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Environmental Protection Specialist

Salary

$58,035.00 - $88,235.00 Annually

Location

Luzerne County, PA

Job Type

Civil Service Permanent Full-Time

Job Number

CS-2024-13985-14230

Department

Department of Environmental Protection

Division

EP NERO Env Clnup Brwnflds Rdv

Opening Date

12/11/2024

Closing Date

12/25/2024 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

14230

Position Number

00130264

Union

AFSCME

Bargaining Unit

B4

Pay Group

ST07

Bureau / Division Code

2 Public Square

Bureau / Division

EP NERO Envir Cleanup Brownsfield Redevelopment

Worksite Address

2 Public Square

City

Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania

Zip Code

18701

Contact Name

Susan Kreiser-Array

Contact Email

skreiserar@pa.gov

• Description

• Benefits

• Questions

THE POSITION

The Department of Environmental Protection is on the lookout for a qualified candidate to join their team as an Environmental Protection Specialist. This role operates under the guidance of the Water Quality Specialist Supervisor and involves engaging in professional activities focused on Environmental Protection, particularly concerning the storage tank program. If you are passionate about making a difference in environmental safety and compliance, do not hesitate to submit your application today!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring adherence to the Commonwealth's regulations and guidelines related to storage tanks, including those pertaining to state lead initiatives such as the Storage Tanks Fund -073, as well as overseeing the removal of abandoned tanks and the execution of tank pump-out projects. You will also conduct oversight and investigations of companies and individuals certified by the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) for tank handling. Additionally, you will input relevant data into designated formats to comply with the data quality standards established by DEP's guidance, training, and policies across all electronic data systems. Furthermore, you will act as the project officer for all initiatives related to the removal of abandoned storage tanks and the management of abandoned tank pump-out projects within the Region. Lastly, you will be tasked with implementing the Regional Aboveground Storage Tank Program.

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=00130264) .

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 $58,035 (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:

• One year of experience as a journey-level specialist in a waste management program; or

• Two years of experience in environmental protection and a bachelor's degree with major course work in biology, chemistry, or in a field closely related to environmental protection. A master's degree with major course work in any of the fields closely related to environmental protection may be substituted for one year of the required experience ;or

• Any equivalent combination of experience and training which affords the applicant the required knowledges and abilities.

Special Requirements:

• This position requires possession of a valid motor vehicle operator's license as issued by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.

  Other Requirements:

• You must meet the PA residency requirement (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) . For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) and click on Residency.

• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnot 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.

  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

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*Eligibility rules apply.

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Necessary Special Requirement- Do you possess a valid 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

  Do you possess one or more years of full-time experience as a journey-level specialist in a waste management program?

• 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 experiencemustalso 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 many years of full-time experience in environmental protection 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 experiencemustalso 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

  How much graduate coursework have you completed in environmental protection or any of the fields closely related to environmental protection?

If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college 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 a 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 upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visitinghttps://www.naces.organd clicking the Evaluation Services link. 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

• Less than 30 credits

• None

  08

  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

  09

  WORK BEHAVIOR 1 – TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE

Answers questions regarding the technical and administrative requirements of the environmental cleanup program from the regulated community, department staff, citizens, and public officials.

Levels of Performance

Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.

• a. I have experience answering questions from the regulated community, department staff, citizens, or public officials regarding the technical and administrative requirements of an environmental cleanup program.

• b. I have experience answering questions from the regulated community, department staff, citizens, or public officials regarding the technical and administrative requirements of an environmental program OTHER THAN an environmental cleanup program.

• c. I have experience answering questions from others regarding technical or administrative requirements of any program NOT related to the environment.

• d. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to public relations or communications.

• e. I have NO experience or education related to this work behavior.

  10

  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 topics of questions you answered.

• The parties to whom you provided answers.

  11

  If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the three 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

  12

  WORK BEHAVIOR 2 – PROJECT MANAGER

Coordinates activities at hazardous sites during investigation and remedial activities to ensure compliance with federal and state rules, regulations, policies and procedures. Ensures contractors' work is complete and recommends payment of contractors.

Levels of Performance

Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.

• a. I have experience coordinating activities at hazardous sites during investigation and remedial activities to ensure compliance with federal and state rules, regulations, policies and procedures. I ALSO have experience ensuring contractors' work is complete and recommending payment of contractors.

• b. I have experience coordinating activities at hazardous sites during investigation and remedial activities to ensure compliance with federal and state rules, regulations, policies and procedures.

• c. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to project management, budgeting, or project planning and implementation.

• d. I have NO experience or education related to this work behavior.

  13

  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 duties you performed related to coordinating. activities at hazardous sites to ensure compliance.

• The duties you performed related to ensuring contractor's work is complete and recommending payment of contractors.

  14

  If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the three 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

  15

  WORK BEHAVIOR 3 – DOCUMENT ANALYSIS

Analyzes site studies, remedial investigations, feasibility studies design documents and remediation plans completed by engineers and geologists; determines if a response action is needed; and consults with engineers and geologists to decide on the best solution.

Levels of Performance

Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.

• a. I have experience analyzing documents completed by engineers and geologists; determining if a response action is needed; and consulting with engineers and geologists to decide on the best solution.

• b. I have experience analyzing documents completed by engineers and geologists. SOMEONE ELSE determined if a response action was needed and consulted with engineers and geologists to decide on the best solution.

• c. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to logic or problem solving.

• d. I have NO experience or education related to this work behavior.

  16

  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 duties you performed related to analyzing documents completed by engineers and geologists.

• The duties you performed related to determining is a response action is needed and deciding on a solution.

• The duties you performed related to consulting with engineers and geologists to decide on the best solution.

  17

  If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the three 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

  18

  WORK BEHAVIOR 4 – WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS

Writes reports including narrative content on investigations, enforcement, and remedial responses related to environmental cleanup sites. Writes correspondence to responsible parties, technical consultants, and the public.

Levels of Performance

Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.

• a. I have experience writing reports including narrative content on investigations, enforcement, or remedial responses. I ALSO have experience writing correspondence to responsible parties, technical consultants, or the public.

• b. I have experience writing correspondence to responsible parties, technical consultants, or the public; OR I have experience writing reports including narrative content on investigations, enforcement, or remedial responses.

• c. I have experience writing reports not related to violations or corrective action plans.

• d. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to report writing or scientific writing.

• e. I have NO experience or education related to this work behavior.

  19

  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 types of narrative reports you wrote.

• To whom you wrote letters.

  20

  If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the three 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

  21

  WORK BEHAVIOR 5 – SAMPLE COLLECTION

Collects ground water, surface water, and soil samples as part of hazardous site investigations and determining regulatory compliance.

Levels of Performance

Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.

• a. I have experience collecting ground water, surface water, and soil samples as part of hazardous site investigations and determining regulatory compliance.

• b. I have experience collecting ground water OR surface water OR soil samples as part of hazardous site investigations and determining regulatory compliance.

• c. I have experience collecting samples at hazardous sites OR for regulatory compliance.

• d. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to environmental assessment.

• e. I have NO experience or education related to this work behavior.

  22

  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 duties you performed related to collecting ground water, surface water, and/or soil samples.

• The duties you performed related to collection at hazardous sites and/or for regulatory compliance.

  23

  If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the three 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

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Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

Address

613 North Street

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120

Website

http://www.employment.pa.gov