THE POSITION
The Department of Environmental Protection is seeking a hard working and passionate individual who is dedicated to protecting the health and safety of Pennsylvania's citizens and environment. If you are interested in a Commonwealth career as an Environmental Protection Compliance Specialist, apply today to become a part of our team!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
The primary duty of this role involves executing the enforcement policies and procedures established by the Department in relation to the Clean Streams Law, as well as the associated Rules and Regulations that govern Water Quality Management. This includes the systematic cataloging, tracking, and evaluation of annual reports submitted by permit holders of wastewater collection, conveyance, and treatment systems that fall under the program's jurisdiction. Additionally, the position entails reviewing periodic updates regarding the status of corrective actions and connection requests as outlined in a Corrective Action Plan/Connection Management Plan (CAP/CMP), with the authority to recommend the approval of connections based on the assessment of the information provided by the permittee. The role also requires the maintenance of all internal data management spreadsheets to ensure accurate record-keeping. Furthermore, the individual will be responsible for the preparation of various legal documents, including Notices of Violation (NOVs), Administrative Orders, Field Orders, Consent Orders and Agreements, Consent Assessments of Civil Penalty, as well as Consent Assessment and Settlement Agreements, along with settlement letters.
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
- Full-time employment
- Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
- Travel is required for site visits and training.
- Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, up to 3 days a week. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Norristown.
- Salary:In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
- You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
- One year of professional experience as a Sanitarian, Air Quality Specialist, Solid Waste Specialist, or Water Quality Specialist; or
- Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training which affords the applicant the required knowledges, skills, and abilities.
Special Requirement:
- This position requires the possession of a valid motor vehicle operator's license as issued by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
Other Requirements:
- You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency.
- You must be able to perform essential job functions.
How to Apply:
- Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
- If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
- Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
- Failure to comply with the above application requirements will eliminate you from consideration for this position.
Veterans:
Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):
- 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.
The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.
EXAMINATION INFORMATION
- Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
- Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
- Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
- You must provide complete and accurate information or:
- your score may be lower than deserved.
- you may be disqualified.
- You may only apply/test once for this posting.
- Your results will be provided via email.
