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AgencyEnvironmental Conservation, Department of

TitlePesticide Control Specialist 4

Occupational CategoryI.T. Engineering, Sciences

Salary Grade663

Bargaining UnitM/C - Managerial/Confidential (Unrepresented)

Salary RangeFrom $115283 to $145682 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Provisional

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 5%

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

County Albany

Street Address 625 Broadway

City Albany

StateNY

Zip Code12233

Duties Description The incumbent will function as the Director of the Department's Bureau of Pesticides Management (BPM). Specific duties will include managing, directing, and overseeing the activities of BPM; developing and implementing BPM work plans; establishing pesticides management program goals, objectives, and policies; providing program recommendations directly to executive management; determining long-range work plans and strategies; developing BPM goals and objectives, and assesses program effectiveness; defining program and project priorities and ensures that managers and staff are performing in compliance with priorities and applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedures; preparing or supervising the development of proposed BPM budgets and monitors expenditures; overseeing or supervising the preparation of federal grant proposals and cooperative agreements; ensuring staff develop and monitor contractual arrangements with vendors performing work overseen by the BPM; developing and overseeing organizational, staffing, and training initiatives; overseeing the preparation of regulations, policies and procedures relating to pesticides; interpreting applicable laws, rules, and regulations and consulting with appropriate department staff, as needed; participating in interagency, interstate and national task forces; representing DEC on special projects and initiatives; and maintaining cooperative relationships with regulated industries, public officials, and the general public.

Minimum Qualifications For Provisional Appointment:

One year of permanent competitive or 55-b/55-c service as a Pesticide Control Specialist 3.

For Permanent Appointment:

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 27/M2 or higher and: Eligible for transfer under Section 52.6: Must have current or prior service in a title designated as 52.6 within two salary grades\one M grade of this position. To determine if your title is designated as 52.6 go to the Department of Civil Service website http://www.cs.ny.gov/ and search for your title under GOT-IT.
For Non-Competitive Promotion:

If there are no more than three individuals interested from among the interested qualified applicants, it may be possible to make a permanent appointment via non-competitive promotion.

Additional Comments Must have a valid driver’s license or demonstrate the ability to meet the transportation needs of the position.
Travel may be required.
Overtime may be required.
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 or mail your resume to the above. Be sure to include #25-192578 on your resume or it may not be accepted.