Infrastructure Specialist (Natural Resource Program Specialist 2)

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Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

Infrastructure Specialist (Natural Resource Program Specialist 2)

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Infrastructure Specialist (Natural Resource Program Specialist 2)

$64,959.00 - $98,661.00 Annually

Location

Dauphin County, PA

Job Type

Job Number

CS-2024-81654-54910

Department

Department of Conservation & Natural Resources

Division

CN Op and Rec Div

Opening Date

04/23/2024

Closing Date

5/7/2024 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

54910

Position Number

50386313

Union

Non Union

Bargaining Unit

B3

Pay Group

ST08

00388170

CN Op and Rec Div

400 Market Street

City

17105

Contact Name

OA, CE Section Intake Division

Contact Email

[email protected]

Description

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THE POSITION

Are you someone who is deeply passionate about our local forests and has infrastructure experience? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to become a Natural Resource Program Specialist 2 in the Operations and Recreation Division, a part of the Department of Conservation and Natural Resource. This role will allow you to immerse yourself in the great outdoors while contributing to the future of infrastructure within our precious forest resources.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

The role involves offering guidance and assistance at a statewide level to Bureau of Forestry Forest Districts concerning the infrastructure commonly found on state forest land. Collaboration with the division chief and Bureau of Facility Design and Construction is essential for infrastructure projects and their planning.

Responsibilities include providing advice, setting priorities, and overseeing bureau-wide infrastructure initiatives such as bridges, dams, roads, trails, and buildings. Close cooperation with the division chief is required for building infrastructure projects. Acting as the point of contact with the PSU Center for Dirt and Gravel Roads is also part of the role.

Additionally, the position involves organizing the annual Forest Maintenance Supervisor meeting, dirt and gravel roads trainings, and training sessions for maintenance and trades staff. Participation in meetings with the Bureau of Facility Construction and Design to discuss infrastructure matters is also a key aspect of the role.

Additional information regarding the duties of this position can be found in the position description (https://careers.employment.pa.gov/pd/PD_NEOGOV.asp?p=50386313) .

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 60-minute lunch.

Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time up to 5 days per pay period. 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: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.

This position is eligible for an Alternate Work Schedule (AWS).

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:

One year of experience as a Natural Resource Program Specialist 1 (commonwealth title); or

Three years of professional experience in natural resource management or natural resource education; and a bachelor's degree in natural resource management, parks and recreation, education, biology, forestry, ecology, geosciences, environmental sciences, or a closely related field; or

An equivalent combination of experience and training

Other Requirements:

You must meet the PA residency requirement (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) . For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) and click on Residency.

You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

You must pass a background investigation.

This position falls under the provisions of the Child Protective Services Law.

Under the Law, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports including, but not limited to, PA State Police clearance, PA Child Abuse history clearance, and FBI Fingerprint clearance.

How to Apply:

Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnot 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 will 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.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans’ Preference tab or contact us at [email protected] .

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/testoncefor this posting.

Your results will be provided via email.

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We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*

We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.

Work/Life Balance

We know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*

Values and Culture

We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.

Sometimes, it is the little “extras” that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.

For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visitwww.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.

*Eligibility rules apply.

01

Have you been employed by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania as a Natural Resource Program Specialist 1 (Natural Resource Specialist) for one or more years full-time?

Yes

No

02

If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.

03

How many years of full-time professional experience do you possess in natural resource management?

3 years or more

2 but less than 3 years

1 but less than 2 years

Less than 1 year

None

04

If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.

05

How many years of full-time professional experience do you possess in natural resource education?

3 years or more

2 but less than 3 years

1 but less than 2 years

Less than 1 year

None

06

If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.

07

How much graduate coursework have you completed in natural resource management, parks and recreation, education, biology, forestry, ecology, geosciences, environmental sciences, or a closely related field? If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted. If you answer this question based on education acquired outside of the United States, you must also upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation. For more information on foreign education credentials, please visithttps://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx#q3and click on Other Information.

