Environmental Engineering Trainee

Reference #: 4689283

THE POSITIONIf you are a seasoned environmental expert eager to advance your career within the Commonwealth, we have an exciting opportunity for you. The Northeast Regional office of Clean Water at the Department of Environmental Protection is on the lookout for a motivated and detail-oriented individual to take on the role of Environmental Engineering Trainee. Do not miss out on this fantastic chance to make a difference-submit your application today!DESCRIPTION OF WORK

If the role of environmental engineering trainee is filled, the selected candidate will undergo a comprehensive 12-month training program. This period will involve close supervision of the trainee's responsibilities, alongside structured formal training and practical on-the-job experience aimed at equipping them with the necessary skills to fulfill the duties of an Environmental Engineering Specialist and to effectively advance the goals of the Clean Water Program.The trainee will be tasked with evaluating applications for National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Permits mandated by the Clean Water Act (CWA) for the discharge of treated wastewater into Pennsylvania's waterways. Additionally, they will be responsible for assessing plans and specifications submitted by applicants seeking permits under the Pennsylvania Clean Streams Law. This includes reviewing applications for significant infrastructure projects such as large sewer systems, pump stations, force mains, sewage treatment facilities, and industrial waste treatment plants.Furthermore, the trainee will play a crucial role in communicating the Department's policies through direct interactions and phone consultations. This will involve providing information regarding permits, stormwater management, combined sewer overflows, fundamental principles of whole effluent toxicity testing, the total residual chlorine policy, water quality standards, various general permits, special protection water procedures, the toxics strategy, and all other relevant policies and procedures currently in effect or assigned to the permits section.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 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 Wilkes Barre.

Salary:Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $64,861 (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 & ELIGIBILITYQUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

One year of 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

A bachelor's degree in environmental engineering, or in any engineering field that includes or is supplemented by 9 credits in environmental engineering.

Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within three 3 months of graduating with a qualifying degree/credits.

Other Requirements: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 lett rs, 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 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.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.