JOB
Join the Department of Environmental Protection as a Mining Engineer and help guide important decisions about underground mining! Your work will support public safety and environmental protection across the Commonwealth. This role provides a rewarding way to apply engineering skills to real world challenges. Apply today and build a meaningful career in public service!
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
This position supports the review of mining activities to protect the public and the environment. As a Mining Engineer, you will perform the following duties:
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Permit Review: Review permit applications and draft Records of Decision for underground coal extraction
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Subsidence Analysis: Assess mining permits and proposals to identify subsidence risks and recommend protective measures
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Regulatory Evaluation: Identify regulatory concerns related to mining impacts and propose solutions
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Impact Monitoring: Monitor mine maps and evaluate mining progress to ensure compliance with laws and permits
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Technical Coordination: Work with specialized professionals to evaluate effects of mining on structures and natural features
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
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Full-time employment
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Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
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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 Coal Center. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.
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Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $75,658.00 (before taxes).
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You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
SUPPLEMENTAL 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).
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Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
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Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
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You must provide complete and accurate information or:
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your score may be lower than deserved.
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you may be disqualified.
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You may only apply/test once for this posting.
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Your results will be provided via email.
