Position Information

NY HELPNo

AgencyEnvironmental Conservation, Department of

TitleProfessional Geologist 2 (2 Positions)

Occupational CategoryI.T. Engineering, Sciences

Salary Grade27

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

Salary RangeFrom $115898 to $138665 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 10%

Schedule

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 8:30 AM

To 4:30 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 These positions are in Remedial Bureau C and Bureau of Spill Response and Prevention.

Duties include:

1. Remedial Bureau C: Supervise Remedial Section D. Bureau of Spill Response and Prevention:Supervise Technical Assistance Section.

2. Perform administrative duties regarding time and attendance, travel, budgeting, evaluations, and provide direction and guidance to staff to ensure compliance with Department policy.

3. Ensure that work load is distributed and managed in order that Bureau program initiatives are met and projects are kept on schedule.

4. Prepare section annual work plans and provide clear direction to staff regarding priorities. Provide technical guidance/direction to staff.

5. Review and ensure technical adequacy and consistency of proposed work plans for remedial activities for projects under the State's remedial programs (e.g., Superfund, Brownfield Cleanup, Manufactured Gas Plant, Environmental Restoration, Petroleum, and RCRA Corrective Actions).

6. Duties would include providing quality oversight and technical direction on procurement documents, construction plans and specifications, and project work plans to ensure conformance with current DEC remedial technology, regulations, standards and policies, as well as professional geology standards.

7. Communicate with and represent the Department to outside groups, local governments, and other agencies. Communicate with the public, consultants, contractors, and the regulated community in a positive and productive manner.

8. Negotiate and/or review and approve proposed orders and agreements pursuant to the State's remedial programs.

9. Communicate effectively with peers, supervisor and DEC management. Keep the Bureau Director informed of the status of high profile cases through verbal and written communications. Prepare and make presentations to the Bureau Director and DEC management as needed.

Additional Duties for position in Bureau of Spill Response and Prevention:

- Coordinate Central Office project support with Regional staff.

- Draft, for management approval, remedial guidance and policy proposals.

Minimum Qualifications Reassignment - Currently in the title and an employee of DEC
or

Reinstatement Eligible - Previously held the title on a permanent
competitive basis.

For employees of New York State, on or before the date of the examination, candidates must have had three months of permanent competitive, non-competitive NY HELPS, or 55-b/55-c service as a Professional Geologist 1 or Engineering Geologist 2, AND have a New York State Professional Geologist's license and current registration at time of appointment. If you have received a permanent appointment to a qualifying title listed and served provisionally in that title immediately preceding your permanent appointment, such provisional service may be counted towards meeting the time in title required for this examination.

Additional Comments The starting salary for this position is $115,398.00. This amount is comprised of the base salary of $106,898.00 with an additional geographic pay differential of $7,000, specific to this title and location.

The job rate for this position is $138,165.00. This amount is comprised of the base salary of $131,665.00 with an additional geographic pay differential of $7,000, specific to this title and location.

Actual work schedule, duties and travel requirements may vary and will be discussed at the interview.

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 adverse weather conditions.
Travel may be required.
Overtime may be required.
Overnight travel may be required.
Must successfully complete (or have completed) the 40-hour OSHA 1910.120 training course and all other required training.
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.

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 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 #26-214819 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.