PA DEP Seeks Water Professional Exam Proctor

The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) has openings for part-time assistant proctors at water and wastewater certification exam sessions. This is a non-permanent, wage payroll (hourly) position in the Bureau of Safe Drinking Water. Duties involve traveling to examination sites, assisting DEP proctors with logistics, and overseeing examinees in a strict testing environment. The employee will receive training in the administration of certification examinations.

Hourly wage rate is $30 and includes travel time to and from exam locations. If overnight travel is required, staff receive meal subsistence and reimbursement for lodging. Expected time commitment is approximately 6 hours per exam session plus travel time, for 2-5 exam sessions per year.  Exams are held on weekdays in the morning.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent and a criminal background check. The employee in this position will be required to sign a Statement of Confidentiality to protect the integrity of the certification exams.

Interested candidates should contact Laura Chambers at lchambers@pa.gov or (717) 772-5158.