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Reference #: 4538122 THE POSITION Do you like to work on projects that improve water quality? Through outreach, identification, solicitation, guidance, review, approval, implementation, and monitoring of water, wastewater, stormwater, and non-point source projects on behalf of the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST), this position offers a rewarding experience. The Region II Project Specialist assists communities, companies, and individuals with improving waters of the Commonwealth. It is primarily responsible for the southwest region of Pennsylvania, which is served by the Pittsburgh Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) regional offices, and covers Allegheny, Beaver, Cambria, Fayette, Greene, Somerset, Washington, and Westmoreland counties. Advance your professional fiscal policy analysis and development career with this exciting opportunity!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK In this position, you will use a wide range of analytical, administrative, and policy skills to identify, analyze, and manage clean water projects financed by PENNVEST. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, marketing, outreach, on-line coaching to potential applicants, project evaluation, and supervising project implementation. The Project Specialist also works with agency staff, potential applicants, DEP, Department of Community & Economic Development (DCED), and other state and federal agencies to ensure timely and suitable implementation of approved projects in the 8-county southwest region of the state. Join our team to support environmental improvements and economic development for the common good of all people in Pennsylvania!

Work Schedule and Additional Information: Full-time employment Work hours are 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with 60-minute lunch. Start and end times are negotiable. Telework: You will be expected work to from home (telework) full-time, as PENNVEST operates in a virtual office format. Reliable, securely-configured, high-speed internet connection is required, along with proper use and maintenance of essential equipment provided by the agency, to establish and sustain the required home office base of operations. Residency: Due to the significant representation of and responsibility to the southwest region of the Commonwealth, the home office base of operations for the PENNVEST Project Specialist assigned to Region II must be located within the specified 8-county area (Allegheny, Beaver, Cambria, Fayette, Greene, Somerset, Washington, and Westmoreland counties). Travel: Extensive travel utilizing a state-assigned vehicle within and around the assigned 8-county area, and as needed between the home-headquartered office and PENNVEST's Harrisburg headquarters location, is also required. 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: One year as a Fiscal Policy Associate; or Two years of experience in policy analysis and planning or a specialized discipline relating to a Commonwealth program area; and a Bachelor's Degree in policy analysis and planning, public administration, or a closely related field; or A Master's Degree in policy analysis and planning, public administration, or a specialized disciplines relating to a Commonwealth program area, or a closely related field; or Any equivalent combination of experience and training

Additional Requirements: You must possess a valid Pennsylvania driver's license. You must currently live in and be able to travel extensively within the southwestern region of Pennsylvania. This encompasses the following counties: Allegheny, Beaver, Cambria, Fayette, Greene, Somerset, Washington, and Westmoreland. You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Preferred ualifications (not required): Experience in policy analysis and planning, public administration, financial management, or project management Experience managing project construction and budget Experience in the wastewater, drinking water, non-point source pollution, or stormwater field Experience in capital lending (public or private financing of debt either through a bond or note) Experience coaching or training individuals or organizations in program implementation Experience creating and managing spreadsheets to perform calculations Comfort operating in a position that requires you to self-learn Comfort speaking and/or presenting in front of various-sized audiences Experience working in a virtual office environment Comfort operating in a position that requires you to frequently work independently

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.

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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.