Solid Waste Specialist Trainee; Environmental Trainee

The Department of Environmental Protection is actively looking for passionate individuals committed to safeguarding the health and well-being of both the citizens and the environment of Pennsylvania. If you aspire to advance your career within the Commonwealth as a Solid Waste Specialist Trainee (Environmental Trainee), we encourage you to apply today and join our dedicated team. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to vital environmental initiatives while gaining valuable experience in the field.

Your efforts will play a crucial part in ensuring a cleaner, safer environment for all Pennsylvanians, making a meaningful impact on the community and the natural world.

As an Environmental Trainee, there is a 12-month training period during which time the incumbent will be trained to perform the duties of a Solid Waste Specialist. The incumbent will perform these duties either with a Solid Waste Specialist or the Solid Waste Supervisor. The work products produced, i.e. memos, reports, letters, etc. are reviewed by the supervisor before being issued or released.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• This position may require travel as needed.
• 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 Norristown. 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 $45,907.00 (before taxes).
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

• A bachelor’s degree in environmental science, environmental engineering, environmental health, geology, biology, ecology, or a closely related field;
• Four years of technical experience in environmental science, environmental engineering, environmental health, geology, biology, ecology, or a closely related field;
• An equivalent combination of experience and training.
• Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within 3 months of graduating with a qualifying degree.

• This position requires possession of an active motor vehicle license.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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 (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). and click on Veterans.