Aquatic Biologist 1

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Aquatic Biologist 1

Salary

$51,971.00 - $79,062.00 Annually

Location

Washington County, PA

Job Type

Civil Service Permanent Full-Time

Job Number

CS-2026-48460-14710

Department

Department of Environmental Protection

Division

EP DMO California Dstr Mng Off

Opening Date

04/28/2026

Closing Date

5/12/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

14710

Position Number

00001756

Union

AFSCME

Bargaining Unit

B4

Pay Group

ST06

Bureau / Division Code

00355350

Bureau / Division

California District Mining Office

Worksite Address

25 Technology Drive

City

Coal Center, Pennsylvania

Zip Code

15423

Contact Name

Rob Konowitch

Contact Email

ra-depjobs@pa.gov

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THE POSITION
Start your career as an Aquatic Biologist 1 with the Department of Environmental Protection and help protect Pennsylvania's waterways. In this role, you will work within the California District Mining Office to support important studies and evaluations of streams affected by mining activities. You will gain hands-on scientific experience while contributing to the agency's mission. Build your skills through meaningful fieldwork that safeguards natural resources.
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
This position supports the protection of streams and wetlands affected by bituminous mining operations by assisting with technical reviews, field studies, and data analysis within the underground mining permitting section. As an Aquatic Biologist 1, you will perform the following duties:• Data Entry: Input information into required systems while ensuring accuracy and completeness• Stream Evaluation: Document and monitor nearby waterways to identify possible effects from underground mining activities• Survey Assistance: Help conduct biological and fish surveys to assess stream communities• Technical Review: Support the review of permit application modules related to underground mining impacts on streams and wetlands• Wetland Assessment: Identify wetland boundaries and assist in reviewing mitigation proposals•Report Preparation: Prepare written materials that summarize findings and support compliance reviewsInterested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.Work Schedule and Additional Information:Full-time employmentWork hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, up to 3 days a week. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Coal Center. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $51,971 (before taxes). You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONSMinimum Experience and Training Requirements:A bachelor's degree with a major in a biological science, natural science, environmental science, or natural resource man