Salary: $86,189.00 - $107,345.00 Annually

Location : Multi-County, PA

Job Type: Civil Service Permanent Full-Time

Job Number: CS-2024-85368-71680

Department: Department of Environmental Protection

Division: EP BMS Anthcte Mn Sf Div

Opening Date: 10/02/2024

Closing Date: Continuous

Job Code: 71680

Position Number: Multiple positions may be filled from this posting.

Union: AFSCME

Bargaining Unit: G1

Pay Group: ST08

Bureau / Division Code: 5810

Bureau / Division: Bureau of Mine Safety

Worksite Address: Positions located in the anthracite coal region of Pennsylvania.

Contact Name: OA, CE DEP

Contact Email: RA-DEPJobs@pa.gov

THE POSITION

The Department of Environmental Protection is seeking qualified candidates with experience in underground anthracite coal mining. This opportunity is ideal for individuals who are passionate about contributing to the preservation of Pennsylvania's environment. If you possess the relevant expertise and are motivated to make a positive impact, we encourage you to submit your application today.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

In this role, you will be responsible for conducting inspections aimed at safeguarding the operations of Underground Anthracite Coal Mining. This encompasses both mine inspections and rescue operations within the mining environment. All information gathered during these activities will be entered into the electronic data system of the Department of Environmental Protection to maintain both accuracy and efficiency in reporting.

Additionally, the individual in this position will engage with the public and stakeholders in the mining sector to advocate for safety measures and adherence to established standards. During inspections within the mines, evaluations of mining equipment will be carried out to ensure compliance with the prescribed safety regulations. Should any hazardous conditions be identified, it will be the responsibility of the incumbent to promptly inform mine officials and personnel to facilitate necessary corrective measures.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• This position may require you to be on call 24/7.
• Multiple positions may be filled from this posting as they become available in one of the following counties: Schuylkill, Carbon, Dauphin, Northumberland, Columbia, Lackawanna, and Luzerne
• 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:

• Ten years of experience in underground anthracite coal mines, with the five years immediately preceding the examination being in the underground anthracite coal mines of Pennsylvania; and graduation from high school or any equivalent combination of experience and training. Candidates must have practical experience with explosive gas or other dangerous gases found in coal mines.

Necessary Special Requirement:

• Possession of a valid Pennsylvania driver's license.

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.
• 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.

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 ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov.

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

IMPORTANT: To schedule this examination, you must first apply to this posting. If you meet eligibility requirements, you will be sent an email notification (separate from the application received notification) regarding how to schedule the exam at a test center.
TESTING ACCOMMODATIONS: IF YOU ARE AN INDIVIDUAL WITH A DISABILITY WHO REQUIRES A TESTING ACCOMMODATION, A REQUEST FOR TESTING ACCOMMODATION FORM MUST BE COMPLETED AND APPROVED PRIOR TO SCHEDULING YOUR EXAMINATION.

Testing Location Information

Test Subject Areas Questions
Pennsylvania Anthracite Mining Law 55
Mining Operations 25
Inspection and Investigation 10
Effective Working Relationships 10
Total Questions 100

• You will have a maximum of 2 1/2 hours to complete this computerized multiple-choice exam.
• This exam is based on the Anthracite Coal Mine Act No. 346. It will be to your advantage to study the Anthracite Coal Mine Act.
• You may retest one month after the date of your last exam. A new application must be submitted.
• Your results will be provided via email.
• Only your most recent exam score is counted.

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*Eligibility rules apply.

01

Do you possess a current driver's license which is not under suspension?

• Yes
• No

02

If you answered yes to the above question, please provide your license number and expiration date. If you answered no, type N/A in the text box below.

03

Do you possess 10 or more years of full-time experience in underground anthracite coal mines?

• Yes
• No

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

If you answered yes to the above question, within those 10 years, do you possess five years of full-time experience in the underground anthracite coal mines of Pennsylvania which was gained anytime after 1/1/2017?

• Yes
• No

06

How much college coursework have you completed in mining engineering, electrical engineering, or civil engineering?
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 visit and click on Other Information.

• 120 credits or more
• 90 but less than 120 credits
• 60 but less than 90 credits
• 30 but less than 60 credits
• Less than 30 credits
• None

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