Professional Engineer 1 (Environmental) - NY HELPS

NYS Department of Environmental Conservation; Stony Brook (NY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 133,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday & Paid Time Off

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Pension from New York State Employees’

Shift & Geographic pay differentials

Affordable Health Care options

Family dental and vision benefits atno

NYS Deferred Compensation plan

Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College

Job summary

The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, Division of Air Resources, seeks a supervisor to oversee engineers and specialists, assign Title V and Air State Facility permits, and guide staff to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities include regulatory oversight of facilities emitting pollutants, site inspections, permit writing, document reviews, and staff performance management; telecommuting may be available up to 50% of the work schedule.

Qualifications

• New York State Professional Engineer (PE) license and current registration.
• Bachelor's degree in an engineering field as listed in the qualifications.
• One year of full-time qualifying engineering experience.

Responsibilities

• Supervise day to day activities of Assistant Engineers and Environmental Program Specialists; provide clear direction on priorities.
• Assign Title V and Air State Facility permit applications and other projects; oversee review and processing; track progress to meet deadlines.
• Provide regulatory oversight for facilities that emit regulated pollutants; includes site inspections, permit writing, and complaint responses.
• Perform administrative duties and ensure compliance with department guidance and safety policies.

Skills

Staff supervision

Regulatory oversight

Project assignment

Job description

Duties Description

This position is with the Division of Air Resources.

• Supervise day to day activities of Assistant Engineers and Environmental Program Specialists. Provide clear direction to staff regarding assigned responsibilities and priorities.
• Assign Title V and Air State Facility permit applications and other projects to staff, oversee the review and processing of the applications, and track progress to ensure timely completion with applicable deadlines.
• Provide regulatory oversight for facilities that emit regulated pollutants. This involves site inspections, document reviews, permit writing and complaint responses.
• Perform administrative duties regarding time and attendance, travel, equipment usage, and performance evaluations; and ensure compliance with related Department and Program guidance and policies, including health & safety.

Duties Description

This position is with the Division of Air Resources.

• Supervise day to day activities of Assistant Engineers and Environmental Program Specialists. Provide clear direction to staff regarding assigned responsibilities and priorities.
• Assign Title V and Air State Facility permit applications and other projects to staff, oversee the review and processing of the applications, and track progress to ensure timely completion with applicable deadlines.
• Provide regulatory oversight for facilities that emit regulated pollutants. This involves site inspections, document reviews, permit writing and complaint responses.
• Perform administrative duties regarding time and attendance, travel, equipment usage, and performance evaluations; and ensure compliance with related Department and Program guidance and policies, including health & safety.

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), 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 ($91,298), an Increased Hiring Rate ($11,396), Geographic Pay Differential ($13,500), and Downstate Adjustment/Location Pay ($4000).

The posted job rate is the sum of the statutory job rate ($115,252), 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.

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.

Use of personal protection equipment, including a respirator, will be required.

Travel may be required.

Overtime 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).