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Conservation Operations Supervisor 1 - NY HELPS

NYS Department of Environmental Conservation
Edwards, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 8/2/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/2/2026
Description

Duties Description

This position is a working supervisor of a work crew and handles the paperwork associated with daily functions. Will need to schedule daily work for a crew and support maintenance activities for regional program's needs. Will need to keep track of progress and prepare written reports and enforce time and attendance rules for the employees that are supervised. Will review and submit equipment reports for vehicles utilized by their work crew, schedule vehicles, and equipment service and repair as required. Will be required to haul various materials with a dump truck and haul equipment with a truck and trailer.

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.

To be eligible for appointment under NY HELPS, candidates must meet the minimum qualifications below:

Promotional: You must be a qualified employee of the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation and have had 12 months of permanent competitive, non-competitive, or 55-b/55-c service as a Construction Equipment Operator, General Mechanic, Trades Generalist, Labor Supervisor, Facility Operations Assistant 2, Maintenance Assistant, Maintenance Assistant Mechanic, Service & Repair Assistant (Motor Equipment), or Maintenance Assistant Parks.

OR

Open Competitive: Three years of experience in general construction or maintenance.

Candidates May Also Be Eligible Via The Following

Reassignment - Currently in title and an employee of DEC.

or

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

or

55-b/55-c Appointment: Candidates must meet the open competitive minimum qualifications above and include with their resume or application, copy of the letter from Civil Service which indicates approval for the 55-b/55-c program.

Note: If there is a viable promotion examination eligible list (three acceptors) for this position, candidates who qualify under NY HELPS or 55-b/55-c cannot be considered.

Must have a Class B CDL or obtain one within 12 months of appointment.

Additional Comments

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 remote areas.

Must be able to work in adverse weather conditions.

Travel may be required.

Overtime may be required.

Overnight travel may be required.

Weekends and holidays may be required.

Must be available for emergency response.

Must be available to respond to after-hours emergencies.

Must obtain a Class B CDL within 12 months of appointment with appropriate endorsements and no air brake restriction.

Will be subject to the Federal Omnibus Transportation Employee Testing Act (OTETA) of 1991, which requires employee testing for drug and alcohol abuse.

Must be able to lift and move objects up to 80 pounds.

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.

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).

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