Civil Engineer (Hydraulic)

Salary: $67,678.00 - $88,235.00 Annually
Location : Dauphin County, PA
Job Type: Civil Service Permanent Full-Time
Job Number: CS-2024-10815-1112H
Department: Department of Conservation & Natural Resources
Division: CN Dms Brdg Rdwys Engrg Div
Opening Date: 10/31/2024
Closing Date: 11/14/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
Job Code: 1112H
Position Number: Multiple positions may be filled from this posting.
Union: AFSCME
Bargaining Unit: B4
Pay Group: ST07
Bureau / Division Code: 00382110
Bureau / Division: CN Dms Brdg Rdwys Engrg Div
Worksite Address: 400 Market Street
City: Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
Zip Code: 17101
Contact Name: OA, CE Section Intake Division
Contact Email:
THE POSITION
The Department of Conservation & Natural Resources is on the lookout for a qualified individual to take on the role of Civil Engineer (Hydraulic). This position involves a diverse range of civil engineering responsibilities, including the design, construction, rehabilitation, maintenance, and inspection of dams, as well as other related civil engineering projects for both the Bureau of Forestry and the Bureau of State Parks. If you are interested in making a significant impact in this field, we encourage you to submit your application today!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
The employee plays a crucial role in supporting senior civil engineers and the section chief with the in-house design of a diverse range of civil engineering projects. These projects encompass various tasks, including but not limited to the rehabilitation and removal of dams, the construction of marinas and docks, the development of boat ramps, the implementation of erosion control structures, streambank stabilization, roadway stabilization, retaining walls, concrete slabs, culverts, and bridges. The employee aids in hydrology and hydraulic calculations, conducts structural design calculations, and contributes to the preparation of engineering drawings, specifications, and cost estimates.
In addition, the employee is responsible for creating plans and specifications using AutoCAD, drawing on data obtained from site investigations and topographic surveys for projects related to dam rehabilitation, dam removals, marina dock construction, and streambank stabilization, among others.
The employee also assists senior civil engineers and section chiefs in conducting dam inspections within Forest Districts and State Parks, helping to identify necessary structural and safety repairs during these evaluations.
Furthermore, the employee collaborates with external consultants engaged in dam rehabilitation and other civil engineering projects for the Department, assisting in the review of proposals and submissions throughout the design process. This includes verifying the engineering designs for accuracy, correctness, and constructability. Once the final plans and specifications are approved, the employee forwards them to the Contract Management Section for the bidding process.
To enhance job performance and remain updated on the latest policies, permit requirements, engineering design practices, and technological advancements, the employee actively participates in conferences, seminars, and training courses.
This job description does not limit the employee to the aforementioned duties, as additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed.
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 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with 60-minute lunch
• Overnight travel required
• Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, up to 5 days per pay period. 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 Harrisburg.
• 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.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Five years of civil engineering experience in the appropriate specialty, and an Engineer-in-Training certificate issued by or acceptable to the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists.
  
• Successful completion of the Civil Engineer Trainee training program (commonwealth title); or
• Four years of civil engineering experience in the appropriate specialty, and an engineer-in-training certificate issued by or acceptable to the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists, and an associate's degree in civil engineering technology or a closely related engineering discipline; or
• One year of civil engineering experience in the appropriate specialty, and a bachelor's degree in civil engineering or a closely related engineering discipline.

Special Requirements:

• This position requires possession of a valid driver's license.

Other Requirements:

• PA residency requirement is currently waived for this title.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

• You must pass a background investigation.

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

Veterans:

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at

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.
EXAMINATION INFORMATION

• Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
• Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
• Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
• You must provide complete and accurate information or:
  • your score may be lower than deserved.
  • you may be disqualified.

You may only apply/test once for this posting.

Your results will be provided via email.

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Do you possess a current driver's license which is not under suspension?

• Yes
• No

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If you answered yes to the above question, please provide your driver's license number and expiration date. If you answered no, type N/A in the text box below.
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Have you successfully completed the Civil Engineer Trainee training program (while employed with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania)?

