Position Information

NY HELPNo

AgencyEnvironmental Conservation, Department of

TitleProfessional Engineer 1 (Environmental) (2 Positions)

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 30%

Schedule

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 9 AM

To 5 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

Location

County Queens

Street Address 47-40 21st Street

City Long Island City

StateNY

Zip Code11101

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 either:

Eligible for transfer under Section 70.1: Permanent competitive
service as an Environmental Engineer 2 Civil, Senior Sanitary
Engineer. Additional qualifications may be required.

or

Eligible for transfer under Section 70.4: Must meet the open
competitive minimum qualifications below;

Open competitive minimum qualifications (provided for 70.4
transfer eligibles and NYHELPS):

a New York State Professional Engineer's
license and current registration AND one year of engineering
experience in sanitary, public health or environmental
engineering.

If there is a viable promotion examination eligible list (three
acceptors) for this position, candidates who qualify based on
70.4 transfer or under the 55-b/55-c options cannot be
considered.

Candidates who are not eligible for transfer or reinstatement
must meet the promotion qualifications below and receive, or have received, a passing score on the online Civil Service examination for the Professional Engineer 1 (Environmental) https://www.cs.ny.gov/engineering/prom/ (for promotional candidates). If you have received a passing score on either of these examinations please indicate so when submitting your application.

Duties Description These Professional Engineer 1 positions are in various sections within the Division of Environmental Remediation. They will serve as Senior Project Managers for multiple Brownfield Cleanup Program, State Superfund, and Petroleum Remediation sites. This position requires a person technically proficient and knowledgeable in the various remedial programs, capable of juggling multiple priorities on several fast-paced and/or complex projects. Position requires close coordination with all involved agencies, divisions, stakeholders, consultants and contractors, etc. Responsibilities include review, oversight and management of all phases of remedial work, including work plans, remedial investigation reports, feasibility studies, design reports, construction plans and specifications, site management plans and final engineering reports, as well as field oversight, to ensure conformance with current NYSDEC regulations, guidance and policies, as well as professional engineering standards. Other responsibilities include development and management of work assignments and budgets, preparation of responses to written correspondence, public presentations, and interaction with the public and community groups in relation to these projects. Supervision of lower-level technical staff may be required. Required functions are to be performed with a high degree of independence. On occasion serve as section supervisor in the absence of the permanent supervisor. Additional duties to be discussed during 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.
Must complete an annual Health and Safety Program including medical monitoring, fit testing, and 40 (or 8) hour OSHA HAZWOPER certification.
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 Megan Miller

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#24-172583 on your resume and also in the subject line of your email or it may not be accepted. If you are qualified based on your education, you must also include a copy of your college transcript. An unofficial copy is acceptable.