Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

POSITION DESCRIPTION FOR JOB POSTING

Position Number:  00263776

Description Activated On:  10/15/2026 2:43:08 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. 

 As the District Municipal Separate Storm Sewer Systems (MS4) Coordinator, provide sound environmental principles and practices to activities associated with MS4 Program in the District. Provide support to the District Environmental Supervisor –Permits and District Environmental Manager.

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.

Applies sound environmental principles and practices to assist in the direction of the District's MS4 Program:
Performs Visual Screening Inspections (VSI) of the District’s Stormwater Control Measures (SCM’s)
Performs detailed Condition Assessment Inspections of the District’s SCM’s
Prepares VSI and CAI reports and recommends level of routine and corrective maintenance and provides coordination of such activities.
Maintains the District's database inventory of SCM’s and supporting plans and surveys.
Serves on the District's Stormwater Committee.
Assists in developing outreach program to communicate MS4 related issues with municipal partners.
Assists in developing material for MS4 Awareness Training.
Assists with District operations to effectively design, construct and maintain SCM’s.
Reviews potential illicit discharges (PIDs), writes letter to property owner, and follow up.
Monitors construction and maintenance projects through periodic site visits to ensure environmental compliance.

Applies sound environmental guidelines, principles and practices to assist with the District's Permit Program:
Prepares and/or reviews and evaluates environmental permit applications for applicable maintenance related activities such as pipe installations, small structure replacements and rehabilitations, erosion and sedimentation control, and stormwater detention when needed/as necessary.
Ensures regulatory permit conditions are followed.
Monitors, inspects, and tracks all permit mitigation and Stormwater Control Measures (SCM’s) established within the District.
Assists in securing necessary permits for Design, Maintenance and Construction operations.
Assist the District Maintenance Permit Program to ensure compliance with federal, state and local laws and regulations before, during and after the operation is complete.
Attends environmental training designated for this working title.
Develops, reviews, evaluates and/or administers the development of environmental plans as applicable in the maintenance arena.
Assist in reviews and/or provides expertise on E&S plans required to secure waterway permits associated with transportation projects and maintenance operations.

Reviews engineering drawings to assure they are consistent with permit applications.
Serves as liaison with other agencies regarding permitting operations.
Through the application of environmental guidelines, principles and practices assists the Strategic Environmental Management Program (SEMP) including ensuring compliance.
Assists with SEMP initiatives including but not limited to Stockpile QA’s, Internal Audits, Waste, and other SEMP related activities.
Assists the Environmental Unit’s NEPA Section, including but not limited to environmental clearance documents, wetland delineations, monitoring, and other environmental related activities.
Attends training as needed to maintain environmental designations, certifications, and knowledge to effectively evaluate
environmental impacts on transportation projects.
Reviews technical support data and environmental documents to ensure compliance with environmental legislation and regulations.
Field views maintenance stockpile areas and maintenance waste/borrow sites for feasibility / environmental compliance.
Presents environmental data and express ideas orally and in writing.
Organizes data into meaningful forms such as charts, graphs, reports, tables and spreadsheets.
Maintains knowledge of Design Manuals, environmental policies, procedures, and guidelines.
Reviews and provides written comments on new policies and procedures.
Prepares correspondence to answer written and oral inquiries regarding environmental policies, procedures, and processes.
Provides training and written guidance to District personnel on environmental issues.
Supports and assists the Environmental Supervisor – Permits Section and/or the District Environmental Manager.
Performs other related duties as required.

Safety (all employees):
1. Assess your environment and be responsible for your safety, the safety of co-workers, and the public.
2. Attend required safety training and adhere to the requirements of all safety manuals, policies, and laws.
3. Immediately report to your supervisor any incident, unsafe practice, or near miss.
4. When in an enclosed environment (office buildings, confined spaces, flagger stations, equipment pinch points, etc.), know your evacuation process and escape route, your communication protocols, and appropriately react in the event of an incident.
5. Promote a CULTURE that emphasizes SAFETY as a core value:
-Immediately stop any unsafe actions.
-Incorporate safety into all discussions, deliberations, and decisions.
-Continuously communicate the safety direction.
-Inspire employees to be a MODEL for safety.
-Encourage and support safety initiatives and programs by participating and involving your staff.
-Recognize safety daily.
-Acknowledge EXTRAORDINARY achievements.
-Learn and improve through After-Action Reviews (AARs).
-Enforce accountability

Succession Planning: (Employees)
Take an active role in succession planning by completing a Career Development Plan in collaboration with the supervisor. In conjunction with the supervisor, participate in knowledge management/transfer by identifying key aspects of the job and sharing explicit and tacit program/technical knowledge with other employees.
Department Green Plan Policy:
As part of PennDOT’s MS4 obligations including NPDES Permit compliance and stockpile good housekeeping, all Construction Inspection Employee, Manager & Supervisor and Maintenance Employee, Manager & Supervisor PDs must include the following statement:
Commit to following the Departments Green Plan Policy (Pub 712) and the associated principals. Failure to comply with Department Green Plan Policy shall be documented in employee’s performance review.

Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) (Employees):
Unless directed otherwise by your supervisor or manager, comply with stated work hours for the 7.50/8.0-hour day.

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.

Employee applies environmental principles to make decisions regarding requirements for Maintenance Permits and StormwaterControl Measures. Makes recommendations for corrective actions regarding Stormwater Control Measures to the Environmental
Supervisor – Permits Section. Makes decisions when developing permit applications and environmental documents/plans in connection with state and federal programs to ensure compliance.

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

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Essential Functions: Provide a list of essential functions for this position. Example: Transports boxes weighing up to 60 pounds.
 
 1. Performs in both office and outdoor settings, includes moderate outdoor work and moderate physical activity.
 2. Review and assess the effects of proposed and existing transportation facilities on the environment.
 3. Input/retrieve information utilizing electronic devices and operate standard office equipment.
 4. Read, write, speak, and comprehend clearly. Follow instructions effectively.
 5. Use required personal protective equipment and be responsible for its care, storage, and maintenance.
 6. Maneuver safely around moving traffic, construction equip & haz conditions & react immediately to haz warning devices such as signs, sirens & alarms
 7. Tolerate exposure to noise, adverse weather conditions, various plants and insects, and chemicals within Safety Data Sheet (SDS) limits.
 8. Travel to various locations as required, with occasional overnight travel.
 9. Develop/present and effectively conduct trainings, presentations, and briefings to individuals/groups.
 10. Sit, stand, walk, bend, kneel, stoop, reach, crawl, twist, and climb; lift and carry up to 30 pounds. Withstand periods of heavy exertion.