• Yes
• No

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If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.
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Do you have one or more years of civil engineering experience in the Hydraulic specialty?

• Yes
• No

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If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have this experience, type N/A in the text box below.
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Do you possess a conferred associates degree or a conferred bachelor's degree in civil engineering or a closely related engineering discipline?If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted.
If your education was acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visiting and clicking the Evaluation Services Link.
For additional information on foreign education credentials, please visit and click on Other Information. You must attach your documentation prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a document to the application after it has been submitted.

• Yes
• No

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Do you possess an Engineer-in-Training certificate issued by or acceptable to the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists?

• Yes
• No

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If you responded "Yes" to the above question, please list your certification number and expiration. If you claimed you do not have the certification, type N/A in the text box below.
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You must complete the supplemental questions below. These supplemental questions are the exam and will be scored. They are designed to give you the opportunity to relate your experience and training background to the major activities (Work Behaviors) performed in this position. Failure to provide complete and accurate information may delay the processing of your application, or result in a lower-than-deserved score or disqualification. You must complete the application and answer the supplemental questions. Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position or to determine your score.
All information you provide on your application and supplemental questions is subject to verification. Any misrepresentation, falsification or omission of material facts is subject to penalty. If requested, you must provide documentation, including names, addresses, and telephone numbers of individuals who can verify the validity of the information you provide in the application and supplemental questions.
Read each work behavior carefully. Determine and select which "Level of Performance" most closely represents your highest level of experience/training. List the employer(s)/training source(s) from your Work or Education sections of the application where you gained this experience/training. The "Level of Performance" you choose for each work behavior must be clearly supported within the description of the experience and training information entered in your application or your score may be lowered. In order to receive credit for experience, you must have worked in a job for at least six months in which the experience claimed was a major function.
If you have read and understand these instructions, please click on the "Yes" button and proceed to the exam questions.
If you have general questions regarding the application and hiring process, please refer to our

• Yes

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WORK BEHAVIOR 1 - DESIGN/DESIGN REVIEW Designs and reviews designs of other engineers for the construction and operation of hydraulic facilities (dams, treatment plants, flood control and drainage projects, pump stations, stream crossings). This includes interpreting applicable engineering standards, design criteria, laws, codes and regulations, plans, maps and field reports; ability to utilize computers for structural analysis and hydraulic and hydrologic calculations; knowledge of surveying; and reviewing design computations, quantity and cost estimates.Levels of Performance Select the "Level of Performance" box which best reflects your experience or education.

• A. I have extensive experience preparing design plans for complete hydraulic projects of a complex nature (e.g. dams, floodwalls, water and waste treatment facilities and pump stations). This includes performing essentially all activities of original design outlined in the work behavior above plus consolidating the entire design together into a cohesive package; or I have had responsibility for the review of the design of a major hydraulic engineering project for conformance to established engineering theory and practice, codes, regulations and standards, design soundness, economy and practicality.
• B. I have experience as an assistant or participant working under the direction of a professional engineer in the design/design review of hydraulic facilities projects of a complex nature; or I have experience being responsible in the design of minor projects (e.g. road culverts, stream bank restoration) of a hydraulic nature.
• C. I have experience performing beginning-level hydraulic design in a civil engineering training program with the activities in the work behavior or minor portions of hydraulic engineering projects under close supervision.
• D. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to hydrology, hydraulic structures, or surveying.
• E. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior.

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In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.

1. The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.
2. Your experience in design preparation and review.
3. Your experience preparing or reviewing design plans and the scope of the projects (e.g., complex project or minor project).
4. Your level of responsibility.

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If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.

