Review Vacancy
AgencyEnvironmental Conservation, Department of
Occupational CategoryI.T. Engineering, Sciences
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $90582 to $114585 Annually
Duties Description Overview:
The Regional Habitat Manager oversees and directs the following programs; habitat protection, habitat restoration, environmental monitoring and ecotoxicology. The primary workload consists of permitting, compliance and enforcement for the Article 24 Freshwater Wetlands and Article 15 Protection of Waters programs, with lesser involvement in energy projects such as pipelines, transmission lines, hydroelectric, wind and solar power, remediation sites, NRD cases and biota collection. Duties also include program administration such as; development of annual work plans, annual budgets, supplies and equipment management, personnel administration and supervision, coordination with central office Bureau of Ecosystem Health staff, and public education and outreach.
Description of Duties:
A. Manage the regional component of the DFW Ecosystem Health program (75%)
1. Oversee and manage the Article 24 Freshwater Wetlands and Article 15 Protection of Waters Programs
•Review permit/project applications involving regulated wetlands and waterbodies. Work with Division of Environmental Permits and others to develop permit conditions and mitigation standards; provide timely comments; undertake compliance monitoring where necessary; assist on enforcement issues; and make referrals to Legal as appropriate. Ensure timely completion of project review, sound scientific analysis, consistency with DFWMR policies and standards, and quality of work that would be sustained in adjudicatory hearings.
•Direct Regional efforts to file, maintain, review, and update the official maps for the boundaries and classifications of Freshwater Wetlands (ECL Article 24) consistent with applicable technical, legal, and procedural requirements. Undertake revision/amendment of freshwater wetland maps as necessary and as resources allow.
•Supervise, direct, and train Regional staff in the timely and correct on-site delineation of the regulatory boundaries of freshwater wetlands and adjacent areas for landowners, as required under the law.
•Supervise, direct, and train Regional staff in appropriate methods for conducting work in streams as part of remedial efforts and post flood intervention.
•Oversee staff efforts to identify violations and provide expert testimony in hearings and trials. Work closely with the Regional Attorney to settle or prosecute the cases administratively, civilly, or criminally.
2. Oversee the Ecosystem Health Program review, impact analysis, recommendation of alternatives, and recommendation of mitigation for Federal water projects (navigational dredging, harbor protection, flood control, etc.) that come under the Fish and Wildlife Coordination Act as well as federal energy projects under FERC (hydroelectric relicensing, pipelines, transmission lines).
3. Actively participate in meetings and work groups with regional and central office Ecosystem Health staff to discuss programmatic issues; develop program guidance; establish program priorities and collaborate with other regions. Ensure Ecosystem Health program coordination and communication with Fisheries, Wildlife and other Regional and Division staff. Brief the Regional Natural Resource Supervisor on work group discussions/decisions that are important for regional implementation of the Ecosystem Health programs.
4. Review and/or prepare and implement policies and procedures, standard operating procedures, regulations etc. that pertain to the work of the Unit to ensure that staff have clear guidance on how they are expected to do their work, and to ensure their safety in the work place. Ensure that staff attend and comply with all Department mandated training.
5. As time and resources allow, contribute natural resource input into other programs such as review of remediation sites, natural resource damage needs, and environmental contaminants monitoring as they relate to habitat restoration work.
B. Perform Administrative duties related to managing the Regional Ecosystem Health Unit. (25%)
1. Supervise staff and oversee the personnel transactions of the Unit. Ensure that all required paperwork is filed correctly and on time (e.g. timecards, IExpense reports). Ensure that all Unit staff have Program Plans and that Performance Evaluations are prepared and submitted in a timely manner. In concert with the Natural Resources Supervisor, make staff assignments to accomplish priority activities.
2. Oversee Unit fiscal matters. Manage the Unit’s budget to stay within the allocated amount. Ensure that purchases are made using proper procedures and ensure timely processing of vouchers. Oversee maintenance of the Unit’s equipment. Track spending and file reports as required.
3. Participate in work planning to identify important work to accomplish in the fiscal year. Submit recommendations for “deliverables” to the regional component of the DFW work plan.
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 under Section 70.1 - One year of permanent competitive service as a Biologist 2 (Aquatic), (Ecology), (Marine),(Wildlife), or Environmental Program Spec 2 Natural Resources.
Additional Comments Must have a valid driver’s license or demonstrate the ability to meet the transportation needs of the position.
Transportation needs of this position require use of a state vehicle and adhering to the Department’s Vehicle Policy. You must have and maintain a valid driver’s license for this position.
Must be able to negotiate difficult terrain.
Must be able to work in remote areas.
Must be able to work in adverse weather conditions.
Travel may be required.
Overnight travel may be required.
Weekends and holidays 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.
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Notes on ApplyingPlease email/mail your resume to the above. Be sure to include Vacancy #26-225901 on your letter/resume and also in the subject line of the email or it may not be accepted. Provide a copy of your college transcript with your reply. Unofficial copy is acceptable.