Certification, Accreditation, and Licensing Inspector (Erie)

THE POSITION

Are you looking for a challenging career within the Department of Labor and Industry? We are searching for a self-motivated individual who enjoys being home-office based, educating customers on commonwealth requirements, and working with the public to keep all Pennsylvanians safe. As a Certification, Accreditation, and Licensing (CAL) Inspector, you will have the opportunity to perform inspections for the enforcement of various laws and regulations. Bring your investigative skills to our department and make your career aspirations a reality!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

As a CAL Inspector, you will be performing statewide inspections, investigations, and enforcements of asbestos and lead-based paint abatement sites. Work includes inspecting project sites and retail locations selling bedding, upholstered furniture, and stuffed toys. You will be responsible for auditing asbestos and lead abatement training providers and preparing reports of your findings. Effective communication is essential for this position as you will serve as a resource and technical consultant for stake holders and the public on i nterpretation, implementation, adherence, and compliance/non-compliance of state and federal requirements. You will also have the opportunity to provide technical advice and guidance, including identification of problems and deficiencies to the administrator for processing of corrective actions to resolve problem areas in order to achieve full compliance and full accreditation status for training providers.

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

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment, home headquartered
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Work hours may be negotiable.
• 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:

• One year as a Certification, Accreditation, and Licensing Inspector Trainee (commonwealth title); or
• Two years of experience in building maintenance or construction, workplace safety or inspection, retail sales, or customer service; or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training.
  
  

Special Requirements:

• All positions require at the time of hire a valid Commonwealth of Pennsylvania asbestos worker training course completion certificate, a valid Commonwealth of Pennsylvania lead-based paint activities worker training course completion certificate, and a valid lead-based paint activities inspector training course completion certificate issued by a training provider accredited by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania or a state approved by the Federal Environmental Protection Agency to accredit such providers.
• All positions require possession of an active motor vehicle license.
• All employees must obtain a valid Commonwealth of Pennsylvania asbestos worker certification, a valid Commonwealth of Pennsylvania lead-based paint activities worker certification, and a valid Commonwealth of Pennsylvania lead-based paint activities inspector certification within the probationary period.
  
  

Other Requirements:

• You must meet the PA residency requirement . For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency.
• Hiring preference for this vacancy may be given to candidates who live within Erie County. If no eligible candidates who live within Erie County apply for this position, candidates who reside in other counties may be considered.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.
  
  

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 www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans’ Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov .
  
  

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.