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Managing Attorney or Managing Director, International Program

<div>Earthjustice is the premier nonprofit environmental law organization.  We take on the biggest, most precedent-setting cases across the country. We wield the power of law and the strength of partnership to protect people’s health; to preserve magnificent places and wildlife; to advance clean energy; and to combat climate change. We partner with thousands of groups, supporters, individuals and communities to engage the critical environmental issues of our time, and bring about positive change. We are here because the earth needs a good lawyer.       </div><div><br>Founded in 1971, Earthjustice has a distinguished track record of achieving significant, lasting environmental protections. We achieve this by hiring people who share a passion for justice and a healthy environment. Our headquarters are in San Francisco with offices in Anchorage, Juneau, Los Angeles, Tallahassee, Honolulu, Houston, New York, New Orleans, Philadelphia, Denver, Seattle, Bozeman, Miami and Washington, DC.       </div><div>       </div><div>Leveraging guidance from the AVP of HR Partnership, Strategy, and Operations (“AVP”) and HR Partner team, the successful candidate will provide HR support to a specific portfolio of business units (client groups) across the organization. The role acts as a strategic HR consultant and coach to dedicated groups and advises subject matter experts within HR regarding programs and policies. The position must be able to consult and advise all levels of staff across a broad multitude of subjects, including but not limited to employee relations, performance management, talent and organizational development, compensation, diversity, equity and inclusion (“DEI”) and employee engagement to recommend solutions and guidance that embody Earthjustice’s core values and strategic objectives. The successful candidate will need to collaborate closely with the HR Partner team to understand context, history, policies, and relationships corresponding to each client group in order to effectively deploy solutions and counsel.        </div><div>       </div><div><strong>The position will be based in our New York office and will be required to work in-office at least once per week. </strong>       </div><div><br>This position is a full-time role and the staff member will be expected to work standard business hours eastern time Monday-Friday.       </div><div>       </div><div><strong>Responsibilities</strong>       </div><div><br>Employee Support – (Full employee lifecycle) (65%)       </div><div><ul><li>Build relationships with staff at all levels and be a trusted advisor in the areas of professional development, recruitment, performance management, benefits, compensation, and other HR functions. Elevate employee needs to appropriate HR team member for solutions as needed.</li><li>Implement effective employee relations strategies, guidelines, and procedures.</li><li>Conduct and lead investigations related to employee claims and advise leaders, with support from the AVP of HR Partnerships and HR Partners as needed.</li><li>Collaborate closely with the Compensation team to manage the promotion process, ensuring equitable outcomes that adhere to both Earthjustice values as well as internal guidelines and policies.</li><li>Support performance improvement processes, leveraging performance improvement plans and collaboration with leadership to drive optimal outcomes.</li><li>Partner with AVP of HR Partnerships, HR Partners, VP Human Resources, and General Counsel in addressing complex employee relations and performance management concerns/issues.</li><li>Regularly coach managers as they navigate complex interpersonal and team challenges.</li><li>In collaboration with the Compensation team, conduct job description/position assessments and partner with Recruitment to support the hiring process in order to help client groups quickly meet capacity needs.</li><li>Partner with the Compensation team to provide input on compensation strategy and address compensation topics for staff as they arise.</li><li>Champion use of appropriate communication channels for employees to raise issues/concerns.</li><li>Identify internal or external resources to support staff with conflicts, mediations, or other interpersonal needs. Partner closely with the Community, Justice &amp; Impact (our DEI) team regularly to deploy effective guidance and solutions for staff.</li><li>Report trends to HR team/AVP of HR Partnerships/HR Partners regarding employment or management practices that may not align with organizational values or may hinder employees from reaching their full potential.</li><li>Work with AVP of HR Partnerships and HR Partners to create insights from data to inform process and program improvements and share findings with key partners to develop and deliver a plan that links to HR strategy.</li><li>Communicate with employees regarding various concerns, providing prompt guidance and recommendations for timely resolution of issues.</li><li>Promptly address concerns related to applicable Equal Employment Opportunity laws including Title VII, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, and other similar federal and state laws.</li><li>Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws and regulations.</li><li>Demonstrate our Earthjustice values of Justice, Partnership, Inclusion and Excellence.</li><li>Work with the AVP of HR Partnerships and HR Partners to manage the annual employee engagement survey, summarize results, and develop recommended action plan.</li><li>Initiate new hire and exit interviews and present high-level themes to management for continuous improvement.</li><li>Provide new hires with overview of HR functional areas, resources and support as part of onboarding process.</li><li>Support staff offboarding to ensure seamless transitions (managing exit interviews, checking in with departing staff to cover offboarding information, partnering with managers to strategize around backfills of vacant positions)</li></ul>Change Management (20%)       </div><div><ul><li>In partnership with HR and other departmental teams, implement change management plans that maximize employees’ understanding and adoption of new programs and ways of operating.