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AgencyEnvironmental Conservation, Department of

TitleEnvironmental Analyst 4

Occupational CategoryI.T. Engineering, Sciences

Salary Grade664

Bargaining UnitM/C - Managerial/Confidential (Unrepresented)

Salary RangeFrom $127507 to $160911 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Provisional

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 10%

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 8 AM

To 4 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

Duties Description The incumbent will serve as a Bureau Director and Deputy Chief Permit Administrator for the Division of Environmental Permits, including managing the Sections within the Breau of Project Management. This is a priority leadership position that will focus on coordinating with DEC programs and other state and federal agencies and on permit related matters; managing reviews for all Uniform Procedures Act permit application types; overseeing the management of energy generation and transmission projects which are critical to meet Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act (CLCPA) mandates; and preparing determinations under the State Environmental Quality Review Act (SEQR), Environmental Justice Siting Law (EJSL), CLCPA and other applicable policies.

More specific duties will include:

• Managing the Bureau and its Sections, which, together, are responsible for the review of statewide energy generation and transmission projects; development and management of general permits; and other projects with statewide or programmatic significance.

• Establishing the Bureau’s mission and setting goals, objectives, and priorities in keeping with DEC policies and assuring that these goals, objectives, and priorities are met;

• Coordinating the efforts of the Sections to ensure all activities necessary for the effective management of statewide permitting are carried out;

• Preparing long-range plans for Bureau activities and priorities, in consultation with the Division Director;

• Overseeing the development and implementation of major initiatives and permit policy issues by providing general direction and supervising staff;

• Rendering policy decisions on major problems and issues regarding allocations of resources and program delivery; and

• Providing support to the Division Director and DEC’s executive office by responding to high-level requests for information, implementing direction provided, and proposing resolutions for difficult permitting matters.

Minimum Qualifications For Provisional Appointment:

One year of permanent competitive or 55-b/55-c service as an Environmental Analyst 3.

For Permanent Appointment:

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 indicated under the transfer eligible section on a permanent competitive basis.

OR

Transfer Eligible – One year of permanent competitive service at Salary Grade 29/M3 or higher and: Eligible for transfer under Section 52.6 within two salary grades/one M grade of this position. To determine if your title is designated as 52.6 go to the Department of Civil Service website and search for your title under GOT-IT.

For Non-Competitive Promotion:

If there are no more than three individuals interested from among those in the departmental promotion field, it may be possible to make a permanent appointment via non-competitive promotion. To be eligible for non-competitive promotion, candidates must be actively employed by or on leave from the Department of Environmental Conservation and have one year of permanent competitive or 55-b/55-c service as an Environmental Analyst 3.

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 up to 50% of work schedule, will be discussed at interview.

We offer a work-life balance and a generous benefits package, worth 65% of salary, including:

• Holiday & Paid Time Off
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Pension from New York State Employees’ Retirement System
• Shift & Geographic pay differentials
• Affordable Health Care options
• Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost
• NYS Deferred Compensation plan
• Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, and U.S. Savings Bonds
• And many more...

For new State employees appointed to graded positions, the annual salary is the hiring rate (beginning of the Salary Range) of the position. Promotion salaries are calculated by the NYS Office of the State Comptroller in accordance with NYS Civil Service Law, OSC Payroll rules and regulations and negotiated union contracts.

The Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) is committed to fostering a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility. Our work would not be possible without the diverse backgrounds, experiences, ideas, and abilities of our employees. DEC is committed to developing a workforce which represents the diverse population of New York State. DEC embraces a diverse and inclusive work environment by encouraging all individuals, including those with disabilities, to apply to open positions at the agency.

Please be advised, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation does not use E-Verify, and we are unable to provide sponsorship for employment visa statuses (i.e. H-1B, Self-Sponsorship, STEM OPT).

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

Name Scott Mathews

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 Vacancy #26-219249 on your resume or it may not be accepted.