Position Information

NY HELPNo

AgencyEnvironmental Conservation, Department of

TitleProfessional Engineer 2 (Environmental)

Occupational CategoryI.T. Engineering, Sciences

Salary Grade27

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

Salary RangeFrom $103784 to $127830 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 15%

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 Jefferson

Street Address 317 Washington Street

City Watertown

StateNY

Zip Code13601

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.

Transfer 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: Professional Engineer 2 Civil, Professional Engineer 2 Electrical

Duties Description The Professional Engineer 2 (Environmental), item # 46067, in the Division of Environmental Remediation, will be responsible for the following:

1.Manage the Region 6 Division of Environmental Remediation (DER) HazardousWaste Remediation and Bulk Storage programs and supervising day-to-day activities ofits staff. Program responsibilities will include the following: State Superfund,Environmental Restoration, Brownfield, Voluntary Cleanup, and Petroleum andChemical Bulk Storage programs.

2.Negotiate and/or review and approve proposed investigation and investigation workplans and reports pursuant to the State Superfund Program, Environmental RestorationProgram, and Brownfield and Voluntary Cleanup Programs.

3.Oversee PBS/CBS registration, compliance, and enforcement activities. Enforcementactivities are coordinated with DEC’s offices of General Council and Law Enforcementand regional management.

4.Perform administrative duties with respect to time and attendance, health & safety,travel, budgeting, equipment usage, performance evaluations, FOIL, internal controls,etc., to ensure program compliance with Department and program guidance andpolicies.

5.Supervise staff located in two Regional offices, including delegating specificworkload, developing individual performance plans, and conducting performancereviews.

6.Communicate with and represent the Department and Region 6 to outside agenciesand groups, municipalities, regulated community and the general public. Prepare andmake presentations as needed.

7.Respond to inquiries and emergencies in a timely manner. Effectively articulateinformation on DER’s program, policies and actions. It will include working after hoursand on weekends when necessary.

8.Serve as backup to the Regional Spill Engineer/Emergency Response Coordinatorwhen needed.

9.Collaborate with the Regional Spill Engineer on shared DER priorities.

10.Keep the Regional Director, Regional Engineer, and other involved DEC managersinformed of program accomplishments, emerging issues, and high-profile mattersthrough effective verbal and written communication.

11.Complete special tasks as assigned by the Regional Engineer or Regional Director.

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 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 to respond to after-hours emergencies.
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

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# 24-172594 on your resume and also in the subject line of your email or it may not be accepted.