</li><li>Encourage and support employee adoption of new HR technology, programs, and initiatives.</li><li>Develop communication plans and employee engagement plans to support successful roll out of projects/initiatives.</li></ul>Team and Culture Building (10%)       </div><div><ul><li>Partner with teams and staff across the organization to ensure staff members understand and can utilize the HR tools and resources available to them.</li><li>Communicate training and professional development opportunities to staff.</li><li>Share knowledge on utilization and satisfaction of various programs with the Talent Management team.</li><li>Create a learning culture, by encouraging debriefing after completion of significant stages of projects.</li></ul>Professional Development (5%)       </div><div><ul><li>Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; and maintaining personal networks.</li><li>Participate in trainings, webinars, affinity groups, and conversations to continuously deepen understanding of diversity, equity, and inclusion. </li><li>Other duties as assigned.</li></ul><strong>Required Travel</strong> — Occasional travel may be required to regional offices to hold office hours for HR related needs and/or to facilitate trainings.       </div><div>       </div><div><strong>Qualifications</strong>       </div><div><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree or equivalent years of related experience.</li><li>5+ years of experience in Human Resources; extensive experience in providing HR consultancy and managing highly complex employee relations cases is required.</li><li>Experience working in a workplace that prioritizes diversity, equity and inclusion progress strongly preferred.</li><li>Experience managing the offboarding process (both voluntary and involuntary separations).</li><li>Experience navigating performance improvement plans (PIPs) and coaching managers through performance challenges is a must.</li><li>Knowledge of employment law (multi-state), compliance, employee relations required, and experience collaborating with the General Counsel’s office.</li><li>Extensive experience in navigating complex employee relations cases as well as experience with appropriate HR documentation.</li><li>Sound judgment and discretion; able to handle sensitive and confidential information appropriately.</li><li>Highly collaborative style and willingness and demonstrated ability to work in teams.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to identify and develop strong working relationships in a way that builds and maintains trust.</li><li>Demonstrate an awareness and sensitivity to the needs and concerns of individuals from diverse cultures, backgrounds, and orientations.</li><li>High level of emotional intelligence including self-motivation, self-awareness, empathy, ability to give and receive feedback, and outstanding interpersonal skills.</li><li>Contribute to the creation of a diverse, equitable, and inclusive work culture that encourages and celebrates differences.</li><li>Experience working in an organization with multiple offices—and across various time zones.</li><li>Ability to multi-task and be action oriented; exercise independent judgement and decision-making.</li><li>HR Certification preferred (e.g. SHRM-CP, PHR) </li></ul>      </div><div><strong>Compensation: </strong><br> <br>We offer a competitive salary and excellent, comprehensive benefits. We also offer a casual and congenial work environment. <br> <br><strong>Salary range in New York, NY: $125,300 - $139,200</strong>      </div><div>       </div><div><strong>To Apply: </strong>       </div><div>     </div><div>Interested candidates should submit the following materials via Jobvite. Incomplete applications will not be considered.         </div><div>       </div><div><ul><li>Resume.</li><li>Cover letter. </li></ul>     </div><div>Information about our hiring process and tips for success can be found at <a href="https://earthjustice.org/about/jobs/hiring-process">https://earthjustice.org/about/jobs/hiring-process</a>. Please reach out to jobs@earthjustice.org if you are having technical difficulties submitting your application. No phone calls, drop-ins, or hard copies. Earthjustice only considers applications submitted for current openings via Jobvite. Unsolicited resumes or resumes for posted positions that are not submitted via Jobvite will not be reviewed or retained. <br> <br>E<em>arthjustice is driven by a passion for justice, partnership and excellence. Our core values lead us to seek a broad range of perspectives and backgrounds to achieve our mission and to maintain an inclusive environment where all staff are valued and respected. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to employment practices that ensure that employees and applicants for employment are given equal opportunities without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information or any other factor that is not related to the position.         </em><br><em>        </em><br><em>For positions located within the City and County of San Francisco: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.      </em>       </div><div><br><em>For positions located within the City of Los Angeles: We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring. </em>       </div><div>    </div><div><em><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri , sans-serif;">#LI-Hybrid</span> </em>  </div>

HR Partner

