Public Participation Specialist 2 - NY HELPS (2 Positions)
Environmental Conservation, Department of · Albany · New York
- Role
- Policy analyst
- Posted
- Sep 30, 2026
- Closes
- Oct 21, 2026
- Salary
- $81,642 to $103,513 Annually
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Summary
The Public Participation Specialist 2 supports public outreach activities for the New York Department of Environmental Conservation's Central Office Bureau of Public Outreach. The role involves designing and implementing public participation programming, coordinating public meetings and events, developing informational materials, supervising staff, and serving as a liaison between DEC programs and the public. The position requires excellent communication skills and the ability to work with diverse stakeholders including elected officials, the press, and community members.
Key qualifications
- Seven years of experience in natural resources management, environmental planning, public policy analysis, public information, or public relations and outreach
- Experience developing and delivering professional presentations to technical or lay audiences
- Experience moderating, coordinating, facilitating, or leading public or stakeholder group meetings
- Valid driver's license required
- Experience developing and implementing public involvement programs or activities
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