Environmental Analyst 1 / Trainee 1 / 2 - NY HELPS

NYS Department of Environmental Conservation; Stony Brook (NY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension (NYS)

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Holiday & Paid Time Off

Health benefits

Retirement benefits

Job summary

NYS Department of Environmental Conservation seeks a role performing duties under supervision to evaluate environmental regulations and process permit applications. Responsibilities include consultation on environmental laws, conducting reviews, and environmental impact assessments while assisting the public with permits and using maps and software to track reviews.

The incumbent will also write permit-related documents, arrange meetings, and conduct field inspections across diverse terrains.

Qualifications

• This title is part of NY HELPS program.
• Non-competitive appointment possible during NY HELPS.
• Future conversion to competitive status may occur.
• Must have valid driver’s license and travel may be required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate environmental regulations and process permit applications.
• Provide consultation on environmental laws and permit jurisdictions.
• Assist with interdisciplinary regulatory reviews and environmental impact assessments.
• Assist the public with the permit process in person, email, and phone.
• Use detailed maps and computer programs to manage reviews and scheduling.
• Prepare letters and permit documents, arrange meetings, and conduct field inspections.

Skills

Policy development

Procurement management

Regulatory interpretation

Public information campaigns

Job description

Duties Description

Working under the supervision of an Environmental Analyst 2, the incumbent will be responsible for evaluating environmental regulations and processing permit applications. More specific duties will include providing consultation on environmental laws, regulations and permit jurisdictions; assisting in conducting interdisciplinary regulatory reviews; conducting environmental impact assessments of proposed actions; assisting the public with the permit process in person, via email, and over the telephone; using a variety of detailed maps to assess projects; utilizing computer programs to manage, track and schedule project review activities; writing letters and other permit related documents; arranging and conducting meetings with DEC staff and the public; and conducting field inspections of project sites including rough terrain in woodland and marsh locations.

Description

Working under the supervision of an Environmental Analyst 2, the incumbent will be responsible for evaluating environmental regulations and processing permit applications. More specific duties will include providing consultation on environmental laws, regulations and permit jurisdictions; assisting in conducting interdisciplinary regulatory reviews; conducting environmental impact assessments of proposed actions; assisting the public with the permit process in person, via email, and over the telephone; using a variety of detailed maps to assess projects; utilizing computer programs to manage, track and schedule project review activities; writing letters and other permit related documents; arranging and conducting meetings with DEC staff and the public; and conducting field inspections of project sites including rough terrain in woodland and marsh locations.

Essential Functions

Must have a valid driver’s license. Will be required to operate a motor vehicle to access project sites.

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, 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

Four years or experience in 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, 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 or organizational change efforts; assisting with the development of environmental public information campaigns.

An associate degree may substitute for two years of experience; a bachelor’s degree may substitute for four years of experience; a master’s degree may substitute for five years of experience; and a doctorate may substitute for six years of experience.

Trainee 2

Five years or experience in 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, 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 or organizational change efforts; assisting with the development of environmental public information campaigns.

An associate degree may substitute for two years of experience; a bachelor’s degree may substitute for four years of experience; a master’s degree may substitute for five years of experience; and a doctorate may substitute for six years of experience.

Eps 1

Six years or experience in 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, 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 or organizational change efforts; assisting with the development of environmental public information campaigns.

An associate degree may substitute for two years of experience; a bachelor’s degree may substitute for four years of experience; a master’s degree may substitute for five years of experience; and a doctorate may substitute for six years of 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.

55 b/c appointment: Must meet the minimum qualifications above. Please note that if qualifying under the 55 b/c program, candidates must include with their resume or application a copy of the letter from Civil Service which indicates approval for the 55 b/c program.

Additional Comments

Transportation needs of this position require use of a state vehicle and adhering to the Department’s Vehicle Policy. You must have and maintain a valid driver’s license for this position.

Must be able to negotiate difficult terrain.

Travel may be required.

Overnight travel may be required.

Telecommuting may be available up to 50% of work schedule, 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.

If you are a person with a disability and wish to request that a reasonable accommodation be provided for you to participate in a job interview, please email: [e-mail].

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).