Professional Engineer 1 (Environmental) - NY HELPS

Environmental Conservation, Department of; Town of Broome (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Environmental Conservation, Department of in Kirkwood, NY is seeking a Professional Engineer 1 (Environmental) to oversee regional water programs and support flood resiliency initiatives. The role involves inspections, permit reviews, emergency response, and technical assistance to municipalities, consultants, and the public.

Qualified candidates hold a NY P.E. license, a related engineering degree (or equivalent experience), and a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• Must hold New York State Professional Engineer license and current registration.
• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental, or related engineering, or equivalent experience.
• Valid driver's license and ability to meet transportation needs including state vehicles.
• Ability to conduct inspections in remote areas and adverse weather; available for emergencies after-hours and weekends.
• Strong verbal and written communication; MS Office and GIS experience favored.

Responsibilities

• Administer regional water programs including SPDES wastewater, stormwater permits, flood control, dam safety, coastal erosion, and flood resiliency.
• Conduct inspections and review permit applications to ensure compliance and safety.
• Respond to emergencies and provide technical support to municipalities, consultants, and the public on water quality and flood management.

Skills

Communication skills

Emergency response readiness

Driver's license

Ability to work in remote areas

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental, or related engineering

One year of qualifying engineering experience (sanitary/public health/environmental)

Tools

Microsoft Office

GIS

Job description

The Professional Engineer 1 (Environmental) serves as a Regional Division of Water position in the Department of Environmental Conservation, Region 7 office in Kirkwood, NY. The role focuses on administering regional water programs including SPDES wastewater, stormwater permits, flood control, dam safety, coastal erosion, and flood resiliency. The position involves conducting inspections, reviewing permit applications, responding to emergencies, and providing technical support to municipalities, consultants, and the public on water quality and flood management issues.

Key qualifications:

• New York State Professional Engineer's license and current registration
• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental, or related engineering discipline OR one year of full-time qualifying engineering experience in sanitary, public health, or environmental engineering
• Valid driver's license and ability to meet transportation needs including use of state vehicles
• Ability to conduct inspections in remote areas and adverse weather conditions; available for emergency response including after-hours and weekends
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; proficiency with Microsoft Office and GIS experience favorable