Professional Geologist Manager, DEP

Are you looking to advance your career with the Commonwealth? The Department of Environmental Protection's Bureau of Safe Drinking Water wants to hear from you. We are seeking motivated and dedicated professionals for the role of Professional Geologist Manager. If you are passionate about protecting public health and ensuring safe drinking water throughout Pennsylvania, this is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact. Apply today and take the next step in a rewarding career with DEP.

This professional geologic managerial position provides technical hydrogeologic oversight through the implementation of Safe Drinking Water regulatory requirements for Public Water System (PWS) construction, modification, and operations. The Professional Geologist Manager holds responsible charge and supervises the work of Licensed Professional Geologists (L.P.G.), Geoscientists, and Geoscientist Trainees within the Safe Drinking Water Technical Services Section. Responsibilities include planning, developing, and coordinating permitting and authorization activities that support the protection of public health and the integrity of drinking water sources.

Key responsibilities include:

• Providing technical hydrogeologic oversight for PWS construction, modification, and operational activities
• Supervising L.P.G.s, Geoscientists, and Geoscientist Trainees within the Technical Services Section
• Planning, developing, and coordinating permitting and authorization functions
• Conducting well-source siting evaluations
• Performing geographic site assessments and geologic setting determinations
• Completing hydrogeologic reviews for proposed or existing water sources
• Implementing Surface Water Identification Protocol (SWIP) sampling and source determinations
• Supporting Source Water Assessment and Protection (SWAP) initiatives
• Determining well-source safe-yield for multiple types of Public Water Systems

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can 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) part-time up to 3 days per week. 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 Wilkes-Barre. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.

• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.

QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Two years as a Licensed Professional Geologist (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
• Two years of professional geology experience, possession of an active license as a professional geologist issued by the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, and Geologists, and a bachelor's degree in geology, hydrogeology, earth sciences, geosciences, geoenvironmental sciences, environmental sciences, or a closely related field.

Special Requirements:

• All positions require possession of an active license as a professional geologist issued by the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists.
• All positions require possession of an active Pennsylvania non-commercial Class C driver's license or equivalent.

Other Requirements:

• PA residency requirement is currently waived for this title.
• 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.
• All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant's own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information.

Veterans:

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

• 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.