Review Vacancy
TitlePublic Health Specialist 1 (Environment)/Trainee - 04134, 04135
Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $49363 to $82656 Annually
Street Address Division of Environmental Health Assessment/ Bureau of Toxic Substance Assessment
Empire State Plaza- Corning Tower
Minimum Qualifications A qualifying bachelor's or higher degree*; OR a bachelor's degree or higher degree supplemented by 30 qualifying* semester credit hours.
Candidates with advanced degrees and/or those with professional experience assessing the impact of toxic substances on public health may be appointed at a higher level at agency discretion. *Please refer to the below link for qualifying degrees, semester credit hours, and experience:
https://www.cs.ny.gov/pco/pco-title-details/title-info.cfm?jobcode=4414110&type=Select
Reassignment Candidates: Current New York State Department of Health employee with permanent or contingent-permanent service as a Public Health Specialist 1 (Environment) or Trainee.
A physical/medical examination through the Department of Civil Service's Employee Health Service (EHS) is also required for appointment to this title. Details will be discussed at time of offer.
Preferred Qualifications: The preferred candidate will have a working knowledge of database management tools such as Microsoft Excel, SAS, and/or SQL. Excellent written and verbal communication skills are strongly preferred, including the ability to communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders such as engineers, scientists, school personnel, local health department officials, and members of the public. The preferred candidate will have the ability to effectively manage multiple projects and programmatic tasks in a fast- paced environment and the ability to work independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
Duties Description The Public Health Specialist (PHS) 1 (Environmental) will work for the Division of Environmental Health Assessment (DEHA)/ Bureau of Toxic Substance Assessment (BTSA). Recent legislation has enhanced the requirements that schools in New York State must meet for testing their water for lead. The incumbent will be critical in assisting schools across the state with the implementation of these requirements. ThePHS1 (Environmental) will join a well-functioning team and will be responsible for answering questions related to the legislation, tracking data, and providing training to schools across the State. The incumbent will also work on other as-needed assignments on a routine basis.
Additional Comments Two full-time competitive or non-competitive opportunities are available via eligible list or the NY HELPS program, depending on candidate list standing.
This position is part of the NYS HELPS program. No examination is required.
This position may require travel throughout New York State including overnights to areas not served by public transportation.
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 NYS Department of Health is committed to making New York a safer, healthier, and more equitable place to live. Understanding health equity, social determinants of health and health disparities is critical to accomplish our goal of eliminating health disparities. For more information on the NYS Department of Health’s Mission, Vision, Values and Strategic Plan, please visit: https://health.ny.gov/commissioner/index.htm
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Name Human Resource Management Group
Email Address resume@health.ny.gov
Address
Street Corning Tower, Empire State Plaza, Room 2217
Notes on ApplyingPlease submit your resume and cover letter as one (1) document, preferably in PDF format, by email to resume@health.ny.gov, with Reference MRF/PHS1 ENV/4134,4135 included in the subject line or by mail to Human Resources Management Group, MRF/PHS1 ENV/4134,413, Rm 2217, Corning Tower Building, Empire State Plaza, Albany, NY 12237-0012, or by fax to (518) 473-3395. Failure to include the required information may result in your resume not being considered for this position.