Sewage Planning Specialist Trainee Environmental Trainee
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Job Description
THE POSITION
The Department of Environmental Protection is looking for a dedicated individual to join our team in promoting the health of Pennsylvanias communities and natural surroundings. We invite you to apply for the position of Sewage Planning Specialist Trainee where you will play a vital role in ensuring that sewage facilities are met and properly managed. As a trainee you will be involved in overseeing the implementation of essential regulations contributing to the safety and cleanliness of our water systems. Exciting opportunities await you as you embark on this journey with us. If you are passionate about environmental stewardship and ready to make a difference we encourage you to consider this role and join our mission to safeguard Pennsylvanias environment for future generations.
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
As a Sewage Planning Specialist Trainee you will engage in a comprehensive oneyear training program designed to equip you with the skills necessary to apply to the duties of a Sewage Planning Specialist 1. These taskswill involve reviewing sewage planning documents permit applications and official plans to ensure they align with the requirements of the Sewage Facilities Act. Additionally you will conduct surveys and assessments of onlot sewage systems and identified problem areas to pinpoint any potential environmental or public health hazards. You will also engage in the evaluation and oversight of local agencies and sewage enforcement officers which includes conducting performance reviews and making enforcement recommendations. Interested in learning more Additional details regarding this position can be found in theposition description.
Work Schedule and Additional Information:- Fulltime employment
- Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM Monday Friday with a 30minute lunch.
- This position may require travel.
- Telework:You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) parttime up to 3 days a week. In order to telework you must have a securely configured highspeed 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 Altoona.
- Salary:In some cases the starting salary may be nonnegotiable.
- 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:
- Four years of technical experience in environmental science environmental engineering environmental health geology biology ecology or a closely related field;or
- A bachelors degree in environmental science environmental engineering environmental health geology biology ecology or a closely related field;or
- An equivalent combination of experience and training.
- Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within 3 months of graduating with a qualifying degree.
Special Requirement:
- This position requires possessionof an active motor vehicle license.
Other Requirements:- You must meet thePA residency requirement.For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements follow thelinkand click on Residency.
- 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 click the Veterans Preference tab or contact us at.
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/testonce for this posting.
- Your results will be provided via email.
Required Experience:
Intern
Employment Type
Full-Time
