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Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Chief, Permitting and Technical Services Section (Environmental Group Manager) in Pennsylvania
Chief, Permitting and Technical Services Section (Environmental Group Manager)
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Chief, Permitting and Technical Services Section (Environmental Group Manager)
Salary
$74,191.00 - $112,666.00 Annually
Location
Clarion County, PA
Job Type
Civil Service Permanent Full-Time
Job Number
CS-2024-83463-75550
Department
Department of Environmental Protection
Division
EP DMO Knox Dstr Mng Off
Opening Date
05/10/2024
Closing Date
5/24/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
Job Code
75550
Position Number
00003194
Union
Non Union
Bargaining Unit
B3
Pay Group
ST09
Bureau / Division Code
5360
Bureau / Division
Knox District Mining Office
Worksite Address
310 Best Avenue
City
Knox, Pennsylvania
Zip Code
16232
Contact Name
OA, CE DEP
Contact Email
RA-DEPJobs@pa.gov
Description
Benefits
Questions
THE POSITION
The Department of Environmental Protection seeks a driven leader with a background in the environmental sector. If you are seeking a rewarding chance to advance your career in environmental work, we urge you to submit your application now and become a part of our team!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
The main responsibility of this position is overseeing the Technical Services and Permitting Section in the Knox District Mining Office to ensure timely completion of permitting activities and bond forfeiture reclamation work. Your duties will involve evaluating and approving coal and non-coal application types, as well as managing staffing and addressing complaints from external parties, including conducting investigations in relevant areas.
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=00003194) .
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
Full-time employment
Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with 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 Knox.
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:
A bachelor’s degree in the biological, physical, or environmental sciences, engineering, or in a field closely related to environmental protection or regulation; and five years of professional environmental protection experience;or
An equivalent combination of experience and training.
Conditions of Employment:
This position requires possession of a valid Class C driver’s license.
This position requires possession of a valid Professional Engineer license, or a valid Professional Geologist license issued by the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists.
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 will 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.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.
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
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, you must provide your license number and expiration date in the box below. If you answered no, please type N/A in the text box below.
03
Condition of Employment- Do you possess a valid Professional Engineer license or a Professional Geologist license issued by the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists?
Yes
No
04
If you answered yes to the above question, please indicate your license number and expiration date in the box below. If you answered no, type N/A in the text box.
05
How many years of full-time professional environmental protection experience do you possess?
A. 5 years or more
B. 4 but less than 5 years
C. 3 but less than 4 years
D. Less than 3 years
E. 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 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.]
07
How much graduate education have you completed in a biological, physical, environmental science, or engineering major or a field in a major closely related to environmental protection or regulation?
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 this question based on education acquired outside of the United States, you must also upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation. For more information on foreign education credentials, please visithttps://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx#q3and click on Other Information.
A. 30 credits or more
B. 15 but less than 30 credits
C. Less than 15 credits
D. None
08
CS-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 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
09
WORK BEHAVIOR 1 – SUPERVISIONPerform the full range of supervisory duties. This includes planning, organizing, delegating, and reviewing work; establishing priorities and timeframes for completion of work; monitoring time and attendance; approving leave; evaluating employee performance; interviewing and recommending selection of applicants for hire and promotion; and identifying training needs and providing training to staff.Levels of PerformanceSelect the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.
A. I have experience performing the full range of supervisory duties which included planning and delegating work; monitoring time and attendance; approving leave; evaluating employee performance; and interviewing and recommending selection of applicants.
B. I have experience as a lead worker which included assigning work, reviewing work for accuracy and timeliness, and training staff.
C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework or training related to supervisory development, labor relations, or human resource management, but I do not have six months of supervisory or lead work experience in a work setting.
D. I have NO experience or training 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 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 duties as a supervisor (evaluating employee performance, approving leave, resolving grievances, and taking disciplinary actions, etc.).
Your duties as a lead worker (assigning work, reviewing work for accuracy, etc.).
Your specific responsibilities.
11
If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework or training, 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/Training Source
Course Title(s)
Credits/Clock Hours
12
WORK BEHAVIOR 2 – TECHNICAL ASSISTANCEProvide technical assistance through meetings and conference calls to agencies, attorneys, managers, and staff regarding mining programs, permit application process and associated documents, and operating procedures and policies.Levels of PerformanceSelect the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.
A. I have experience providing technical assistance/information to staff AND external parties regarding MINING programs, permits, procedures, and policies.
