Review Vacancy
AgencyEnvironmental Conservation, Department of
TitleEnvironmental Program Specialist 1 including Trainee 1 and 2
Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $46529 to $77912 Annually
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 either:
Eligible for transfer under Section 70.4: Must meet the open competitive minimum qualifications below;
or
Eligible for transfer under Section 70.1: Permanent competitive service as an Environmental Program Specialist 1 (including trainees), Program Aide, Administrative Specialist 1, Biologist 1 (Aquatic), (Ecology), (Marine), (Wildlife), Public Participation Specialist 1, Environmental Analyst 1 and Trainee 1 & 2, Environmental Engineering Technician 2 & 3, Fish and Wildlife Technician 3, Legal Assistant 2, Mineral Resources Technician 2, Pesticide Control Specialist 1 & 2, Public Health Specialist 2 Environmental, Sanitary Construction Inspector 2, Senior Engineering Research Editor.
55-b/55-c Candidates must meet the open competitive minimum qualifications below and include with their resume or application, a copy of the letter from Civil Service which indicates approval for the 55-b/55-c program.
Open competitive minimum qualifications (provided for 55b/c candidates and 70.4 transfer eligible): A bachelor's or higher degree in agricultural engineering, agronomy, animal science, atmospheric science, bacteriology, biochemistry, biology, botany, business administration, chemical engineering, chemistry, civil engineering, civil engineering technology, climate change, coastal resources management, communications, cultural resources and historic preservation studies, ecology, economics, ecosystem management, engineering technology, environmental biology, environmental engineering, environmental health, environmental planning, environmental policy, environmental science, environmental studies, environmental toxicology, forest science, forestry, genetics, geochemistry, geographic information systems, geography, geological engineering, geology, hydrology, landscape architecture, marine science, meteorology, microbiology, molecular biology, natural resources, natural resources conservation, natural resources management, natural resources planning, natural science, physical science, physics, public administration, public policy studies, sustainability, urban forestry, urban planning, urban studies, wildlife management, or zoology.
Duties Description This position will be supervised by the division director and/or assistant division director of the Division of Forest Protection and provide support to the Forest Ranger Command Staff. Duties includes, but are not limited to:
1. Coordinate the request and implementation of the budget for the Division of Forest Protection, in consultation with Division Direction.
2. Communicate fiscal needs between Forest Protection regions, the Division Director and as needed the Division of Management & Budget
3. Coordinate, oversee and implement (as necessary) all purchasing/procurement needs within prescribed timeframes
4. Preparation of any supporting documentation and ensuring approvals are in place for the entire procurement process
5. Work with vendors as appropriate to mitigate any delays
6. Ability to run reports and to brief Division Direction and/or to work with Management & Budget staff concerning financial issues of the Division
7. Supervise the Program Aide assigned to assist the DFP EPS fiscal manager
The tasks performed in this position require current computer skills (e.g. knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel) and excellent interpersonal, organizational and communication skills.
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.
Must undergo a background investigation prior to appointment. Candidate will be responsible for fingerprint processing fees.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.