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Location : Kanawha County, WV
Job Type: Full-Time Permanent
Job Number: DEP2400109PSA
Department: Environment - Environmental Protection
Opening Date: 12/11/2023
Closing Date: 12/26/2023 11:59 PM Eastern
LOCATION OF VACANCY: MULTIPLE COUNTIES - LIST COUNTIES IN NATURE OF WORK
Nature of Work
Engineer Senior
West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection
Division of Land Restoration
Reclamation Programs/Special Reclamation
Office Location: 601 57th Street, Southeast, Charleston, WV 25304
***Employee must reside within the geographic areas of assignment which include: Boone, Cabell, Calhoun, Clay, Kanawha, Jackson, Lincoln, Logan, Mason, Mingo, Nicholas, Putnam, Roane, Wayne, and Wirt Counties; or within a 1-hour drive time of the Charleston Office.***
Employee will be assigned to the Division of Land Restoration, Office of Special Reclamation Central Region. Employee will perform professional engineering work at the administrative and supervisory level providing a wide variety of engineering services. Will assure all programmatic functions and duties are being performed in accordance with all applicable state and federal laws, regulations, and policies. Will direct the Central Region and make assignments toward achieving program goals.
Employee will provide development of engineering designs and plans of professional (PE) certification for all Special Reclamation land and water reclamation projects in the Central Region, or other regions if assigned, including conducting on-site pre-bid and pre-construction conferences.
Employee will supervise and train subordinate engineering staff in preparation of designs, documents and engineering processes.
Employee will provide supervision and direction for OSR inspectors and contractors during contract execution and monitoring the performance of reclamation work.
Employee will represent DEP in matters pertaining to area of responsibility.
May be an alternate to the Engineer Chief in representing DEP on the Special Reclamation Fund Advisory Council.
Employee will attend state and regional meetings and forums concerning Acid Mine Drainage and land reclamation related topics, such as: AMD Taskforce Symposium, OSMRE Training.
Employee will provide assistance as needed in the area of assignment to the Deputy Director, or Director. Employee will perform other duties as assigned and/or required.
Employee will be responsible for updating database of sites and report on status of reclamation regularly.
Ideal candidate would display proficient use of AutoCAD drafting software for completion of design drawings. Will prepare cost estimates of reclamation for initial liability and at time to be bid out to contractors. Work with the program manager on completion and operation of water treatment sites which have an NPDES discharge permit. Must have a valid driver's license. Position requires travel in the counties within the Central Region, and other counties in the state.
Note: Regular attendance at the Central Charleston office is an essential part of this position.
Note: The recommended candidate will be subject to a search of his or her Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) prior to being hired and annually thereafter.
Note: Qualifying applicants will be required to complete an internet based profile assessment to compare the applicant's thinking and reasoning skills, behavioral traits and the occupational interests against the traits determined to be important to the posted position.
Note: All new employees that are involved with specific DEP programs subject to the Surface Mining Control and Reclamation Act (SMCRA) of 1977 must file prior to final appointment and annually thereafter, a statement of employment and financial interest (OSM 23).
Click the APPLY link To Apply Online
IMPORTANT: Your eligible score will be based on information provided in your application; therefore, make sure your application is detailed and complete. You MUST complete ALL parts of the application, including the Work Experience section.
ATTENTION: Applicant must verify post high school education by submitting an official transcript or diploma, training or licensure earned pertaining to this position by the closing date of the posting, if not previously verified If you are claiming Veterans preference, please submit "MEMBER 4" form and/or your VA Letter. Protecting your personal information is our highest priority. If your official transcript, training/licensure, or Veterans documentation contains your Social Security Number and/or birthdate, please redact that information before submitting it to the Division of Personnel.
Please attach documents to the online application before submitting it. Or, you may email it to: or by mail to: WV Division of Personnel, 1900 Kanawha Blvd. E., Building 3, Suite 500, Charleston, WV 25305.
