Architectural Designer 2

Posting number: CSSC-2026-61479-13320

Department: Department of Conservation & Natural Resources

Division: CN Env Engrg Archre Div

Job classification: Architectural Designer 2

Posting type: SCSC E&T Vacancy

Categories: Natural Resources, Architecture

Are you excited to design structures that help protect and enhance Pennsylvania's natural resources? Join the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) as an Architectural Designer 2 and help create thoughtful designs that support recreation, conservation, and public enjoyment. This role allows you to bring architectural concepts to life through planning, design work, and collaboration with engineers and other specialists. You will contribute to meaningful projects that improve parks, buildings, and public facilities across the Commonwealth. Apply today to step into a position where your creativity and technical skills support the mission of preserving Pennsylvania's natural spaces!

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This position provides architectural design, review, and oversight for facilities and infrastructure across state properties. As an Architectural Designer 2, you will perform the following duties:

• Project Planning:Prepare design documents, drawings, specifications, schedules, and cost estimates for construction and renovation projects
• Design Evaluation:Review architectural and building work for accuracy, compliance, safety, and alignment with agency standards
• Field Investigation:Collect measurements, site data, and mapping information to support design development
• Construction Review:Assess construction progress, evaluate compliance with contract documents, and assist with inspections
• Consultant Coordination:Work with contracted designers by reviewing proposals, evaluating documents, and monitoring project deliverables
• Technical Guidance:Provide advice and solutions to staff on architectural questions, permitting issues, and design challenges

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

• One year as an Architectural Designer 1 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
• Two years of professional architectural experience which involved designing components of commercial, institutional, or educational buildings or structures, and a bachelor's degree in architecture or architectural engineering or a closely related field which included major course work in architectural design; or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training in architectural design work.

• This particular position also requires possession of a valid Class C Driver's License.

You must meet the PA residency requirement.

• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

• A conditional offer of employment will require submission of criminal history reports.  See hiring agency contact information.

• 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.
• All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant’s own experience, qualifications, and work.  Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only.  Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted.  Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information.

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 60-minute lunch.
• Work schedule may be flexible within normal operational hours.
• 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.  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.

• 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 on Veterans.

• 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.

• 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 oncefor this posting.
• Your results will be provided via email.