Assistant Engineer (Environmental) / Engineer Trainee - NY HELPS (3 Positions)

NYS Department of Environmental Conservation; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 66,951 - 101,121; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday & Paid Time Off

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Pension from New York State Employees’ Retirement System

Affordable Health Care options

Family dental and vision benefits

Job summary

A New York state agency seeks a project manager to oversee state-funded and privately funded environmental remediation programs. The role involves managing multiple projects, ensuring compliance with state regulations, and interacting with various stakeholders. Candidates must possess a bachelor's degree in engineering and experience in environmental engineering or related fields. The position offers a competitive salary range and opportunities for advancement. Commitment to diversity and inclusion is emphasized in the hiring process.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in engineering or related fields.
• Experience in sanitary, public health, or environmental engineering.
• Knowledge of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) software.

Responsibilities

• Oversee state and privately funded remedial programs.
• Review site documentation and interact with stakeholders.
• Manage multiple projects and ensure compliance with regulations.

Skills

Project management

Geographic Information System (GIS)

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam passed

Job description

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NYS Department of Environmental Conservation Provided Pay Range

This range is provided by NYS Department of Environmental Conservation. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base Pay Range

$66,951.00/yr - $101,121.00/yr

Duties Description

The three positions are located in the Division of Environmental Remediation, Remedial Bureau A and Remedial Bureau B. The successful candidate will serve as a project manager overseeing state‑funded and privately funded remedial programs at a variety of sites across New York State. Duties include project management in various project phases including site investigation and remediation for projects in various programs such as the inactive hazardous waste disposal site program (State Superfund), the Brownfield Cleanup Program, Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) Corrective Action program, and the Manufactured Gas Plant program.

Duties will include reviewing site documentation, workplans, and reports to assess compliance with New York State policies and regulations; interaction with remedial parties, property owners and the public; interaction with governmental agencies and municipal leadership; oversight of remediation sites, remedial consultants and contractors; review of site conditions and data to assess the nature and extent of site contamination; evaluation of remedial alternatives and remedy selection; review of remedial designs and implementation of selected remedies; and monitoring of remedy effectiveness.

The project manager is expected to manage multiple projects, while prioritizing workload and addressing all site technical and administrative needs. Experience with Geographic Information System (GIS) – based software a plus. Travel to New York City and/or Long Island for field work and oversight will be required. Additional duties will be discussed during interviews.

Qualifications

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 (within one year of permanent appointment), 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.

Reassignment – Currently in the title and an employee of DEC

Reinstatement Eligible – Previously held the title on a permanent competitive basis.

Transfer Eligible – One year of permanent competitive service in a title designated as appropriate for transfer in accordance with Section 70.1 of Civil Service Law.

For eligibility under 70.4 transfer or 55b/c, employees 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.

Minimum Qualifications For Appointment To Engineer Trainee, NS

A bachelor's degree or higher in engineering or engineering technology as listed below; Qualifying degrees: Aeronautical Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering Technology, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Civil Engineering Technology, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Engineering Technology, Environmental Design Engineering, Environmental Resources Engineering, Environmental Systems Engineering, Forest Engineering, Geological Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Materials Science and Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Metallurgical and Materials Engineering, Paper Engineering, Petroleum Engineering, Plastics Engineering, Sanitary Engineering, Soil and Water Resources Engineering, Water Resources Engineering, or Engineering Science with a recognized concentration in any of the above listed engineering degrees.

OR proof of passing the NCEES Fundamentals of Engineering Examination (FE) AND one year of full‑time engineering experience as listed below. Qualifying experience: One year of full‑time experience in sanitary, public health or environmental engineering.

NOTE: Individuals appointed as an Engineer Trainee are required to complete a minimum of one year of successful performance as an Engineer Trainee and pass the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam. If you obtain your FE by the end of the first year, you will be advanced to the appropriate appoint‑level‑changed (PR‑50) Grade 20 Assistant Engineer title. If you do not obtain your FE by the end of the second year of the traineeship, you will be terminated from your position.

Minimum Qualifications For Appointment To Assistant Engineer (Environmental), SG‑20

Proof of passing the National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES) Fundamentals of Engineering Examination (FE) AND a bachelor's degree or higher as listed below; Qualifying degrees: (same list as above).

OR Proof Of Passing The National Council Of Examiners For Engineering And Surveying (NCEES) Fundamentals Of Engineering Examination (FE) AND One Year Of Full‑time Qualifying Engineering Experience As Listed Below. Qualifying experience: One year of full‑time experience in sanitary, public health or environmental engineering.

Additional Comments

• If appointment is at the Assistant Engineer, SG‑20 level, the starting salary for this position is $81,193. This amount is comprised of the base salary of $74,193 with an additional geographic pay differential of $7,000 specific to this title and location.
• The job rate for this position is $101,121. This amount is comprised of the base salary of $94,121 with an additional geographic pay differential of $7,000 specific to this title and location.
• Please note, this is not extended to any trainee titles. If appointed at trainee level, you will receive the differential upon advancement to grade 20.
• Actual work schedule, duties and travel requirements may vary and will be discussed at the interview.
• 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 adverse weather conditions.
• Travel may be required.
• Overtime may be required.
• Overnight 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.

Benefits

• 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).