Position Information

NY HELPNo

AgencyEnvironmental Conservation, Department of

TitleMineral Resources Specialist 3

Occupational CategoryI.T. Engineering, Sciences

Salary Grade24

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

Salary RangeFrom $88639 to $111897 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Contingent Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 15%

Schedule

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 8:30 AM

To 4:30 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

Location

County Cattaraugus

Street Address 182 E Union St., Suite 3

City Allegany

StateNY

Zip Code14706

Job Specifics

Minimum Qualifications For Permanent Appointment

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.

Duties Description The Mineral Resources Specialist 3 (MRS 3) is the first supervisory level and manages work related to oil, gas and other regulated wells in Region 9 and is critical to the many orphaned well plugging projects and methane reduction efforts New York is currently engaged in.

Duties may include:

•Perform complex mineral resources analyses/studies.
•Analyze proposed drilling and plugging plans for environmental suitability.
•Ensure correlative rights are protected before recommending the approval of proposed well locations.
•Prepare affidavits and present testimony as State's witness at public hearings and in court proceedings.
•Assist in public information/intergovernmental relations.
•Evaluate new or modified drilling and plugging techniques for technical and environmental acceptability.
•Manage/oversee specialized and complex mineral resources projects and investigations.
•Assist the Mineral Resources Specialist 4 in setting priorities and scheduling work, and act on their behalf during any absence; and supervise and train lower-level professional, technical, and other support staff.
•Supervise and evaluate the work of subordinate Mineral Resources Specialists and Mineral Resources Technicians including the preparation of work plans, training of staff, making work assignments, and designating regional work priorities.
•Provide technical services and advice within the division and department as well as to operators, municipalities, other agencies, and the public.
•Review permits for environmental suitability and compliance with ECL Article 23 and associated regulations. Signing permits in MRS4 absence.
•Respond to Emergency situations and be involved with emergency preparation, training, response as necessary, which may include weekends and after hours.
•Respond to general inquiries, complaints, and high-profile incidents in a timely manner.
•Perform field investigations and inspections on technically critical wells and wells in environmentally sensitive areas including wells over 6,000 feet deep and high-pressure wells.
•Perform administrative duties with respect to time and attendance, travel and budgeting, vehicle and equipment usage, performance evaluations, internal controls, and ensure program staff are in compliance with related Department and Program guidance and policies, including health and safety and mandatory trainings. Manage, maintain, and secure equipment and program files consistent with Department policies and guidance.

Additional Comments Must have a valid driver’s license or demonstrate the ability to meet the transportation needs of the position.
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 be able to lift and move objects up to 40 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.

DEC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

Contact Information

Name Amanda Le

Telephone 518-402-9273

Fax 518-402-9038

Email Address PostingResponses@dec.ny.gov

Address

Street 625 Broadway

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12233

 

Notes on ApplyingPlease email/mail your resume to the above. Be sure to include Vacancy #24-173640 on your letter/resume and also in the subject line of the email or it may not be accepted.