Review Vacancy
AgencyEnvironmental Conservation, Department of
TitleEnvironmental Impact Examiner
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $118425 to $145039 Annually
Duties Description Environmental Impact Examiners are the Department’s Administrative Law Judges (ALJ’s).
Essential functions include:
Conduct administrative adjudicatory enforcement and permit hearings
Conduct legislative and other public comment hearings, mediations, and other forms of alternative dispute resolution
Conduct factual and legal review of permit applications and alleged violations of the environmental conservation law (ECL) and other laws administered by the department
Schedule and conduct pre-hearing conferences, develop factual records, examine witnesses, rule on all motions and evidence
Analyze and evaluate complex technical, scientific, and legal matters, prepare comprehensive hearing reports for the commissioner
Review and prepare draft decisions and orders for the commissioner
The ideal candidate will have:
Excellent legal research, analysis, and writing skill
Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
Prior experience as a judicial law clerk or litigator in federal or state courts
Minimum Qualifications Admission to the New York State Bar and five years of post-bar experience in administrative or environmental law.
This title is non-competitive. No examination is necessary. However, you must still meet the Minimum Qualifications of the position.
55-b/55-c Candidates must meet the minimum qualifications 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.
Travel may be required.
Overnight travel 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.
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.