Chief of Staff; Environmental Group Manager

THE POSITION

The Chief of Staff (Environmental Group Manager) role with the Department of Environmental Protection offers a chance to guide major energy and climate efforts across the Commonwealth. This position places you at the center of innovative projects that support responsible energy use and environmental progress. You will help shape key decisions that improve operations and strengthen public trust. Join a dedicated team that is committed to meaningful results for Pennsylvania.

This position supports the strategic work of the Energy Programs Office by coordinating major program, policy, and reporting efforts across multiple initiatives. As a Chief of Staff (Environmental Group Manager), you will perform the following duties:

• Program Coordination: Coordinate activities across energy, climate, and financing programs to ensure consistent work planning and timely progress
• Review Authority: Approve reports, materials, and policy documents on behalf of the Director while ensuring accuracy and alignment with standards
• Issue Analysis: Research complex operational challenges and develop solutions that support program goals and improve performance
• Interagency Work: Collaborate with senior officials, program staff, and external partners to advance shared initiatives and resolve issues
• Project Leadership: Represent the Director in cross departmental meetings and guide efforts that address statewide priorities
• Policy Guidance: Interpret laws, regulations, and procedures while helping staff apply requirements in daily operations

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

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.
• Occasional travel for outreach events
• 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.

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.

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.

How to Apply:

• 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.
• All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant’s own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes…