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Commonwealth of Pennsylvania |
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POSITION DESCRIPTION FOR JOB POSTING |
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Position Number: 00128099 |
Description Activated On: 8/27/2026 1:50:14 PM |
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. This is a technical position that independently performs engineering work for the Southcentral Region within the Technical Services Section of the Waste Management program. The DEP Southcentral Regional Office is in Harrisburg and the assigned Geographic area includes all counties within the Southcentral Region. The Technical Services Section is responsible for the technical oversight of municipal, residual and hazardous waste disposal, processing, transfer and storage facilities. Work is of a professional nature and is performed with minimal supervision that includes working with other technical staff, and a knowledge of modern principles of engineering as applied to environmental pollution control and public health in relation to all aspects of solid waste management. If the position is filled as an Environmental Engineering Trainee, the incumbent will participate in a one-year formal and on-the-job training program to learn the duties of an Environmental Engineering Specialist. If the position is filled as an Environmental Engineering Specialist, the incumbent will perform a variety of duties involving the regulation of facilities to ensure compliance with the Commonwealth's Rules and Regulations, permits and environmental laws. |
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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. Conduct completeness reviews, environmental assessments, and technical review of Waste Management permit applications (including Municipal, Residual or Hazardous waste) for landfills, transfer stations, resource recovery facilities, processing facilities, hazardous waste treatment/storage facilities, composting facilities, general permit applications, and all others, to evaluate the overall design and facility concepts to assure completeness, adequacy of design, mechanics of operation, and adherence to Departmental Rules, Regulations, Policies and Procedures. Interpret and apply standards of the primary Department laws and regulations which are Act 97, Pennsylvania Solid Waste Management Act and pursuant regulations, Pennsylvania Clean Streams Law and all associated regulations, Federal Water Act and its regulations which impact on waste disposal or waste treatment, and the Federal Resource Conservation and Recovery Act, and all it pursuant regulations which deal with permitting matters. Preparation of technical review memos regarding the application, and technical deficiency letters another other correspondence to the applicant, in compliance with current laws, rules and regulations promulgated under the Solid Waste Management Act. Prepare permit documents to the issued to the applicant, after the permit application is deemed in compliance with the rules and regulations of the Department. Calculate closure and post-closure bond amounts Utilize computer applications and calculations to verify waste facility design and operations. Conduct pre-application meetings on site and explain the requirements of all applicable Rules and Regulations and policies, as well as necessary application forms. Identify issues encountered and recommends solutions to the Permitting Section Chief. Perform inspections of facilities that are under construction to ensure compliance with the quality assurance plan and permitted design, operating facilities, and facilities that are conducting closure activities. Conduct pre- and post-operational field inspections of residual, municipal and hazardous waste treatment storage and disposal (TSD), processing, beneficial use and permit by rule facilities. Provide technical assistance for compliance issues relating to solid waste regulations. Act as reviewer and project coordinator to coordinate other technical staff reviews in compilation of permit review letters and permit actions. Perform miscellaneous administrative/personnel duties such as eFacts, database input, maintain time and travel records, maintain equipment and other personnel matters as required. Follows Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) Responsible for complying with the Department’s safety requirements, and all Department policies and 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. This position description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by their 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. The trainee level requires direct supervision by the supervisor for a period of 12 months, not to exceed 24 months. Employee performance is reviewed under the Commonwealth's EPR system, with a review occurring at least semi-annually. The Regional Solid Waste Environmental Engineering Manager supervises this position and work is reviewed periodically. Considerable latitude is permitted as long as work schedules are met and Program objectives and policy are adhered to. |
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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. Real ID or Equivalent 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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