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Job Description
Local recruitment: Water Quality Specialist Supervisor Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection Harrisburg, PA, USA 🇺🇸
Salary:
$67,736.00 - $102,905.00
Annually Location:
Dauphin County, PA Job Type:
Civil Service Permanent Full-Time Job Number:
CS-2026-41885-75630
Department:
Department of Environmental Protection Division:
EP SCRO Clean Wtr Opening Date:
02/03/2026
Closing Date:
2/16/2026 11:59
PM Eastern Job Code:
75630
Position Number:
00086838
Union:
Non-Union Bargaining Unit:
B5
Pay Group:
ST08 Bureau /
Division Code:
00354360 Bureau /
Division:
Southcentral Regional Office, Clean Water Worksite Address:
909
Elmerton Avenue City:
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania Zip Code:
17101
Contact Name:
OA, CE DEP
Contact Email:
RA-DEPJobs@pa.gov
THE POSITION
The Department of Environmental Protection seeks a dedicated individual passionate about enhancing water quality and increasing water availability within our communities. If you are looking to elevate your career in the Commonwealth, consider applying for the Water Quality Specialist Supervisor position. This role presents a remarkable opportunity to significantly impact the improvement of local water resources. Seize this chance to contribute to the development of meaningful environmental solutions that will benefit both current and future generations.
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
In this position, you will oversee the activities and workload of more than four Water Quality Specialists and one Soils Scientist across the 15 counties served by the regional office. Your duties will include managing inspections of NPDES-permitted facilities, such as sewage treatment plants, industrial wastewater treatment sites, and stormwater industrial facilities, along with any additional facilities as assigned. You will be responsible for ensuring timely and comprehensive investigations of pollution incidents that could impact public health or water quality. Furthermore, you will provide written or verbal follow-ups on investigations and inspections to ensure compliance with relevant permits, laws, and regulations. In cases where voluntary compliance is not achieved or environmental damage has occurred, you will refer matters for legal action. 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 Harrisburg. 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 $67,736 (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:
Two years of experience as a Water Quality Specialist (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training which affords the applicant the required knowledges and abilities.
Special Requirements:
You must possess a valid motor vehicle operator's license as issued by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
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. 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.
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.