30 credits or more

15 but less than 30 credits

Less than 15 credits

None

08

INSTRUCTIONS: You must complete the supplemental questions below. These supplemental questions are the exam and will be scored. They are designed to give you the opportunity to relate your experience and training background to the major activities (Work Behaviors) performed in this position. Failure to provide complete and accurate information may delay the processing of your application, or result in a lower-than-deserved score or disqualification. Youmustcomplete the applicationandanswer the supplemental questions. Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position or to determine your score.

All information you provide on your application and supplemental questions is subject to verification. Any misrepresentation, falsification or omission of material facts is subject to penalty. If requested, you must provide documentation, including names, addresses, and telephone numbers of individuals who can verify the validity of the information you provide in the application and supplemental questions.

Read each work behavior carefully. Determine and select which "Level of Performance" most closely represents your highest level of experience/training. List the employer(s)/training source(s) from your Work or Education sections of the application where you gained this experience/training.The "Level of Performance" you choose for each work behavior must be clearly supported within the description of the experience and training information entered in your application or your score may be lowered.In order to receive credit for experience, you must have worked in a job for at least six months in which the experience claimed was a major function.

If you have read and understand these instructions, please click on the "Yes" button and proceed to the exam questions.

If you have general questions regarding the application and hiring process, please refer to ourFAQ page. (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx#q3)

Yes

09

WORK BEHAVIOR 1 - PROGRAM/PROJECT PLANNING

Plan and coordinate all road rehabilitation, maintenance, building, and grading projects including new construction and demolition. Duties include determining required permits and funds needed, purchasing materials, and scheduling work for the state forest operations projects and program area.Levels of Performance

Select the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim.

A. I have experience planning and coordinating road rehabilitation, maintenance, building, or grading projects including new construction or demolition for the state forest operations projects and program area.

B. I have experience planning and coordinating road rehabilitation, maintenance, building, or grading projects including new construction or demolition for any natural resource project or program area OTHER THAN state forest operations.

C. I have experience coordinating any natural resource project or program including determining permits or funds required, purchasing materials, or scheduling work.

D. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to project planning or project management.

E. I have NO experience or education related to this work behavior.

10

In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed on this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you claimed you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.

The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience

Your experience planning or coordinating a program/project

The type(s) of programs/projects

Your specific duties and level of responsibility

11

If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.

College/University

Course Title

Credits/Clock Hours

12

WORK BEHAVIOR 2 - WRITTEN COMMUNICATION

Writes and reviews documents such as work plans, official agreements, summary reports for dirt and gravel road projects and grant funds, and responses to public inquiries related to state forest infrastructure and recreational programs.Levels of Performance

Select the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim.

A. I have experience writing documents, inquiries, or responses related to state forest infrastructure or state forest recreational programs.

B. I have experience writing documents, inquiries, or responses related to natural resource programs other than state forest infrastructure or state forest recreational programs.

C. I have experience drafting documents, inquiries, or responses related to natural resource programs. Someone else was responsible for the final content of these documents.

D. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to report or grant writing.

E. I have NO experience or education related to this work behavior.

13

In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed on this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you claimed you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.

The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience

Your experience writing or reviewing documents, inquiries, or responses related to state forest infrastructure and recreational programs or natural resource programs

Your specific duties and level of responsibility

14

If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.

College/University

Course Title

Credits/Clock Hours

15

WORK BEHAVIOR 3 - TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE

Provides technical assistance to internal and external parties regarding the interpretation of program requirements and the analysis of state forest rules and regulations. Acts as a subject matter expert on aquatic plant, sediment, nutrient, and habitat management. Interprets policies, priorities, issues, and goals of projects for operational structure.Levels of Performance

Select the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim.

A. I have experience providing technical assistance regarding the interpretation of state forest program requirements, rules, and policies.

B. I have experience providing technical assistance regarding the interpretation of natural resources program requirements, rules, and policies NOT related to state forests.

C. I have experience providing technical assistance regarding rules and policies NOT related to forest or natural resources.

D. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to public speaking or communications.

E. I have NO experience or education related to this work behavior.

16

In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed on this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you claimed you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.

The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience

Your experience providing technical assistance and to whom

The topic(s) of the information provided

The actual duties you performed and level of responsibility

17

If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.

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