Reference #: 4656458 THE POSITION Are you an avid environmental advocate who is deeply committed to safeguarding the welfare and environment of Pennsylvania's residents? If you possess a strong drive to create a positive change in our surroundings and aspire to progress in your career, seize the opportunity to become an Environmental Engineering Specialist in our dynamic team. Begin making a significant difference by submitting your application today!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

In this role, you will take on the responsibility of offering scientific expertise as an engineering specialist to colleagues by independently assessing and addressing engineering challenges, particularly those related to distinctive technical pollution issues. Your duties will include the evaluation and analysis of technical engineering data pertinent to the activities of two key programs: the regional Environmental Cleanup and Brownfield Program and the Waste Management Program. You will engage in a range of tasks within the Hazardous Site Cleanup Program, which encompasses the investigation and remediation of hazardous sites, ensuring adherence to federal and state regulations, policies, and procedures that govern the identification, investigation, and cleanup processes under the Federal Superfund and State Hazardous Sites Cleanup Act.

Moreover, your responsibilities will extend to the examination of both general and specific technical engineering elements related to soil and groundwater remediation, including the management of water and air emissions resulting from these cleanup operations and other associated activities. As a member of the Facilities Section, you and your team will also be tasked with reviewing permit applications for various waste management categories, including Municipal, Residual, and Hazardous Waste Management. Typical projects you may encounter involve landfills, transfer stations, waste processing facilities, and sites dedicated to the storage and treatment of hazardous waste. Additionally, you will work under the supervision of the Environmental Group Manager within the Hazardous Sites Cleanup Section, and this critical position will be conducted under the oversight of a Licensed Professional Engineer in the Waste Management Program, as necessary, to fulfill the job requirements in accordance with relevant legal standards.

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. Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time up to 3 days per 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 Wilkes-Barre. Salary:Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $67,678.00 (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:

Successful completion of the training program for Environmental Engineering Trainee; or 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; o 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; or Graduate study in environmental engineering or in a closely related field may be substituted for the required experience on a year-for-year basis Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within 3 months of graduating with a qualifying degree/credits. Condition of Employment: This position requires possession of a valid Non-commercial Class C Driver's License.

Other Requirements: PA residency requirement is currently waived for 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.

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.

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.