Environmental Protection Compliance Specialist

NOTE: THIS IS A REPOSTING OF (CS-2024-94589-14231). IF YOU APPLIED UNDER THE PREVIOUS POSTING WHICH WAS OPEN FROM SEPTEMBER 26, 2024 TO OCTOBER 9, 2024. YOU CANNOT SUBMIT A NEW APPLICATION.

In this position, you will be responsible for drafting departmental orders that outline identified violations, necessary corrective actions, control measures or devices to be implemented, and deadlines for their completion. Additionally, you will organize and lead enforcement conferences or administrative hearings, provide relevant case background information, clarify Departmental Orders, Consent Orders and Agreements, and Consent Assessment of Civil Penalties, while addressing any inquiries. You may also be required to serve as an expert or material witness in enforcement matters before District Magistrates, the Environmental Hearing Board, or in court. Furthermore, you will assist in training field personnel on negotiation techniques for settling enforcement cases, proper procedures for determining penalties, and the interpretation and application of water quality regulations, policies, and procedures related to enforcement. Proficiency in reading and interpreting plans and specifications, as well as applying rules and policies to develop sound technical analyses, is essential, along with effective oral and written communication skills.

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 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: 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.

QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• One year of professional experience as a Sanitarian, Air Quality Specialist, Solid Waste Specialist, or Water Quality Specialist; or
• Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training which affords the applicant the required knowledges, skills, and abilities.

Special Requirement:

• This position requires the 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. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

• 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:

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

• 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.