This announcement is for one or more specific vacancies and only applies to the location(s) indicated. Your application will remain active for this job for 180 days or until the job is filled. Application for this job does not automatically qualify you for other positions. Be sure to submit your application for each position of interest. To receive an email notice anytime jobs in this or other categories are posted, you may choose to complete a Job Interest Card from the slide-out menu located at the top left of our Job Opportunities page.
Minimum Qualifications
Training: Current Professional Engineer (PE) license issued by the West Virginia State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers.
AND
Experience: Eight (8) years of full-time or equivalent part-time paid experience as a licensed Professional Engineer in a responsible capacity in charge of engineering projects.
Note: The experience must have been acquired after the bachelor's degree but may have occurred before or after registration as a professional engineer.
***DETAILS OF RELATED EXPERIENCE MUST BE SHOWN IN THE WORK EXPERIENCE SECTION OF YOUR ONLINE APPLICATION***
Other Information
Preference will be given to applicants who have degree in Civil Engineering, or Environmental Engineering, or Mining Engineering; have experience with mining reclamation and acid or alkaline mine water treatment remediation.
We welcome you to join our team where we value work/life balance and diversity. We offer a great benefits package that includes 12 paid holidays, insurance and flexible benefits, ample annual and sick leave accrual, flexible work schedules, an Employee Assistance Program, Wellness Initiatives, an optional 457 defined contribution retirement savings plan and more.
Click here for more information on benefits
If you want to be a part of this innovative team, apply today.
State employment offers a variety of benefits.
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The minimum qualifications for this job title are:Training: Current Professional Engineer (PE) license issued by the West Virginia State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers.ANDExperience: Eight (8) years of full-time or equivalent part-time paid experience as a licensed Professional Engineer in a responsible capacity in charge of engineering projects.Please note: All college/university education, training, certification, and licensure must be verified by attaching a copy of an official transcript, certification, and/or copy of license to your online application or by emailing it to the West Virginia Division of Personnel at applicantservices@wv.govPlease note: Job duty descriptions of all experience MUST be included in the Work History section of your online application in order for them to count as qualifying towards the minimum qualifications.Do you have a current Professional Engineer (PE) license issued by the West Virginia State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers?
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If you have a current West Virginia Professional Engineer (PE) license, please enter your license information here for online verification. Please include your license number, date issued, etc.If you do not have a West Virginia PE license, please enter "NONE" here.
03
How many years of full-time or equivalent part-time paid experience do you have as a licensed Professional Engineer in a responsible capacity in charge of engineering projects?Please remember that job duty descriptions of all experience MUST be included in the Work History section of your online application in order for them to count as qualifying towards the minimum qualifications.
04
Preference will be given to applicants who have degree in Civil Engineering, or Environmental Engineering, or Mining Engineering; have experience with mining reclamation and acid or alkaline mine water treatment remediation.Mark all that apply.
05
Employee must reside within the geographic areas of assignment which include: Boone, Cabell, Calhoun, Clay, Kanawha, Jackson, Lincoln, Logan, Mason, Mingo, Nicholas, Putnam, Roane, Wayne, and Wirt Counties; or within a 1-hour drive time of the Charleston Office. Do you understand this requirement?
06
Were all of the jobs listed in your application paid?
07
If you answered NO to the above question, please list below the names of the employers for which you did not receive compensation. Compensation may not only be salary or wages. It may be room and board, gas mileage, etc.If you answered YES to the above question, please put NONE.
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Confirmation. By submitting my application I confirm and agree that all application statements are correct. I further understand that all my information is subject to verification and any misrepresentation is grounds for permanent disqualification.
