Professional Engineer 1 (Environmental) - NY HELPS

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

NY HELPS

Program. NY HELP Yes The agency in which the vacancy exists. Agency Environmental Conservation, Department of The job title for the vacancy. Title Professional Engineer 1 (Environmental)

• NY HELPS

  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 24 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 $98298 to $122252 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 Contingent 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 10% 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 8 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 4 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 Albany The street address where the vacancy is located. Street Address 625 Broadway The city where the vacancy is located. City Albany The state where the vacancy is located (the default is New York). State NY The zip code where the vacancy is located. Zip Code 12233 The duties that the incumbent of the vacancy will be expected to perform. Duties Description Under the general direction and supervision of the Section Chief, the Professional Engineer 1 (Environmental) will support the implementation of the Division of Air Resource's Operating Permit Program throughout the state. This work is also anticipated to include work related to the Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act (CLCPA), Environmental Justice Siting Law (EJSL), and Clean Air Act. Duties will include, but not be limited to, the following: Evaluation of regulatory language, communication materials, development of policy and regulations.

• Maintain knowledge of federal and state air regulations, policies, and guidance.
• Evaluate and summarize data to be included in rulemaking and communication materials and documentation.
• Utilize Excel and other technical programs to present data in a meaningful way.
• Consult with other staff teams to share technical data and information.
• Evaluate engineering data and other documents to inform regulation or policy development.
• Develop policy and regulatory documentation, including enforceable and verifiable regulatory limits and control requirements to achieve and maintain compliance with air quality standards, guideline concentrations, and

CLCPA/EJSL

initiatives. Evaluation of compliance, enforcement, permitting, and emission data.

• Review air permit application data submitted to DEC by regulated facilities.
• Enter data into DEC's Air Facility System (AFS), maintain it, and ensure its accuracy.
• Calculate air contaminant emissions based on known emission factors and engineering data.
• Utilize AFS to review and issue permits, assess facility compliance status, and assemble and evaluate data.
• Provide support and technical assistance to regional staff, including the development of policies and guidance to ensure proper implementation of statewide permitting, compliance, and enforcement efforts.
• Act as a training and support resource for technical staff on a variety of air pollution control permitting and compliance topics. Public and intra/inter agency interaction
• Represent the Division on calls and in meetings with representatives of other Department divisions and offices.
• Represent the Department on calls and in meetings with representatives of other New York State agencies and authorities, commissions, the USEPA, other states, and regional and/or national air quality associations.
• Keep notes of meetings and transfer information to supervisor.
• Respond to inquiries from facilities, consultants, the public, the USEPA, and other entities.

Essential Functions:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills and ability to clearly present information and results.
• Knowledge of air pollution control practices and procedures.
• Able to possess and broaden knowledge of mandatory programs and engineering practices, including an understanding of technical documents and drawings.
• Able to perform engineering calculations using appropriate reference materials and engineering data.
• Able to travel to meetings, sites, and outside conferences as required.
• Capable of dealing effectively with colleagues and members of the public, government, vendors, consultants, and other outside entities.
• Able to understand and manipulate higher level computer software programs. 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 22 or higher and either: Eligible for transfer under Section 70.

1: One year of permanent competitive service as a Plant Supt A, Professional Engineer 1 (Civil), Professional Engineer 1 (Civil/Construction), Professional Engineer 1 (Civil/Geotechnical), Professional Engineer 1 (Civil/Structural), Professional Engineer 1 (Civil/Transportation), Professional Engineer 1 (Electrical), Professional Engineer 1 (Fire Protection), Professional Engineer 1 (Industrial), Professional Engineer 1 (Mechanical), or Professional Engineer 1 (Mechanical/HVAC). Additional qualifications may be required. or Eligible for transfer under Section 70.4. To transfer under Section 70.4 or to apply under the 55 b/c program, candidates must meet the minimum qualifications below. Please note that if applying under the 55 b/c program, candidates must include with their resume or application, a copy of the letter from the Department of Civil Service which indicates their approval for the 55 b/c program. This title is part of the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide Program (NY HELPS). For the duration of the

NY HELPS

Program, this title may be filled via a non-competitive appointment, which means no examination is required but all candidates must meet the minimum qualifications of the title for which they apply. At a future date (within one year of permanent appointment), it is expected employees hired under

NY HELPS

will have their non-competitive employment status converted to competitive status, without having to compete in an examination. Employees will then be afforded with all of the same rights and privileges of competitive class employees of New York State. While serving permanently in a

NY HELPS

title, employees may take part in any promotion examination for which they are qualified.

Note:

If there is a viable promotion list (three acceptors) for this position, candidates who qualify for transfer under Section 70.4 or are applying under the NY HELPS or 55 b/c programs cannot be considered. Minimum qualifications (provided for transfer under Section 70.4 or applicants seeking to apply under the NY HELPS or 55 b/c programs): "A New York State Professional Engineer's license and current registration AND a qualifying bachelor's degree or higher as listed below; OR a New York State Professional Engineer's license and current registration AND one year of full-time qualifying engineering experience as listed below.

Qualifying degrees:

Aeronautical Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering Technology, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Civil Engineering Technology, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Engineering Technology, Environmental Design Engineering, Environmental Resources Engineering, Environmental Systems Engineering, Forest Engineering, Geological Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Materials Science and Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Metallurgical and Materials Engineering, Paper Engineering, Petroleum Engineering, Plastics Engineering, Sanitary Engineering, Soil and Water Resources Engineering, Water Resources Engineering, or Engineering Science with a recognized concentration in any of the above listed engineering degrees.

Qualifying experience:

One year of full-time experience in sanitary, public health or environmental engineering." Additional comments regarding the vacancy. Additional Comments

• The starting salary for this position is $98,298.

This amount is comprised of the base salary of $91,298 with an additional geographic pay differential of $7,000, specific to this title and location. The job rate for this position is $122,252. This amount is comprised of the base salary of $115,252 with an additional geographic pay differential of $7,000, specific to this title and location. Must have a valid driver's license or demonstrate the ability to meet the transportation needs of the position. Travel may be required. Overtime may be required. Overnight travel may be required. 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. 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. The name of the contact person for this vacancy. Name Victoria Marcario The telephone number to use for questions about this vacancy. Telephone 518-402-9273 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 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 your resume to the above. Be sure to include Vacancy #26-212792 on your resume and also in the subject line of your 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. An unofficial copy is acceptable.