Review Vacancy

Date Posted: 05/18/18
Applications Due: 06/01/18
Vacancy ID: 53463

Position Information

AgencyEnvironmental Conservation, Department of

TitleAssistant Engineer (Env)/ Engineer Trainee

Occupational CategoryI.T. Engineering, Sciences

Salary Grade20

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

Salary RangeFrom $56604 to $79577 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Provisional

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 20%

Schedule

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 8:30 AM

To 5 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? Yes

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

Location

County Albany

Street Address 625 Broadway

City Albany

StateNY

Zip Code12233

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
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.


For eligibility under 70.4 transfer, Provisional appointment, or 55b/c, employees must meet the minimum qualifications below. Please note that if applying under the 55b/c, candidates must include with their resume or application, a copy of the letter from Civil Service which indicates approval for the 55b/c program.

Minimum qualifications for appointment to Engineer Trainee, NS:

A Bachelor’s or higher level degree in: Environmental Engineering, Environmental Engineering Technology, Civil Engineering, Civil Engineering Technology, Chemical Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Geological Engineering, Sanitary Engineering, Environmental Design Engineering; Environmental Resources Engineering; Environmental Systems Engineering; Water Resources Engineering or Forestry Engineering; Materials Engineering; Mechanical Engineering; Paper Engineering; Petroleum Engineering; Plastics Engineering; Aeronautical Engineering and Soil and Water Resources Engineering; Engineering Science with a recognized concentration in any of the degrees listed above. **
**If you possess a bachelor’s degree or higher in Engineering Science, you must provide your transcript or documentation by the education institution that specifically states what the engineering concentration is;

~OR~

Proof of successful completion of a National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES) Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) examination.
If you are applying with proof of successful completion of the FE examination, you must also have one year of engineering experience in sanitary, public health or environmental engineering.

NOTE: Individuals appointed as an Engineer Trainee are required to complete a minimum of one year of successful performance as an Engineer Trainee and pass the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam. If you obtain your FE by the end of the first year, you will be advanced to the appropriate appoint-level-changed (PR-50) Grade 20 Assistant Engineer title. If you do not obtain your FE by the end of the second year of the traineeship, you will be terminated from your position.


Minimum qualifications for appointment to Assistant Engineer (Environmental), SG-20:

Proof of successful completion of a National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES) Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) examination AND a Bachelor’s or higher level degree in: Environmental Engineering, Environmental Engineering Technology, Civil Engineering, Civil Engineering Technology, Chemical Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Geological Engineering, Sanitary Engineering, Environmental Design Engineering; Environmental Resources Engineering; Environmental Systems Engineering; Water Resources Engineering or Forestry Engineering; Materials Engineering; Mechanical Engineering; Paper Engineering; Petroleum Engineering; Plastics Engineering; Aeronautical Engineering and Soil and Water Resources Engineering; Engineering Science with a recognized concentration in any of the degrees listed above. **
**If you possess a bachelor’s degree or higher in Engineering Science, you must provide your transcript or documentation by the education institution that specifically states what the engineering concentration is;

~OR~

Proof of successful completion of a National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES) Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) examination AND one year of engineering experience in sanitary, public health or environmental engineering.

Duties Description Bureau of Technical Support/Facility Compliance Section
Assistant Engineer(Envir)/Engineer Trainee 18/20

Job Duties:

The candidate will be involved with the development and implementation of regulations within the Petroleum Bulk Storage, Chemical Bulk Storage, Major Oil Storage Facilities, Federal Underground Storage Tanks and Liquefied Natural Gas Programs.

-Apply an understanding of science and engineering to develop and/or review regulations, guidance documents, identify appropriate industry standards and evaluate their use in implementing the regulations.
-Manage multiple projects while meeting project deadlines.
-Evaluate facilities for compliance with all applicable or relevant regulations, standards, and guidance and where necessary work with regional staff in bringing appropriate enforcement actions including overseeing the development and execution of work plans to bring a facility into compliance.
-Provide technical support and clear communication both verbally and in writing to management, colleagues, outside professionals, and the regulated public on the regulations, standards and guidance.

In addition, some travel will be required and the use of a respirator may be required during some field work.

Additional Comments Must have valid driver's license or demonstrate the ability to meet the transportation needs of the position. Use of personal protection equipment, including respirator, will be required. Travel and overtime 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.

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 PUT POSTING #18-309 ON YOUR RESUME WHEN APPLYING OR IT MAY NOT BE ACCEPTED. (PREVIOUSLY POSTED AS 18-146)