Position Information

NY HELPYes

AgencyHealth, Department of

TitlePublic Health Specialist 1 (Environment) (NY HELPS) - 4134

Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers

Salary Grade18

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

Salary RangeFrom $52198 to $82656 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 10%

Schedule

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 9 AM

To 5 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

Location

County Albany

Street Address Division of Environmental Health Assessment/ Bureau of Toxic Substance Assessment

Empire State Plaza, Corning Tower

City Albany

StateNY

Zip Code12237

Job Specifics

Duties Description The Public Health Specialist (PHS) 1 (Environment) will work for the Division of Environmental Health Assessment (DEHA)/ Bureau of Toxic Substance Assessment (BTSA). Recent legislation has increased demands that schools in New York State must frequently test their water for lead contamination. The incumbent will assist schools across the state with the implementation of these requirements.
The PHS 1 (Environment) will join a well-functioning team and will be responsible for answering questions related to the legislation, tracking data, and providing training to schools across the State. The incumbent will also work on other as-needed assignments on a routine basis.

Minimum Qualifications NY HELPS Minimum Qualifications:

A qualifying bachelor's or higher degree*; OR a bachelor's degree or higher degree supplemented by 30 qualifying* semester credit hours.

Candidates with advanced degrees and/or those with professional experience assessing the impact of toxic substances on public health may be appointed at a higher level at agency discretion. *Please refer to the below link for qualifying degrees, semester credit hours, and experience:

*https://www.cs.ny.gov/pco/pco-title-details/title-info.cfm?jobcode=4414110&type=Select

Reassignment Candidates: Current New York State Department of Health employee with permanent or contingent-permanent service as a Public Health Specialist 1 (Environment) or Trainee.

Transfer or Candidates: Current New York State employee with one year or more of permanent or contingent permanent, competitive service in a title eligible to transfer, via 70.4 to a Public Health Specialist 1 (Environment) Grade 18, or a Public Health Specialist 1 (Environment) Trainee, Grade NS.

Preferred Qualifications: The preferred candidate will have a working knowledge of database management tools such as Microsoft Excel, SAS, and/or SQL. Excellent written and verbal communication skills are strongly preferred, including the ability to communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders such as engineers, scientists, school personnel, local health department officials, and members of the public. The preferred candidate will have the ability to effectively manage multiple projects and programmatic tasks in a fast- paced environment and the ability to work independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team.

Additional Comments One full-time competitive or non-competitive opportunity is available via eligible list or the NY HELPS program, depending on the candidates list standing.
For more information on the NY HELPS program, please visit: https://www.cs.ny.gov/help/index.cfm

Position may be filled at a trainee level (equated to a 14 or 16) or 18, depending upon the qualifications of the candidate.

Transfer candidates may be asked for their Social Security Number to verify your transfer eligibility. For more information on transfer types, transfer eligibility criteria, and the current transfer determinants for your title, visit the following website: https://careermobilityoffice.cs.ny.gov/cmo/gotit/title-search/index.cfm

Degrees awarded from educational institutions outside of the United States, or its territories must be independently verified for equivalency. Please see https://www.cs.ny.gov/jobseeker/degrees.cfm for additional information.

This position is part of the NYS HELPS program. No examination is required.

This position may require travel throughout New York State including overnights to areas not served by public transportation.

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 NYS Department of Health is committed to making New York a safer, healthier, and more equitable place to live. Understanding health equity, social determinants of health and health disparities is critical to accomplish our goal of eliminating health disparities. For more information on the NYS Department of Health’s Mission, Vision, Values and Strategic Plan, please visit: https://health.ny.gov/commissioner/index.htm

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

Contact Information

Name Human Resources Management Group, MRF/PHS1ENV/4134

Telephone 518-486-1812

Fax (518)473-3395

Email Address resume@health.ny.gov

Address

Street Rm 2217, Corning Tower Bldg

Empire State Plaza

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12237

 

Notes on ApplyingPlease submit your resume and cover letter as one (1) document, preferably in PDF format, by email to resume@health.ny.gov, with Reference MRF/PHS1ENV/4134 included in the subject line or by mail to Human Resources Management Group, MRF/PHS1ENV/4134, Rm 2217, Corning Tower Building, Empire State Plaza, Albany, NY 12237-0012, or by fax to (518) 473-3395. Failure to include the required information may result in your resume not being considered for this position.