Tort Liability Specialist Transportation

Tort Liability Specialist Transportation Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania $51,971.00 - $79,062.00 Annually dental insurance, vision insurance, parental leave, vacation time, paid time off, paid holidays, sick time, retirement plan United States, Pennsylvania, King of Prussia 7000 Geerdes Boulevard (Show on map) May 20, 2026 Salary $51,971.00 - $79,062.00 Annually Location Montgomery County, PA Job Type Civil Service Permanent Full-Time Job Number

CS-2026-49944-70344

Department Department of Transportation Division TR Dstr Off 600 Opening Date 05/20/2026 Closing Date 6/2/2026 11:59 PM Eastern Job Code 70344 Position Number 50578936 Union AFSCME Bargaining Unit A1 Pay Group ST06 Bureau / Division Code 0600 Bureau / Division Transportation, District 6-0 Worksite Address 7000 Geerdes Boulevard City King of Prussia, Pennsylvania Zip Code 19406 Contact Name Hilary Fink Contact Email hifink@pa.gov

THE POSITION

Are you detailed-oriented in your work? Do you enjoy scrutinizing data and writing reports about your findings? Start a meaningful career as a Tort Liability Specialist Transportation with the Department of Transportation. This position gives you the chance to support legal processes and help strengthen community safety. Your efforts will directly influence how important information is managed and shared. Become a key part of an agency committed to service and integrity. Apply today!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

In this position, you will support the district by gathering information, preparing responses, and managing records related to tort liability and Right-to-Know requests. As a Tort Liability Specialist Transportation, you will perform the following duties:

Legal Research:

Research formal and informal discovery requests tied to tort litigation

Information Coordination:

Coordinate responses to tort related and Right-To-Know requests across district units

Evidence Gathering:

Collect statements, reports, and photographic documentation to support case files

File Management:

Maintain organized case files and potential files with accurate supporting materials

Court Support:

Assist in trial preparation and provide testimony when required 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 7:30 AM to 3:30 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 after completion of the probationary 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 King of Prussia. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.

Salary:

Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $51,971 (before taxes). 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:

Five years of investigative legal work in gathering and organizing legal documentation for use in a court of law; or Two years of paralegal experience and a certificate from an accredited paralegal school; or An equivalent combination of experience and training.

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 Guidelines. 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:

Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. •7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans. 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.