<p>Please note: State agencies that contact job applicants do not usually request personal or financial information via text message or over the phone in connection with your response to a job posting. If you are contacted for such information by these methods, or any other method, please verify the identity of the individual before transmitting such information to that person.</p> <p>Note: For questions about the job posting, please contact the agency that posted this position by using the contact information provided on the "Contact" tab for the position.</p> <p>Review Vacancy</p> <p>Date Posted 03/17/25</p> <p>Applications Due04/02/25</p> <p>Vacancy ID182962</p> <ul> <li>Basics </li><li>Schedule </li><li>Location </li><li>Job Specifics </li><li>How to Apply </li></ul> <p>NY HELPYes</p> <p>AgencyEnvironmental Conservation, Department of</p> <p>TitleMineral Resources Specialist 1 / 2 - NY HELPS</p> <p>Occupational CategoryI.T. Engineering, Sciences</p> <p>Salary GradeNS</p> <p>Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)</p> <p>Salary RangeFrom $55152 to $91381 Annually</p> <p>Employment Type Full-Time</p> <p>Appointment Type Contingent Permanent</p> <p>Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class</p> <p>Travel Percentage 15%</p> <p>Workweek Mon-Fri</p> <p>Hours Per Week 37.5</p> <p>Workday</p> <p>From 8:30 AM</p> <p>To 4:30 PM</p> <p>Flextime allowed? No</p> <p>Mandatory overtime? No</p> <p>Compressed workweek allowed? No</p> <p>Telecommuting allowed? Yes</p> <p>County Albany</p> <p>Street Address 625 Broadway</p> <p>City Albany</p> <p>StateNY</p> <p>Zip Code12233</p> <p>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</p> <ol> <li>As a Mineral Resources Specialist 1/2, the incumbent will: </li></ol> <ul> <li>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. </li><li>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. </li><li>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. </li><li>Assist in developing and managing computerized information systems. </li><li>Perform basic analyses/studies that may include generating maps, records, reports, etc. </li></ul> <p>Minimum Qualifications This title is part of the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide Program (NY HELPS).</p> <p>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.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>Mineral Resources Specialist 1 - Bachelor's or higher-level degree</p> <p>in engineering, geochemistry, geology, geophysics, or</p> <p>geosciences.</p> <p>Mineral Resources Specialist 2 - Bachelor's or higher-level degree</p> <p>in engineering, geochemistry, geology, geophysics, or</p> <p>geosciences AND one year of professional-level experience in</p> <p>drilling development, or production for oil, gas, solution mining,</p> <p>or underground gas storage.</p> <p>Note - Experience in the drilling, development, and production of</p> <p>water wells is NOT qualifying experience.</p> <p>For Permanent Appointment:</p> <p>Reassignment - Currently in the title and an employee of DEC or,</p> <p>Reinstatement Eligible - Previously held the title on a permanent</p> <p>competitive basis or held a title as indicated under the transfer</p> <p>eligible section on a permanent competitive basis or,</p> <p>Transfer Eligible - Mineral Resources Specialist 1 - One year of</p> <p>permanent competitive service at Salary Grade 13 or higher and:</p> <p>Eligible for transfer under Section 70.4: Must meet the open</p> <p>competitive minimum qualifications.</p> <p>Mineral Resources Specialist 2 - One year of permanent</p> <p>competitive service at Salary Grade 18 or higher and either:</p> <p>Eligible for transfer under Section 70.4: Must meet the open</p> <p>competitive minimum qualifications.</p> <p>Or</p> <p>Eligible for transfer under Section 70.1: One year of permanent</p> <p>competitive services as a Mined Land Reclamation Specialist 1 or</p> <p>a Mineral Resources Technician 2.</p> <p>55-b/55-c Candidates must meet the open competitive minimum</p> <p>qualifications and include with their resume or application,</p> <p>a copy of the letter from Civil Service which indicates approval</p> <p>for the 55-b/55-c program.</p> <p>If you are on an examination eligible list for the position title, you</p> <p>do not need to respond to this posting UNLESS you are also</p> <p>eligible for appointment by transfer, reinstatement or</p> <p>reassignment as defined above; or the appointment type is</p> <p>provisional or temporary. The eligible list(s) will be canvassed as</p> <p>appropriate. Always respond to an eligible list canvass.</p> <p>Additional Comments Must have a valid driver's license or demonstrate the ability to meet the transportation needs of the position.</p> <p>Must be able to negotiate difficult terrain.</p> <p>Must be able to work in adverse weather conditions.</p> <p>Travel may be required.</p> <p>Overtime may be required.</p> <p>Overnight travel may be required.</p> <p>Telecommuting may be available, will be discussed at interview.</p> <p>We offer a work-life balance and a generous benefits package, worth 65% of salary, including:</p> <ul> <li>Holiday & Paid Time Off </li><li>Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) </li><li>Pension from New York State Employees' Retirement System </li><li>Shift & Geographic pay differentials </li><li>Affordable Health Care options </li><li>Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost </li><li>NYS Deferred Compensation plan </li><li>Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, and U.S. Savings Bonds </li><li>And many more... </li></ul> <p>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.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.</p> <p>Name Amanda Le</p> <p>Telephone 518-402-9273</p> <p>Fax 518-402-9038</p> <p>Email Address PostingResponses@dec.ny.gov</p> <p>Address</p> <p>Street 625 Broadway</p> <p>City Albany</p> <p>State NY</p> <p>Zip Code 12233</p> <p>Notes on ApplyingPlease email/mail your resume to the above. Be sure to include Posting #25-182962 on your letter/resume and also in the subject line of the email or it may not be accepted. If you are qualified based on your education, you must also include a copy of your college transcript. An unofficial copy is acceptable.</p>