Professional Engineer 1 (Environmental) - NY HELPS

NY HELP Yes

Agency Environmental Conservation, Department of

Title Professional Engineer 1 (Environmental) - NY HELPS

Occupational Category I.T. Engineering, Sciences

Salary Grade 24

Bargaining Unit PS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)

Salary Range From $120194 to $132753 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 10%

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 8 AM

To 4 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

County Queens

Street Address 1 Hunters Point Plaza

City Long Island City

State NY

Zip Code 11101

Duties Description The Professional Engineer 1 in the Region 2 Air Program will be responsible for reviewing Air permit application for regulated facilities under the general guidance and the supervision of the Section Chief. Air permit applications, which include Title V, State Facility and Registrations, are reviewed for their completeness and accuracy. The review includes facility's compliance requirements to maintain air quality standards and determination of project's consistency with the Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act (CLCPA) initiatives. Staff is expected to prepare appropriate permits independently with minimal help of senior staff, use special database tools such as Air Facility System (AFS) to write permits with applicable federal and state requirements and for other related purposes. Staff is expected to communicate with Division of Environmental Permits, Central Office, and EPA staff on achieving a complete and accurate permit for a project. Staff is expected to attend meetings with the facilities to discuss the project and applicable requirements as needed.Staff is also expected to perform routine inspections at air pollution sources, complete inspection reports in AFS and implement appropriate follow-up actions. Staff will also review compliance reports, stack test protocols/reports and other reports submitted by facilities. Staff is expected to communicate with applicants/consultants on questions or comments on submitted protocols/reports and/or for compliance determination purposes. Staff is expected to participate in Technical Support Workgroup meetings when needed, attend training sessions to keep up to date with rules and regulations. Also, any special assignments by the Division must be carried out by the staff. Staff must have excellent communication and language skills to be able to clearly, concisely and coherently discuss and explain the program needs and requirements.

Minimum Qualifications Reassignment - Currently in the title and an employee of DECorReinstatement 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.orTransfer 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), or 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 (within one year of permanent appointment), 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).Travel may be required.Overnight travel may be required.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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Name Victoria Marcario

Telephone 518-402-9273

Fax 518-402-9038

Email Address [email protected]

Address

Street 625 Broadway

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12233

Notes on Applying Please email/mail your resume to the above. Be sure to include Vacancy #26-213341 on your resume and also in the subject line of your email or it may not be accepted. If you are qualified based on your education, you must also include a copy of your college transcript. An unofficial copy is acceptable.