Environmental Protection Compliance Specialist

Would you thrive in a role where you could help protect Pennsylvania's environment by supporting fair and effective enforcement efforts? As an Environmental Protection Compliance Specialist with the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP), you will play a pivotal role in helping to keep Pennsylvania's environment safe and healthy. Here, you will have the opportunity to guide facility owners, review important cases, and support balanced enforcement of environmental laws. Apply today to join a team that values responsibility, problem solving, and public service! This position supports the safe management of storage tanks and helps ensure that facilities follow state environmental laws. The primary focus of your work will entail conducting inspections, enforcement activities, and providing guidance to the public and regulated community. As an Environmental Protection Compliance Specialist, you will perform the following duties: Case Review: Research case files and prepare documentation to support enforcement actions Inspection Work: Conduct inspections, investigations, and surveys at storage tank facilities Compliance Support: Provide guidance to facility owners, agencies, and the public on storage tank requirements Enforcement Actions: Prepare violation notices, orders, and penalty assessments for compliance cases Meeting Coordination: Participate in enforcement meetings and discuss cases with legal staff and program managers Regulation Evaluation: Review legislation, policies, and guidance related to storage tank compliance programs 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. Travel is required. 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 Pittsburgh. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview. Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non‑negotiable. QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements One year of professional experience as a Sanitarian, Air Quality Specialist, Solid Waste Specialist, or Water Quality Specialist (Commonwealth job titles or equivalent Federal Government job titles, as determined by the Office of Administration) or any equivalent combination of experience and/or training which affords the applicant the required knowledges, skills, and abilities. Special Requirement This position requires possession of 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 Guidelines. You must be able to perform essential job functions. 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 and click on Veterans. Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS) 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals). 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr