Environmental Program Specialist 1/Trainee 1 and 2 (NY ...

NY HELP Yes Agency Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation, Office of Title Environmental Program Specialist 1/Trainee 1 and 2 (NY HELPS) Occupational Category No Preference Salary Grade 18 Bargaining Unit PS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF) Salary Range From $53764 to $85138 Annually Employment Type Full-Time Appointment Type Permanent Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class Travel Percentage 0% Workweek Mon-Fri Hours Per Week 37.50 Workday From 9 AM To 5 PM Flextime allowed? No Mandatory overtime? No Compressed workweek allowed? No Telecommuting allowed? Yes County Albany Street Address 625 Broadway City Albany State NY Zip Code 12238 Duties Description The Environmental Program Specialist 1, SG-18, is assigned to the Division of Environmental Stewardship and Planning. The Environmental Program Specialist 1 serves as an Environmental Planner and will plan and implement on agency initiatives, including park and historic site comprehensive plans, management plans, strategic development plans, natural resource protection projects, and Statewide planning initiatives. This position will report to the Environmental Program Specialist (NR) 3, SG-27.The Environmental Program Specialist 1 duties include but are not limited to:u2022 Prepare comprehensive plans and other planning documents for Parks and Sites using sound planning principles and practices.u2022 Performs field work to collect data/information or implement plan objectives.u2022 Oversees the preparation of appropriate documentation, including GIS maps and written text, diagrams, and photographs.u2022 Engages in regular communication with the public on planning projects including but not limited to easement holders, adjacent landowners, regional stakeholders, and any other affected parties. u2022 Reviews work plans and activities for conservation and preservation analysis.u2022 Coordinate reviews and environmental impacts analyses of Park and Site comprehensive plans and other planning documents.u2022 Work effectively with GIS specialists, environmental analysts, biologists, regional and capital staff, and other recreation planners in the development of comprehensive plans, planning reports and other planning documents for the Parks and Historic Sites Systemu2022 Reviews plans or certification documents for completeness.u2022 Assess the implementation of adopted plans and make recommendations regarding improvements.u2022 Compare and review park/site capital projects with existing comprehensive plans and other planning documents for consistency and environmental review compliance.u2022 May conduct inventories and research related to planning for Parks and Sites. Works with the planning team to identify data gaps and develop methodologies to collect that data (visitor survey or resource inventories). May assist with the collection and solicitation of data needed for the analysis. u2022 Verifies that field activities (such as visitor surveys or resource inventories) are conducted in accordance with agency policies and parameters identified by the planning team. u2022 Works with GIS staff and/or Statistics staff to prepare and assemble coverages/data sets necessary to conduct analysis.u2022 Prepares maps and/or graphics depicting the analysis results. u2022 Participates in outreach projects and presentations involving partners, interested parties, and local schools and universities.u2022 Set up and coordinate public participation such as information meetings and hearings.u2022 Develop scope of services for special studies related to comprehensive plans and other planning documents for the Parks and Sites System.u2022 Provide presentations to agency decision-makers on the status of planning efforts in the State Parks and Historic Sites Systemu2022 Organize and coordinate intra-agency working groups.u2022 Organize and coordinate study groups consisting of representatives of interest groups, local officials and interested citizens for ongoing planning initiatives.u2022 May supervise subordinate technical staff or train new incoming staff .u2022 Review local development projects adjacent to parkland for impacts to the Agencyu2019s land holdings. Minimum Qualifications NY HELPS Qualifications: This title is part of the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide Program (NY HELPS).To be considered for appointment through NY HELPS, or 55 b/c, candidates must meet the open-competitive minimum qualifications for this position. The qualifications are:Environmental Program Specialist Trainee 1, SG-14: A bachelor's or higher degree in accounting, agricultural engineering, agricultural science, agronomy, animal science, atmospheric science, aquatic science, bacteriology, biochemistry, bioengineering, biology, botany, business administration, chemical engineering, chemistry, civil engineering, civil engineering technology, climate change, coastal resources management, communications, computer engineering, computer science, construction engineering, conservation biology, cultural resources and historic preservation studies, data analysis, earth sciences, ecology, economics, ecosystem management, engineering technology, environmental biology, environmental education, environmental education and interpretation, environmental engineering, environmental health, environmental planning, environmental policy, environmental science, environmental studies, environmental toxicology, fisheries and wildlife sciences, forest engineering, forest resource management, forest science, forestry, genetics, geochemistry, geographic information systems, geography, geological engineering, geology, hydrology, industrial design, industrial engineering, landscape architecture, marine science, mathematics ,manufacturing engineering technology, mechanical