B. I have experience providing technical assistance/information to staff AND external parties regarding OTHER ENVIRONMENTAL programs, permits, procedures, and policies.
C. I have experience providing technical assistance/information to staff regarding ANY environmental programs, permits, procedures, and policies. Someone else was responsible for responding to external parties.
D. I have experience providing technical assistance/information NOT related to mining or environmental programs to others.
E. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to public speaking or communication.
F. I have NO experience or training 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 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/information.
The topic of the information provided and to whom.
The actual duties you performed and level of responsibility.
14
If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework or training, 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/Training Source
Course Title(s)
Credits/Clock Hours
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WORK BEHAVIOR 3 – WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONWrite technical reports related to mining. Resolve complaints from legislators, applicants, consultants, and the public regarding environmental concerns, mining applications, and permit questions.Levels of PerformanceSelect the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.
A. I have experience writing technical reports RELATED TO MINING where I had the final responsibility for the completed document. I resolved complaints from external parties regarding environmental concerns, mining applications, and permit questions.
B. I have experience writing technical reports UNRELATED TO MINING where I had the final responsibility for the completed document. I resolved complaints from external parties regarding environmental concerns and questions.
C. I have experience writing reports where I had the final responsibility for the completed document.
D. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to business writing, technical writing, English composition, or journalism.
E. I have NO experience or training 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 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.
The type(s) of reports you have written and the topic.
Your experience resolving complaints from external parties.
The actual duties you performed and level of responsibility.
17
If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework or training, 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/Training Source
Course Title(s)
Credits/Clock Hours
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WORK BEHAVIOR 4 – CONTAMINATION INVESTIGATIONSReview investigation reports regarding subsidences (sinkholes), water supply loss and contamination from mining activities near residences, and post-mining degradation to waters. Recommend corrective actions and determine appropriate enforcement personnel for action. Sign/seal work as needed.Levels of PerformanceSelect the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.
A. I have experience reviewing investigation reports regarding subsidences (sinkholes), water supply loss and contamination from mining activities near residences, and post-mining degradation to waters. I have recommended corrective actions and determined appropriate enforcement personnel for action.
B. I have experience reviewing investigation reports regarding other environmental contamination NOT RELATED TO mining. I have recommended corrective actions and determined appropriate enforcement personnel for action.
C. I have experience reviewing investigation reports regarding ANY environmental issue. I did NOT recommend corrective action or determine appropriate personnel.
D. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to environmental protection, investigations, hydrogeology, geotechnical engineering, minerology, or soil/rock mechanics.
E. I have NO experience or training 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 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 reviewing investigation reports and the type of environmental or contamination issues.
Your experience recommending corrective actions.
Your experience determining appropriate enforcement personnel.
The actual duties you performed and level of responsibility.
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If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework or training, 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/Training Source
Course Title(s)
Credits/Clock Hours
21
WORK BEHAVIOR 5 – PERMIT COMPLIANCEReview and evaluate industrial mineral and coal surface mining permit applications, revisions, renewals, and transfers to determine compliance with all regulatory criteria, including the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES). Review deficiency letters and objections to the permit from other agencies or the public and recommend approval or denial. Defend permit decision in any resulting legal proceedings.Levels of PerformanceSelect the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.
A. I have experience reviewing and evaluating industrial mineral and coal surface mining permit applications, revisions, renewals, and transfers to determine compliance. I have recommended approval or denial of a permit and defended my decision in any resulting legal proceedings.
B. I haveA. I have experience reviewing and evaluating industrial mineral and coal surface mining permit applications, revisions, renewals, and transfers to determine compliance. I have recommended approval or denial of a permit and defended my decision in any resulting legal proceedings. experience analyzing ANY program data for accuracy or adherence to industry standards and practices. I RECOMMENDED PROGRAM CHANGES to resolve deficiencies and ensure adherence to strategic goals.
C. I have experience reviewing and evaluating applications or other documents to determine compliance.
D. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to regulatory compliance, environmental law or policy, or environmental or social impacts of mining.
E. I have NO experience or training related to this work behavior.
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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 reviewing and evaluating permit applications, renewals, revisions, transfers, etc. to determine compliance.
The type of permit (i.e., mining, etc.).
Your experience recommending approval or denial of a permit.
Your experience defending your decision in legal proceedings.
The actual duties you performed and level of responsibility.
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If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework or training, 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/Training Source
Course Title(s)
Credits/Clock Hours
Required Question
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Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Address
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Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120
Website
http://www.employment.pa.gov