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Environmental Engineering Trainee

Salary

$66,328.00 - $79,062.00 Annually

Location

Dauphin County, PA

Job Type

Civil Service Permanent Full-Time

Job Number

CS-2025-29735-14510

Department

Department of Environmental Protection

Division

EP Fl Op Rgnl Permit Coordntn

Opening Date

07/16/2025

Closing Date

7/29/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

14510

Position Number

00122850

Union

AFSCME

Bargaining Unit

B4

Pay Group

ST06

Bureau / Division Code

4800

Bureau / Division

Field Operations, Regional Permit Coordination Office

Worksite Address

400 Market Street

City

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

Zip Code

17101

Contact Name

OA, CE DEP

Contact Email

[email protected]

+ Description

+ Benefits

+ Questions

THE POSITION

If you are passionate about protecting the environment and considering a career in environmental engineering, the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) has an exciting opportunity for you. We are seeking a motivated individual to join our team as an Environmental Engineering Trainee, where you will have the chance to learn and develop your skills in a supportive environment. This position not only offers a pathway to a rewarding career but also allows you to play a crucial role in our mission to safeguard the health and safety of Pennsylvania's residents and its natural ecosystems. If you are ready to take on the challenges and embrace the rewards that come with this essential position, we invite you to apply today and embark on a journey to make a significant difference in your community.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

The chosen candidate will participate in an extensive one-year training program that integrates formal education with hands-on experience, equipping them with the essential skills for the position of Environmental Engineer Specialist. A primary duty of this role involves providing technical and engineering expertise to support the planning, management, compliance, and permitting processes associated with water obstructions, encroachments, and wetland protection, as specified in Chapter 105. Furthermore, this position includes a secondary responsibility of offering technical and engineering support for erosion and sediment (E&S) pollution control, National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) construction permitting, and post-construction stormwater management (PCSM) in alignment with Chapter 102. This comprehensive approach guarantees that all projects comply with regulatory standards while fostering environmental protection and sustainable practices. A significant aspect of the role entails the meticulous review of both individual and general Water Obstruction and Encroachment (WO&E) permit applications, ensuring they fulfill the necessary criteria for completeness, technical soundness, and adherence to program guidelines. Additionally, the incumbent will be responsible for calculating watershed drainage areas, gathering pertinent background information, and identifying property owners to facilitate the enforcement of cases or address inquiries related to program permit requirements.

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 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 in Harrisburg.

+ Salary:Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $66,328.00 (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:

+ A bachelor’s degree in environmental engineering, or in any engineering field that includes or is supplemented by 9 credits in environmental engineering ; or

+ 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.

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

Condition of Employment:

+ This position requires possession of a valid Non-commercial Class C Driver’s License.

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.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

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.

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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

Sometimes, it is the little “extras” that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.

For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visitwww.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.

*Eligibility rules apply.

01

Condition of Employment-Do you possess a current driver's license which is not under suspension?

+ Yes

+ No

02

If you answered yes to the above question, please provide your driver's license number and expiration date. If you answered no, type N/A in the text box below.

03

Have you successfully completed, or are you within three months of completing, a conferred bachelor's degree or higher in environmental engineering, or any engineering field that includes 9 credits in environmental engineering?

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 transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted. If you answer "Yes" to 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.

+ Yes

+ No

04

If you are within three months of completing a conferred bachelor's degree or higher in environmental engineering, or any engineering field that includes 9 credits in environmental engineering, on what date do you expect to graduate? If this does not apply to you, please type N/A in the text box.

05

Do you possess a valid Engineer-in-Training certificate issued by or acceptable to the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, and Geologists?

+ Yes

+ No

06

If you answered yes, please provide the issuing state and certificate number. If you answered no, type N/A in the textbox below.

07

Do you possess one year of full-time experience in environmental engineering?

+ Yes

+ No

08

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.

09

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

10

WORK BEHAVIOR 1 – REVIEW PERMIT APPLICATIONS AND DOCUMENTS

Reviews permit applications and other authorizations associated with industrial wastewater discharges into waters of the Commonwealth. Performs mathematical and engineering calculations associated with potential and actual water pollution to verify data is accurate. Reviews treatment system design plans to assure completeness, adequacy of design, accuracy of calculations, mechanics of operation, and compliance with state and federal requirements. Identifies technical deficiencies and recommends additional measures where applicable.

Levels of Performance

Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.

+ A. I have experience preparing or reviewing technical environmental engineering documents to identify technical deficiencies or for completeness and accuracy.

+ B. I have experience preparing or reviewing technical engineering documents to identify technical deficiencies or for completeness and accuracy in any other engineering discipline.

+ C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to environmental engineering or engineering economics.

+ D. I have NO experience or education related to this work behavior.

11

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.

+ Your experience preparing and/or reviewing technical engineering documents.

+ The actual duties you performed and level of responsibility.

12

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

13

WORK BEHAVIOR 2 – CONDUCT INSPECTIONS FOR COMPLIANCE

Conduct facility and project inspections to determine compliance with engineering design plans and specifications, permit requirements, and applicable rules, regulations, and statutes.

Levels of Performance

Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.

+ A. I have experience conducting facility or project inspections to determine compliance with the requirements of a permit.

+ B. I have experience conducting facility or project inspections to determine compliance with engineering design plans, specifications, or regulations. I did not determine compliance with the requirements of a permit.

+ C. I have experience reviewing engineering design plans and specifications for facilities or construction projects. I do not have experience determining compliance.

+ D. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to engineering design, computer aided design (CAD), or compliance.

+ E. I have NO experience or education related to this work behavior.

14

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.

+ Your experience conducting facility or project inspections to determine compliance.

+ Your experience reviewing engineering design plans and specifications for facilities or construction projects.

+ The actual duties you performed and level of responsibility.

15

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

16

WORK BEHAVIOR 3 – TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE

Provide technical assistance to applicants, consultants, staff, and the public regarding environmental rules and regulations, and the policies and application requirements for the Department of Environmental Protection's Clean Water Program and National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits.

Levels of Performance

Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.

+ A. I have experience providing technical assistance to internal AND external parties regarding environmental rules and regulations.

+ B. I have experience providing technical assistance to internal OR external parties regarding environmental rules and regulations.

+ C. I have experience providing technical assistance NOT related to environmental rules and regulations.

+ D. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to public speaking or communication.

+ E. I have NO experience or education related to this work behavior.

17

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.

+ Your experience providing technical assistance.

+ The topic of the information provided and to whom.

+ The actual duties you performed and level of responsibility.

18

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

19

WORK BEHAVIOR 4 – WRITTEN COMMUNICATION

Corresponds in writing with other staff, the regulated community, and the public on matters related to environmental assessments, public notices, environmental compliance requirements, and construction plans/specifications for wastewater collection, conveyance, and treatment projects.

Levels of Performance

Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.

+ A. I have experience writing technical documents/letters. I had the final responsibility for the completed product.

+ B. I have experience drafting technical document/letters. Someone else had the final responsibility for the completed product.

+ C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to technical writing, business writing, English composition, or journalism.

+ D. I have NO experience or education related to this work behavior.

20

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.

+ Your experience writing/drafting technical documents/letters.

+ The actual duties you performed and level of responsibility.

21

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

Employer

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

Address

613 North Street

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120

Website

http://www.employment.pa.gov