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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
Cambria County, PA
Job Type
Civil Service Permanent Full-Time
Job Number
CS-2024-81635-14520
Department
Department of Environmental Protection
Division
EP Bur Abndnd Mn Rclm Acd Mn D
Opening Date
06/14/2024
Closing Date
6/28/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
Job Code
14520
Position Number
50653763
Union
AFSCME
Bargaining Unit
B4
Pay Group
ST07
Bureau / Division Code
00355460
Bureau / Division
EP Bur Abndnd Mn Rclm Acd Mn D
Worksite Address
286 Industrial Park Road
City
Ebensburg, Pennsylvania
Zip Code
15931
Contact Name
Rob Konowitch
Contact Email
ra-depjobs@pa.gov
Description
Benefits
Questions
THE POSITION
NOTE: THIS IS A REPOSTING OF (CS-2024-81635-14520). IF YOU APPLIED UNDER THE PREVIOUS POSTING WHICH WAS OPEN FROM APRIL 17, 2024 TO MAY 1, 2024, YOU CANNOT SUBMIT A NEW APPLICATION.
The Department of Environmental Protection is currently seeking a dedicated individual who is devoted to protecting the safety and health of Pennsylvania's residents and environment. If you have a strong passion for improving our surroundings and are keen on progressing in your career within the Commonwealth, don't miss the chance to become part of our respected team as an Environmental Engineering Specialist. Start making a significant difference by applying for this opportunity today!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
The individual in this role carries out entry-level work in environmental engineering, specifically focusing on the design and maintenance of Abandoned Mine Drainage (AMD) treatment systems and watersheds. Responsibilities include creating engineering plans, construction specifications, and project bid documents for the reclamation of acid mine drainage issues. Additionally you will be responsible for developing scopes of work, soliciting proposals, and establishing agreements with consultants for projects. You will also estimate the required man hours for engineering tasks and evaluate proposals to select the most qualified consultant based on the scope and evaluation requirements.
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=50653763) .
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
Full-time employment
Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 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 Ebensburg.
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 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 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.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 drivers license which is not under suspension?
Yes
No
02
If you answered yes to the above question, please provide the license number and expiration date in the text box below. If you answered 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 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
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CS-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
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WORK BEHAVIOR 1 - REVIEWS PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS
Reviews engineering plans and technical specifications for abandoned mine drainage (AMD) abatement or active and passive treatment projects in accordance with Pennsylvania's Comprehensive Plan for Mine Reclamation and the AMD Set-Aside Guidelines. Identifies discrepancies and makes recommendations for changes.
Levels of Performance
Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.
A. I have experience reviewing engineering plans or technical specifications for AMD, WASTEWATER, OR DRINKING WATER TREATMENT PROJECTS; identifying discrepancies; and making recommendations for changes to these projects.
B. I have experience reviewing engineering plans and technical specifications for ANY ENGINEERING PROJECT; identifying discrepancies; and making recommendations for changes to these projects. My experience does not include AMD, wastewater, or drinking water treatment projects.
C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to engineering design.
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 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 duties you performed related to reviewing engineering plans and specifications.
The types of engineering plans you reviewed.
Details regarding your experience identifying discrepancies and making recommendations for changes.
Examples of the types of recommendations you made.
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
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WORK BEHAVIOR 2 - MANAGES PROJECTS
Manages engineering projects completed by in-house staff, consultants, contractors, or grantees prior to and during construction by providing technical assistance, ensuring project goals are met, ensuring completed work is in conformance with approved design plans and specifications, and reviewing and approving payments to consultants, contractors, or grantees.
Levels of Performance
Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.
A. I have experience MANAGING engineering projects by providing technical assistance, ensuring project goals are met, ensuring completed work is in conformance with approved design plans and specifications, and reviewing and approving payments.
B. I have experience providing technical assistance on engineering projects and ensuring completed work is in conformance with approved design plans and specifications. I HAVE NOT reviewed or approved payments or ensured goals were being met.
C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to project management or construction management.
D. 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 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 duties you performed related to managing engineering projects, including whether you ensured goals and approved payments.
The duties you performed related to providing technical assistance and ensuring conformance with plans and specifications.
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
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WORK BEHAVIOR 3 – CONDUCTS INSPECTIONS
Inspects operating abandoned mine drainage (AMD) treatment plants and facilities to ensure effective operations and structural integrity by reviewing previous inspection reports, visually inspecting the structures, taking measurements and samples, preparing detailed reports of findings, identifying deficiencies, and providing solutions.
Levels of Performance
Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.
A. I have experience inspecting AMD OR WASTEWATER OR WATER TREATMENT PLANTS OR FACILITIES by visually inspecting the structures, taking measurements or samples, identifying deficiencies, AND providing solutions to identified deficiencies.
B. I have experience inspecting AMD OR WASTEWATER OR WATER TREATMENT PLANTS OR FACILITIES by visually inspecting the structures, taking measurements or samples, and identifying deficiencies. I HAVE NOT provided solutions to identified deficiencies.
C. I have experience inspecting ENGINEERING PROJECTS, SITES, OR OPERATIONS OTHER THAN AMD OR WASTEWATER OR WATER TREATMENT PLANTS OR FACILITIES by visually inspecting the structures, taking measurements or samples, identifying deficiencies, or providing solutions to identified deficiencies.
D. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to construction technology, structural engineering, or quality assurance.
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 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 duties you performed related to inspecting plants, facilities, projects, sites, or operations.
The type of plants, facilities, projects, sites, or operations you inspected.
The types of solutions you provided to address identified deficiencies.
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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
Credits/Clock Hours
Required Question
Agency
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Address
613 North Street
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120
Website
http://www.employment.pa.gov