Environmental Trainee - Sewage Planning

Job Information

• Salary: $46,827.00 - $70,592.00 Annually
• Location:
  
  Luzerne County, PA
• Job Type: Civil Service Permanent Full-Time
• Job Number: CS-
• Department:
  Department of Environmental Protection
• Division: EP NERO Clean Wtr
• Opening Date: 07/10/2026
• Closing Date: 7/23/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
• Position Number:
• Union: AFSCME
• Bargaining Unit: B4
• Pay Group: ST05
• Bureau / Division Code:
• Worksite Address: 2 Public Square, Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania 18701

Begin a rewarding journey with the Department of Environmental Protection as an Environmental Trainee. This position offers the opportunity to learn, grow and make a real difference in protecting clean water and public health. You will work with supportive mentors and take part in training that prepares you for future advancement. Become part of a mission that helps preserve Pennsylvania's environment for generations to come.

• Review Plans:
  Analyze sewage planning modules, policies, and regulations to determine compliance and recommend actions.
• Conduct Assessments:
  Visit sites to evaluate on‑lot and stream discharge systems and gather field information.
• Support Compliance:
  Examine work performed by sewage enforcement officers and provide feedback on performance.
• Prepare Analyses:
  Create technical summaries and documentation that support program decisions.
• Engage Communities:
  Interact with officials and residents to explain program requirements and address concerns.

• 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 part‑time, up to 2 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. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time.
• Salary may be non‑negotiable in some cases.

• Four years of technical experience in environmental science, environmental engineering, environmental health, geology, biology, ecology, or a closely related field.
• Or a bachelor's degree in environmental science, environmental engineering, environmental health, geology, biology, ecology, or a closely related field.
• Or an equivalent combination of experience and training.
• Applicants within 3 months of graduating may be considered.
• Special Requirement:
  Possession of an active motor vehicle license.
• Must meet PA residency requirement.
• Must be able to perform essential job functions.

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.