State Of New York New Paltz , NY 12561
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Review Vacancy
Date Posted 06/28/24
Applications Due07/17/24
Vacancy ID161925
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NY HELPNo
AgencyEnvironmental Conservation, Department of
TitleCommunications Equipment Specialist
Occupational CategoryI.T. Engineering, Sciences
Salary Grade17
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $61516 to $78307 Annually
Employment Type Full-Time
Appointment Type Permanent
Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class
Travel Percentage 50%
Workweek Mon-Fri
Hours Per Week 37.5
Workday
From 7:30 AM
To 3:30 PM
Flextime allowed? No
Mandatory overtime? No
Compressed workweek allowed? No
Telecommuting allowed? Yes
County Ulster
Street Address 21 South Putt Corners Road
City New Paltz
StateNY
Zip Code12561
Minimum Qualifications Possession of a FCC Radio Telephone Operator's License - General Class and a FCC Amateur Radio Technician Class License and four (4) years of experience in the design, installation, testing, maintenance and repair of electrical and electronic communications equipment for commercial, engineering, or scientific use; or an associate's degree in electronics or electronic technology and two years of experience described above.
Duties Description Working for the Division of Operations Bureau of Maintenance & Technical Services, duties include but are not limited to:
1.Install radio communications equipment in NYSDEC vehicles, boats and apparatus.
2.Install, program radio equipment for DEC civilians.
3.Install, program radio equipment for DEC OPP officers including digital 911 channels for county 911 inter-operability.
4.Receives trouble reports from Raybrook and Central Dispatch, takes appropriate measures to mitigate whatever situation arises with equipment failures.
5.Receives trouble reports from Dispatch's, Radio Engineers, and end users regarding radio tower failures, takes appropriate measures to mitigate whatever situation arises with tower equipment failures.
6.Bi-annually inspects DEC radio sites, tests antenna, tests radio repeaters for proper operation. Logs test results, takes note of site conditions including vegetation growth and building security.
7.Keeps track of National Interoperability channels and integrates into DEC radio equipment.
8.Promptly files trouble tickets with ITS regarding IP connections utilized by Central Dispatch for the Motobridge Dispatch platform.
9.Maintains a fully functioning radio shop with test equipment, adequate spare parts inventory, proper hand tools plus service records.
Actual work schedule, duties and travel requirements may vary and will be discussed at the interview.
Additional Comments Must have a valid driver's license or demonstrate the ability to meet the transportation needs of the position.
Use of personal protection equipment, including a respirator, will be required.
Must be able to negotiate difficult terrain.
Must be able to work in remote areas.
Must be able to work in adverse weather conditions.
Travel may be required.
Overtime may be required.
Overnight travel may be required.
Weekends and holidays may be required.
Must be available for emergency response.
Must be available to respond to after-hours emergencies.
Must be able to lift and move objects up to 60 pounds.
Telecommuting may be available, will be discussed at interview.
We offer a work-life balance and a generous benefits package, worth 65% of salary, including:
Holiday & Paid Time Off
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
Pension from New York State Employees' Retirement System
Shift & Geographic pay differentials
Affordable Health Care options
Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost
NYS Deferred Compensation plan
Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, and U.S. Savings Bonds
And many more...
For new State employees appointed to graded positions, the annual salary is the hiring rate (beginning of the Salary Range) of the position. Promotion salaries are calculated by the NYS Office of the State Comptroller in accordance with NYS Civil Service Law, OSC Payroll rules and regulations and negotiated union contracts.
DEC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Name Heath Boomhower
Telephone 518-402-9273
Fax 518-402-9038
Email Address PostingResponses@dec.ny.gov
Address
Street 625 Broadway
City Albany
State NY
Zip Code 12233
Notes on ApplyingPlease email or mail your resume to the above. Be sure to include Vacancy #24-161925 on your letter/resume and also in the subject line of the email or it may not be accepted
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