Position Information

NY HELPYes

AgencyEnvironmental Conservation, Department of

TitleEnvironmental Educator 2 - NY HELPS

Occupational CategoryEducation, Teaching

Salary Grade18

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

Salary RangeFrom $66951 to $85138 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 8 AM

To 4 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

Location

County Albany

Street Address 625 Broadway

City Albany

StateNY

Zip Code12233

Job Specifics

Duties Description The Environmental Educator 2 will be responsible for three main areas: 1) assisting with managing the DEC summer youth program for children 11- to-17-years-old at four camps statewide, 2) supporting Bureau of Environmental Education programs, and 3) supervising staff.

1.Assisting with Camps Program

Staffing and Program Development

•Recruiting, interviewing, training, mentoring and evaluating seasonal camp staff
•Overseeing and developing annual training for 60+ seasonal staff including determining needs for updates, revisions, and reports
•Managing the Camps Youth Volunteer Program including developing place-based curriculum for weeklong citizen science service projects to enhance the camper-volunteer experience and provide underserved campers leadership opportunities
•Assisting with monitoring budget needs and spending reports

Sponsor Organizations

•Managing and strengthening sponsor organization partnerships by working with environmental and community organizations, DEC Offices of Environmental Justice, and Indian Nation Affairs to support bringing awareness of Camps to underserved communities
•Providing outreach and education events to organizations wishing to become sponsors

Online and Promotion

•Coordinating the statewide use of the Camps program online registration and management system which maintains 11,000 active accounts and includes private health information of campers under the age of 18
•Developing and implementing promotional items to support camper and staff recruitment, sponsor involvement, and special events that support the Camps program
•Linking campers and parents to DEC’s social media, and managing Camps social media presence
•Strengthening camper recruitment efforts through new and existing promotion channels

2.Supporting Bureau Programs

•Working with teacher centers, associations, community centers, and other organizations to raise awareness of DEC’s Camps program through sponsorship, campership diversity, or seasonal staff opportunities
•Documenting and promoting bureau programs through multiple communication channels e.g., Facebook, GovDelivery and e-News
•Training and supporting educators in environmental literacy and using the outdoors as a classroom
•Providing education programming to community partners and other groups to support bureau needs

3.Supervising Staff

•Supervising and mentoring Environmental Educator 1 staff for camps

Minimum Qualifications 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.

To be eligible for appointment under NY HELPS, candidates must meet the non-competitive minimum qualifications below:

Non-competitive qualifications:

Four years of experience in environmental conservation in a professional or technical capacity or professional teaching of environmental education and two years of experience teaching about or interpreting the natural world.

* An associate degree in a related field can substitute for two years of environmental conservation experience; a bachelor’s degree in a related field can substitute for four years of environmental conservation experience.

Competitive 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

55-b/55-c -Candidates must meet the open competitive minimum qualifications below and include with their resume or application, a copy of the letter from Civil Service which indicates approval for the 55-b/55-c program.

Open competitive minimum qualifications (provided for 55b/c candidates):

Four years of experience in environmental conservation in a professional or technical capacity or professional teaching of environmental education and two years of experience teaching about or interpreting the natural world.

* An associate degree in a related field can substitute for two years of environmental conservation experience; a bachelor’s degree in a related field can substitute for four years of environmental conservation experience.

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.
Overtime 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.

Please be advised, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation does not use E-Verify, and we are unable to provide sponsorship for employment visa statuses (i.e. H-1B, Self-Sponsorship, STEM OPT).

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

How to Apply

Name Karen Price

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 mail/email your resume to the above. Be sure to include Posting #25-204130 on your resume and in the subject line of your email or it may not be accepted.