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Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Environmental Engineering Specialist in Pennsylvania
Environmental Engineering Specialist
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Environmental Engineering Specialist
Salary
$66,348.00 - $86,514.00 Annually
Location
Allegheny County, PA
Job Type
Civil Service Permanent Full-Time
Job Number
CS-2024-86654-14520
Department
Department of Environmental Protection
Division
EP SWRO Wtrwy Wtlnds
Opening Date
06/27/2024
Closing Date
7/10/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
Job Code
14520
Position Number
50592577
Union
AFSCME
Bargaining Unit
B4
Pay Group
ST07
Bureau / Division Code
00354510
Bureau / Division
Southwest Regional Office, Waterways and Wetlands
Worksite Address
400 Waterfront Drive
City
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Zip Code
15222
Contact Name
OA, CE DEP
Contact Email
RA-DEPJobs@pa.gov
Description
Benefits
Questions
THE POSITION
Are you passionate about safeguarding the well-being of Pennsylvania's residents and the environment? The Department of Environmental Protection is currently on the lookout for an individual who is committed to ensuring the health and safety of the state's citizens. Your role involves conducting engineering reviews in the field of hydrology and hydraulics for the permit division of the waterways and wetlands program. If you have a keen interest in pursuing a rewarding career as an Environmental Engineering Specialist, seize this opportunity and join our team!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
As part of your role, you will be responsible for conducting engineering reviews and providing assistance in conducting them. These reviews are crucial for ensuring compliance with statewide initiatives pertaining to dam safety, waterways management, floodplain management, erosion, and sediment control. It is also important to enforce the requirements set by the dam safety and encroachment act, floodplain management, and clean streams law. Additionally, you will assist conservation districts in reviewing storm water construction permit applications under chapter 102, specifically focusing on the examination of erosion and sediment control plans for various construction projects.
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description (https://careers.employment.pa.gov/pd/PD_NEOGOV.asp?p=50592577) .
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
Full-time employment
Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with 30-minute lunch.
This position requires travel.
Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time up to 2 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 Pittsburgh.
Salary: Most selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $66,348.00 (before taxes).
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:
Two years of professional experience in environmental engineering, and possession of a valid Engineer-in-Training certificate issued by or acceptable to the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists; or
One year of professional experience in environmental engineering, and possession of a valid Professional Engineer license issued by the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists;or
Successful completion of the training program for Environmental Engineering Trainee; or
One year of professional experience in environmental engineering, and a bachelor’s degree in environmental engineering or in any engineering field that includes or is supplemented by 9 credits in environmental engineering.
Graduate study in environmental engineering or in a closely related field may be substituted for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.
Condition of Employment:
This position requires possession of a valid driver’s license.
Other Requirements:
PA residency requirement (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) is currentlywaivedfor this title.
You must be able to perform essential job functions.
How to Apply:
Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe 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 may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
Veterans:
Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspxand click the Veterans’ Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov .
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/testoncefor this posting.
Your results will be provided via email.
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Health & Wellness
We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*
Compensation & Financial Planning
We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.
Work/Life Balance
We know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*
Values and Culture
We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.
Employee Perks
Sometimes, it is the little “extras” that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.
For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visitwww.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.
*Eligibility rules apply.
01
Do you possess a current driver's license which is not under suspension?
Yes
No
02
If you answered "Yes" to the above question, please provide your license number and expiration date. If you answered "No", type N/A in the text box below.
03
Did you successfully complete the Environmental Engineering Trainee program with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania?
Yes
No
04
If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.
05
How much full-time professional environmental engineering experience do you possess?
2 years or more
1 but less than 2 years
Less than 1 year
None
06
If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.
07
Do you possess a valid Professional Engineer license issued by the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists?
Yes
No
08
If you answered yes to the above question, please provide your license number and expiration date. If you answered no, type N/A in the text box below.
09
Do you possess a valid Engineer-in-Training certificate issued by or acceptable to the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists?
Yes
No
10
If you answered yes to the above question, please provide your license number and expiration date. If you answered no, type N/A in the text box below.
11
Do you possess a bachelor's degree in engineering which includes 9 credits in environmental engineering?
If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted.
If you answer "yes" to this question based on education acquired outside of the United States, you must also upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation. For more information on foreign education credentials, please visithttps://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx#q3and click on Other Information.
Yes
No
12
How much graduate coursework have you completed in Environmental Engineering or a closely related field?
If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted.
If you answer this question based on education acquired outside of the United States, you must also upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation. For more information on foreign education credentials, please visithttps://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx#q3and click on Other Information.
30 credits or more
15 but less than 30 credits
Less than 1 5 credits
None
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INSTRUCTIONS: You must complete the supplemental questions below. These supplemental questions are the exam and will be scored. They are designed to give you the opportunity to relate your experience and training background to the major activities (Work Behaviors) performed in this position. Failure to provide complete and accurate information may delay the processing of your application or result in a lower-than-deserved score or disqualification. Youmustcomplete the applicationandanswer the supplemental questions. Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe reviewed for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position or to determine your score.
