Professional Engineer 1 (Environmental) - NY HELPS

NYS Department of Environmental Conservation

New York (NY)

Hybrid

USD 120,000 - 150,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Pension from NYS Employees’ Retirement

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Health care options

NYS Deferred Compensation plan

Job summary

The NYS Department of Environmental Conservation seeks a professional to review technical reports, attend public meetings, and perform field inspections and site visits.

The role involves coordinating reviews with other divisions and agencies, updating electronic databases, and developing written correspondence with the public and regulated community. It also includes supervising junior engineers, providing guidance, and participating in meetings and enforcement actions.

Job description

Duties Description

The incumbent will be responsible for reviewing technical reports, attending public meetings, and performing field inspections and site visits. More specific duties will include coordinating reviews and responses with other department divisions as well as local and state agencies; updating and maintaining electronic databases and files for all projects assigned; developing and executing written correspondence on paper and in electronic format with the public and regulated community; developing and maintaining close working relationship with other internal department staff, and local and state agencies; supervising junior engineers and other professional staff; providing guidance and training to staff; and attending and participating in technical and administrative meetings, training sessions and all phases of enforcement actions.

Duties Description

Minimum Qualifications

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 22 or higher and either: Eligible for transfer under Section 70.1: One year of permanent competitive service as a Plant Supt A, Professional Engineer 1 (Civil), Professional Engineer 1 (Civil/Construction), Professional Engineer 1 (Civil/Geotechnical), Professional Engineer 1 (Civil/Structural), Professional Engineer 1 (Civil/Transportation), Professional Engineer 1 (Electrical), Professional Engineer 1 (Fire Protection), Professional Engineer 1 (Industrial), Professional Engineer 1 (Mechanical), or Professional Engineer 1 (Mechanical/HVAC). Additional qualifications may be required. or Eligible for transfer under Section 70.4. To transfer under Section 70.4 or to apply under the 55 b/c program, candidates must meet the minimum qualifications below. Please note that if applying under the 55 b/c program, candidates must include with their resume or application, a copy of the letter from the Department of Civil Service which indicates their approval for the 55 b/c program. 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. Note: If there is a viable promotion list (three acceptors) for this position, candidates who qualify for transfer under Section 70.4 or are applying under the NY HELPS or 55 b/c programs cannot be considered. Minimum Qualifications (provided For Transfer Under Section 70.4 Or Applicants Seeking To Apply Under The NY HELPS Or 55 B/c Programs): A New York State Professional Engineer's license and current registration AND a qualifying bachelor's degree or higher as listed below; OR a New York State Professional Engineer's license and current registration AND one year of full-time qualifying engineering experience 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. Qualifying experience: One year of full-time experience in sanitary, public health or environmental engineering.

Additional Comments

The posted hiring rate includes the sum of the statutory hiring rate for PS&T Grade 24 ($95,406), an Increased Hiring Rate ($12,264), Geographic Pay Differential ($13,500), and Downstate Adjustment/Location Pay ($4,000). The posted job rate is the sum of the statutory job rate ($120,439), Geographic Pay Differential ($13,500) and the Downstate Adjustment/Location Pay ($4,000). Must have a valid driver’s license or demonstrate the ability to meet the transportation needs of the position. Travel may be required. Overtime may be required. Overnight travel may be required. Weekends and holidays 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: equity@dec.ny.gov. 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).