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Sanitarian Trainee (Environmental Trainee)

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
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THE POSITION

Are you a recent graduate in physical, biological, or engineering fields? Are you enthusiastic about protecting the environment and eager to create an impact? Look to the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) for an exhilarating chance as a Sanitarian Trainee (Environmental Trainee) to be a part of the Northwest Regional Office, Safe Drinking Water Program! No previous experience is necessary, so apply today to jumpstart your career in environmental protection! 


 

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DESCRIPTION OF WORK

In this position, you will participate in a one-year formal and on-the-job training program to learn the duties of a Sanitarian. You will be responsible for implementing the goals and objectives of the Safe Drinking Water Program within an assigned geographic area. In addition, you will also gain technical knowledge and familiarity with the statutes and regulations of the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) relative to the program. An understanding of policies and procedures necessary to conduct required field activities and exercise professional judgment to solve problems is required. Specific duties will include consulting with and/or responding to private water supply cases, water-related issues from other department programs and/or state or federal agencies, conditions caused by drought or flooding, and other emergency situations. 

Additional details regarding the duties of this position may be found in the position description.


 

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

  • 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) full-time. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Knox.
  • Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
  • You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

 

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

 

QUALIFICATIONS
  Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

  • Four years of technical experience in environmental science, environmental engineering, environmental health, geology, biology, ecology, or a closely related field; or
  • A bachelor’s degree in environmental science, environmental engineering, environmental health, geology, biology, ecology, or a closely related field; or
  • An equivalent combination of experience and training.

 

Necessary Special Requirement:

  • This position requires possession of an active motor vehicle 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.

 

How to Apply:

  • 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 may eliminate you from consideration for this position. 

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Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS): 

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

 

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date. 

 

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.  

 

EXAMINATION INFORMATION

 

  • 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.
  • You may only apply/test once for this posting.
  • Your results will be provided via email.