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NY HELP Yes

Agency Environmental Conservation, Department of

Title Environmental Analyst 1 / Trainee 1 / 2 - NY HELPS

Occupational Category I.T. Engineering, Sciences

Salary Grade NS

Bargaining Unit PS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)

Salary Range From $53764 to $85138 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Contingent Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 10%

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 8:30 AM

To 4:30 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

County Delaware

Street Address 65561 State Highway 10

City Stamford

State NY

Zip Code 12167

Duties Description Working under the supervision of an Environmental Analyst 2, the incumbent will perform tasks related to the review of project proposals, processing of applications, and issuance of permits for a variety of DEC environmental programs in the Region 4 office. More specific duties will include evaluating the environmental impacts of proposed actions; performing mapped-based and field-based interdisciplinary environmental and regulatory project reviews; utilizing computer programs to manage, track and coordinate permit processing activities; coordinating interaction with multiple government agencies, consultants, DEC program staff, and the public regarding permitting procedures; serving as a project manager on a broad range of proposals for both natural resource and environmental quality programs; coordinating with technical program staff to make determinations regarding permit jurisdictions, making permit approval/modification/denial decisions, ensuring the timely review of permit applications per the Uniform Procedures Act (UPA), making determinations under the State Environmental Quality Review Act (“SEQR”) and creating permit language; and ensuring appropriate coordination of project review with all federal, state and local agencies having jurisdiction on a project and will ensuring appropriate opportunities for public comment on the proposal, as necessary.This position is located in the regional office in Schenectady, NY with project management territories located throughout the DEC Region 4 area. The Region 4 area includes Delaware, Otsego, Montgomery, Schoharie, Albany, Schenectady, Greene, Rensselaer and Columbia counties. Occasional evening meetings and travel may be required. When necessary, the incumbent must be able to drive a state vehicle to attend site visits and multiagency meetings, and to evaluate environmental concerns. Essential Functions:Must be able to clearly explain environmental laws, regulations, and permit jurisdictions to applicants, other DEC staff, regulatory agencies, and the public. Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills. Must be able to balance conflicting priorities that arise under a full workload. Preferred Qualifications: Proficiency in Microsoft programs, ArcGIS, and Webex in order to prepare reports, manage schedules, track activities and schedule meetings.

Minimum Qualifications Reassignment - Currently in the title and an employee of DECorReinstatement Eligible - Previously held the title on a permanent competitive basis.orTransfer Eligible - One year of permanent competitive service in a title designated as appropriate for transfer in accordance with Section 70.1 of Civil Service Law.For eligibility under 70.4 transfer or 55b/c, employees must meet the minimum qualifications below. Please note that if applying under the 55b/c, candidates must include with their resume or application, a copy of the letter from Civil Service which indicates approval for the 55b/c program.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 a future date, 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.Minimum Qualifications for appointment to Environmental Analyst Trainee 1, SG-NS:A bachelor's or higher degree in agricultural engineering, agronomy, archeology, atmospheric science, biochemistry, biology, chemical engineering, chemistry, civil engineering, coastal resources management, cultural resources and historic preservation studies, ecology, ecosystem management, environmental biology, environmental engineering, environmental health, environmental planning, environmental science, environmental science and policy, environmental studies, environmental toxicology, forest science, forestry, geochemistry, geography, geological engineering, geology, hydrology, land use planning, landscape architecture, marine science, meteorology, natural resources, natural resources conservation, natural resources management, natural resources planning, natural science, physical science, or physics.Examples of non-qualifying degrees are, but not limited to, Criminal Justice, Cultural Anthropology, Environmental and Business Economics, Environmental Health Policy, Public Health, Science Education or any education discipline, Urban or City Planning.For Appointment at the Environmental Analyst Trainee 2, SG-NS, level you must also have:Either 1. One year of qualifying professional experience in a position having substantial relationship to environmental analysis*; OR2. A master's degree or higher in agricultural engineering, agronomy, archeology, atmospheric science, biochemistry, biology, chemical engineering, chemistry, civil engineering, coastal resources management, cultural resources and historic preservation studies, ecology, ecosystem management, environmental biology, environmental engineering, environmental health, environmental planning, environmental science, environmental science and policy, environmental studies, environmental toxicology, forest science, forestry, geochemistry, geography, geological engineering, geology, hydrology, land use planning, landscape architecture, marine science, meteorology, natural resources, natural resources conservation, natural resources management, natural resources planning, natural science, physical science, or physics.For the Full Performance Level, Environmental Analyst 1, SG- 18, you must also have:Either 1. Two year of qualifying professional experience in a position having substantial relationship to environmental analysis*; OR2. A master's degree or higher in agricultural engineering, agronomy, archeology, atmospheric science, biochemistry, biology, chemical engineering, chemistry, civil engineering, coastal resources management, cultural resources and historic preservation studies, ecology, ecosystem management, environmental biology, environmental engineering, environmental health, environmental planning, environmental science, environmental science and policy, environmental studies, environmental toxicology, forest science, forestry, geochemistry, geography, geological engineering, geology, hydrology, land use planning, landscape architecture, marine science, meteorology, natural resources, natural resources conservation, natural resources management, natural resources planning, natural science, physical science, or physics AND one year of qualifying professional experience in a position having substantial relationship to environmental analysis.*Qualifying experience is defined as: Experience having substantial relationship to environmental analysis means that at least 50% of the time is spent preparing and/or reviewing environmental assessments and or environmental impact statements; providing expert testimony on environmental impact at public hearings; providing consultation on environmental impact laws, rules, and regulations; or conducting office evaluations and field investigations related to multi-disciplinary environmental regulatory programs such as water quality, wetlands, air quality, solid and hazardous waste management, and mining. Experience limited to supervision of clerical staff, or interns is NOT qualifying.

Additional Comments Must have a valid driver’s license or demonstrate the ability to meet the transportation needs of the position.Travel may be required.Overnight travel may be required.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.The Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) is committed to fostering a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility. Our work would not be possible without the diverse backgrounds, experiences, ideas, and abilities of our employees. DEC is committed to developing a workforce which represents the diverse population of New York State. DEC embraces a diverse and inclusive work environment by encouraging all individuals, including those with disabilities, to apply to open positions at the agency.

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Name Scott Mathews

Telephone 518-402-9273

Fax 518-402-9038

Email Address [email protected]

Address

Street 625 Broadway

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12233

Notes on Applying Please email/mail your resume to the above. Be sure to include Vacancy#25-192761 on your resume or it may not be accepted.