River Basin Commission Coordinator (Water Program Specialist)

River Basin Commission Coordinator (Water Program Specialist)

23 Sep 2024
Pennsylvania, Harrisburg, 17101 Harrisburg USA

River Basin Commission Coordinator (Water Program Specialist)

Reference #: 4663454

THE POSITION

The Department of Environmental Protection is seeking a highly motivated individual who is dedicated to protecting the health and safety of Pennsylvania's citizens and environment. If you are interested in joining the Commonwealth as a River Basin Commission Coordinator (Water Program Specialist), apply today to become a part of our team!DESCRIPTION OF WORK

The Interstate Water Resources Management division delivers planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of statewide policy and program activities to promote interagency and interstate cooperation of shared water and coastal resource issues.In this position, as a Water Program Specialist in the Special Projects Section, your days will involve work related to River Basin Commission (RBC) coordination and intra/interstate programs. You will facilitate and coordinate the RBC's efforts with those of similar functions performed by the state and vice versa. This position provides programmatic support for activities in intrastate and interstate water management, interbureau coordination, program evaluation, and resource management. Additionally, being in this role will require direct interaction with the Division Manager as well as other state, interstate, and federal entities, and various stakeholder groups.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 30-minute lunch.

Travel required when necessary.Telework: You will 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. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg .

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:

Three years of professional environmental protection experience; and a bachelor's degree in the biological, physical, or environmental sciences, engineering, or in a field closely related to environmental protection or regulation; or

An equivalent combination of experience and training that includes three years of professional environmental protection experience.

Conditions of Employment:This position requires possession of a valid driver's license.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 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 v terans, 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.EXAMINATION INFORMATIONCompleting 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.

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