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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 Provisional

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 5%

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 8:30 AM

To 5 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

County Livingston

Street Address 6274 East Avon-Lima Road

City Avon

StateNY

Zip Code14414

Minimum Qualifications Minimum Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications For Provisional Appointment:
One year of permanent competitive or 55-b/55-c service as an Environmental Program Specialist 1*.
*Please be advised, an exam announcement for the Environmental Program Specialist 2 has been issued (Exam Number 31-161) and the written test is scheduled to be held on August 3, 2024. To be eligible for provisional appointment, in addition to meeting these minimum qualifications, you must also be registered for this exam.
Minimum Qualifications 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 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

Duties Description Duties Description:
1. Provide supervision of environmental monitor staff in the Region 8 Division of Materials Management. Oversee schedules of assigned staff to ensure proper coverage of high profile facilities. Act a liaison for the monitor program to the Regional Materials Management Supervisor and the staff managers/engineers for monitored facilities.
2. Routinely conduct compliance inspections for assigned Solid Waste Management Facilities, including landfills, to ensure compliance with Part 360/363 regulations and the permit. Monitor and perform inspections of construction and operations at assigned facilities. Document such on-site monitoring through the completion of inspection reports.
3. Inspect municipal and industrial waste streams at the assigned facilities to verify that accepted wastes are approved for disposal. Inspect industrial waste hauler permits for compliance with the Part 364 regulations.
4. Meet with facility managers or engineering consultants to discuss findings of inspections. Discuss inspection findings including recommendations for any corrective measures with Region 8 Materials Management Supervisor and staff assigned to the facilities as appropriate.
5. Investigate complaints relative to the assigned facilities.

Additional Comments Must have a valid driver’s license or demonstrate the ability to meet the transportation needs of the position.
Use of personal protection equipment, including a respirator, will be required.
Must be able to negotiate difficult terrain.
Must be able to work in remote areas.
Must be able to work in adverse weather conditions.
Travel 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.
Must be able to lift and move objects up to 50 pounds
Telecommuting may be available, will be discussed at interview.

Actual work schedule, duties and travel requirements may vary and will be discussed at the 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 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#24-160462 on your resume and in the subject line of your email or it may not be accepted.