Job Information
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Environmental Protection Compliance Specialist in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
Reference #: 4447992 THE POSITION
Are you someone who is committed to safeguarding the well-being of Pennsylvania's residents and the environment? If you possess a strong work ethic and a genuine passion for making a difference, we invite you to join our team as an Environmental Protection Compliance Specialist. Take the first step towards a rewarding Department of Environmental Protection career and apply today!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK As part of your responsibilities, you will be tasked with creating training programs and materials for inspection, compliance, enforcement, AIMS, and eFACTS. These programs will support the regional air quality compliance and enforcement program. Additionally, you will be responsible for identifying any issues or deficiencies in procedural matters related to inspections and discussing them with the Operations Chief. It will also be your duty to maintain and review compliance records. When necessary, you will conduct on-site inspections to gather evidence for enforcement cases or as required by the workload. You will then prepare a case summary and send it to legal counsel through the Operations Chief, along with a draft summary citation for review. If a hearing is requested, you will organize the evidence, obtain and prepare witnesses, and act as the prosecutor for the Commonwealth in the District Justice's court. It is crucial to have knowledge and familiarity with legal arguments and courtroom proceedings, as the defendant is typically represented by an attorney.
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 per pay period, after training 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. Occasional travel to field sites required as needed. 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 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 Class C 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.
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 will eliminate you f om 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 towww.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and 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 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/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.