1. College/University
2. Course Title(s)
3. Credits/Clock Hours

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WORK BEHAVIOR 2 - MONITORING OF CONSTRUCTION PLANS AND PROBLEM-SOLVING Monitors construction plans prepared by engineers to evaluate acceptability of the plan; visits project site during construction to assure compliance with approved plan; assures that pertinent laws and regulations are being compiled with; identifies water resource/flooding problems; and develops operating or structural solutions to resolve possible plan problems or defects. This involves interpreting plans, codes, and specifications; applying knowledge of hydraulics, hydrology, and civil engineering practices and procedures; and evaluation of materials and maintenance procedures.Levels of Performance Select the "Level of Performance" box which best reflects your experience or education.

• A. I have extensive experience monitoring construction plans in addition to recognizing and solving structural and hydraulic problems of projects of a complex nature (e.g. dams, floodwalls, water and waste treatment facilities and pump stations) in an ongoing and continuous manner.
• B. I have experience as an assistant on more advanced assignments which includes performing most of the activities in the work behavior under direction of someone else; or I have had sole accountability and responsibility for a minor hydraulic engineering project (e.g. road culverts, stream bank restoration).
• C. I have experience as a beginning-level engineer which includes performing entry-level duties in the work behavior on minor portions of a construction plan under close supervision.
• D. I have successfully completed college-level coursework or training related to construction management, hydrology, hydraulic structures, concrete design, steel design, construction plans or inspection.
• E. I have NO experience, coursework, or training related to this work behavior.

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In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.

1. The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.
2. Your experience monitoring construction plans, visiting the project site to determine compliance, and identifying problems with the plan and providing solutions.
3. Your level of responsibility.

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If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework or training, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.

1. College/University/Training Source
2. Course Title(s)
3. Credits/Clock Hours

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WORK BEHAVIOR 3 - CONDUCTING HYDRAULIC/HYDROLOGIC STUDIES Conducting hydraulic and hydrologic studies of waterways, reservoirs, wetlands, and drainage basins including determination of runoff, anticipated flow, water surface profiles and ground water characteristics; use of standard reference sources used to determine the nature and characteristics of watershed areas, flood plains, river basins, and similar elements affecting engineering decisions of a hydraulic nature; identifying water resource/flooding problems; ascertaining feasibility of projects; and utilizing knowledge of surveying and computer input and output for hydraulic and hydrologic calculations.Levels of Performance Select the "Level of Performance" box which best reflects your experience or education.

• A. I have extensive experience conducting major hydraulic/hydrologic studies or reviewing reports of such studies which involved performing essentially all of the activities outlined in the work behavior.
• B. I have assisted or participated in conducting major hydraulic studies or projects under the guidance of a lead engineer, or I have experience personally conducting surveys for minor hydraulic engineering problems or projects.
• C. I have experience as a beginning-level engineer performing entry-level duties associated with the activities in the work behavior under close supervision.
• D. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to hydraulics or hydrology.
• E. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior.

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In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.

1. The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.
2. Your experience in conducting hydraulic/hydrologic studies.
3. Your level of responsibility.

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If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.

1. College/University
2. Course Title(s)
3. Credits/Clock Hours

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WORK BEHAVIOR 4 - PERMIT APPLICATIONS Prepares and/or reviews permit applications (e.g. dams, water obstructions and encroachment), requests for waivers of permits and emergency permits and determines jurisdictional responsibility, and completes correspondence with applicant to determine consistency with regulations. This involves knowledge of laws, codes and regulations; design; and structures.Levels of Performance Select the "Level of Performance" box which best reflects your experience or education.

• A. I have extensive experience solely preparing and/or reviewing permit applications.
• B. I have experience assisting others preparing and/or reviewing permit applications or I have reviewed portions of permit applications.
• C. I have experience as a beginning-level engineer performing entry-level duties in the work activities on minor portions of a permit application under close supervision.
• D. I have successfully completed college-level coursework or training related to permit applications (e.g. design, hydrology, hydraulics, surveying).
• E. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior.

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In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.

1. The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.
2. Your experience in reviewing permit applications.
3. The level of complexity of the permit applications.
4. Your level of responsibility.

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If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework or training, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.

1. College/University/Training Source
2. Course Title(s)
3. Credits/Clock Hours

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