THE POSITION

The Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is currently on the lookout for a proficient and well-organized leader who is also an experienced engineering professional. The ideal candidate should be committed to safeguarding the environment and the health of the citizens of Pennsylvania. If you are an Environmental Engineer Manager looking to advance your career in the Commonwealth, then this is the perfect opportunity for you to join our team. Apply today and become a part of our mission to protect the environment and the people of Pennsylvania.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

As the supervisor of the clean water program's permit section, your main responsibility will be to review permit applications for different water programs, ranging from sewage to industrial waste treatment. Your role will involve making recommendations and informing the program manager of the final decision. Additionally, you will ensure that all permit documentation complies with the law, regulations, and policies. This supervisory position also requires effective communication with permit applicants, governmental agencies, and the general public. 

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 30-minute lunch.
• *Telework: *You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, up to 3 day per week. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Meadville.
• This position requires overtime as needed.
• This position does require occasional travel for trainings and statewide meetings.
• *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:*

• Two years as an Environmental Engineer or an Air Quality Engineer; *or*

• Five years of professional engineering experience in environmental protection or in environmental project development, design or construction.

   

*Special Requirement:*

• This position requires possession of a valid Professional Engineer license issued by the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists or a valid Professional Engineer license issued by the applicable licensing body of another state. 

*Other Requirements:*

• PA residency requirement is currently waived for this title.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Post Employment Requirement:

• Successful candidates with an out of state Professional Engineer license will be required to produce a valid Professional Engineer license issued by Pennsylvania within their initial six-month probationary period.

    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).

• 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. 
• Qualified candidates may apply by clicking "Apply Now."  Next, select your resume. You may complete a cover letter on the following creen.  You must then contact the employer via one of the methods listed on the screen after clicking "Continue."

* * 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.aspx and 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/test once for this posting.
• Your results will be provided via email.