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Commonwealth of Pennsylvania |
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POSITION DESCRIPTION FOR JOB POSTING |
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Position Number: 00107968 |
Description Activated On: 7/6/2026 11:36:04 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 a technical advisor to county conservation districts (CCDs) and Department regional offices by providing technical support for construction stormwater permitting activities administered under Chapter 102 by the Bureau of Clean Water (BCW). |
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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. Assesses the need for training, develops training materials, and implements training for individual conservation district staff on administrative and technical reviews of Erosion and Sediment Control (E&S) and administrative reviews of Post Construction Stormwater Management (PCSM) Plans. Conducts one-on-one training, or group training, as the situation dictates. Answers technical questions about the Chapter 102 construction stormwater program from CCDs, Department regional offices, the regulated community and the public. Assists conservation districts with public outreach/training sessions on the Chapter 102 construction stormwater program. As requested, assists CCD and Department regional office Chapter 102 permitting staff with the evaluation of E&S and PCSM Plans by reviewing complete designs including drawings, design specifications, and computations, and offering recommendations to staff. Independently conducts detailed review and analysis of erosion and sediment control and post construction stormwater management plans submitted for approval or with applications under the Chapter 102 regulations. Work includes: • Reviewing hydrologic and hydraulic computations, design and installation of channels of conveyance and best management practices, stabilization measures, construction techniques, materials specifications, and soils and agronomic considerations to ensure adequacy and conformance with the Department’s regulations, policies, and guidelines. • Reviewing erosion and sediment control plans in accordance with the Department’s Erosion and Sediment Control Manual. • Reviewing post construction stormwater management plans to implement Pennsylvania’s comprehensive Stormwater Management Policy using the Department’s Stormwater BMP Manual. • Coordinating permit reviews with delegated County Conservation Districts. • Preparing technical deficiency letters, written record of decision and permit documents, including recommending permit conditions based on independent judgement and professional expertise. Participates in the evaluation of conservation districts’ and DEP regional offices’ administration of delegated duties in the Chapter 102 construction stormwater program. Provides engineering assistance as requested to other Department programs that provide for erosion and sediment control and post construction stormwater management. Determines the extent of plans required for each specific project. Assists with program development initiatives, including the development of new statewide guidance and revisions to the program’s existing guidance. Provides expert technical testimony for Department litigation actions. Independently performs or monitors preliminary engineering and other technical studies and investigations, and prepares reports, plans, and specifications. Assists in the development of engineering components of a statewide environmental regulatory program, including regulations, policies, standards, procedures, methods and technical guidance. Reviews proposals for innovative or alternative E&S and PCSM technologies and best management practices and recommends approval or disapproval to the supervisor for authorization of use on specific projects or statewide use. Complies with established policies and technical and administrative Standard Operating Procedures. 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. Performs other duties as assigned. |
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. Decides the content and format of written reports, presentations, training, and correspondence for presentation to upper management, CCDs, the regulated community, special interest groups, the public, DEP staff, and other agencies. General duties are assigned by program plan goals at staff meetings, conferences, or direct communication from supervisor. Supervisor reviews work periodically. |
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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. Professional Engineer 2. Class C Driver's License 3. N/A 4. N/A 5. N/A 6. N/A |
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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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