Reference #: 4676617
THE POSITION
Are you an enthusiastic and meticulous person eager to contribute to environmental protection? The Northeast Regional office of the Department of Environmental Protection is seeking an Environmental Engineer Manager. In this position, you will manage all operations within the Permits Section of the Clean Water Program at the Northeast Regional Office. If you possess the ability to effectively balance leadership with the enhancement of team skills, especially in fostering a culture that prioritizes sustainability, we invite you to become a part of our vibrant team.DESCRIPTION OF WORK
In this role, you are responsible for ensuring that all activities are conducted efficiently and in compliance with relevant regulations. Your responsibilities will also include facilitating collaboration among team members to successfully meet the program's goals, which encompass the evaluation of plans, engineering reports, specifications, and other pertinent documents. Furthermore, you will prepare, coordinate, and submit feedback, as required by the central office, regarding proposed changes to departmental regulations, policies, and procedures. Additionally, you will assist regional counsel in formulating responses to appeals concerning any permits that have been issued or denied by the section.As a supervisor your duties will include all employee actions from interviewing and selecting individuals to fill vacancies, ensuring new employees are adequately trained, preparation of employee performance reviews and administration matters.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 30-minute lunch.
You will have the option to work from one of the following headquarters offices:
2 Public Square, Wilkes-Barre 18701
5 W Laurel Blvd, Pottsville 17910
321 Biden Street, Scranton 18509
2174B Route 611, Swiftwater 18370
4530 Bath Pike, Bethlehem 18017
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.
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 as an Environmental Engineer or an Air Quality Engineer; or
Five years of professional engineering experience in environmental protection or in environmental project development, design or construction.
Special Requirement:
This position requires possession of a valid Professional Engineer license issued by the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists or a valid Professional Engineer license issued by the applicable licensing body of another state.
Conditions of Employment:
This position requires possession of a valid PA non-commercial Class C driver's license or equivalent.
Post Employment Requirement:
Successful candidates with an out of state Professional Engineer license will be required to produce a valid Professional Engineer license issued by Pennsylvania within their initial six month probationary period.
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 or the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
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.aspxand 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.