NY HELPYes

AgencyEnvironmental Conservation, Department of

TitleForestry Technician 2 (2 Positions) - NY HELPS

Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers

Salary Grade13

Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)

Salary RangeFrom $53413 to $65061 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Provisional

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 5%

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 40

Workday

From 8 AM

To 4:30 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

County Saratoga

Street Address Saratoga Tree Nursery

City Saratoga Springs

StateNY

Zip Code12866

Duties Description The Forestry Technician 2 serves as the primary field position for the Colonel William F. Fox Memorial Saratoga Tree Nursery, carrying out a variety of essential duties to produce, maintain and distribute millions of tree and shrub seedlings annually. The Forestry Technician 2 works under the direction of a Forestry Technician 3 or a Forester 1.

Duties will include:

• Operation of various medium to heavy-duty sized equipment, including trucks, farm tractors, front end loaders and forklifts.

• Application of pesticides, chemical fertilizers and soil amendments as part of an Integrated Pest Management program to maintain and improve seedling health and soil quality.

• Assistance in the harvesting, grading and shipping of tree and shrub seedlings in support of the Nursery’s annual Tree and Shrub sale and School Seedling Program.
• Participation in public outreach at fairs, conservation field days and various other educational events to promote the critical importance of tree and shrub planting in New York State.

• Perform required tasks to maintain and establish seed orchards and seed production areas, involving the use of chainsaws, pole saws, forestry mowers and various other tools and equipment.

• Collection, processing and storage of seeds and fruit for current and future propagation of conifer, hardwood and shrub seedlings in support of New York’s ambitious seedling production goals.

• Supervision and training of Forestry Technician 1’s, laborers and seasonal Nursery employees.

• Operation of a Geographic Information System (GIS).

• Operation and light maintenance of an extensive irrigation system in forest nursery production beds.

• Assist and oversee seedling inventory activities, and prepare reports documenting current quantities, general quality and location of seedling growing stock in nursery production beds.

Minimum Qualifications 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 may be 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, 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 with 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.


Minimum qualifications for non-competitive appointment, provisional appointment, or 55 b/c appointment- An associate’s or higher-level degree in forestry, forest biology, forest resource management, or forest technology, AND one year of diversified, technical forestry experience in two or more of the following areas: forest health, forest inventory, forest management, or timber sale marking including administration.
or

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 or higher and either:
Eligible for transfer under Section 70.4: Must meet the minimum qualifications above;
or

55-b/55-c Candidates - Must meet the minimum qualifications above and include with their resume or application, a copy of the letter from Civil Service which indicates approval for the 55-b/55-c program.

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.
Overtime may be required.
Overnight travel may be required.
Weekends and holidays may be required.
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.

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.

Please be advised, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation does not use E-Verify, and we are unable to provide sponsorship for employment visa statuses (i.e. H-1B, Self-Sponsorship, STEM OPT).

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

Name Heath Boomhower

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 #25-203683 on your resume and also in the subject line of your email or it may not be accepted. You must submit a copy of your college transcript of qualifying courses with your resume. An unofficial copy is acceptable.