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Review Vacancy
Date Posted 09/26/24
Applications Due10/16/24
Vacancy ID168342
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NY HELPYes
AgencyEnvironmental Conservation, Department of
TitleEnvironmental Program Specialist 1/Trainee 1/2 - NY HELPS
Occupational CategoryI.T. Engineering, Sciences
Salary GradeNS
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $52198 to $82656 Annually
Employment Type Full-Time
Appointment Type Contingent Permanent
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 Albany
Street Address 625 Broadway
City Albany
StateNY
Zip Code12233
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.
TRAINEE 1: A bachelor's in accounting, agricultural engineering, agricultural science, agronomy, animal science, atmospheric science, aquatic science, bacteriology, biochemistry, bioengineering, biology, botany, business administration, chemical engineering, chemistry, civil engineering, civil engineering technology, climate change, coastal resources management, communications, computer engineering, computer science, construction engineering, conservation biology, cultural resources and historic preservation studies, data analysis, earth sciences, ecology, economics, ecosystem management, engineering technology, environmental biology, environmental education, environmental education and interpretation, environmental engineering, environmental health, environmental planning, environmental policy, environmental science, environmental studies, environmental toxicology, fisheries and wildlife sciences, forest engineering, forest resource management, forest science, forestry, genetics, geochemistry, geographic information systems, geography, geological engineering, geology, hydrology, industrial design, industrial engineering, landscape architecture, marine science, mathematics, manufacturing engineering technology, mechanical engineering technology, mechanical engineering, meteorology, microbiology, molecular biology, natural resources, natural resources conservation, natural resources management, natural resources planning, natural science, packaging science, physical science, physics, product design, public administration, public policy studies, sustainability, toxicology, urban forestry, urban planning, urban studies, water resource engineering, water resources management, wildlife management, wildlife science, or zoology.
TRAINEE 2: A bachelors as noted above and one year of professional qualifying experience.
EPS 1: A bachelor's as noted above and two years of qualifying experience.
Qualifying Experience: a position where you have responsibility for the following: development and implementation of program policies and procedures; preparing and interpreting rules and regulations; development, preparation, and management of procurement (solicitation) documents, contracts, and/or grants; providing non-engineering technical assistance and information to consultants, public officials, and facility managers; collecting data, reviewing alternatives, performing qualitative or quantitative policy analyses; writing technical or programmatic reports; developing, implementing, analyzing, and evaluating programs; developing and implementing expenditure plans, procuring external funding sources, collecting and forecasting the impact of funding and/or organizational change efforts; assisting with the development of environmental public information campaigns.
NOTE: a Juris Doctor, Master's, or higher degree in a related field can substitute for one year of professional experience.
Candidates may also be eligible via the following:
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 11 or higher and either: Eligible for transfer under Section 70.4: Must meet the open competitive minimum qualifications below;
Or
Eligible for transfer under Section 70.1: Permanent competitive service as an Environmental Program Specialist 1 (including trainees), Program Aide, Administrative Specialist 1, Biologist1(Aquatic), (Ecology), (Marine), (Wildlife), Public Participation Specialist 1, Environmental Analyst 1 and Trainee 1 &2, Environmental Engineering Technician 2 & 3, Fish and Wildlife Technician 3, Legal Assistant 2, Mineral Resources Technician2,Pesticide Control Specialist 1 & 2, Public Health Specialist 2 Environmental, Sanitary Construction Inspector 2, Senior Engineering Research Editor.
55b/c appointment: Must meet the minimum qualifications below. Please note that if applying under the 55b/c, candidates must include with their resume or application, a copy of the letter from Civil Service which indicates approval for the 55b/c program.
