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Commonwealth of Pennsylvania |
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POSITION DESCRIPTION FOR JOB POSTING |
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Position Number: 00101048 |
Description Activated On: 7/7/2026 9:21:27 AM |
Position Purpose: Describe the primary purpose of this position and how it contributes to the organization’s objectives. Example: Provides clerical and office support within the Division to ensure its operations are conducted efficiently and effectively. Serves as the primary investigator and workleader for the Bureau of District Mining Operations, Pottsville District Office, and is responsible for the implementation of the monitoring and compliance program for the Pottsville District Mining Office. |
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Description of Duties: Describe in detail the duties and responsibilities assigned to this position. Descriptions should include the major end result of the task. Example: Types correspondence, reports, and other various documents from handwritten drafts for review and signature of the supervisor. Conducts investigations of public complaints concerning, but not limited to, the Bureau’s programs of blasting, private and public water supplies degradation or diminution, environmental degradation, and public health and safety in accordance with the Department’s technical guidance documents and policies. Conducts complete inspections at coal and noncoal surface mines, the surface effects of underground coal mines, coal refuse disposal areas, coal preparation, and coal handling facilities in accordance with the Department’s technical guidance documents and policies. Conducts partial inspections at coal and noncoal surface mines, the surface effects of underground coal mines, coal refuse disposal areas, coal preparation and coal handling facilities in accordance with the Department’s technical guidance documents and policies. Conducts follow-up inspections at coal and noncoal surface mines, the surface effects of underground coal mines, coal refuse disposal areas, coal preparation, and coal handling facilities in accordance with the Department’s technical guidance documents and policies. Conducts non-routine hours inspections of active mine sites and those sites with water treatment as directed. Conducts joint inter-Bureau inspections of coal and noncoal inspectable units which are inspected by other DEP Bureaus as directed. Makes recommendations for Stage 1 bond release on applications from operators as a result of the information gathered and evaluated during inspections of the requested area in accordance with the Department’s technical guidance documents and policies. Determines violations of environmental and safety laws, rules and regulations based on data compiled through inspections, investigations, laboratory analyses reports, and observations, initiates enforcement proceedings and procedures in accordance with the Department’s technical guidance documents and policies. Conducts on-site meetings with operators and/or the public concerning bond release applications and objections Escorts citizens on inspections of mining sites in response to complaints and citizens' requests for site visitations in accordance with the technical guidance documents and policies. Provides information and facts concerning site conditions at public meetings, informal conferences and fact finding hearings held concerning the Department’s actions or proposed actions. Investigates, with an Inspector Supervisor, all fatal mining accidents in work area and assigned nonfatal mining accidents by interviewing witnesses, inspecting equipment, reviewing accident scenes, interviewing medical personnel, making determinations as to cause, avoidability, and prevention measures and recommending penalties to be imposed; preparing a report of findings and recommendations. Conducts field evaluations of applications for all mining activity permits. Makes written recommendations to permit section concerning permit issuance, denial, and special operating conditions. Collects water samples from surface and ground water sources relating to mining activities in accordance with the Department’s technical guidance documents and policies. Assists in the collections of data for stream, watershed or groundwater surveys by collecting and identifying samples, sampling points and recording data. Utilizes available computer equipment for data entry and retrieval in the evaluation of applications and preparation of quarterly application monitoring reports. Prepares and presents formal and informal presentations to federal, state and county officials and public groups and organizations regarding the Bureau’s programs, rules and regulations, Commonwealth laws related to mining and explaining action taken by the Department when requested or as required. Assists the supervisor in providing training to Bureau employees concerning site locations, policies and procedures, laws and rules and regulations regarding Bureau programs. Provides advice to management of the effectiveness of the training program and the trainees’ progress. Prepares and completes special reports concerning Bureau activities, program goals and achievements as assigned or requested by the supervisor. Conducts special studies and prepares reports indicating findings and recommendations in response to requests of the supervisor. Prepares bond forfeiture profiles and related information on sites that meet or represent potential bond forfeitures. Conducts inspections of bond forfeiture reclamation sites for compliance with Act 181 or contract specified specifications and requirements. Maintains logs documenting daily activities, water samples and inspection frequencies. Files case files; inspection forms; investigation reports, letters, correspondence, memorandums, and other material. Prepares administrative reports including, but not limited to CATS, travel vouchers, and automotive. Provides testimony at legal proceedings as required. Prepares letters, memos, correspondence, and reports to exchange information with operators, mining applicants, the public, special interest groups, public officials, co-workers, and superiors. Conducts annual bond reviews. Uses global positioning unit. Promotes and exemplifies the Department’s Mission, Vision, and Values in all aspects of work performance and professional conduct. Advances DEP’s strategic priorities through collaboration, commitment to data-driven decision-making, delivery of high-quality customer service, and active participation in modernization and continuous improvement initiatives. Inputs, maintains, and updates data in prescribed formats to meet data quality standards established through guidance, training, policy, and procedure across all DEP electronic data systems. Responsibilities include ensuring the accuracy, completeness, consistency, and integrity of all entries, as well as utilizing available system tools and validation processes to minimize duplicate records and data quality issues. Complies with all applicable laws, regulations, policies, procedures, guidance, and training requirements related to assigned duties and DEP electronic data systems. In conjunction with the supervisor, participates in knowledge management and knowledge transfer efforts by identifying key aspects of assigned duties and proactively sharing knowledge with other employees to support continuity of operations and organizational effectiveness. Develops, maintains, and annually updates a comprehensive desk manual documenting essential duties, standard operating procedures, workflows, system processes, key contacts, reference materials, and other critical operational information necessary to support continuity of operations and effective knowledge transfer. Employees are responsible for ensuring desk manuals remain accurate, current, and accessible in accordance with Department requirements. This position description in no way states or implies that the above are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employee will be required to follow any other job-related assignment given by the supervisor. |
Decision Making: Describe the types of decisions made by the incumbent of this position and the types of decisions referred to others. Identify the problems or issues that can be resolved at the level of this position, versus those that must be referred to the supervisor. Example: In response to a customer inquiry, this work involves researching the status of an activity and preparing a formal response for the supervisor’s signature. In conjunction with routine inspections and complaint investigations, an inspector determines if a permittee/operator is in compliance with applicable Department technical guidance documents, policies and/or regulations. Determines the adequacy of permit applications and related information for operations within their respective inspection district. |
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Requirements Profile: Identify any specific experience or requirements, such as a licensure, registration, or certification, which may be necessary to perform the functions of the position. Position-specific requirements should be consistent with a Special Requirement or other criteria identified in the classification specification covering this position. Example: Experience using Java; Professional Engineer License Experience: Licenses, registrations, or certifications: 1. Class C Driver's License 2. N/A 3. N/A 4. 5. 6. |
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Essential Functions: Provide a list of essential functions for this position. Example: Transports boxes weighing up to 60 pounds.
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