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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-2024-83740-14520
Department
Department of Environmental Protection
Division
EP SWRO Clean Wtr
Opening Date
05/09/2024
Closing Date
5/22/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
Job Code
14520
Position Number
00024035
Union
AFSCME
Bargaining Unit
B4
Pay Group
ST07
Bureau / Division Code
00354560
Bureau / Division
Southwest Regional Office, Clean Water
Worksite Address
400 Waterfront Dr
City
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Zip Code
15222
Contact Name
OA, CE DEP
Contact Email
RA-DEPJobs@pa.gov
Description
Benefits
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THE POSITION
The Department of Environmental Protection is seeking a candidate who is dedicated to protecting the health and safety of Pennsylvania's citizens and environment. If you are interested in furthering your Commonwealth career as an Environmental Engineering Specialist, apply today to become a part of our team!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
An Environmental Engineering Specialist in the Sewage Planning Section is assigned projects involving the review of Water Quality Management applications for permits to construct sanitary sewer treatment systems and conveyance systems. In this position, you will also develop effluent limitations to insert into NPDES permits to comply with federal and state regulations. The engineer will also review NPDES permit applications for the spreading of bio-solids and the discharge from municipal separate storm sewer systems.
If this position has been filled as an Environmental Engineering Trainee, you will serve a 12-month training period. During this training period, there will be a greater oversight of the employee's duties, formal training, and on-the-job training to perform the environmental engineering duties and implement the objectives of the Clean Water Program. You may also participate in the review of ACT 537 plans to address all the sewage needs of an individual municipality.
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=00024035) .
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 required for site visits.
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 Pittsburgh.
Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. Most selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $66,348 (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 Non-commercial Class C Driver’s License.
Other Requirements:
PA residency requirement (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) is currently waivedfor this title.
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:
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/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
Condition of Employment- Do you possess a current driver's license which is not under suspension?
Yes
No
02
If yes, please provide the license number and expiration date in the text box below. If no, please type N/A.
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 "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.
30 credits or more
15 but less than 30 credits
Less than 15 credits
None
13
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 - FIELD STUDIES AND FACILITY DESIGNS
Develops and evaluates field studies or sanitary and land surveys for the purpose of authorizing permits, certifications, or approvals. Develops, designs, or reviews the designs of facilities, contract plans, specifications, and related documents to issue authorizations such as permits, certifications, or approvals and recommends actions on authorizations for facilities found in the field of environmental engineering.Levels of PerformanceSelect the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim.
A. I have DEVELOPED AND EVALUATED field studies or sanitary and land surveys to authorize permits, certifications, or approvals; AND developed, designed, or evaluated facility designs, contract plans, specifications, and related documents to issue permits, certifications, or approvals. I HAVE RECOMMENDED ACTION to approve or deny authorizations such as permits, certifications, or approvals.
B. I have EVALUATED field studies or sanitary and land surveys to authorize permits, certifications, or approvals; OR developed, designed, or evaluated facility designs, contract plans, specifications, and related documents to issue permits, certifications, or approvals. SOMEONE ELSE WAS RESPONSIBLE FOR RECOMMENDING ACTION to approve or deny authorizations such as permits, certifications, or approvals based on my evaluations.
C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to field studies, land surveys, facility designs, contract plans, or specifications.
D. I have NO experience or coursework 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.
The type(s) of field studies and facility designs you have evaluated or developed.
The actual duties you performed.
Your level or 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
Credits/Clock Hours
17
WORK BEHAVIOR 2 - INVESTIGATIONS
Conducts investigations relevant to the field of environmental engineering to monitor and enforce plan compliance with permits, certifications, or other authorizations during the construction of facilities and for the operation and maintenance of existing facilities.Levels of PerformanceSelect the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim.
A. I have experience conducting environmental engineering investigations AND monitoring plan compliance during and after the construction of facilities. I was responsible for enforcing compliance with authorizations such as permits, certifications, or approvals.
B. I have experience conducting environmental engineering investigations OR monitoring plan compliance during and after the construction of facilities. SOMEONE ELSE was responsible for enforcing compliance with authorizations such as permits, certifications, or approvals.
C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to conducting investigations or monitoring plan compliance.
D. I have NO experience or coursework 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.
The type(s) of environmental engineering investigations you have conducted.
The type(s) of facilities that you monitored for plan compliance.
The actual duties you performed.
Your level of responsibility.
19
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
Credits/Clock Hours
20
WORK BEHAVIOR 3 - COMMUNICATIONS
Drafts and analyzes written inspection reports, quarterly reports, annual reports, written regulations, technical guidance, standards, and procedures for the design, construction, operation, or maintenance of facilities and programs. Delivers formal presentations to disseminate technical information at conferences, meetings, hearings, or seminars concerning facilities and programs found in the field of environmental engineering.Levels of PerformanceSelect the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim.
A. I have drafted and analyzed written reports AND I have delivered formal presentations in front of a wide variety of audiences. I was responsible for the final written report and developing the content of the formal presentations.
B. I have drafted and analyzed PORTIONS OF written reports OR I have delivered formal presentations in front of a wide variety of audiences. SOMEONE ELSE was responsible for the final written report or developing the content of the presentations I have delivered.
C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to technical writing, report writing, or public speaking.
D. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior.
21
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.
The type(s) of written reports you have drafted and analyzed.
The type(s) of formal presentations you delivered.
The actual duties you performed.
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
Credits/Clock Hours
Required Question
Agency
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Address
613 North Street
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120
Website
http://www.employment.pa.gov