Review Vacancy
Date Posted: 01/24/25
Applications Due: 02/12/25
Vacancy ID: 179103
Position Information
NY HELPNo
AgencyEnvironmental Conservation, Department of
TitleProfessional Engineer 2 (Environmental)
Occupational CategoryI.T. Engineering, Sciences
Salary Grade27
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $110784 to $134830 Annually
Employment Type Full-Time
Appointment Type Permanent
Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class
Travel Percentage 5%
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 Onondaga
Street Address 5786 Widewaters Parkway
City Syracuse
StateNY
Zip Code13214
Job Specifics
Duties Description The Professional Engineer 2 (Environmental), Item 40905 located in Region 7 – Syracuse, in the Air Division, Special Projects oversight section, will be responsible for the following:
1. Providing policy oversight, management and leadership to Region 7 Division of Air with regards to the Chip Manufacturing industry and it’s support industries, including the development and support of work plans and budgets, and appropriate priority setting.
2. Providing direct supervision of DAR Special Projects Section Supervisors and indirect supervision of their staff. Assist with personnel matters such as hiring, promoting and/or disciplinary process. Ensure program deliverables are met for the Special Projects Section, in coordination with the Regional Air Engineer for regional responsibilities overall.
3. Serving as principal Air Permitting Technical advisor between the Regional Director and Assistant Regional Director, Regional Engineer, Indian Nation Affairs, Division Management, Executive staff, and program managers from Office of General Counsel, Permits, Natural Resources, and Operations, representatives of federal, state and local agencies and the public where appropriate.
4. Participating in, managing and supervising special projects as directed by the Regional Director.
5. Communicating in a positive and efficient manner with internal and external constituents including media, local, state and federal elected officials, municipalities, businesses, professional groups, Indian Nations, and environmental and community groups. This may require working evenings and weekends.
6. Advising the Regional Director, Assistant Regional Director and Administrative and Executive staff of sensitive issues, and identifying and resolving issues effectively.
7. The position will require working as a team with the other PE2s in the region, other regions and Central office staff, to ensure any high demand projects are completed. This may include coordinating across the state to ensure uniform permitting requirements and regulatory applicability for the Chip manufacturing industry, it’s support facilities and any other special projects.
8. Provide policy and regulatory framework review as it applies to the Special Projects industry to ensure proper regulatory control as the industry changes.
Minimum Qualifications Reassignment - Currently in the title and an employee of DEC
or
Reinstatement Eligible - Previously held the title on a permanent competitive basis.
Transfer Eligible – one year of permanent competitive service in a title designated as appropriate for transfer in accordance with Section 70.1 of Civil Service Law: Professional Engineer 2 Civil, Professional Engineer 2 Electrical
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.
Overtime may be required.
Overnight travel may be required.
Weekends and holidays may be required.
Telecommuting may be available, will be discussed at interview.
*The starting salary for this position is 110,784. This amount is comprised of the base salary of 103,784 with an additional geographic pay differential of $7,000, specific to this title and location.
The job rate for this position is 134,830. This amount is comprised of the base salary of 127,830 with an additional geographic pay differential of $7,000, specific to this title and location.
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 Victoria Marcario
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# 25-179103 on your resume and also in the subject line of your email or it may not be accepted.
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