Environmental Program Specialist 1 / Trainee 1 / 2 - NY HELPS
Environmental Conservation, Department of · Suffolk · New York
- Role
- Data scientist
- Posted
- Sep 28, 2026
- Closes
- Oct 14, 2026
- Salary
- $56,183 to $88,970 Annually
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Summary
Environmental Program Specialist 1 position at NYSDEC Region 1 in the Division of Water located in Stony Brook, NY. The role assists with implementation of State Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (SPDES), water withdrawal, well drilling, storm water management, coastal management, and floodplain management programs. Responsibilities include permit compliance tracking, data analysis and reporting, inspections, compliance and enforcement coordination, providing technical assistance to regulated parties, and conducting field inspections.
Key qualifications
- 4-6 years of experience (depending on level) in program policy development and implementation, rules and regulations interpretation, and procurement document management
- Experience with data collection, analysis, qualitative/quantitative policy analyses, and technical report writing
- Bachelor's degree may substitute for four years of experience; advanced degrees provide additional credit
- Valid driver's license and ability to meet transportation needs of the position
- Ability to work in remote areas, adverse weather conditions, negotiate difficult terrain, and lift up to 50 pounds
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