Review Vacancy
Date Posted: 11/08/24
Applications Due: 11/27/24
Vacancy ID: 172509
Position Information
NY HELPNo
AgencyEnvironmental Conservation, Department of
TitleProfessional Geologist 1
Occupational CategoryI.T. Engineering, Sciences
Salary Grade24
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $88639 to $111897 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 8 AM
To 4 PM
Flextime allowed? No
Mandatory overtime? No
Compressed workweek allowed? No
Telecommuting allowed? Yes
Location
County Schenectady
Street Address 1130 N. Westcott Rd.
City Schenectady
StateNY
Zip Code12306
Job Specifics
Minimum Qualifications 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 22 or higher and eligible to transfer via Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law.
To determine if your current Civil Service title is eligible for transfer to this title, visit the Career Mobility Office’s GOT-IT website: https://careermobilityoffice.cs.ny.gov/cmo/gotit/index.cfm.
Duties Description The incumbent will complete inspections of solid waste management facilities and other locations for compliance with Part 360 regulations. More specific duties will include investigating complaints from the public; completing inspection reports and communicating inspection results to facility operators and DEC staff; assisting with processing Beneficial Use Determinations (BUD); compiling, managing, analyzing, and interpreting monitoring data and reports for Inactive Landfills and other facilities; evaluating environmental impacts caused by landfills and other facilities, including but not limited to contamination of soil, sediment, surface water and groundwater; preparing reports and briefings for supervisors and/or Regional Director; reviewing water quality monitoring data from active and inactive landfills; evaluating water quality and other sampling procedures at solid waste management facilities and conduct sampling when necessary in accordance with approved methods; reviewing geotechnical, hydro-geological, and other aspects of landfill and other facility permit/registration applications, submittals, investigations, and reports; writing permits and provide technical assistance to other permit writers; preparing, submitting, and tracking enforcement cases with DEC legal staff; providing outreach and technical assistance to the regulated community; and representing the Department at public meetings, outreach events, hearings, and legal proceedings.
Essential Functions:
Must be competent with Microsoft Excel, Word and Power Point. Must be able to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Must be able to read and interpret regulations, technical documents and laboratory reports. Must have strong verbal and written communication skills. Must be able to communicate effectively when interacting with colleagues, other agencies, and the general public.
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.
Overnight travel may be required.
Must be able to lift and move objects up to 25 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.
Contact Information
Name Scott Mathews
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/mail your resume to the above. Be sure to include Vacancy#24-172509 on your resume and also in the subject line of your email or it may not be accepted. If qualified based on college credit, include college transcript.
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