Environmental Engineer Consultant

Shape a safer, more sustainable future within the correctional system! The Department of Corrections is seeking a skilled Environmental Engineer Consultant to join their team and make a positive impact on their operations. This role, classified as a Professional Engineer, plays a crucial part in addressing utility management and environment issues within the Bureau of Operations. By applying your engineering knowledge and providing regulatory advisory services, you can help improve the department’s operations and contribute to meaningful advancements in this sector. Do not hesitate to submit your application and become a valuable member of our team!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

Serving in the role of Professional Engineer, you will have a diverse range of responsibilities that require a unique combination of engineering, operational, and regulatory expertise. This position is crucial in managing utility systems and addressing environment issues within the department. While you may not have direct supervisory responsibilities, you may be called upon to intervene in rare situations to ensure a safe and secure environment. Additionally, this position is vital to the department’s Continuity of Government Relocation Team, which is responsible for maintaining essential functions in the event of an emergency. You will work closely with the relocation team to ensure a smooth transition and continued efficiency in operations.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment, 37.5 hours per week
• 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 up to 2 days per week upon successful completion of the 6 month training period. 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 Mechanicsburg. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time.
• 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:

• Two years as an Environmental Engineer or an Air Quality Engineer (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
• Five years of professional engineering experience in environmental protection or in environmental project development, design and/or construction.

Special Requirement:

• You must be in possession of a valid Professional Engineer license issued by the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists.

Other Requirements:

• Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown, PA is required.
• 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.

Legal Requirement: 

• You must pass a background investigation and meet Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance requirements.

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).
• 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.