Nonpoint Source Management Technician (Management Technician)

The Department of Environmental Protection is on the lookout for a dedicated and industrious individual who is passionate about safeguarding the health and safety of both the citizens of Pennsylvania and the environment. If you are eager to embark on or advance your career within the Commonwealth as a Nonpoint Source Management Technician, we encourage you to apply today and join our dynamic team. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on environmental conservation efforts while contributing to the well-being of the community. Your commitment to this vital work will not only enhance your professional journey but also play a crucial part in preserving Pennsylvania's natural resources for future generations.

An individual occupying this role will be accountable to the Group Manager of the Watershed Support Section within the Nonpoint Source Management Division of the Bureau of Watershed Restoration and Nonpoint Source Management (BWRNSM). This position entails providing both administrative and technical assistance in the execution of various federal and state grant initiatives, which include the Section 319 Nonpoint Source Management program, Growing Greener, and funding for Conservation District Watershed Specialists. Key responsibilities involve the preparation of comprehensive reports, effective communication regarding the status of numerous federal and state project obligations and expenditures, as well as the management of contracts and non-solicitation request agreements. Additionally, the role requires the development of standard operating procedures aimed at ensuring fiscal oversight and management. A significant aspect of this position is the formulation and implementation of standards for the compilation of fiscal reports, along with project-specific reports derived from various databases, such as PracticeKeeper, eFACTS, and the EPA Grants Reporting and Tracking System (GRTS).

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 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• This position will require travel as needed.
• Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time up to 3 days a 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.
• Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $45,907 (before taxes).
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Three years of advanced clerical or para-professional work which included the collection, recording, compilation, and presentation of office management or program related information; or
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training. An Associate's Degree may be substituted for two years of required experience.

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.

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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.

• 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.