Review Vacancy
AgencyEnvironmental Conservation, Department of
TitleAssistant Engineer (Env)/ Engineer Trainee
Occupational CategoryI.T. Engineering, Sciences
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $61270 to $86140 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
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.
For eligibility under 70.4 transfer or 55b/c, employees must meet the minimum qualifications below. Please note that if applying under the 55b/c, candidates must include with their resume or application, a copy of the letter from Civil Service which indicates approval for the 55b/c program.
Minimum Qualifications for appointment to Engineer Trainee, NS:
A bachelor's degree or higher in engineering or engineering technology as listed below;
Qualifying degrees: Aeronautical Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering Technology, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Civil Engineering Technology, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Engineering Technology, Environmental Design Engineering, Environmental Resources Engineering, Environmental Systems Engineering, Forest Engineering, Geological Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Materials Science and Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Metallurgical and Materials Engineering, Paper Engineering, Petroleum Engineering, Plastics Engineering, Sanitary Engineering, Soil and Water Resources Engineering, Water Resources Engineering, or Engineering Science with a recognized concentration in any of the above listed engineering degrees.
OR proof of passing the NCEES Fundamentals of Engineering Examination (FE) AND one year of full-time engineering experience as listed below.
Qualifying experience: One year of full-time experience in sanitary, public health or environmental engineering.
NOTE: Individuals appointed as an Engineer Trainee are required to complete a minimum of one year of successful performance as an Engineer Trainee and pass the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam. If you obtain your FE by the end of the first year, you will be advanced to the appropriate appoint-level-changed (PR-50) Grade 20 Assistant Engineer title. If you do not obtain your FE by the end of the second year of the traineeship, you will be terminated from your position.
Minimum Qualifications for appointment to Assistant Engineer (Environmental), SG-20:
Proof of passing the National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES) Fundamentals of Engineering Examination (FE) AND a bachelor's degree or higher as listed below;
Qualifying degrees: Aeronautical Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering Technology, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Civil Engineering Technology, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Engineering Technology, Environmental Design Engineering, Environmental Resources Engineering, Environmental Systems Engineering, Forest Engineering, Geological Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Materials Science and Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Metallurgical and Materials Engineering, Paper Engineering, Petroleum Engineering, Plastics Engineering, Sanitary Engineering, Soil and Water Resources Engineering, Water Resources Engineering, or Engineering Science with a recognized concentration in any of the above listed engineering degrees.
OR Proof of passing the National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES) Fundamentals of Engineering Examination (FE) AND one year of full-time qualifying engineering experience as listed below:
Qualifying experience: One year of full-time experience in sanitary, public health or environmental engineering.
Duties Description The Assistant Engineer will be responsible for engineering support to Division of Air Resources (DAR) Central Office and Regional staff by providing assistance with the Air Facility System (AFS) and e-Find software platforms; the Air Compliance and Emissions (ACE) Electronic Reporting System; and the Division’s QA program for Air permit writing. Primary responsibilities of the position will be:
Learn the various permitted and registered air pollution sources in New York and associated regulations. Develop an understanding of regulated emissions and their impact on New York’s air quality and the environment. Become familiar with DEC’s eFind software as a means of locating facilities and relevant permitting information.
Become familiar with DAR’s permitting program, by review of applicable regulations and existing permits. Become familiar with compliance and reporting requirements for permitted facilities. Become proficient with the various modules of AFS to provide support to program staff and as the means to:
• Create, update and maintain air permits.
• Respond to public requests for information.
• Post DAR issued permits and registrations on the public website.
• Acquire basic SQL familiarity to be able to perform database queries.
• Support the development of an updated software platform.
Learn and become proficient at using and assisting the regulated community with the
ACE Electronic Reporting system. Assist Title V facilities and/or their consultants with
the electronic submissions of their annual and semi-annual compliance reports and
annual emission statements.
Essential Functions:
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and ability to present information and results.
• Able to possess and broaden working knowledge of technology intensive, mandatory programs, including an understanding of technical documents and drawings.
• Able to travel to meetings, sites, and outside conferences as required.
• Capable of dealing effectively with the public, government, vendors, consultants, and other outside entities.
• Able to understand and manipulate higher level computer software programs.
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.
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