Environmental Chemist 3

Overview 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 Product 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 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 Information 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). #J-18808-Ljbffr