engineering technology, mechanical engineering, meteorology, microbiology, molecular biology, natural resources, natural resources conservation, natural resources management, natural resources planning, natural science, packaging science, physicalscience, physics, product design, public administration, public policy studies, sustainability, toxicology, ban forestry, urban planning, urban studies, water resource engineering, water resources management, wildlife management, wildlife science, or zoology.For Environmental Program Specialist Trainee 2, SG 16 you must also have:Either 1. One year of qualifying professional experience; OR2. A master's or higher degree qualifying degreeFor the Environmental Program Specialist 1, SG 18 you must also have:Either 1. Two years of qualifying professional experience; OR2. A master's or higher degree qualifying degree AND One year of qualifying professional experienceQualifying experience is defined as: Experience in a position where you have responsibility for the following: development and implementation of program policies and procedures; preparing and interpreting rules and regulations; development, preparation, and management of procurement(solicitation) documents, contracts, and/or grants; providing non-engineering technical assistance and information to consultants, public officials, and facility managers; collecting data, review in alternatives, performing qualitative or quantitative policy analyses; writing technical or programmatic reports; developing, implementing, analyzing, and evaluating programs; developing and implementing expenditure plans, procuring external funding sources, collecting and forecasting the impact of funding and/or organizational change efforts; assisting with the development of environmental public information campaigns.For the duration of the NY HELPS Program, this title maybe 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. Your name will be restricted from appointment from the eligible list until your position is covered-in to the competitive class by action of the New York State Civil Service Commission or otherwise obtain permanent competitive status in the PETITIVE QUALIFICATIONS:Reassignment Qualifications:You must be a current New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation (OPRHP) employee with one year of permanent, competitive or 55-b/55-c service as Environmental Program Specialist 1, SG-18. Eligible List Qualifications: Candidates may also be qualified for permanent competitive appointment if reachable on the Professional Careers Opportunities eligible list or Public Administration Traineeship Transition Program eligible list. Transfer Qualifications: Eligible for transfer under Section 70.1 of Civil Service Law which requires one year of permanent, competitive status in a qualifying title. Qualifying titles include, Biologist (All Parenthetics), Environmental Program Specialist 1 (Natural Resources), Climate Policy Analyst, Engineer Trainee, Environmental Analyst 1, Environmental Engineering Technician 3, Environmental Radiation Specialist 1, Geologist Trainee, Mined and Land Reclamation Specialist, Pesticide Control Specialist 1, Pesticide Control Specialist 2, Public Participation Specialist 1, and Sanitary Construction Inspector 2.55-b/c Qualifications:This position is eligible for 55b/c appointment, and candidates with 55b/c eligibility are encouraged to apply. To be eligible for a 55b/c appointment, candidate must be currently enrolled in the Civil Service 55b/c program and must meet the minimum qualifications listed above. To be considered, you must provide a copy of your letter of eligibility with your response and meet the minimum qualifications listed above.It is essential that candidates clearly and concisely indicate exactly how they meet the above minimum qualifications in their resume. Failure to show how you meet the minimum qualifications above may result in disqualification and removal from consideration.If verifiable, we will accept and prorate appropriate part-time and volunteer experience. Additional Comments Approved Salary Ranges: u2022 Environmental Program Specialist Trainee 1, SG-14 - $53,764-$68,630Environmental Program Specialist Trainee 2, SG-16 - $59,994 - $76,359Environmental Program Specialist 1, SG-18 - $66,951- $85,138BENEFITS:Generous benefits package, worth approximately 65% of salary, including:Paid Time Offu2022 PEF: 44 days u2013 13 vacation days, 13 sick days, and 5 personal leave days, 13 holidaysu2022 Three (3) days of professional leave annually to participate in professional developmentHealth Care Benefits:u2022 Eligible employees and dependents can pick from a variety of affordable health insurance programsu2022 Family dental and vision benefits at no additional costAdditional Benefits:u2022 New York State Employeesu2019 Retirement System (ERS) Membershipu2022 NYS Deferred Compensationu2022 Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, as well as U.S. Savings Bondsu2022 Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)u2022 Paid Parental LeaveTo learn more about our benefits, visit: Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity. Name Personnel Telephone Fax Email Address Address Street 625 Broadway Ave City Albany State NY Zip Code 12238 Notes on Applying If you feel you meet the minimum qualifications and are interested in being considered for this vacancy, please forward your resume to with the Subject line u201cEnvironmental Program Specialist 1 item 02062u201d or mail your resume to Annette Sattinger, Human Resources, 625 Broadway, Albany NY 12238.All qualified persons are invited an encouraged to apply. It is the responsibility of each applicant to accurately describe their experience and demonstrate that they meet the minimum qualifications and operational needs for the position.

Created: 2025-11-12