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Professional Geologist 1 - NY HELPS

NYS Department of Environmental Conservation
Stony Brook, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 3/31/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/29/2026
Description

Duties Description

Project manager position for various state-funded and privately funded remedial program sites. Duties include management and oversight of investigation and cleanup projects in the State’s Superfund, Brownfield and Environmental Restoration programs. Duties will involve interaction with remedial parties, property owners, the public and governmental agencies; oversight of remediation sites, remedial consultants, and contractors; review of site conditions and data to assess the nature and extent of site contamination, and evaluation of remedial alternatives and remedy selection; design and implementation of selected remedies and monitoring of remedy effectiveness. The project manager is expected to manage multiple projects, while prioritizing workload and addressing all site investigatory, remedial and administrative needs. Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required. The candidate will be expected to assist with the training of less experienced staff in technical matters and internal Division of Environmental Remediation protocols and procedures. Additional duties will be discussed during the interview.

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:

A New York State Professional Geologist's license and current registration and a bachelor' degree or higher in earth science, engineering geology, environmental geology, environmental geosciences, geochemistry, geological engineering, geology, geological science, geophysics, or hydrogeology.

Candidates May Also Be Eligible Via The Following

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 eligible to transfer via Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law.

To determine if your current Civil Service title is eligible for transfer to this title, visit the Career Mobility Office’s GOT-IT website: https://careermobilityoffice.cs.ny.gov/cmo/gotit/index.cfm.

Professional Geologist License from New York State

Additional Comments

  • The starting salary for this position is $ 104,798. This amount is comprised of the base salary of $ 91,298 with an additional geographic pay differential of $13,500 specific to this title and location.

The job rate for this position is $ 128,752. This amount is comprised of the base salary of $ 115,252 with an additional geographic pay differential of $13,500 specific to this title and location.

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 adverse weather conditions.

Travel may be required.

Overnight travel may be required.

Must successfully complete (or have completed) the 40-hour OSHA 1910.120 training course and all other required training.

Must complete an annual Health and Safety Program including medical monitoring, fit testing, and 40 (or 8) hour OSHA HAZWOPER certification.

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).

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