District Environmental Specialist, Transportation

Reference #: 4580637

THE POSITION

The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) is seeking a skilled environmental specialist to manage various National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System programs. Joining our team presents a unique opportunity to help address water management issues and make a positive impact on the environment. If you are passionate about environmental causes, seize this chance to contribute to PennDOT's mission of building a sustainable future for our communities.DESCRIPTION OF WORK

As part of your duties, you will oversee multiple National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System programs for PennDOT, including overseeing the municipal separate storm sewer system, ensuring construction storm water compliance, and managing potable water and wastewater at PennDOT sites. Additionally, you will provide training and educational sessions to the public and PennDOT staff.Your role also involves critical tasks such as preparing and reviewing monitoring reports, carrying out inspections, investigating violations, and creating standard operating procedures. Moreover, you will be responsible for generating technical reports to maintain the effective operation of these programs.Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in theposition description.Work Schedule and Additional Information:

Full-time employment.

Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with 60-minute lunch.

This position is eligible for an alternate work schedule (AWS).

This position is located in Harrisburg, but may be headquartered at a DOT district office closest to the employee's current location if space permits.

Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time. 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.

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 & ELIGIBILITYQUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

Two years of experience as an Environmental Planner 2; orSix years of progressively responsible professional environmental management, environmental engineering or environmental analysis experience; or

Three years of progressively responsible professional environmental management, environmental engineering, or environmental analysis experience and a Master's Degree in one of the environmental science or engineering fields; or

Any equivalent combination of experience and training.Other Requirements:

This particular position also requires possession of a valid Class C driver's license.

You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency.

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 pos tion.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 INFORMATIONCompleting 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.