Review Vacancy
TitleProfessional Engineer 4 (Civil/Transportation) (NY HELPS) #04282
Occupational CategoryI.T. Engineering, Sciences
Bargaining UnitM/C - Managerial/Confidential (Unrepresented)
Salary RangeFrom $164771 to $199703 Annually
Appointment Type Contingent Permanent
Duties Description Reporting directly to the Director, Waterways Maintenance & Operations, the incumbent of this position is responsible for managing the overall maintenance and operations for the New York State Canal System, Eastern Region (Erie Canal Locks E-2 through E-22 and Champlain Canal Locks C-1 through C-12) containing the Ft. Edward, Waterford, Fonda and Utica/Rome Sections. Duties include, but are not limited to:
• Supervising Transportation Maintenance Engineer 1s (Waterways) who oversee maintenance, operations, and floating plant staff;
• Supervising subordinate regional engineering and administrative staff;
• Serving as local liaison to Elected Officials, local municipalities, and representatives of other State and Federal agencies;
• Responsibility for Division oversight of the issuance and enforcement of Canal Use and Occupancy Permits and Canal Work Permits;
• Developing, implementing and monitoring repair and rehabilitation projects; reviewing completed work;
• Administering comprehensive programs involving the management of priorities, data gathering, monitoring of conditions, and implementing solutions when necessary;
• Providing recommendations regarding the sale and lease of Canal Corporation property;
• Preparing the Annual Division Budget request; monitoring expenditures throughout the year;
• Administering the purchasing and requisition program; approving and monitoring all purchases;
The Waterford and Utica/Rome Sections also contain Floating Plants:
• Overseeing the hiring of Canal Corporation staff;
• Participating in Emergency planning and response;
• Responsibility for enforcement and consistency in the implementation of Canal policies, procedures, guidelines, and standards;
• Representing and assisting the Director of Waterways Maintenance, as needed;
• Performing other professional engineering tasks as necessary.
• Some travel will be involved with this position; details will be discussed at the interview.
Minimum Qualifications Transfer:
Candidates must have one year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service in a title eligible for transfer under the provisions of Section 52.6 and/or Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law.
Departmental Promotion List:
Candidates must be reachable for appointment from the current Civil Service promotion list (List #31-141-020) to be eligible for consideration.
***Please note that candidates must possess licensure and current registration with the NYS Education Department as a licensed professional engineer at the time of appointment and maintain licensure and current registration for the duration of their appointment. Candidates and employees who do not successfully maintain licensure and current registration as a licensed professional engineer may not be retained.***
Additional Comments Canal Corporation Engineering Opportunities
The New York State Canal Corporation relies upon engineers to ensure the safe, reliable operation of the 524 miles of the canal system within New York State. The canal system, with its rich history and vital economic impact on the communities it passes through, provides opportunities and unique professional challenges for engineers looking to advance their skillsets and knowledge base. For more information, about Engineering opportunities with the Canal Corporation, including information about the online training and experience questionnaire candidates can fill out to be put on a Civil Service list for hiring, can be found here:
https://www.canals.ny.gov/about/jobs/index.html
Please note that workday schedule options, Overtime eligibility, as well as telecommuting options, for this position will be discussed with candidates during the interview.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
***This position may be filled in either Albany or Rome.***
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Name Recruitment@canals.ny.gov
Email Address Recruitment@canals.ny.gov
Address
Notes on Applying**E-MAIL SUBMISSION PREFERRED**
Interested candidates who meet the minimum qualifications for the position should send a cover letter and resume by the application deadline of August 11, 2026, to recruitment@canals.ny.gov. Please include the position title, “Professional Engineer 4 (C/T) (#04282)” in the subject line of your email to ensure receipt of your application.
The New York State Canal Corporation offers its employees a generous and comprehensive benefits plan, which includes:
Holiday & Paid Time Off
• Nine (9) paid holidays annually
• Four (4) paid floating holidays annually
• New Employees can earn up to thirteen (13) days of paid vacation leave annually in their first year
• Current NYS Employees may increase their annual paid vacation leave up to and including twenty (20) days
• Earn five (5) days of paid personal leave annually
• Earn up to thirteen (13) days of paid sick leave annually
Health Benefits
• Participation in the New York State Health Insurance Program (NYSHIP) and access to their variety of affordable health insurance options
• Pre-Tax contribution program
• Dental and Vision benefits at no additional cost
• Opt-Out incentive program
• Flex Spending Account (FSA)
Additional Benefits
• PEF representation and access to their benefits, including a tuition benefits program that provides financial assistance to permanent, full-time employees providing a payment of 90% of tuition, up to 15 credit hours annually, for satisfactorily completed (i.e., passing) courses.
• Employee Assistance Program
• Professional development and promotional opportunities
• Public Service Workshops Program (PSWP)
• Qualified employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• New York State Employees’ Retirement System (ERS) Membership
• NYS Deferred Compensation
• And many more…
The New York Power Authority/New York State Canal Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer.
The New York Power Authority and Canal Corporation believes that diversity, equity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage women, people of color, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents and veterans to apply. As an equal opportunity employer, NYPA/Canals is committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect communities across New York and enthusiastically serve them. We proudly celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race/color, creed/religion, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, age, disability, military status, gender/sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy and related conditions, familial/marital status, domestic violence victim status, predisposing genetic characteristics, arrest/criminal conviction record or any other category protected by law.
NYPA/Canals will also provide reasonable accommodations during the hiring process related to candidates’ disabilities, pregnancy-related conditions, religious observances/practices and/or domestic violence concerns. To request an accommodation, please email?accessibility@nypa.gov.
Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from the candidate before such time, please contact the Governor’s Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at info@goer.ny.gov.