Required Question
Location : Kanawha County, WV
Job Type: Full-Time Permanent
Job Number: DEP2400109PSA
Department: Environment - Environmental Protection
Opening Date: 12/11/2023
Closing Date: 12/26/2023 11:59 PM Eastern
LOCATION OF VACANCY: MULTIPLE COUNTIES - LIST COUNTIES IN NATURE OF WORK
Nature of Work
Engineer Senior
West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection
Division of Land Restoration
Reclamation Programs/Special Reclamation
Office Location: 601 57th Street, Southeast, Charleston, WV 25304
***Employee must reside within the geographic areas of assignment which include: Boone, Cabell, Calhoun, Clay, Kanawha, Jackson, Lincoln, Logan, Mason, Mingo, Nicholas, Putnam, Roane, Wayne, and Wirt Counties; or within a 1-hour drive time of the Charleston Office.***
Employee will be assigned to the Division of Land Restoration, Office of Special Reclamation Central Region. Employee will perform professional engineering work at the administrative and supervisory level providing a wide variety of engineering services. Will assure all programmatic functions and duties are being performed in accordance with all applicable state and federal laws, regulations, and policies. Will direct the Central Region and make assignments toward achieving program goals.
Employee will provide development of engineering designs and plans of professional (PE) certification for all Special Reclamation land and water reclamation projects in the Central Region, or other regions if assigned, including conducting on-site pre-bid and pre-construction conferences.
Employee will supervise and train subordinate engineering staff in preparation of designs, documents and engineering processes.
Employee will provide supervision and direction for OSR inspectors and contractors during contract execution and monitoring the performance of reclamation work.
Employee will represent DEP in matters pertaining to area of responsibility.
May be an alternate to the Engineer Chief in representing DEP on the Special Reclamation Fund Advisory Council.
Employee will attend state and regional meetings and forums concerning Acid Mine Drainage and land reclamation related topics, such as: AMD Taskforce Symposium, OSMRE Training.
Employee will provide assistance as needed in the area of assignment to the Deputy Director, or Director. Employee will perform other duties as assigned and/or required.
Employee will be responsible for updating database of sites and report on status of reclamation regularly.
Ideal candidate would display proficient use of AutoCAD drafting software for completion of design drawings. Will prepare cost estimates of reclamation for initial liability and at time to be bid out to contractors. Work with the program manager on completion and operation of water treatment sites which have an NPDES discharge permit. Must have a valid driver's license. Position requires travel in the counties within the Central Region, and other counties in the state.
Note: Regular attendance at the Central Charleston office is an essential part of this position.
Note: The recommended candidate will be subject to a search of his or her Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) prior to being hired and annually thereafter.
Note: Qualifying applicants will be required to complete an internet based profile assessment to compare the applicant's thinking and reasoning skills, behavioral traits and the occupational interests against the traits determined to be important to the posted position.
Note: All new employees that are involved with specific DEP programs subject to the Surface Mining Control and Reclamation Act (SMCRA) of 1977 must file prior to final appointment and annually thereafter, a statement of employment and financial interest (OSM 23).
Click the APPLY link To Apply Online
IMPORTANT: Your eligible score will be based on information provided in your application; therefore, make sure your application is detailed and complete. You MUST complete ALL parts of the application, including the Work Experience section.
ATTENTION: Applicant must verify post high school education by submitting an official transcript or diploma, training or licensure earned pertaining to this position by the closing date of the posting, if not previously verified If you are claiming Veterans preference, please submit "MEMBER 4" form and/or your VA Letter. Protecting your personal information is our highest priority. If your official transcript, training/licensure, or Veterans documentation contains your Social Security Number and/or birthdate, please redact that information before submitting it to the Division of Personnel.
Please attach documents to the online application before submitting it. Or, you may email it to: or by mail to: WV Division of Personnel, 1900 Kanawha Blvd. E., Building 3, Suite 500, Charleston, WV 25305.
This announcement is for one or more specific vacancies and only applies to the location(s) indicated. Your application will remain active for this job for 180 days or until the job is filled. Application for this job does not automatically qualify you for other positions. Be sure to submit your application for each position of interest. To receive an email notice anytime jobs in this or other categories are posted, you may choose to complete a Job Interest Card from the slide-out menu located at the top left of our Job Opportunities page.
Minimum Qualifications
Training: Current Professional Engineer (PE) license issued by the West Virginia State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers.
AND
Experience: Eight (8) years of full-time or equivalent part-time paid experience as a licensed Professional Engineer in a responsible capacity in charge of engineering projects.
