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TitleCoastal Resources Specialist 1 (NY HELPS) – Vacancy ID# 180122
Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $65001 to $82656 Annually
Appointment Type Contingent Permanent
Duties Description The Coastal Resources Specialist 1 duties in Office of Planning, Development & Community Infrastructure (OPDCI) will include but are not limited to the following:
• Prepares and monitors the implementation of Local Waterfront Revitalization Program (LWRP) projects to ensure compliance with State and federal laws.
• Evaluates proposed federal and other State agencies actions for consistency with the State's coastal policies.
• Advises municipalities on developing and financing waterfront projects, preparing special land and water use regulations for waterfront areas, obtaining State and federal permits for waterfront projects, and developing management programs for watersheds and other areas with high coastal resource values.
• Develops and monitors projects, activities, and programs to implement coastal policies dealing with shore erosion, flooding, non-point pollution, fish and wildlife habitat restoration, urban waterfront redevelopment, public access, scenic quality, or harbor management.
• Assists in developing regional coastal management plans.
• Reviews funding applications for LWRP projects and makes appropriate recommendations to higher-level Coastal Resources staff.
• Assists communities in preparing contracts and other project documents.
• Conducts on-site visits, as needed, to monitor contracts and review projects.
• Provides Geographic Information Systems (GIS) support within the office and to municipalities.
Minimum Qualifications COMPETITIVE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Permanent service in this title or one year of permanent competitive or 55-B/C service in a title SG-18 or higher and otherwise eligible for transfer under Civil Service Law.
A list of titles approved for transfer is available through Civil Service GOT-IT at https://careermobilityoffice.cs.ny.gov/cmo/gotit/.
NY HELPS
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 maybe 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.
At a future date (within one year of permanent appointment), it is expected employees hired under NY HELPS will have their non-competitive employment status converted to competitive status, without having to compete in an examination. Employees will then be afforded all of the same rights and privileges of competitive class employees of New York State. While serving permanently in a NY HELPS title, employees may take part in any promotion examination for which they are qualified.
NON-COMPETITIVE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
The minimum qualifications for Non-Competitive appointment are:
Coastal Resources Specialist Trainee 1
A bachelor's or higher degree.
Coastal Resources Specialist Trainee 2
A bachelor's degree and one year of professional experience managing and planning and construction projects undertaken by waterfront communities and local organizations to advance economic development and protect natural resources.
• Minimum Qualifications Substitution
A Juris Doctor, master's or higher degree in a related field can substitute for one year of specialized experience.
Coastal Resources Specialist 1
A bachelor's degree and two years of professional experience managing and planning and construction projects undertaken by waterfront communities and local organizations to advance economic development and protect natural resources.
• Minimum Qualifications Substitution
A Juris Doctor, master's or higher degree in a related field can substitute for one year of specialized experience.
55 B/C Appointment:
This position is eligible for 55B/C designation and candidates with 55B/C eligibility are encouraged to apply. Candidates must meet any open competitive minimum qualifications and must submit their current 55B/C eligibility letter along with their application.
If a degree and/or credit hours are listed, please forward your transcripts with your resume and cover letter.
It is essential that candidates clearly and concisely indicate exactly how they meet the above minimum qualifications in their resume. Failure to show how you meet the minimum qualifications above may result in disqualification and removal from consideration.
Additional Comments The Department of State is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We encourage women, people of color, LGBTQ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, age, veteran status, disability status, arrest record or criminal conviction history, or any other category protected by law.
We are happy to provide reasonable and religious accommodations during the hiring process for those in need. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please send a request to HRM.Recruitment@dos.ny.gov.
NOTE ON TELECOMMUTING: The Department of State employees may be approved for a maximum of 50% telecommuting, however, they are required to apply and obtain approval through management in accordance with The Department of State Telecommuting Program Guidelines.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Email Address HRM.Recruitment@dos.ny.gov
Address
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Notes on ApplyingIf you are interested and meet the minimum qualifications above, email your cover letter, resume, degree/transcript and New York State Part 1 Application (https://dos.ny.gov/employment-opportunities) to HRM.Recruitment@dos.ny.gov. Please include Title, Location and Vacancy ID # you are applying for in the subject line of your email.