What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mineral Resources Specialist 1 / 2 - NY HELPS position at Environmental Conservation, Department of?
The duties that the incumbent of the vacancy will be expected to perform. Duties Description As Mineral Resources Specialist 1, the incumbent will perform entry-level professional mineral resources work under the supervision of higher-level staff. The incumbent will be advanced, without further examination, to a Mineral Resources Specialist 2 after one year of satisfactory service as a Mineral Resources Specialist 1. As a Mineral Resources Specialist 1/2, the incumbent will: • Support the Division's annual well and facility reporting process, including year-end quality control reviews and reports of datasets to key stakeholders, using e-business applications for the collection of data.• Support existing workload associated with the Division's leasing program, which includes tracking of revenue payments made to the state for oil, gas, and salt production, and underground storage of gas on state lands.• Assist with the regulation of underground gas storage facilities, solution salt mining project reviews, and conduct well inspections and other field work in support of regional operations.• Assist in developing and managing computerized information systems.• Perform basic analyses/studies that may include generating maps, records, reports, etc.
The minimum qualifications required for this vacancy. Minimum Qualifications 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.Mineral Resources Specialist 1 - Bachelor's or higher-level degreein engineering, geochemistry, geology, geophysics, orgeosciences.Mineral Resources Specialist 2 - Bachelor's or higher-level degreein engineering, geochemistry, geology, geophysics, orgeosciences AND one year of professional-level experience indrilling development, or production for oil, gas, solution mining,or underground gas storage.Note - Experience in the drilling, development, and production ofwater wells is NOT qualifying experience.For Permanent Appointment: Reassignment - Currently in the title and an employee of DEC or,Reinstatement Eligible - Previously held the title on a permanentcompetitive basis or held a title as indicated under the transfereligible section on a permanent competitive basis or,Transfer Eligible - Mineral Resources Specialist 1 - One year ofpermanent competitive service at Salary Grade 13 or higher and: Eligible for transfer under Section 70.4: Must meet the opencompetitive minimum qualifications.Mineral Resources Specialist 2 - One year of permanentcompetitive service at Salary Grade 18 or higher and either: Eligible for transfer under Section 70.4: Must meet the opencompetitive minimum qualifications. OrEligible for transfer under Section 70.1: One year of permanentcompetitive services as a Mined Land Reclamation Specialist 1 ora Mineral Resources Technician 2.55-b/55-c Candidates must meet the open competitive minimumqualifications and include with their resume or application,a copy of the letter from Civil Service which indicates approvalfor the 55-b/55-c program.If you are on an examination eligible list for the position title, you do not need to respond to this posting UNLESS you are alsoeligible for appointment by transfer, reinstatement orreassignment as defined above; or the appointment type isprovisional or temporary. The eligible list(s) will be canvassed asappropriate. Always respond to an eligible list canvass.
Additional comments regarding the vacancy. Additional Comments Must have a valid driver’s license or demonstrate the ability to meet the transportation needs of the 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.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.
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The minimum qualifications required for this vacancy. Minimum Qualifications 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.Mineral Resources Specialist 1 - Bachelor's or higher-level degreein engineering, geochemistry, geology, geophysics, orgeosciences.Mineral Resources Specialist 2 - Bachelor's or higher-level degreein engineering, geochemistry, geology, geophysics, orgeosciences AND one year of professional-level experience indrilling development, or production for oil, gas, solution mining,or underground gas storage.Note - Experience in the drilling, development, and production ofwater wells is NOT qualifying experience.For Permanent Appointment: Reassignment - Currently in the title and an employee of DEC or,Reinstatement Eligible - Previously held the title on a permanentcompetitive basis or held a title as indicated under the transfereligible section on a permanent competitive basis or,Transfer Eligible - Mineral Resources Specialist 1 - One year ofpermanent competitive service at Salary Grade 13 or higher and: Eligible for transfer under Section 70.4: Must meet the opencompetitive minimum qualifications.Mineral Resources Specialist 2 - One year of permanentcompetitive service at Salary Grade 18 or higher and either: Eligible for transfer under Section 70.4: Must meet the opencompetitive minimum qualifications. OrEligible for transfer under Section 70.1: One year of permanentcompetitive services as a Mined Land Reclamation Specialist 1 ora Mineral Resources Technician 2.55-b/55-c Candidates must meet the open competitive minimumqualifications and include with their resume or application,a copy of the letter from Civil Service which indicates approvalfor the 55-b/55-c program.If you are on an examination eligible list for the position title, you do not need to respond to this posting UNLESS you are alsoeligible for appointment by transfer, reinstatement orreassignment as defined above; or the appointment type isprovisional or temporary. The eligible list(s) will be canvassed asappropriate. Always respond to an eligible list canvass.
Additional comments regarding the vacancy. Additional Comments Must have a valid driver’s license or demonstrate the ability to meet the transportation needs of the 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.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.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
