Senior Civil Engineer (General)

If you have a strong background in civil engineering and a desire to make a positive impact, we encourage you to consider this position. The Bureau of Waterways and Wetlands is seeking an experienced engineering professional to fill the position of Senior Civil Engineer (General) in the Department of Environmental Protection. This role involves overseeing the implementation of statewide initiatives focused on waterway and floodplain management. You will play a crucial part in developing and executing programs that ensure effective management of waterways across the state. This is an exciting opportunity for someone passionate about engineering and environmental stewardship!

In this role, you will serve as a Senior Civil Engineer (General) within the permitting section of the Waterways and Wetlands program for the Northwest Region. Your responsibilities will include the execution of statewide initiatives related to waterway management and floodplain management, as required by the Clean Streams Law, the Dam Safety and Encroachments Act, and the Floodplain Management Act. You will be tasked with ensuring compliance with these legislative mandates while overseeing the permitting processes associated with waterway and wetland projects. This position requires a thorough understanding of the relevant laws and regulations to effectively manage and protect water resources in the region.

Your expertise will contribute to the development and implementation of strategies aimed at maintaining the integrity of waterways and floodplains. Collaboration with various stakeholders will be essential to achieve the program's objectives and promote sustainable management practices.

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Meadville.
• Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $73,995.00 (before taxes).
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Six years of civil engineering experience in the appropriate specialty and an Engineer-in-Training certificate issued by or acceptable to the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists; or
• Five years of civil engineering experience in the appropriate specialty; and an Engineer-in-Training certificate issued by or acceptable to the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists; and an associate's degree in civil engineering technology or a closely related engineering discipline; or
• Two years of professional civil engineering experience in the appropriate specialty, and a bachelor's degree in civil engineering or a closely related engineering discipline.

• 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.

• 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 will eliminate you from consideration for this position.

• 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 veterans, 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.

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

• Completing 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.