Position Information

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AgencyEnvironmental Conservation, Department of

TitleProgram Aide

Occupational CategoryClerical, Secretarial, Office Aide

Salary Grade13

Bargaining UnitASU - Administrative Services Unit (CSEA)

Salary RangeFrom $51857 to $63169 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 1%

Schedule

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 8:30 AM

To 5 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

Location

County Cattaraugus

Street Address 182 E. Union, Suite 3

City Allegany

StateNY

Zip Code14706

Job Specifics

Duties Description 1. Assist in the processing and issuance of Mining Permit renewals, transfers, and non-substantive modifications. This will involve logging in and review of application materials, preparing relevant correspondence relating to permit processing, calculate MLR financial security requirements, data base input and tracking, and permit preparation for issuance.

2. Receive, open, log-in, review and distribute all incoming permit application materials and correspondence, and prepare outgoing correspondence and scanning documents as requested by staff. Program files are to be established and maintained, with timely filing performed as necessary.

3. Provide administrative and technical support for the Mined Land Reclamation Program (MLR) and Division of Environmental Permits (DEP) Region 9 Allegany Sub-office. Perform tasks supporting technical positions within the respective programs, including, but not limited to, implementing the regional MLR Permit Renewal Process; maintain and update applicable databases; create and maintain tracking spreadsheets for applications, staff assignments and enforcement mechanisms; monitor and evaluate data; collect and analyze information; draw conclusions from information/data; prepare letters and reports; assist in the review and evaluation of renewals and minor permit modifications; and receipt applicable application fees. Respond to program inquiries, interact with other divisions within the Department, the public, and applicants.

4. Develop and maintain a spreadsheet for fiscal allocations for MLR. Additional tasks would include coordinate ordering and purchase of supplies/equipment for MLR with Regional Administrative staff as directed by MLR Supervisor. Conduct an inventory and maintain inventory documentation.

5. Coordinate all MLR and DEP (Allegany office only) FOIL requests. Receive requests (telephone, fax, letters, visitors and/or scheduled appointments for the review of files). Gather files/specific information from files that are responsive to request as directed by program staff so that staff can make a determination on releasability of information.

Minimum Qualifications 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 11 or higher and:

Transfer eligible under Section 70.1 - permanent competitive service as an Accountant Aide, Accountant Aide Trainee 2, Business Document Specialist 2, Stores & Mail Operations Supervisor, Principal Mail and Supply Clerk, Principal Offset Print Machine Operator, Principal Stores Clerk, Program Aide, Administrative Assistant 1.

Additional titles SG 11 or higher which qualify can be found on the Department of Civil Service website, search "GOT-IT".

Additional Comments Must have a valid driver’s license or demonstrate the ability to meet the transportation needs of the position.
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.

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

Personnel, 10th Floor

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12233

 

Notes on ApplyingPlease email/mail your resume to the above. Be sure to include Vacancy #25-178117 (Repost of 24-161174) your resume or it may not be accepted.