Sanitarian

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Williamsport (Lycoming County); Remote; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's Department of Environmental Protection is seeking a Sanitarian to help safeguard PA's water systems and public health. You will evaluate water sources, ensure compliance with state rules, and provide guidance to water operators and communities.

This role offers daily variety, hands-on field work, and opportunities to learn and grow. Full-time position with standard daytime hours; telework may be available to approved locations within Pennsylvania.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of the training program for the Sanitarian Trainee; or any combination of experience and/or training which affords the applicant the required knowledges and abilities.

Responsibilities

• Public Water Oversight: Evaluate water systems, review contamination issues, and recommend improvements
• Data Management: Maintain accurate inventory and compliance information across required electronic systems
• Technical Assessment: Apply hydrogeologic and chemical principles to assess source vulnerability and monitoring needs
• Field Evaluation: Conduct surveys, site visits, and sampling activities to ensure safe and compliant water supplies
• Training Support: Provide instruction, guidance, and resources to water system operators and community partners
• Regulatory Compliance: Support enforcement activities and respond to concerns to protect public health

Education

Sanitarian Trainee training program

Job description

Step into a role that keeps Pennsylvania healthy and strong as a Sanitarian with the Department of Environmental Protection. Your work will support safe water systems and help families and communities thrive. This position offers daily variety, real impact, and constant learning. The Sanitarian role gives you the opportunity to support a cleaner, safer future!

This position supports the health and safety of Pennsylvania residents by evaluating water systems and providing environmental guidance. The work ensures that public and private water sources meet state requirements and support community well-being. As a Sanitarian, you will perform the following duties:

• Public Water Oversight: Evaluate water systems, review contamination issues, and recommend improvements
• Data Management: Maintain accurate inventory and compliance information across required electronic systems
• Technical Assessment: Apply hydrogeologic and chemical principles to assess source vulnerability and monitoring needs
• Field Evaluation: Conduct surveys, site visits, and sampling activities to ensure safe and compliant water supplies
• Training Support: Provide instruction, guidance, and resources to water system operators and community partners
• Regulatory Compliance: Support enforcement activities and respond to concerns to protect public health

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Travel is required for site visits.
• Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) full-time. 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 Williamsport. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.
• 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.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Successful completion of the training program for the Sanitarian Trainee; or
• Any combination of experience and/or training which affords the applicant the required knowledges and abilities.

Special Requirements:

• You must be in possession of a valid motor vehicle operator's license as issued by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.

Other Requirements:

• You must possess and maintain a REAL ID or passport for this position. Proof of possession will be needed at the time of a conditional offer of employment.
• You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency Guidelines.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

This position is subject to the provisions of a collective bargaining agreement or memorandum of understanding.

You must be eligible for selection in accordance with merit system employment regulations.

Recruitment Methods:

• Applicants must meet one of the following methods to be considered for this vacancy:
  • Reassignment(Only current civil service employees in the same agency who hold the same or similar job title, with the same maximum salary, within the same occupational group or where there is a logical career movement, will qualify for reassignment.).
  • Transfer(Only current civil service employees who hold the same job title will qualify for transfer to another agency.).
• Meritorious service is defined as (a) the absence of any discipline above the level of written reprimand during the 12 months preceding the closing date of the posting, and
• (b) the last regular or probationary performance evaluation showing an overall rating of satisfactory or higher.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

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.