education, and sexual offender registry or others based on job requirements. Unless required by state law, a record of conviction will not automatically exclude you from consideration for employment. Wake County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Emergency Service Worker Statement

In the event of an emergency, as determined by the County Manager or designee, participation in preparedness and response operations should be expected. Employee may be required to fill a temporary assignment in a role different from standard duties, work hours and/or work location in preparation for, during and after the emergency. Employee may also be required to participate in relevant exercises and regular preparedness training.