Position Information

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AgencyAdirondack Park Agency

TitleEnvironmental Program Specialist 2

Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers

Salary Grade23

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

Salary RangeFrom $84156 to $106454 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 5%

Schedule

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 6 AM

To 6 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

Location

County Essex

Street Address 1133 NY Route 86

PO Box 99

City Ray Brook

StateNY

Zip Code12977

Job Specifics

Minimum Qualifications Reachable on the NYS Department of Civil Service Environmental Program Specialist 2 Interdepartmental Eligible List or transfer eligible under NYS Department of Civil Service Section 70.1.

Duties Description The incumbents will provide management and programming services to the Agency’s regulatory work including planning, permitting and enforcement. The positions include: performance of independent field review and analyses of proposed project sites; evaluation of environmental impacts of projects and drafting of permits; assisting in the coordination of on-the-job training of new subordinate staff; review of permitting and enforcement activity; oversite and development of sufficient Agency files and recommendations for enforcement resolutions; and utilization of performance metrics and compliance. The incumbent candidates will also review and respond to inquiries from the public regarding potential Agency jurisdiction. The candidates will be proficient in team management and the delegation of project tasks. The position involves supervision and evaluations of EPS 1 staff and general administration. Candidates must have good communication skills, both written and oral, and will prepare and present public presentations. These positions (2) are interchangeable between other Environmental Program Specialist 2 titles found within the Agency.

Additional Comments The State of NY offers a work-life balance and generous benefits package, including:
- Holiday & Paid Time Off
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
- Pension from New York State Employees’ Retirement System
- Affordable Health Care Options
- Family dental and vision benefits at no additional costs
- NYS Deferred Compensation Plan
- Additional items discussed during interview

APA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Salary Grade: SG-23. The starting salary for this position is $84,156. The salary range is $84,156 to $106,454.

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.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

Contact Information

Name Elaine Caldwell

Telephone 518-891-4050

Fax 518-891-3938

Email Address HumanResources@apa.ny.gov

Address

Street 1133 NY Route 86

PO Box 99

City Ray Brook

State NY

Zip Code 12977

 

Notes on ApplyingIf you are interested in a NYS transfer, please submit your resume and a cover letter to HumanResources@apa.ny.gov. Be sure to include Vacancy #24-170757 on your resume and also in the subject line of the email.