THE POSITION

Bring your leadership and environmental expertise to work that matters every day. The Environmental Group Manager with the Department of Environmental Protection oversees complex projects that support land reclamation, environmental compliance, and public safety. You will collaborate with a wide range of partners while directing programs that improve environmental conditions throughout the Commonwealth. Join a mission-driven team focused on results and innovation.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position manages the Mine Fire, Permitting, and Professional Services Section within the Bureau of Abandoned Mine Reclamation and oversees a variety of environmental, engineering, and permitting activities. Responsibilities include supervising staff, directing complex reclamation efforts, coordinating professional services contracts, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. As an Environmental Group Manager, you will perform the following duties:

• Program Leadership: Manage mine fire, subsidence, permitting, and professional services activities for abandoned mine land projects
• Staff Oversight: Supervise engineering and geological staff and review technical work products for quality and accuracy
• Project Coordination: Direct project investigations, environmental reviews, design activities, and construction support efforts
• Permitting Management: Oversee permit requirements and coordinate with regulatory agencies and project stakeholders
• Contract Administration: Prepare requests for proposals, manage consultant agreements, and review contractor deliverables
• Operational Support: Monitor equipment resources, support staff development, and perform supervisory responsibilities

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.
• 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 Harrisburg. 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. 
• 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:

• A bachelor’s degree in the biological, physical, or environmental sciences, engineering, or in a field closely related to environmental protection or regulation; and five years of professional environmental protection experience; or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training.

Conditions of Employment:

• This position requires possession of a valid driver's license.
• This position requires possession of a valid Professional Engineer license or a valid Professional Geologist license issued by the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists.