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
Appointment Type Contingent Permanent
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.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communications
• Strong familiarity with program languages (R, python)
• Familiarity with O365 suite, Power Automate, GIS, relational databases and form building tools
• Ability to evaluate and manage large datasets
• Familiarity in statistical analysis
• Ability to concisely disseminate technical information (presentations, correspondence)
Duties Description Provide support to the Bureau of Water Resource Management (BWRM) including:
(1) manage and query Division of Water data systems to support state programs and CWIIA and federal reporting reports. This includes assisting with collecting, compiling, organizing and analyzing data (using various tools, including R programing); developing routine queries or processes to improve consistency and accuracy of reports; ensuring data is accurately entered in the information systems, communicating with program staff, and maintaining information systems.
(2) assist with development of and updates to electronic forms to support Division of Water programs.
(3) respond to inquiries and requests for information. This includes, querying information systems to produce reports to support the annual reports, potential enforcement cases, FOIL requests and other requests for information.
(4) assist in the development and implementation of BWRM and Division of Water programs, and associated technical documents, presentations, and other reports.
(5) support modernization of information systems and development of information technology tools to improve DOW program efficiency; and,
(6) support staff to implement Division of Water programs and initiatives.
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.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.