Sanitarian Trainee (Environmental Trainee)

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • Lycoming County, PA

4d • Remote

About The Position

The Sanitarian Trainee supports Department of Environmental Protection efforts to protect public health by evaluating water supplies, assisting with inspections, and working with communities to address environmental concerns. The position provides hands-on learning while contributing to public health programs. Duties include reviewing public water systems and assessing needs for improvements or studies; entering and updating water-system data in agency systems; collecting water samples using appropriate safety procedures; providing information and support to facility owners and community members; helping prepare materials and assist with water-safety training; and assisting with monitoring compliance with state regulations and program plans.

This is a full-time position with work hours of 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, including a 30-minute lunch. Travel is required for site visits. Full-time telework may be available, subject to having a securely configured high-speed internet connection and working from an approved location within Pennsylvania. Candidates unable to telework may report to the headquarters office in Williamsport. Telework arrangements may change.

Requirements

• 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 one of these fields or a closely related field; or an equivalent combination of experience and training.
• Applicants may meet the educational requirement when within three months of graduating with a qualifying degree.
• Possess an active motor vehicle license.
• Possess and maintain a REAL ID or passport; proof is required at the time of a conditional offer of employment.
• Meet the Pennsylvania residency requirement.
• Be able to perform the essential job functions.

Responsibilities

• Review public water systems and assess needs for improvements or studies.
• Enter and update water-system data in agency data systems.
• Collect water samples using proper safety procedures.
• Provide information and support to facility owners and community members.
• Help prepare materials and assist with training activities related to water safety.
• Assist with monitoring compliance with state regulations and program plans.
• Travel for site visits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level