Review Vacancy
Date Posted: 01/14/25
Applications Due: 01/29/25
Vacancy ID: 178219
Position Information
NY HELPNo
AgencyEnvironmental Conservation, Department of
TitleConservation Operations Supervisor 3 - NY HELPS
Occupational CategoryAdministrative or General Management
Salary Grade21
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $75850 to $96173 Annually
Employment Type Full-Time
Appointment Type Contingent Permanent
Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class
Travel Percentage 5%
Schedule
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
Location
County Hamilton
Street Address Indian Lake Maintenace Center
City Indian Lake
StateNY
Zip Code12842
Job Specifics
Duties Description - Provide supervisory and administrative leadership for staff and facilities. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, budgeting, managing allocations, operating, maintaining and rehabilitating numerous campgrounds, maintenance centers, historic areas, roads, dams, flood control structures, boat launches, fishing access sites, trailhead parking lots and other infrastructure in Region 5 as assigned.
- Directly and indirectly supervise assigned staff. Ensure staff receive annual trainings as required and adhere to all DEC policies and procedures.
- Prepare annual spending plans and ensure operational needs are met while expenditures do not exceed allocations. Manage and be accountable for $1.5 million in allocations and revenue in accordance with state policies and procedures.
- Manage fleet operations including vehicle assignments, repair and scheduled maintenance ensuring to stay within allocations and in compliance with federal and state laws as well as department policies and procedures.
- Ensure compliance with federal and state laws, regulations, codes, policies and procedures and provide a safe and healthy environment for employees and the public. Noncompliance issues are abated in a timely manner.
- Effectively communicate verbally and in writing with staff, program managers, and other COS 3s to improve public safety, efficiency, productivity and regional facilities.
- Assist with special initiatives including, but not limited to, accessibility, sustainability, and other DEC priorities.
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:
Promotional:
You must be a qualified employee of the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation and have had one year of permanent competitive, non-competitive, or 55-b/55-c service as follows: Conservation Operations Supervisor 2, Assistant Superintendent of Construction, Assistant Engineer (Civil), or Senior Superintendent of Construction.
OR
Open Competitive: Either 1. four years of experience in building maintenance, mechanical maintenance, or construction; two years of which must have been in budgeting, supervising, planning, assigning work, evaluating employees, and contract preparation and oversight;
Or
2. three years of experience in building maintenance, mechanical maintenance, or construction; two years of which must have been in budgeting, supervising, planning, assigning work, evaluating employees, and contract preparation and oversight, AND an associate's or higher level degree in civil engineering technology, construction technology, construction engineering technology, electrical technology, electrical engineering technology, engineering technology, industrial technology, industrial engineering technology, mechanical engineering technology, or mechanical technology.
Individuals 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 19 or higher and eligible for transfer under Civil Service Law.
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 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.
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 Heath Boomhower
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 #25-178219 on your resume and also in the subject line of your email or it may not be accepted.
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