Review Vacancy
AgencyEnvironmental Conservation, Department of
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $56604 to $102661 Annually
Appointment Type Contingent Permanent
Minimum Qualifications Position may be filled at the Senior Attorney level or one within the Legal Traineeship appointment levels. Appointment title will be dependent upon qualifications of candidate selected.
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 – One year of permanent competitive service at Salary Grade 15 or higher and either:
Eligible for transfer under Section 70.4: Must meet the open competitive minimum qualifications below;
Or
Eligible for transfer under Section 52.6: Must have current or prior service in a title designated as 52.6 within two salary grades/one M grade of this position. In addition, you must be a graduate of an accredited law school with an LLB or JD degree and/or be eligible to take the New York State Bar examination. If you are not admitted to the NYS Bar within two years of appointment, your appointment will be terminated.
OR
Eligible for transfer under Section 70.1: Permanent competitive service as a Senior Attorney or Senior Attorney Realty.
55b/c candidates must meet the open-competitive minimum qualifications below and include with their resume or application, a copy of the letter from Civil Service which indicates approval for the 55b/c program.
Open competitive minimum qualifications (provided for 55b/c candidates and 70.4 transfer eligibles): graduate of an accredited law school with an LLB or JD degree and/or be eligible to take the NYS Bar examination. If you are not admitted to the NYS Bar within two years of appointment, your appointment will be terminated.
If you are on an examination eligible list for the position title, you do not need to respond to this posting unless you are also eligible for appointment by transfer, reinstatement, or reassignment as defined above. The eligible list will be canvassed as appropriate. Always respond to an eligible list canvass.
Duties Description This position is located in the Office of General Counsel in Buffalo.
Will primarily provide legal counsel to the Superfund and Brownfield programs, including the negotiation and implementation of Orders on Consent for inactive hazardous waste disposal sites, cost recovery, and the coordination and implementation of Brownfield Cleanup Agreements for economic development sites within Region 9.
Will also have a range of legal responsibilities encompassing a variety of program and Department issues, including freshwater wetlands, fish and wildlife, materials management and hazardous substances, petroleum bulk storage/spills, water resources, air, minerals/oil and gas.
Responsibilities include the negotiation and implementation of Orders on Consent, representing the Department at permit and enforcement hearings, and assisting the Attorney General in litigation involving the Department.
Lastly, will respond to Freedom of Information Law requests. Strong advocacy, research, and writing skills are required, as well as excellent communication skills in person, writing and on the telephone with the regulated public, and other agencies, co-workers, and court officers.
Additional Comments Must have a valid driver's license or demonstrate the ability to meet the transportation needs of the position. Travel and overnight travel may be required.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.