Review Vacancy
Date Posted: 11/05/26
Applications Due: 11/19/26
Vacancy ID: 228413
Position Information
NY HELPSNo
55-b/c EligibleYes
AgencyEnvironmental Conservation, Department of
TitleEnvironmental Engineering Technician 1
Occupational CategoryI.T. Engineering, Sciences
Salary GradeHourly
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $19.27 to $19.27 Hourly
Employment Type Full-Time
Appointment Type Temporary
InternshipNo
Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class
Travel Percentage 5%
Schedule
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
Location
County Onondaga
Street Address 5786 Widewaters Parkway
City Syracuse
StateNY
Zip Code13214
Job Specifics
Duties Description Working within the Division of Environmental Permits in the Region 7 – Syracuse office, the incumbent will be responsible for tracking and indexing all incoming and outgoing documents; uploading application materials to Document Management System (DMS), including resubmitted application material, DEC correspondences and issued permits; distributing DEP correspondences; uploading documents to Gov QA for FOIL; uploading documents to/for distribution to partner state agency sites; scanning historical permit application documents and uploading to DMS; DART record cleanup including sending out Notice of Incomplete for 1-Year and withdrawing applications; pre-screening submitted General Permit (GP) applications for Notice of Intent (NOI) activities; canned permit inquiry responses; recording meeting minutes for application meetings or staff meetings; pre-screening applicable projects for Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act (CLCPA) and Disadvantaged Communities (DAC) concerns; and other duties as assigned by the Regional Permit Administrator.
Minimum Qualifications Four years of experience in technician work in aeronautical, chemical, civil, electrical, environmental, mechanical, or sanitary engineering technology; environmental technology; geology or geology technology; or as a surveyor or a drafter;
OR
graduation from high school and one year of qualifying experience;
OR
graduation from a high school technical education program in aeronautics, architectural drafting, chemistry, electricity, electronics, mechanical design and construction, technical structural drafting and design, technical instrumentation and control systems, or computer circuitry;
OR
18 college semester credit hours in any combination of the following: engineering, geology, environmental science, natural or physical science, drafting, mathematics, or surveying.
Additional Comments Must have a valid driver’s license or demonstrate the ability to meet the transportation needs of the position.
Telecommuting may be available up to 50% of work schedule, will be discussed at interview.
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.
If you are a person with a disability and wish to request that a reasonable accommodation be provided for you to participate in a job interview, please email: equity@dec.ny.gov.
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.
How to Apply
Name Scott Mathews
Telephone 518-402-9273
Fax 518-402-9038
Email Address PostingResponses@dec.ny.gov
Address
Street 625 Broadway
Personnel, 10th Floor
City Albany
State NY
Zip Code 12233
Notes on ApplyingPlease email/mail your resume to the above address.Be sure to include Vacancy
#26-228413 on your resume and also in the subject line of the email or it may not be accepted. If you are qualified based on your education, you must also include a copy of your college transcript.
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