Reference #: 4327273THE POSITIONWould you like an exciting and rewarding career making a positive difference for others? Join the Department of Environmental Protection's Bureau of Abandoned Mine Reclamation, Wilkes-Barre office as a Civil Engineer (General) and help protect Pennsylvania's environment. Experience the satisfaction of public service while enjoying professional career growth and numerous promotional opportunities. If this sounds like a great career fit for you, apply today!DESCRIPTION OF WORKIn this position, you will apply standard engineering techniques, procedures, and guidelines to successfully investigate public concerns that involve abandoned mine land problems, develop exploratory drilling projects, perform Act 17 subsurface evaluations, assist other BAMR personnel with geologic and mining issues as needed, use judgment to make minor adaptations and modifications, and perform project development for the Bureau of Abandoned Mine Reclamation's Investigation Section, Wilkes-Barre District Office.
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Full-time employmentWork 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. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Wilkes-Barre.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
QUALIFICATIONSMinimum Experience and Training Requirements: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; or
Successful completion of the Civil Engineer Trainee training program (commonwealth title); or
Four 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; orOne year of civil engineering experience in the appropriate specialty, and a bachelor's degree in civil engineering or a closely related engineering discipline.Necessary Special Requirement:
This position requires possession of a valid Class C Driver's License.Other Requirements:
You must meet the . For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the 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.Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.Veterans:
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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.
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