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AgencyEnvironmental Conservation, Department of

TitleEnvironmental Program Specialist 2

Occupational CategoryI.T. Engineering, Sciences

Salary Grade23

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

Salary RangeFrom $84156 to $106454 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Contingent Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 5%

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 9 AM

To 5 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

County Albany

Street Address 625 Broadway

City Albany

StateNY

Zip Code12233

Duties Description This position will be located within the Division of Materials Management, Bureau of Waste Reduction and Recycling, Product Stewardship and Extended Producer Responsibility Section. The incumbent will be responsible for providing critical support for the successful implementation of the state’s high-profile product stewardship and extended producer responsibility programs.
More specific duties will include:

•Program management of the NYS Rechargeable Battery Recycling Law and management of a team of EPS1’s in conducting all aspects of the program. Specific activities include, but are not limited to, providing a thorough review of program plans submitted by producer responsibility organizations (PRO(s)), ensuring the PRO(s) continuously meet the minimum convenience criteria and public education requirements set in statute, review of annual reports, provision of stakeholder guidance, preparation of compliance and enforcement documents in coordination with the Office of General Counsel, monitoring regional inspections, drafting of potential regulations.

•Serving as the lead staff person responsible for the administration of the state’s Lead-acid Battery Recycling Law. Duties will include the provision of information and technical guidance to the regulated community.

•Serving as the Division’s primary point of contact in assisting impacted stakeholders with e-cigarette and vaping device voluntary collection opportunities. Should EPR progress in the state for this product category as anticipated, this position will manage the mandatory program as well.

•Assisting in the oversight and administration of NYS's comprehensive Electronic Equipment Recycling and Reuse Act. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the detailed review of all aspects of electronic equipment manufacturers’ and collectives’ e-waste acceptance programs for compliance with the Act, review and approval of regulated entity online registrations and annual reports, provision of stakeholder guidance, implementation of Part 368 regulations, calculation of statewide goals, acceptance standards, and surcharges, modification of the programs online data management system as needed, and working closely with the Department’s legal counsel to identify non-compliance and prepare enforcement documents as necessary. This position will be directly responsible for managing registered entities in Regions 1 and 2.

•Monitoring and providing technical assistance via the section’s shared mailboxes (i.e., PSWR, ReTRAC, Part368Regulations and Ewaste) and via telephone, as well as provide guidance to the section’s EPS1’s in their provision of technical assistance to the public. This requires the interpretation of statute/regulations, the relaying of technical information in a clear manner to junior EPS1 section staff, the regulated community and public.

•Reviewing and commenting on proposed product stewardship and extended producer responsibility legislation for potential future state programs (e.g., packaging and paper products, mattresses, solar panels, HHW, batteries, vaping devices, etc.) and assistance with the development and implementation of new programs if/when legislation passes, will also be required.

•Monitoring national activities related to packaging extended producer responsibility programs and will be relied upon to advance the implementation of this program should it inevitably pass in this state.

•Promoting product stewardship and extended producer responsibility across the state through active participation in various environmental organizations, such as the Product Stewardship Institute and the Electronics Recycling Coordination Clearinghouse.

•Supervising and managing all the personnel requirements for two EPS1s in the Product Stewardship and Extended Producer Responsibility Section.

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 21 or higher and:

Eligible for transfer under Section 70.1: One year of permanent competitive service as a Climate Policy Analyst 2, Environmental Analyst 2, Environmental Radiation Specialist 2, Environmental Specialist 2, Forester 2, Public Participation Specialist 2, Public Participation Specialist 3, Sanitary Construction Inspector 3.

Additional Comments Travel may be required.
Overtime may be required.
Overnight travel may be required.
Weekends and holidays 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.

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.

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

Name Scott Mathews

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#25-182415 on your resume and in the subject line of your email or it may not be accepted.