Environmental Engineering Technician 2 - NY HELPS

Description

Duties Description

• Provide administrative support to the Mined Land Reclamation Specialists for permit applications and other program directives;
• Entry of new applications and jurisdictional inquiries into the associated tracking systems and distribution to assigned staff;
• Provide information and assistance to the public by responding to phone inquiries, individuals who come to the office, and general written inquiries;
• Screen assigned applications to determine state-regulated resources or activities utilizing Geographic Information System software and data;
• Review applications in consultation with technical staff and provide recommendations on issuance to Permit Administrators.
• Perform detailed site inspections, as needed, to assist Mined Land Reclamation Specialists. Inspections would require the Environmental Engineering Technician 2 to evaluate existing conditions and compliance with the Mined Land Reclamation Law, regulations, approved plans, and permit conditions;
• Issue inspection letters and Notices of Violation under the direction of the Mined Land Reclamation Specialist II;
• Assess reclamation work;
• Investigate complaints;
• Calculate financial security.
  
  

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.

Qualifications For NY HELPS

Five years of experience in engineering or engineering technician work in aeronautical, chemical, civil, electrical, environmental, mechanical, or sanitary engineering technology; environmental technology; geology or geology technology; or as a surveyor or a drafter;

OR

graduation from high school and two years of qualifying experience;

OR graduation from a high school technical program in aeronautics, architectural drafting, chemistry, electricity, electronics, mechanical design and construction, technical structural drafting and design, technical instrumentation and control systems, or computer circuitry; and one year of qualifying experience;

OR

36 college semester credit hours in any combination of the following: engineering, geology, environmental science, natural or physical science, drafting, mathematics, or surveying.

Qualifications For Provisional Appointment

Candidates may also be eligible via the following:

Promotion

One year of permanent competitive or 55 b/c service as an Environmental Engineering Technician 1.

Reassignment - Currently in the title and an employee of DEC.

Reinstatement Eligible - Previously held the title or a title approved for transfer as noted below on a permanent competitive basis.

Transfer Eligible - One year of permanent competitive service in a title that has been approved for transfer in accordance with Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law. A comprehensive list of titles approved for transfer is available on the Department of Civil Service’s GOT-IT webpage (https://careermobilityoffice.cs.ny.gov/cmo/gotit/).

55-b/55-c Appointment – Must meet minimum qualifications listed above. Please note that if applying under the 55-b/55-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/55-c program.

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.

Must be able to lift and move objects up to 25 pounds.

Telecommuting may be available, 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.

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).