Biologist 2 (Marine) Position Available In Queens, New York

Basics Schedule Location Job Specifics How to Apply Indicates whether if this vacancy posting is part of the

NY HELPS

Program. NY HELP No The agency in which the vacancy exists. Agency Environmental Conservation, Department of The job title for the vacancy. Title Biologist 2 (Marine) The job title for the vacancy. Occupational Category I.T. Engineering, Sciences The salary grade for this vacancy. Salaries are determined by salary grade and bargaining unit. Salary Grade 23 The collective bargaining unit to which this vacancy is assigned. Bargaining Unit PS&T

• Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF) The minimum and maximum of the salary range for this vacancy.

Salary Range From $86681 to $109650 Annually Indicates whether this job is full-time or part-time. If the job is part-time, an estimated percentage will be provided. Employment Type Full-Time This indicates the type of job, typically permanent, temporary, or provisional. ‘Provisional’ means that the appointment will be temporary until the incumbent takes and passes an appropriate civil service examination. Appointment Type Permanent Jurisdictional class is the indicator for how this job can be filled. The classified service is governed by the Civil Service Commission, and consists of competitive, non-competitive, exempt, and labor classes. ‘Competitive class’ indicates that the applicant must take and pass an appropriate civil service examination. ‘Non-competitive class’ indicates that the applicant’s qualifications will be evaluated without a civil service examination. ‘Exempt class’ indicates that the applicant will be evaluated by methods other than competitive or non-competitive, and that incumbents will not be granted tenure. ‘Labor class’ requires that applicants possess skills or other physical characteristics that cannot effectively be evaluated by other means. The unclassified service is legislatively defined, and includes such positions as elected officials, department and agency heads, and all academic personnel in public schools, colleges, and universities. Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class Estimates the percentage of time incumbents of this vacancy will be required to travel. Travel Percentage 5% This provides information on the expected workweek. Workweek Mon-Fri The number of hours in the workweek, typically 37.5 or 40 for full time, or any other number for part time. Hours Per Week 37.5 Workday The start time for this vacancy. If the agency employs flextime, this will be the earliest time this vacancy’s shift can start. From 9 AM The end time for this vacancy. If the agency employs flextime, this will be the latest time this vacancy’s shift can end. To 5 PM If checked, the agency allows flextime. Flextime allowed? No If checked, this vacancy includes mandatory overtime. Mandatory overtime? No If checked, this agency allows compressed workweek scheduling. Compressed workweek allowed? No If checked, this agency allows telecommuting for this position. Telecommuting allowed? Yes The county in which the vacancy is located. County Queens The street address where the vacancy is located. Street Address 1 Hunters Point Plaza The city where the vacancy is located. City long Island City The state where the vacancy is located (the default is New York). State NY The zip code where the vacancy is located. Zip Code 11101 The duties that the incumbent of the vacancy will be expected to perform. Duties Description Oversee operations of the Region 2 (NYC) Marine Habitat Unit, including supervision of multiple, full-time marine biologists, ensuring work is performed in accordance with agency and Marine Division policies and regulations. Conduct regulatory reviews of permit applications for marine construction and restoration projects in urban areas. Contribute special conditions to permits in accordance with DEC and Marine Division policies and procedures. Conduct site inspections, sometimes in inclement weather, for proposed and permitted projects for consistency with Tidal Wetland regulations, preparing and communicating findings to internal and external personnel as needed. Pursue violations of Tidal Wetland regulations, conducting site inspections and working with DEC Law Enforcement and Legal staff to negotiate settlements and mitigation. Possess excellent communication skills, written and oral, required for frequent contact and communication with applicants, consultants, contractors, government officials, and the public on proposed projects, violation investigations, site inspections, and compliance conferences. Provide testimony at permit and enforcement hearings. Serve as Divisional and Regional representative on multi-agency working groups regarding tidal wetlands mitigation, multi-region and multi-agency renewable energy projects, and other large-scale projects. Represent the Regional Marine Habitat Unit at internal and external meetings, clearly communicating agency and Marine Division interests and concerns. Conduct tidal wetland delineations and field-verify tidal wetland boundaries delineated by consultants. Develop annual Unit workplan reflecting agency priorities. Prepare and manage annual budget and expenditures ensuring consistency with agency policies. Work in and around water with the potential to work from a boat. Possess a valid driver’s license and be comfortable driving in a dense, urban environment. The minimum qualifications required for this vacancy. Minimum Qualifications 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 23 or higher and Eligible for transfer under Section 70.1
• One year of permanent competitive service as a Biologist 2 (Aquatic), (Ecology), (Marine) or (Wildlife), SG23.

Additional comments regarding the vacancy. Additional Comments Must have a valid driver’s license or demonstrate the ability to meet the transportation needs of the position. Must be able to negotiate difficult terrain. Must be able to work in remote areas. Must be able to work in adverse weather conditions. Travel may be required. Overtime may be required. Overnight travel may be required. Must be able to lift and move objects up to 40 pounds. Telecommuting may be available, will be discussed at interview. 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 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. Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity. The name of the contact person for this vacancy. Name Karen Price The telephone number to use for questions about this vacancy. Telephone (518) 402-9257 The fax to use for this vacancy. Fax (518) 402-9038 Email address for emailing applications, or to ask questions about this vacancy. Email Address postingresponses@dec.ny.gov Address The street address of the contact for this vacancy. Street 625 Broadway Personnel, 10th Floor The city for the contact for this vacancy. City Albany The state of the contact for this vacancy (the default is New York). State NY The zip code for the contact for this vacancy. Zip Code 12233 Instructions for potential applicants. Notes on Applying Please email/mail resume indicating your interest in this position to the above. Be sure to include Posting #25-193080 on your resume and also in the subject line of your email or it may not be accepted.