Environmental Protection Compliance Specialist

Salary $60,538.00 - $92,010.00 Annually Location Multi-County, PA Job Type Civil Service Permanent Full-Time Job Number CS-2026-60285-14231 Department Department of Environmental Protection Division EP SCRO Sf Drnkg Wtr Opening Date 10/13/2026 Closing Date 10/26/2026 11:59 PM Eastern Job Code 14231 Position Number 50333389 Union Non Union Bargaining Unit B3 Pay Group ST07 Bureau / Division Code 00354380 Bureau / Division Southcentral Regional Office, Safe Drinking Water Worksite Address See work schedule and additional information section. Contact Name Alison Zener Contact Email [email protected] THE POSITION Are you knowledgeable about environmental regulations and committed to safeguarding the health and safety of Pennsylvania's residents and environment? The Department of Environmental Protection is on the lookout for a diligent and passionate Environmental Compliance Protection Specialist to become part of our team! If you are ready to advance in a fulfilling and challenging career, let us lead you on this journey, apply now! DESCRIPTION OF WORK This position supports the Safe Drinking Water Program by ensuring that public water systems follow important environmental and health protection requirements. The role helps maintain safe practices and reliable oversight across the region. As an Environmental Protection Compliance Specialist, you will perform the following duties: 1. Compliance Assistance: Provide guidance to public water systems on Safe Drinking Water rules and policies 2. Performance Evaluations: Conduct Filter Plant Performance Evaluations to assess treatment effectiveness 3. Enforcement Review: Review compliance data and prepare formal enforcement actions when needed 4. Permit Processing: Process water allocation permit requests and ensure documentation accuracy 5. Sampling Management: Manage sampling reagents, calibration standards, and emergency response kit supplies 6. Technical Training: Deliver training and technical support to staff, regulated entities, and the public Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description . Work Schedule and Additional Information: 1. Full-time employment 2. Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with 30-minute lunch. 3. Altoona District Office, 3001 Fairway Drive, Altoona, PA 4. Southcentral Regional Office, 909 Elmerton Ave, Harrisburg, PA 5. Reading District Office, 1005 Crossroads Blvd., Reading PA 6. Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, up to three days per week after 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. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview. 7. **Salary:Most selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $60,538.00 (before taxes). 8. 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: 1. One year of professional experience as a Sanitarian, Air Quality Specialist, Solid Waste Specialist, or Water Quality Specialist; or 2. Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training which affords the applicant the required knowledges, skills, and abilities. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirement : 1. One year of professional experience as a Sanitarian, Air Quality Specialist, Solid Waste Specialist, or Water Quality Specialist; or 2. Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training which affords the applicant the required knowledges, skills, and abilities. Special Requirement: 1. This position requires possession of a valid motor vehicle operator's license as issued by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Other Requirements: 1. This position requires federally compliant identification such as a U.S. Passport, REAL ID, or Military ID at the time of conditional job offer. 2. You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency Guidelines. 3. You must be able to perform essential job functions. How to Apply: 1. 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). 2. 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. 3. Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted. 4. Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position. 5. All application materials and interview ... For full info follow application link. 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 st