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AgencyEnvironmental Conservation, Department of

TitleProfessional Engineer 1 (Environmental)

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 Contingent Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 10%

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

County Schenectady

Street Address 1130 N. Westcott Rd.

City Schenectady

StateNY

Zip Code12306

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: One year of permanent competitive service as a Plant Supt A, Professional Engineer 1 (Civil), Professional Engineer 1 (Civil/Construction), Professional Engineer 1 (Civil/Geotechnical), Professional Engineer 1 (Civil/Structural), Professional Engineer 1 (Civil/Transportation), Professional Engineer 1 (Electrical), Professional Engineer 1 (Fire Protection), Professional Engineer 1 (Industrial), Professional Engineer 1 (Mechanical), or Professional Engineer 1 (Mechanical/HVAC). Additional qualifications may be required.

Duties Description Review engineering plans and applications for air permits from facilities with air contamination sources. Perform engineering analysis on applications and use agency database to create electronic versions of permits.

Conduct field inspections and complaint investigations of air emission sources. May include working on elevated surfaces/roofs/stacks.

Review compliance certifications and monitoring reports to ensure compliance with permit conditions and all state and federal regulations. Record inspections and compliance reviews into database.

Evaluate and report violations of applicable air regulations to supervisor. Prepare case referrals for enforcement when appropriate.

Keep supervisor informed of emerging issues and complete special projects and assignments as requested by supervisor.

Respond to emergency situations and air incidents as directed by supervisor.

Interact with and provide information to the general public, the regulated community, other governmental agency representatives, etc.


Essential Functions

Possess technical knowledge to perform engineering analyses coupled with strong technical writing and oral communication skills.

Possess good management and organizational skills.

Ability to understand and manipulate proprietary computer software programs.

Maintain good working relationships with co-workers and other DEC programs.

Ability to physically inspect regulated facilities’ processes and air emission points.

Capable of effectively working with DEC Central Office, the regulated community, the general public, government officials, and other outside entities.

Ability to travel overnight and to represent the regional program at meetings, training, outside conferences, and other public appearances, as required.

Ability to maintain and continually broaden a working knowledge of technology along with staying abreast of updated regulations to perform duties.

Additional Comments Must be able to negotiate difficult terrain.
Travel may be required.
Must be able to lift and move objects up to 20 pounds.
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.

Name Victoria Marcario

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#24-172498 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.