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Position Information

AgencyAttorney General, Office of the

TitleEnvironmental Scientist 2 or 3

Occupational CategoryI.T. Engineering, Sciences

Salary Grade25

Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)

Salary RangeFrom $88161 to $120492 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Contingent Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Schedule

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 8:30 AM

To 5 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? Yes

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

Location

County New York

Street Address 28 Liberty Street

City NYC

StateNY

Zip Code10005

Job Specifics

Minimum Qualifications ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST 2: A Bachelor’s degree in the natural sciences or engineering and four years of
professional experience in the natural sciences, engineering, environmental analysis or regulation, establishment of
environmental policy, or in a closely related field. One year of this experience must include involvement in environmental
analysis in support of litigation. Alternately, A Master’s degree in the natural sciences will be accepted in lieu of one year
of the experience requirement; a Ph.D. in the natural sciences will be accepted in lieu of three years of the required
experience. A Professional Engineering or Geologist license in New York State will also be similarly considered.


ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST 3: A Bachelor’s degree in the natural sciences or engineering, and six years of
professional experience in the natural sciences, engineering, environmental analysis or regulation, or in a closely related
field, one year of which must have included responsibility for the supervision of subordinate professionals or staff.
Alternately, a Masters’ degree will be accepted in lieu of one year of the non-supervisory experience; a Ph.D. will be
accepted in lieu of three years of the required non-supervisory experience. A Professional Engineering or Geologist
license in New York State will also be similarly considered

Duties Description The Environmental Protection Bureau in the New York State Office of the Attorney General (OAG) is seeking an environmental scientist to conduct, manage and oversee scientific and technical investigations and analyses in support of litigation and policy initiatives. The scientist will join a multi-disciplinary science staff supervised by a Chief Scientist and a Deputy Bureau Chief. Superior scientific, management, planning, judgment and communication skills are required, as the position involves scientific and technical support for Bureau activities, including investigations, legal actions, negotiations, potential legislative initiatives, and formulations of policy where science, law and public policy intersect. Training and experience in one or more of the following areas is required: public health, community health, epidemiology, data analyses, risk assessment, toxicology, and modeling. Strong written and oral communication skills are required. Applicants who enjoy the challenge of working on a wide range of projects are highly desirable.

The OAG is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a workplace that is diverse, equitable and inclusive. We are seeking a diverse pool of candidates who are creative thinkers with strong writing, analytical and organizational skills as well as a demonstrated commitment to public service and social, economic and criminal justice. Applicants who are members of groups underrepresented in technical roles, which include but are not limited to Black, Latinx, Indigenous American, Asian and Pacific Islander persons; women; persons with disabilities; and LGBTQ+ persons are particularly encouraged to apply. Fluency in one or more non-English language is a plus but is not required.

As an employee of the OAG, you will join a team of dedicated individuals who work to serve the people of our State through a wide variety of occupations. We offer a comprehensive New York State benefits package, including paid leave, health, dental, vision and retirement benefits, and family-friendly policies. Additionally, the OAG offers a robust Workplace Flexibilities Program with multiple options for employees, including telecommuting (up to two days per week) and alternative work schedules.

•Assess health and environmental risks associated with environmental exposure to pollutants, evaluate and propose remedial measures;
•Locate, retain and supervise consulting and testifying experts;
•Help prepare and review expert reports and testimony, communicating and consulting with other governmental agencies, advocacy groups and the general public on behalf of the Office of the Attorney General;
•Analyze scientific and technical papers and other documents in support of investigations, litigation and policy initiatives;
•Develop and evaluate scientific evidence and provide input to attorneys on additional evidence needed and/or the strength of scientific evidence;
•Prepare memos, reports and affidavits and assist attorneys on scientific and technical issues, and interface with client agencies;
•Conduct investigations in support of OAG initiatives;
•Perform other duties as assigned.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
• Familiarity with Geographic Information System (GIS) applications;
• Working knowledge of statistics as applied to public and community health;
• Comfort and enthusiasm about working outside of your area of expertise.

Additional Comments Applicants must be prepared to submit a complete application consisting of the following:
• Cover Letter
• Resume
• List of three (3) references with contact information, including email addresses

Per Office of the Attorney General policy, confirmation of vaccination status is a condition of employment for this position.
If you are not fully vaccinated, you may be required to provide negative COVID-19 test results once weekly. The agency
will consider religious and reasonable accommodations.

Applications are being received online at https://ag.ny.gov/job-postings until December 9, 2022.

HOURS OF WORK: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM Monday through Friday. Dependent on OAG policy and subject to management discretion, this position has compressed work week and telecommuting options available. The candidate selected for this position must work in the New York City location (28 Liberty Street) of the Attorney General’s office 22.5 hours per week. Telecommuting may be permitted for up to 15 hours per week.

Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. The OAG is an equal opportunity employer and is committed
to workplace diversity

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

Contact Information

Name Brianna Guckemus

Telephone

Fax

Email Address HR.Recruitment@ag.ny.gov

Address

Street NYS Office of the Attorney General

The Capitol

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12222

 

Notes on ApplyingApplying via website https://ag.ny.gov/job-postings is required. If you have questions regarding the application process, you may contact HR.Recruitment@ag.ny.gov.