Review Vacancy
AgencyEnvironmental Conservation, Department of
TitleAssistant Geologist 1/Geologist Trainee
Occupational CategoryI.T. Engineering, Sciences
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $56604 to $79577 Annually
Minimum Qualifications Minimum Qualifications for candidates eligible for provisional appointment, 55-b/55-c appointment or 70.4 transfer:
Geologist Trainee, NS: bachelor's degree in geological sciences from a college or university accredited by the New York State Department of Education.
Assistant Geologist, G-20: bachelor’s degree in geological sciences from a college or university accredited by the New York State Department of Education and successful completion of the National Association of State Boards of Geologist’s Fundamentals of Geology (FG) examination; or successful completion of 52 weeks of service as a Geologist Trainee and successful completion of the FG examination.
This position is also open to the following candidates:
Reassignment Eligible - Those currently in the title and employed by DEC
or
Reinstatement Eligible - Those who have previously held the title on a permanent competitive basis.
or
Transfer Eligible - Those with one year of permanent competitive service in a title designated as appropriate for transfer in accordance with Section 70.1 of Civil Service Law.
55-b/55-c Candidates must meet the open competitive minimum qualifications (see above) 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.
Individuals appointed as a Geologist Trainee are required to complete a minimum of one year of successful performance as a Geologist Trainee and pass the National Association of State Boards of Geologist’s Fundamentals of Geology (FG) examination. If you pass the FG by the end of the first year, you may be advanced to the Grade 20 Assistant Geologist title without further examination. If you do not pass the FG by the end of the second year of the traineeship, you will be terminated from your position.
NOTE: In accordance with Chapter 475 of the Laws of 2014, all professional geologists in New York State must obtain licensure under Title VIII of the Education Law; based on this, you will be required to obtain your professional geology license in order to be promoted in the future.
Duties Description Duties include serving as a Project Manager (PM) for State Superfund sites. This work may involve oversight of responsible parties implementing remedial programs under Department issued Orders on Consent, management of State-funded remedial programs, and/or working with EPA on Federal lead remedial projects. Some work may also be done to oversee long-term groundwater management at RCRA facilities which are being managed under the Superfund program within the unit.
Responsibilities of this position include interaction with remedial parties, managing all aspects of the remedial program for sites (work plan development, investigation, design, remediation and site management phases of projects) including the review and evaluation of work plans, remedial investigation reports, feasibility studies, design reports, construction plans and specifications, final engineering/project completion reports, and site management plans to ensure conformance with current geological standards, Department regulations, standards, guidance and policies.
The duties will also include providing geological services under the direction and oversight of the Section manager or other Professional Geologists. These may include interpretation of groundwater, soil, sediment or rock data or measurements, field geologic observations or surveys, as well as the application of geologic principles during development of remedial investigation, feasibility study, or design documents for use in addressing the environmental problems which have arisen at the subject sites or facilities.
Management of assigned projects will involve soliciting, coordinating and resolving technical and administrative input from other Department units as well as from local, state and federal agencies. In some instances, the technical work may be done in-house (i.e., documents may be prepared by the PM) with in-house professional oversight.
The duties also include providing technical direction, oversight and management for standby consultants on State funded projects; approval of projects budgets and management of budget compliance during project implementation; preparing and responding to written correspondence; making public presentations; and interacting directly with the public and interested community groups in relation to remedial projects.
Some field work may involve working around heavy machinery such as drill rigs and construction equipment. Respiratory or other personal protection equipment may at times be required. Compliance with the OSHA HAZWOPR requirements, including training and certification will be required. The work will require overnight travel.
Additional Comments: Direct experience with project management and current knowledge of the NYS remedial program is preferred.
Additional Comments Must have valid driver's license or demonstrate the ability to meet the transportation needs of the position. Use of personal protection equipment, including respirator, will be required. Must be able to negotiate difficult terrain, work in remote areas and in adverse weather conditions. Travel, overtime, and overnight travel may be required. Must successfully complete (or have completed) the 40 hour OSHA 1910.120 training course and all other required training. Must complete an annual Health and Safety Program including medical monitoring, fit testing, and 40 (or 8) hour OSHA HAZWOPER certification.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.