A bachelor's or higher degree in accounting, agricultural engineering, agricultural science, agronomy, animal science, atmospheric science, aquatic science, bacteriology, biochemistry, bioengineering, biology, botany, business administration, chemical engineering, chemistry, civil engineering, civil engineering technology, climate change, coastal resources management, communications, computer engineering, computer science, construction engineering, conservation biology, cultural resources and historic preservation studies, data analysis, earth sciences, ecology, economics, ecosystem management, engineering technology, environmental biology, environmental education, environmental education and interpretation, environmental engineering, environmental health, environmental planning, environmental policy, environmental science, environmental studies, environmental toxicology, fisheries and wildlife sciences, forest engineering, forest resource management, forest science, forestry, genetics, geochemistry, geographic information systems, geography, geological engineering, geology, hydrology, industrial design, industrial engineering, landscape architecture, marine science, mathematics, manufacturing engineering technology, mechanical engineering technology, mechanical engineering, meteorology, microbiology, molecular biology, natural resources, natural resources conservation, natural resources management, natural resources planning, natural science, packaging science, physical science, physics, product design, public administration, public policy studies, sustainability, toxicology, urban forestry, urban planning, urban studies, water resource engineering, water resources management, wildlife management, wildlife science, or zoology.
Duties Description The Department of Environmental Conservation's Office of Environmental Justice (OEJ) works to address environmental issues and concerns that affect primarily low income and minority communities through grant opportunities, enforcement of environmental laws and regulations, consultation, guidance, and enhance public participation.
OEJ is searching for an Environmental Program Specialist 1 who will work as a part of their dynamic grants team. The candidate will be responsible to work with stakeholders from inside and outside of DEC to ensure all grant contracts are processed and managed in an effective and compliant manner. The applicant also will perform a variety of additional tasks including carrying out of projects and serving as a vital member of OEJ's team, providing support across a broad range of policy, technical, and analytical tasks.
An Environmental Program Specialist 1 Trainee would, under supervision of the higher-level staff, receive on-the-job training while performing duties similar to those of the journey-level position.
Specific Duties
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
o Assist with OEJ grant development and implementation including: securing approvals;
o drafting requests for applications (RFA);
o grant application review;
o outreach and communication to potential applicants and awardees;
o creating award letters;
o contract development;
o managing portfolio of active contracts;
o auditing payment packages and entering payments;
* Assess the potential for environmental justice initiatives to be incorporated in programs and other opportunities;
* Foster communication and education between agencies, municipalities, and organizations;
* Develop and implement program policies and procedures;
* Prepare and interpret rules and regulations;
* Provide non-engineering technical assistance and information to consultants, public officials, and the public;
* Collect data, review alternatives, and perform qualitative or quantitative policy analyses;
* Write technical or programmatic reports;
* Develop, implement, analyze, and evaluate programs;
* Develop and implement expenditure plans, procure external funding sources, collect and forecast the impact of funding and/or organizational change efforts;
* Assist with the development of environmental public information campaigns including workshops, public meetings, and other outreach events;
* Conduct site visits that evaluate status and effectiveness of grant funding;
* Familiarity with creating and maintaining mapping and GIS projects for internet and internal use;
* Assist other staff on additional program areas as outlined by the director.
Preferred Qualifications:
* experience in grant administration/management, program and project budget development,
* familiarity with budget reconciliations, and should also be comfortable with managing internal and external stakeholder relationships.
* strong written and oral communication skills
* data management, analysis, and organization skills
Typical activities might include creating request for applications, sitting on review panels, researching and identifying new stakeholders, documentation of policies, procedures and systems, financial reporting of contracts and grant cycles, making recommendations to show grant funding impact and researching and disseminating information to underserved communities throughout the State.
Additional Comments Must have a valid driver's license or demonstrate the ability to meet the transportation needs of the position.
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.
DEC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Name Marline Agnew
Telephone 518-###-####
Fax 518-###-####
Email Address ...@dec.ny.gov
Address
Street 625 Broadway
Personnel, 10th Floor
City Albany
State NY
Zip Code 12233
Notes on ApplyingPlease email/mail your resume to the above address. If you are qualified based on your education, you must also include a copy of your college transcript. Be sure to include Vacancy#24-168342 on your resume and also in the subject line of the email or it may not be accepted