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 Under the direction of the Chief, Light-Duty Vehicle Program Section, the Assistant Engineer (Env) will be responsible for:
Assisting other program staff in the development, administration, and enforcement of future light- and heavy-duty LEV program revisions including:
• Implementing and enforcing Advanced Clean Cars II (ACC II).
• Reviewing and tracking annual compliance reports.
• Adopting, implementing, and enforcing Advanced Clean Fleets.
• Developing light- and medium-duty vehicle anti-tampering enforcement program.
Completing quality control review and certification of onboard diagnostic (OBD II) emission and safety inspection testing under the New York Vehicle Inspection Program (NYVIP), including:
• Conducting acceptance testing of NYVIP software.
• Coordinating software testing in cooperation with the Department of Motor Vehicles and the New York City Taxi & Limousine Commission.
• Documenting software acceptance testing results.
• Maintaining Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) equipment in working order.
• Assisting in the annual EPA I/M report and biennial I/M Program Evaluation report.
Representing DEC on multi-agency and multi-state workgroups including:
• I/M Solutions
• OBD Clearinghouse
• ZEV MOU Interagency Workgroup
• NESACUM Mobile Source Committee
• International ZEV Alliance
Completing field work and reporting related to compliance audits of DEC’s criteria pollutant, greenhouse gas, and zero emission vehicle programs and aftermarket catalytic converter program.
There is a fieldwork and travel component associated with this position. Day trip and overnight travel may be required.
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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