Environmental Program Specialist 1/Trainee 1/2- NY Helps

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Review Vacancy

Date Posted 06/12/24

Applications Due07/03/24

Vacancy ID160770

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NY HELPYes

AgencyEnvironmental Conservation, Department of

TitleEnvironmental Program Specialist 1/Trainee 1/2- NY HELPS

Occupational CategoryI.T. Engineering, Sciences

Salary GradeNS

Bargaining UnitPS&T

• Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)

Salary RangeFrom $49363 to $82656 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Contingent Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 25%

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 8:30 AM

To 5 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

County Albany

Street Address 625 Broadway

City Albany

StateNY

Zip Code12233

Minimum Qualifications This title is part of the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide Program (NY HELPS).

For the duration of the NY HELPS Program, this title may be filled via a non-competitive appointment, which means no examination is required but all candidates must meet the minimum qualifications of the title for which they apply. At this time, agencies may recruit and hire employees by making temporary appointments. In May 2024, if a temporary NY HELPS employee is satisfactorily performing in the position, the appointment will be changed from temporary pending Civil Service Commission Action to permanent non-competitive and the official probationary period will begin.

At a future date (within one year of permanent appointment), it is expected employees hired under NY HELPS will have their non-competitive employment status converted to competitive status, without having to compete in an examination. Employees will then be afforded with all of the same rights and privileges of competitive class employees of New York State. While serving permanently in a NY HELPS title, employees may take part in any promotion examination for which they are qualified.

TRAINEE 1: A bachelor's in accounting, agricultural engineering, agricultural science, agronomy, animal science, atmospheric science, aquatic science, bacteriology, biochemistry, bioengineering, biology, botany, business administration, chemical engineering, chemistry, civil engineering, civil engineering technology, climate change, coastal resources management, communications, computer engineering, computer science, construction engineering, conservation biology, cultural resources and historic preservation studies, data analysis, earth sciences, ecology, economics, ecosystem management, engineering technology, environmental biology, environmental education, environmental education and interpretation, environmental engineering, environmental health, environmental planning, environmental policy, environmental science, environmental studies, environmental toxicology, fisheries and wildlife sciences, forest engineering, forest resource management, forest science, forestry, genetics, geochemistry, geographic information systems, geography, geological engineering, geology, hydrology, industrial design, industrial engineering, landscape architecture, marine science, mathematics, manufacturing engineering technology, mechanical engineering technology, mechanical engineering, meteorology, microbiology, molecular biology, natural resources, natural resources conservation, natural resources management, natural resources planning, natural science, packaging science, physical science, physics, product design, public administration, public policy studies, sustainability, toxicology, urban forestry, urban planning, urban studies, water resource engineering, water resources management, wildlife management, wildlife science, or zoology.

TRAINEE 2: A bachelors as noted above and one year of professional qualifying experience.

EPS 1: A bachelor's as noted above and two years of qualifying experience.

Qualifying Experience: a position where you have responsibility for the following: development and implementation of program policies and procedures; preparing and interpreting rules and regulations; development, preparation, and management of procurement (solicitation) documents, contracts, and/or grants; providing non-engineering technical assistance and information to consultants, public officials, and facility managers; collecting data, reviewing alternatives, performing qualitative or quantitative policy analyses; writing technical or programmatic reports; developing, implementing, analyzing, and evaluating programs; developing and implementing expenditure plans, procuring external funding sources, collecting and forecasting the impact of funding and/or organizational change efforts; assisting with the development of environmental public information campaigns.

NOTE: a Juris Doctor, Master's, or higher degree in a related field can substitute for one year of professional experience.

Candidates may also be eligible via the following:

Reassignment

• Currently in the title and an employee of DEC or Reinstatement Eligible

• Previously held the title on a permanent competitive basis or held a title as indicated under the transfer eligible section on a permanent competitive basis.

Or

Transfer Eligible

• One year of permanent competitive service at Salary Grade 11 or higher and either: Eligible for transfer under Section 70.4: Must meet the open competitive minimum qualifications below;

Or

Eligible for transfer under Section 70.1: Permanent competitive service as an Environmental Program Specialist 1 (including trainees), Program Aide, Administrative Specialist 1, Biologist1(Aquatic), (Ecology), (Marine), (Wildlife), Public Participation Specialist 1, Environmental Analyst 1 and Trainee 1 &2, Environmental Engineering Technician 2 & 3, Fish and Wildlife Technician 3, Legal Assistant 2, Mineral Resources Technician2,Pesticide Control Specialist 1 & 2, Public Health Specialist 2 Environmental, Sanitary Construction Inspector 2, Senior Engineering Research Editor.

Duties Description This position is located within the Emergency Management Unit (EMU). EMU is responsible for planning for, responding to, and recovering from emergencies and significant incidents as well as executing the NYS Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan. The incumbent for this position will assist with Agency emergency response and planning efforts. EPS will carry out duties in Emergency Management related to agency preparedness, response, recovery, and mitigation efforts while increasing the capacity for 24/7 agency support to federal, state, and local partners. More specific duties will include:

• The incumbent will be required to perform overtime during emergency response and significant incident operations.

• The incumbent must be willing to be placed on paid standby for a minimum of 8 units per pay period.

• The EPS will be required to know and act in accordance with Commissioner's Policy 54, the DEC Emergency Operations Plan, the Continuity of Operations Plan, the Emergency Management Plan, the NYS Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan, the Environmental Conservation Law, and NYS Executive Law 2-B.

• Draft, edit, review, and contribute towards agency and state emergency plans.

• Provide notifications to State Watch Center as well as respond to inquiries the unit receives regarding possible or ongoing emergencies and significant incidents.

• Staff the state emergency operations center during emergency operations in support of emergency support functions: 1 - Transportation, 3

• Public Infrastructure, 4 - Firefighting, 8

• Public Health, 9 - Search & Rescue, 10 - Hazardous Materials, 11 - Agriculture, and 13

• Public Safety & Security.

• Be familiar with and utilize the Incident Command Structure (ICS) as well as all associated ICS forms.

• Ability to travel statewide in support of incident and emergency operations & response.

• Support reimbursement and recovery actions post disasters.

• Represent the emergency management unit during meetings with agency, state, county, and municipality stakeholders.

• Complete FEMA and all-hazards trainings commensurate with duty assignments.

• Act as a liaison between the Director and regions as well as program emergency response coordinators.

• Participate in as well as lead emergency response working groups and strike teams.

• Assist with organization of training events for unit, region, program, and agency personnel.

• Assist with organization of and participation in Federal, state, county, and agency level exercises.

• Assist in the identification and develop of hazard mitigation solutions for the Agency.

• Serve as an agency representative with partner agencies for all matters related to emergency management and response.

• Possess good communication skills as well as team building characteristics.

Additional Comments Must have a valid driver's license or demonstrate the ability to meet the transportation needs of the position. 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. 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 Marline Agnew

Telephone 518-402-9273

Fax 518-402-9038

Email Address PostingResponses@dec.ny.gov

Address

Street 625 Broadway

Personnel, 10th Floor

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12233

Notes on ApplyingPlease email/mail your resume to the above. Be sure to include Vacancy#24-160770 on your resume or it may not be accepted.