All information you provide on your application and supplemental questions is subject to verification. Any misrepresentation, falsification or omission of material facts is subject to penalty. If requested, you must provide documentation, including names, addresses, and telephone numbers of individuals who can verify the validity of the information you provide in the application and supplemental questions.
Read each question carefully. Determine and select which "Level of Performance" most closely represents your highest level of experience/training. List the employer(s)/training source(s) from your Work or Education sections of the application where you gained this experience/training.The "Level of Performance" you choose must be clearly supported within the description of the experience and training information entered in your application or your score may be lowered.In order to receive credit for experience, you must have worked in a job for at least six months in which the experience claimed was a major function.
If you have read and understand these instructions, please click on the "Yes" button and proceed to the exam questions.
If you have general questions regarding the application and hiring process, please refer to ourFAQ page (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) .
Yes
14
WORK BEHAVIOR 1 - REVIEWING PERMIT DOCUMENTS
Reviews permit applications and other authorizations related to construction stormwater, water obstruction, and encroachment programs for adequacy of design, accuracy of calculations, operation and maintenance requirements, and adherence to policy and guidance. Identifies technical deficiencies and makes recommendations for change.
Levels of Performance
Select the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim.
A. I have experience reviewing technical engineering documents related to construction stormwater, or water obstructions or encroachments to identify deficiencies and make recommendations for change.
B. I have experience reviewing technical engineering documents in any other engineering discipline to identify deficiencies and make recommendations for change. .
C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to environmental engineering or hydraulic engineering.
D. I have NO experience or education related to this work behavior.
15
In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.
The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience
Your experience reviewing technical engineering documents and the type(s) of documents
The specific duties you performed and your level of responsibility
16
If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.
College/University
Course Title(s)
Credits/Clock Hours
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WORK BEHAVIOR 2 - CONDUCT INSPECTIONS
Conducts inspections of work on engineering or construction projects related to construction stormwater, earth disturbance, and activities that impact wetlands, streams, and associated floodways to determine compliance with engineering design plans and specifications, permit requirements, and applicable rules, regulations, and statutes
Levels of Performance
Select the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim.
A. I have experience conducting inspections of stormwater, waterways, or wetlands engineering or construction projects to determine compliance with plans, specifications, permits, or regulations.
B. I have experience conducting inspections of engineering or construction projects NOT RELATED to stormwater, waterways or wetlands to determine compliance with plans, specifications, permits, or regulations.
C. I have experience conducting inspections of engineering or construction projects to determine the quality of workmanship or adherence to safety processes.
D. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to engineering design, computer aided design (CAD), inspections, or compliance.
E. I have NO experience or education related to this work behavior.
18
In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.
The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience
Your experience conducting inspections of engineering or construction projects and the type(s) of inspections
The specific duties you performed and your level of responsibility
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If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.
College/University
Course Title(s)
Credits/Clock Hours
20
WORK BEHAVIOR 3 - TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE
Provides technical assistance to applicants, consultants, staff, and the public regarding environmental rules and regulations, and the policies and application requirements for the Department of Environmental Protection's Construction Stormwater and Water Obstruction and Encroachment Programs..
Levels of Performance
Select the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim.
A. I have experience providing technical assistance to internal and external parties regarding environmental rules and regulations.
B. I have experience providing technical assistance to internal or external parties regarding environmental rules and regulations.
C. I have experience providing technical assistance NOT RELATED to environmental rules and regulations.
D. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to related to communication, construction stormwater, or water obstructions or encroachments
E. I have NO experience or education related to this work behavior.
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In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.
The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience
Your experience providing technical assistance
The topic(s) of the information provided and to whom
The specific duties you performed and your level of responsibility
22
If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.
College/University
Course Title(s)
Credits/Clock Hours
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WORK BEHAVIOR 4 - WRITTEN COMMUNICATION
Prepares permit documents for a variety of stakeholders. Corresponds in writing with colleagues, the regulated community, and the public regarding environmental assessments, public notices, environmental compliance requirements, and construction plans/specifications related to construction stormwater, water obstruction, and encroachment projects. .
Levels of Performance
Select the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim.
A. I have experience preparing permit documents AND writing letters. I was responsible for the final content of the written material.
B. I have experience preparing permit documents OR writing letters. Someone else was responsible for the final content of the written material.
C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to technical writing, business writing, or English composition.
D. I have NO experience or education related to this work behavior.
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In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.
The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience
Your experience preparing permit documents or writing letters
The specific duties you performed and your level of responsibility
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If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.
College/University
Course Title(s)
Credits/Clock Hours
Required Question
Agency
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Address
613 North Street
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120
Website
http://www.employment.pa.gov