River Basin Commission Coordinator (Water Program Specialist)
About The Position
The River Basin Commission Coordinator position with the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) offers a meaningful opportunity to support cooperation among states on shared water resources. This role allows you to engage with interstate partners and help advance policies that protect and manage vital waterways. You will contribute to programs that promote responsible resource use and strengthen collaboration. This position supports interstate coordination related to shared water resources and assists with program evaluation, policy alignment, and communication among partners. As a River Basin Commission Coordinator, you will perform the following duties: Regulation Interpretation: Interpret regulations, guidance, and procedures of interstate river basin commissions to ensure consistency with DEP policies Review Coordination: Coordinate review of documents requiring commissioner approval and collaborate with legal, policy, and regional offices Program Alignment: Recommend program changes and support implementation of efforts aligned with interstate commission requirements Meeting Participation: Participate in commission workgroups and represent the Commonwealth during meetings and discussions Fiscal Management: Track invoices, assign fiscal coding, and coordinate with state fiscal offices to support commission funding needs Technical Support: Assist with contracts, agreements, and targeted watershed efforts to advance integrated water program goals.
Requirements
- Three years of professional environmental protection experience
- A bachelor’s degree in the biological, physical, or environmental sciences, engineering, or in a field closely related to environmental protection or regulation
- An equivalent combination of experience and training that includes three years of professional environmental protection experience
- Possession of a valid Pennsylvania driver’s license
- Must possess and maintain a REAL ID or passport
- Must meet the PA residency requirement
- Must be able to perform essential job functions
Responsibilities
- Interpret regulations, guidance, and procedures of interstate river basin commissions to ensure consistency with DEP policies
- Coordinate review of documents requiring commissioner approval and collaborate with legal, policy, and regional offices
- Recommend program changes and support implementation of efforts aligned with interstate commission requirements
- Participate in commission workgroups and represent the Commonwealth during meetings and discussions
- Track invoices, assign fiscal coding, and coordinate with state fiscal offices to support commission funding needs
- Assist with contracts, agreements, and targeted watershed efforts to advance integrated water program goals
Benefits
- Telework opportunity (part-time, up to 3 days per week)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
