StateJobsNY

NY HELPNo

AgencyEnvironmental Conservation, Department of

TitleClimate Policy Analyst 1 including Trainee 1 and Trainee 2 - Two Positions

Occupational CategoryI.T. Engineering, Sciences

Salary GradeNS

Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)

Salary RangeFrom $46529 to $77912 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Contingent Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 10%

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

County Albany

Street Address 625 Broadway

City Albany

StateNY

Zip Code12233

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.

55-b/55-c Candidates must meet the open competitive minimum qualifications 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.

Minimum Qualifications:

Climate Policy Analyst Trainee 1: A bachelor's degree* in one of the physical or natural sciences, environmental sciences, engineering, economics, planning, public administration or a related field.

Climate Policy Analyst Trainee 2: satisfactory completion of one year of service as a Climate Policy Analyst Trainee 1; or a bachelors* degree in one of the physical or natural sciences, environmental sciences, engineering, economics, planning or a related field. one year of professional experience establishing policy, or developing or implementing climate or environmental relevant plans, projects, programs, policies, regulations or legislation. A master's or higher in a qualifying field may be substituted for one year of the required experience.

Climate Policy Analyst 1: satisfactory completion of one year of service as a Climate Policy Analyst Trainee 2; or a bachelor's degree* in one of the physical or natural sciences, environmental sciences, engineering, economics, planning, or a related field; and two years of experience establishing environmental programs; preparing or reviewing climate relevant policies, plans, projects, regulations or environmental impact statements; preparing climate-relevant professional testimony for use in hearings or trials involving environmental matters; or preparing environmental analysis of climate change issues. A master's degree or higher in a qualifying field may substitute for one year of the required experience.

*The specific qualifying degrees include atmospheric science, biology, chemistry, engineering, coastal resources management, communications, ecology, economics, ecosystem management, environmental health, environmental science, environmental studies, forestry, geography, geology, hydrology, marine science, meteorology, natural resources, natural science, physical science, physics, planning, public policy, sustainability, transportation planning, wildlife science, and zoology.

Duties Description Climate Policy Analyst 1/Tr (Grant Management)
The Climate Policy Analyst 1 will support municipal action to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and adapt to a changing climate, primarily through implementation of the Climate Smart Communities (CSC) grant, and Zero Emissions Vehicle (ZEV) grant and rebate programs. The CPA 1/Tr will assist with all phases of the CSC/ZEV grant and rebate programs, including development of requests for applications, review and scoring of applications, negotiation of grant contracts, review and approval of contract deliverables, processing of reimbursement requests, and all required recordkeeping. The CPA 1/Tr may also be assigned to work with other staff and contractors to enlist and support community participation in the CSC program and provide technical guidance to participating communities, and to support the CSC certification program, including administration and technical review of certification applications. The CPA 1/Tr may be directed to research and report on projects, review data, analyze problems and recommend solutions, communicate with staff from other programs and agencies, engage with stakeholders, provide oversight to contractors, including Climate Leadership Coordinators, and provide written and oral responses to public inquiries.

Climate Policy Analyst 1
The Climate Policy Analyst 1 will work within the Office of Climate Change (OCC) GHG Mitigation Bureau to support development and implementation of policies and programs to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and support the implementation of the Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act (CLCPA). The CPA 1 may be directed to research and report on environmental and energy policy, review data, analyze problems and recommend solutions, communicate with staff from other programs and agencies, engage with stakeholders, and provide written and oral responses to public inquiries. Specific duties may include assisting in the tracking of contracts, state and federal policy, and environmental reviews such as under SEQR and CLCPA Section 7.

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. Telecommuting may be available, will be discussed at interview.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

Name Marline Agnew

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 Posting #23-129155 on your letter/resume and also in the subject line of the email or it may not be accepted.