Note: The experience must have been acquired after the bachelor's degree but may have occurred before or after registration as a professional engineer.
***DETAILS OF RELATED EXPERIENCE MUST BE SHOWN IN THE WORK EXPERIENCE SECTION OF YOUR ONLINE APPLICATION***
Other Information
Preference will be given to applicants who have degree in Civil Engineering, or Environmental Engineering, or Mining Engineering; have experience with mining reclamation and acid or alkaline mine water treatment remediation.
We welcome you to join our team where we value work/life balance and diversity. We offer a great benefits package that includes 12 paid holidays, insurance and flexible benefits, ample annual and sick leave accrual, flexible work schedules, an Employee Assistance Program, Wellness Initiatives, an optional 457 defined contribution retirement savings plan and more.
Click here for more information on benefits
If you want to be a part of this innovative team, apply today.
State employment offers a variety of benefits.
01
The minimum qualifications for this job title are:Training: Current Professional Engineer (PE) license issued by the West Virginia State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers.ANDExperience: Eight (8) years of full-time or equivalent part-time paid experience as a licensed Professional Engineer in a responsible capacity in charge of engineering projects.Please note: All college/university education, training, certification, and licensure must be verified by attaching a copy of an official transcript, certification, and/or copy of license to your online application or by emailing it to the West Virginia Division of Personnel at applicantservices@wv.govPlease note: Job duty descriptions of all experience MUST be included in the Work History section of your online application in order for them to count as qualifying towards the minimum qualifications.Do you have a current Professional Engineer (PE) license issued by the West Virginia State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers?
- Yes, I have a current West Virginia Professional Engineer (PE) license and have attached a copy for to my online application or have provided my license number in question #2 below for online verification.
- No, I do not have a current West Virginia Professional Engineer (PE) license. Please do not apply.
02
If you have a current West Virginia Professional Engineer (PE) license, please enter your license information here for online verification. Please include your license number, date issued, etc.If you do not have a West Virginia PE license, please enter "NONE" here.
03
How many years of full-time or equivalent part-time paid experience do you have as a licensed Professional Engineer in a responsible capacity in charge of engineering projects?Please remember that job duty descriptions of all experience MUST be included in the Work History section of your online application in order for them to count as qualifying towards the minimum qualifications.
- I have less than eight (8) years of paid experience as a licensed Professional Engineer in a responsible capacity in charge of engineering projects. Please do not apply.
- I have at least eight (8) years but less than ten (10) years of paid experience as a licensed Professional Engineer in a responsible capacity in charge of engineering projects.
- I have ten (10) years but less than twelve (12) years of paid experience as a licensed Professional Engineer in a responsible capacity in charge of engineering projects.
- I have twelve (12) or more years of paid experience as a licensed Professional Engineer in a responsible capacity in charge of engineering projects.
04
Preference will be given to applicants who have degree in Civil Engineering, or Environmental Engineering, or Mining Engineering; have experience with mining reclamation and acid or alkaline mine water treatment remediation.Mark all that apply.
- I have a degree in Civil Engineering.
- I have a degree in Environmental Engineering.
- I have a degree in Mining Engineering.
- I have experience in mining reclamation.
- I have experience in acid or alkaline mine water treatment remediation.
- None of the above statements apply to me.
05
Employee must reside within the geographic areas of assignment which include: Boone, Cabell, Calhoun, Clay, Kanawha, Jackson, Lincoln, Logan, Mason, Mingo, Nicholas, Putnam, Roane, Wayne, and Wirt Counties; or within a 1-hour drive time of the Charleston Office. Do you understand this requirement?
- Yes
- No
06
Were all of the jobs listed in your application paid?
- Yes
- No
07
If you answered NO to the above question, please list below the names of the employers for which you did not receive compensation. Compensation may not only be salary or wages. It may be room and board, gas mileage, etc.If you answered YES to the above question, please put NONE.
08
Confirmation. By submitting my application I confirm and agree that all application statements are correct. I further understand that all my information is subject to verification and any misrepresentation is grounds for permanent disqualification.
- I confirm the above statement.
Required Question
