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AgencyEnvironmental Conservation, Department of

TitleEnvironmental Chemist 3

Occupational CategoryI.T. Engineering, Sciences

Salary Grade27

Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)

Salary RangeFrom $106898 to $131665 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Provisional

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 10%

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 8:30 AM

To 4:30 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

County Albany

Street Address 625 Broadway

City Albany

StateNY

Zip Code12233

Duties Description Reporting to the Bureau Director, the incumbent will oversee the implementation of the Pesticide Registration Program in the Bureau of Pesticides Management. Specific duties include supervising Pesticide Product Registration Section staff; registering pesticides in accordance with state and federal laws and regulations; assigning projects to staff and overseeing the completion of projects; overseeing the technical assistance efforts in the section; developing and managing section’s workplans, assignments, and administrative procedures to ensure goals are met; developing regulations, policies, and guidance related to pesticide registration; conducting outreach to the regulated community, general public, and Department staff. Responding to inquiries and correspondence from the public, division, and Department. Preparing or overseeing the development of contracts for Pesticide Prodcut Registration Section programs.

Essential Functions:

Effectively communicating both orally and in writing. Interacting professionally with Department staff, the public, regulated community, and other state agencies.

Minimum Qualifications Minimum Qualifications:

For Provisional Appointment:

One year of permanent competitive or 55-b/55-c service as an Environmental Chemist 2.

For Permanent Appointment:

Reassignment - Currently in the title and an employee of DEC.
or

Reinstatement Eligible - Previously held the title on a permanent competitive basis.

For Non-Competitive Promotion:

If there are no more than three individuals interested from among those in the departmental promotion field, it may be possible to make a permanent appointment via non-competitive promotion. To be eligible for non-competitive promotion, candidates must be actively employed by or on leave from the Department of Environmental Conservation and have one year of permanent competitive or 55-b/55-c service as an Environmental Chemist 2.

Preferred Qualifications:

Strong organizational and supervisory skills. Knowledge of the state and federal laws regarding pesticide registration. Knowledge of databases. Knowledge of contracting procedures.

Additional Comments 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:

• 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.

Name Scott Mathews

Telephone 518-402-9273

Fax (518) 402-9038

Email Address PostingResponses@dec.ny.gov

Address

Street 625 Broadway

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12233

Notes on ApplyingPlease email/mail resume indicating your interest in this position to the above. Be sure to include 26-218898 on your resume and also in the subject line of your email or it may not be accepted.

PLEASE SUBMIT A COPY OF YOUR TRANSCRIPT WITH YOUR RESUME. Unofficial copy is acceptable.