What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Geologist/Geologist Trainee position at New York State Department of Environmental...?
Looking for a career where you can make a positive social impact? How about job stability and financial security? Work-life balance and skill development? Working for the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) offers these opportunities, and more! Working in the DEC is a great opportunity to engage in a field where candidates will help to protect and enhance our environment at a time in which there are ambitious plans and opportunities to be part of finding solutions to the biggest issues we face, including reducing greenhouse gas emissions, supporting/implementing water quality and protection programs, cleaning up hazardous waste and brownfield sites that foster redevelopment, and tackling our solid waste challenges.
The DEC’s Division of Environmental Remediation (DER) is actively recruiting, interviewing, and hiring qualified geologist candidates for a position at our Albany office from $72,001 to $98,381, annually. See the posting here: https://statejobs.ny.gov/public/vacancyDetailsView.cfm?id=178622. Apply by February 5th, 2025 by simply sending your resume to PostingResponses@dec.ny.gov, including “Posting # 25-178622” on your resume and also in the subject line of the email or it may not be accepted. Prospective applicants can review all the great benefits that come with working for New York State here: https://dec.ny.gov/about/employment/permanent/benefits, including generous leave time and a pension plan.
This position is for a project manager in Remedial Bureau D, Section D. Duties of this position will include management and oversight of responsible parties implementing remedial programs under Department issued Orders on Consent, State-funded remedial programs, RCRA facilities, and/or working with EPA on Federal lead remedial projects. Management includes all aspects of the remedial program, including work plan development, investigation, design, remediation, and site management phases, as well as review and evaluation of documents, to ensure conformance with current geological standards and Department regulations, standards, guidance, and policies. Duties will also include budgeting, preparing and responding to written correspondence, making public presentations, and interacting with the public. Field work, including periodic overnight travel and compliance with OSHA HAZWOPER requirements, may at times be required. Refer to the job posting for further details.
DEC is an equal opportunity employer.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $72,001.00 - $98,381.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: In person
Salary : $72,001 - $98,381
