Source: New York State Jobs · Bespree is not the employer.
The primary responsibilities of the Assistant Engineer (Environmental) with the Division of Air Resources will be to test and certify air quality monitoring equipment following United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regulations and requirements; conduct performance audits at NYSDEC air quality monitoring sites, ensuring air monitoring equipment meets the specified tolerances.
Detailed reports of all audits documenting audit procedures, results, and the overall condition of each monitoring facility are required to be submitted to Program management.
Detailed logbooks must be kept for all equipment certifications and are subject to review and audit by the EPA.
The Assistant Engineer will be responsible for diagnosing malfunctioning equipment used at monitoring sites, and solving complex problems associated with equipment installation and operation at the laboratory and ambient air quality monitoring sites.
Oversight and assistance with technical research will be required, including coordination and interaction with other engineers, laboratory equipment designers, chemists, and research scientists within the Department and with other state and federal personnel. The Assistant Engineer will support the Section Chief in the research, bidding, acquisition, and evaluation of air quality monitoring equipment utilized by the program and will be responsible for writing and maintaining software programs that will automate laboratory equipment and communicate with data acquisition systems in the laboratory setting.
Essential Functions:
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.
To be eligible for appointment under NY HELPS, candidates must meet the minimum qualifications below:
(Environmental) Minimum Qualifications:
Either
Or
(Environmental) Minimum Qualifications: SG-20
Proof of passing the National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES) Fundamentals of Engineering Examination (FE) AND a qualifying bachelor's degree or higher as listed below; OR proof of passing the National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES) Fundamentals of Engineering Examination (FE) 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.
Candidates may also be appointed via the following, if applicable:
Reassignment
or
Reinstatement
or
Transfer – One year of permanent competitive service in a title designated as appropriate for transfer in accordance with Section 70.1 of Civil Service Law.
55 b/c Appointment
Individuals appointed as an Engineer Trainee are required to complete a minimum of one year of successful performance as an Engineer Trainee and pass the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam. If you pass the FE by the end of the first year, you may be advanced to the Grade 20 Assistant Engineer (Environmental) title. If you do not pass the FE by the end of the second year of the traineeship, you will be terminated from your position.
If appointment is at the Assistant Engineer, SG-20 level, the starting salary for this position is $84,532. This amount is comprised of the base salary of $77,532 with an additional geographic pay differential of $7,000, specific to this title and location.
The job rate for this position is $105,354. This amount is comprised of the base salary of $98,354 with an additional geographic pay differential of $7,000, specific to this title and location.
Please note, this is not extended to any trainee titles.If appointed at trainee level, you will receive differential upon advancement to grade
20.
Actual work schedule, duties and travel requirements may vary and will be discussed at the interview.
If applying, please include a copy of your qualifying transcript(s) and a current
resume.
Must have a valid driver’s license or demonstrate the ability to meet the transportation needs of the position.
Transportation needs of this position require use of a state vehicle and adhering to the Department’s Vehicle Policy.
You must have and maintain a valid driver’s license for this position.
Must be able to negotiate difficult terrain.
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 50 pounds.
Telecommuting may be available up to 50% of work schedule, will be discussed at interview.
We offer a work-life balance and a generous benefits package, worth 65% of salary, including:
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.
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).
New York State agencies, departments, and public authorities provide services across healthcare, engineering, administration, public safety, the trades, and other areas.
Source: New York State Jobs · Bespree is not the employer.
The primary responsibilities of the Assistant Engineer (Environmental) with the Division of Air Resources will be to test and certify air quality monitoring equipment following United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regulations and requirements; conduct performance audits at NYSDEC air quality monitoring sites, ensuring air monitoring equipment meets the specified tolerances.
Detailed reports of all audits documenting audit procedures, results, and the overall condition of each monitoring facility are required to be submitted to Program management.
Detailed logbooks must be kept for all equipment certifications and are subject to review and audit by the EPA.
The Assistant Engineer will be responsible for diagnosing malfunctioning equipment used at monitoring sites, and solving complex problems associated with equipment installation and operation at the laboratory and ambient air quality monitoring sites.
Oversight and assistance with technical research will be required, including coordination and interaction with other engineers, laboratory equipment designers, chemists, and research scientists within the Department and with other state and federal personnel. The Assistant Engineer will support the Section Chief in the research, bidding, acquisition, and evaluation of air quality monitoring equipment utilized by the program and will be responsible for writing and maintaining software programs that will automate laboratory equipment and communicate with data acquisition systems in the laboratory setting.
Essential Functions:
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.
To be eligible for appointment under NY HELPS, candidates must meet the minimum qualifications below:
(Environmental) Minimum Qualifications:
Either
Or
(Environmental) Minimum Qualifications: SG-20
Proof of passing the National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES) Fundamentals of Engineering Examination (FE) AND a qualifying bachelor's degree or higher as listed below; OR proof of passing the National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES) Fundamentals of Engineering Examination (FE) 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.
Candidates may also be appointed via the following, if applicable:
Reassignment
or
Reinstatement
or
Transfer – One year of permanent competitive service in a title designated as appropriate for transfer in accordance with Section 70.1 of Civil Service Law.
55 b/c Appointment
Individuals appointed as an Engineer Trainee are required to complete a minimum of one year of successful performance as an Engineer Trainee and pass the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam. If you pass the FE by the end of the first year, you may be advanced to the Grade 20 Assistant Engineer (Environmental) title. If you do not pass the FE by the end of the second year of the traineeship, you will be terminated from your position.
If appointment is at the Assistant Engineer, SG-20 level, the starting salary for this position is $84,532. This amount is comprised of the base salary of $77,532 with an additional geographic pay differential of $7,000, specific to this title and location.
The job rate for this position is $105,354. This amount is comprised of the base salary of $98,354 with an additional geographic pay differential of $7,000, specific to this title and location.
Please note, this is not extended to any trainee titles.If appointed at trainee level, you will receive differential upon advancement to grade
20.
Actual work schedule, duties and travel requirements may vary and will be discussed at the interview.
If applying, please include a copy of your qualifying transcript(s) and a current
resume.
Must have a valid driver’s license or demonstrate the ability to meet the transportation needs of the position.
Transportation needs of this position require use of a state vehicle and adhering to the Department’s Vehicle Policy.
You must have and maintain a valid driver’s license for this position.
Must be able to negotiate difficult terrain.
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 50 pounds.
Telecommuting may be available up to 50% of work schedule, will be discussed at interview.
We offer a work-life balance and a generous benefits package, worth 65% of salary, including:
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.
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).
New York State agencies, departments, and public authorities provide services across healthcare, engineering, administration, public safety, the trades, and other areas.