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Natural Resource Program Specialist 2 (Permanent) - Minerals Division, Dauphin County

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Natural Resource Program Specialist 2 (Permanent) - Minerals Division, Dauphin County

Salary

$67,736.00 - $102,905.00 Annually

Location

Dauphin County, PA

Job Type

Civil Service Permanent Full-Time

Job Number

CS-2025-34677-54910

Department

Department of Conservation & Natural Resources

Division

CN Mnls Div

Opening Date

10/03/2025

Closing Date

10/16/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

54910

Position Number

50416049

Union

Non Union

Bargaining Unit

B3

Pay Group

ST08

Bureau / Division Code

00388180

Bureau / Division

Minerals Division

Worksite Address

400 Market Street

City

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

Zip Code

17101

Contact Name

OA, CE Section Intake Division

Contact Email

[email protected]

+ Description

+ Benefits

+ Questions

THE POSITION

If you have a deep-seated love for our local forests, consider joining the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources! We are currently seeking a qualified candidate for the position of Natural Resource Program Specialist 2. This role involves engaging in professional natural resource and land management activities that focus on the statewide development of oil, gas, and mineral resources, particularly emphasizing natural gas extraction on state forest lands. As a Natural Resources Specialist, you will be responsible for developing, coordinating, implementing, evaluating, and promoting comprehensive programs aimed at managing and conserving the valuable resources, uses, and ecological benefits of our state forests. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the stewardship of our natural environment. Do not miss your chance to apply today!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

In this position, you will engage directly with designated operators to oversee the development of oil, gas, and mineral resources on both leased and severed state forest lands. Your responsibilities will include ensuring that all resource development activities comply with relevant agreements, guidelines, and the overarching mission of the Bureau. You will conduct thorough evaluations of proposed infrastructure projects to identify and mitigate any potential negative impacts on state forest resources, uses, and values.

Additionally, you will be tasked with drafting detailed preliminary and final approval letters for these projects, while also monitoring operator compliance with contractual obligations. Your role will involve assessing the integrity of existing oil and gas infrastructure, reporting any issues to your supervisor, and collaborating with forest district staff to plan and implement road use agreements, pipeline crossings, invasive plant management, and site rehabilitation efforts. Staying informed about the latest laws, regulations, and guidelines related to oil, gas, and mineral resource development will be crucial, as will your routine use of the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection's data systems to review regulatory actions and coordinate with DEP personnel. You will also research and interpret deeds and land titles, utilize Geographic Information Services for planning and mapping development proposals, and assist in the creation and maintenance of spatial data. Periodic field inspections of sites under active development will be part of your responsibilities, ensuring that all operations align with established standards and practices.

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=50416049) .

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 5 days per pay period. 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. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.

+ 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 & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

+ One year of experience as a Natural Resource Program Specialist 1 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration);or

+ Three years of professional experience in natural resource management or natural resource education; and a bachelor's degree in natural resource management, parks and recreation, education, biology, forestry, ecology, geosciences, environmental sciences, or a closely related field;or

+ An equivalent combination of experience and training.

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.

Legal Requirements:

+ This position requires the selected candidate to undergo and pass a Fingerprint and Name-Based Criminal History Check prior to employment.

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 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/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

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

Have you been employed by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania as a Natural Resource Program Specialist 1 (Natural Resource Specialist) for one or more years full-time?

+ Yes

+ No

02

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 experience must also 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.

03

How many years of full-time professional experience do you possess in natural resource management?

+ 3 years or more

+ 2 but less than 3 years

+ 1 but less than 2 years

+ Less than 1 year

+ None

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 experience must also 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 professional experience do you possess in natural resource education?

+ 3 years or more

+ 2 but less than 3 years

+ 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 experience must also 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 natural resource management, parks and recreation, education, biology, forestry, ecology, geosciences, environmental sciences, or a closely related field? 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.You must attach your documentation prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a document to the application after it has been submitted.

+ 30 credits or more

+ 15 but less than 30 credits

+ Less than 15 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 will not be 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 work behavior 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 for each work behavior 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#q3)

+ Yes

09

WORK BEHAVIOR 1 - PROGRAM/PROJECT COORDINATION AND EVALUATION

Develops, coordinates, implements, and evaluates statewide oil, gas, and mineral resource programs designed to manage and conserve state forest resources, uses, and values. Duties include the administration of oil, gas, and mineral resource programs for State Forest land by overseeing contracts and implementing best management practices in accordance with applicable guidance, laws, rules, and regulations specific to these areas.

Levels of Performance

Select the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim.

+ A. I have experience developing, coordinating, implementing, AND evaluating oil, gas, and mineral resource programs or projects.

+ B. I have experience developing, coordinating, implementing, OR evaluating oil, gas, and mineral resource programs or projects.

+ C. I have experience developing, coordinating, implementing, OR evaluating ANY natural resource program or project NOT RELATED to oil, gas, or mineral resource programs.

+ D. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to project coordination, project evaluation, or program management.

+ 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 on this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you claimed you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.

+ The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience

+ Your experience developing, coordinating, implementing, and/or evaluating a program or project

+ The type(s) of program(s) or project(s) you developed, coordinated, implemented, and/or evaluated (oil, gas, mineral resources, natural resources, forestry, ecology, geosciences, environmental sciences, parks and recreation, etc.)

+ The actual duties you performed and your level of responsibility

11

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

Writes technical guidance documents, reports, letters, and other correspondence related to approvals, policies, legal agreements, and best practices to provide information regarding the state forest oil, gas, and minerals program to gas operators, internal staff, other agencies, and external stakeholders.

Levels of Performance

Select the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim.

+ A. I have experience writing technical guidance documents, reports, letters, or other correspondence related to oil, gas, and mineral programs. I was responsible for the accuracy and content of the final documents.

+ B. I have experience writing technical guidance documents, reports, letters, or other correspondence related to natural resource programs other than oil, gas, and mineral programs. I was responsible for the accuracy and content of the final documents.

+ C. I have experience drafting technical guidance documents, reports, letters, or other correspondence related to natural resource programs. Someone else was responsible for the accuracy and content of the final documents.

+ D. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to technical, report, or grant writing.

+ E. 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 on this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you claimed you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.

+ The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience

+ Your experience writing technical guidance documents, reports, letters, etc.

+ The topic(s) of the written correspondence

+ Your specific duties and level of responsibility

14

If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the 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 - GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEMS (GIS)

Creates, maintains, interprets, and edits geospatial datasets in geographic information system (GIS) software to apply improvements or updates. Ensures edits made by staff are accurate and consistent. Uses GIS software to produce maps for oil, gas, and mineral program needs.

Levels of Performance

Select the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim.

+ A. I have experience creating, maintaining, interpreting, AND editing geospatial datasets in GIS software to apply improvements or updates AND using GIS software to produce maps for oil, gas, and mineral programs.

+ B. I have experience creating, maintaining, interpreting, OR editing geospatial datasets in GIS software to apply improvements or updates OR using GIS software to produce maps for oil, gas, and mineral programs.

+ C. I have experience using GIS software to produce maps for ANY type of program area.

+ D. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to GIS software.

+ E. 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 on this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you claimed you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.

+ The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience

+ Your experience creating, maintaining, interpreting, and/or editing geospatial datasets in GIS software

+ Your experience using GIS software to produce maps and the type(s) of program area(s)

+ Your specific duties and level of responsibility

17

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

Provides technical assistance to internal and external parties regarding the interpretation and implementation of state forest and oil, gas, and mineral resource principles, priorities, goals, and strategies. Acts as a subject matter expert on oil and gas leases, contracts, infrastructure development, and rehabilitation on state forest land.

Levels of Performance

Select the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim.

+ A. I have experience providing technical assistance regarding oil, gas, and mineral program rules or policies.

+ B. I have experience providing technical assistance regarding any natural resource program rules or policies NOT related to oil, gas, and minerals.

+ C. I have experience providing technical assistance regarding rules and policies for programs OTHER THAN natural resource programs.

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

+ 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 on this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you claimed you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.

+ The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience

+ Your experience providing technical assistance and the topic(s)

+ Your specific duties and level of responsibility

20

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