<p>Earthjustice is the nation’s largest, oldest, and most active public-interest environmental law organization. Our team of more than 550 staff — including more than 200 lawyers — wields the power of law and the strength of partnership to protect public health, address environmental injustice, defend and restore magnificent places and irreplaceable ecosystems, and transition our economy to 100% clean energy while working to protect people and the planet from climate change. We partner with thousands of groups, tribes, individuals, and communities to address the environmental crises of our time. We are here because the earth needs a good lawyer.   </p><p>Founded in 1971, Earthjustice has a distinguished track record of achieving significant, lasting environmental protections. We achieve this by hiring excellent staff who share a passion for justice and a healthy environment. Our headquarters are in San Francisco with offices in Anchorage, Juneau, Los Angeles, Tallahassee, Miami, Chicago, Honolulu, Houston, New Orleans, New York, Philadelphia, Denver, Seattle, Bozeman, and Washington, D.C.  </p><p>Earthjustice seeks a Managing Attorney for its Community Partnerships Program (CPP). This program works together with frontline communities fighting for a safe, just, and healthy environment. The Program provides community-led movements with legal and advocacy resources to help challenge polluters and ensure access to environmental benefits.  We also provide frontline communities with multifaceted support including litigation, legislative advocacy, policy analysis, and administrative challenges. We act collectively with our community partners to transform social and political structures that stand in the way of equal access to a healthy environment. Community Partnerships Program staff are based in Earthjustice’s offices in Los Angeles, New York, Washington, D.C., and remotely in Sacramento.   </p><p>The Managing Attorney will provide support, guidance, mentorship, and strategic thought partnership for members of the team in connection with litigation, legislative and administrative advocacy, strategy development, communications, and partnership building. The MA will also oversee the day-to-day operations of the program, develop and maintain relationships with clients, partners, and funders, and serve as a primary public face of the Community Partnerships Program. The Managing Attorney will coordinate closely with the VP of Litigation for Healthy Communities on substantive strategy and management, engage with other offices and programs and with the communications and policy departments, and represent the Program on internal advisory bodies and in organizational strategic planning.  </p><p>The Managing Attorney will be based in one of the following Earthjustice offices: Los Angeles, CA; New York, NY; Washington, D.C. This is not a remote work position. Earthjustice teams are working hybrid. </p><p>The Managing Attorney will report to the Vice President of Healthy Communities, who is based in Washington, DC. </p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong> </p><p><span style="text-decoration:underline;">Program (Essential Functions)</span> </p><ul><li>Lead the Program in shaping its litigation and administrative and policy advocacy docket and related strategies, considering institutional priorities and strategic plan objectives, and participate directly in related litigation. </li><li>Provide support, guidance, thought partnership, and mentorship to Program team members in connection with strategic legal and policy advocacy. </li><li>Build and maintain effective, trust-based working relationships with community-based clients and partners, organizational partners, government agencies, and coalitions. </li><li>Work collaboratively with the Policy and Legislation, Development, and Communications teams, and with Earthjustice’s regional and program offices, as necessary, to advance programmatic and institutional goals.  </li><li>Cultivate and maintain relationships with key funders to support the work of the Program, working in partnership with our Development department. </li><li>Serve as a primary public face of the Program, including by working effectively with government officials, with the news media, and with donors (with support from our Policy and Legislation, Communications, and Development teams). </li><li>Actively collaborate with the VP of Litigation for Healthy Communities on vision, strategy, goals, priority setting, metrics, management, and administrative matters.   </li><li>Ensure that the Program team maintains a top-notch litigation and advocacy program that is consistent with the values, policies, and priorities of Earthjustice. </li><li>Serve as an active member of the Managing Attorneys group to help provide institutional leadership and set broader institutional priorities and direction.  </li></ul><p><span style="text-decoration:underline;">Management (Essential Functions) </span> </p><ul><li>Manage and lead a diverse team in a diverse environment with an emphasis on emotional intelligence, cultural competency, and maintaining a positive, supportive, and cohesive team dynamic. </li><li>Directly supervise staff and oversee the administrative functions of the program. </li><li>Manage, mentor, and develop the professional and administrative staff, helping them to hone their legal and professional skills to reach their full potential. </li><li>Effect and manage organizational and program change through strategic thinking, transparent communication, and inclusive leadership, consistent with the objectives of an evolving organization. </li><li>Communicate institutional vision, policies, objectives, and initiatives to staff within the program, to keep them abreast of organizational changes and developments. </li><li>Develop practices and policies within the Program that promote a respectful and inclusive workplace, and that foster community and teamwork among a diverse group of lawyers and non-lawyers. </li><li>Recruit and hire qualified candidates to support and grow a diverse and highly effective team.   </li><li>Provide staff with consistent and ongoing performance feedback, and act as a coach and mentor, while providing career development opportunities with appropriate training, encouragement, and supervision. </li><li>Promote an inclusive work environment and model inclusive behaviors for the Program and for cross-organizational teams. </li><li>Other duties as assigned.  </li></ul><p><strong>Qualifications</strong> </p><ul><li>Highly effective litigator with substantial experience in environmental or public interest law, and 10+ years of litigation experience. </li><li>JD required.</li><li>Admitted to the CA, NY or D.C. bar, or able to accomplish admittance within one year of employment. </li><li>Excellent management skills with at least 5 years of experience managing litigation or legal advocacy teams in a diverse and inclusive environment.  </li></ul><p><span style="text-decoration:underline;">Program (Essential Skills)</span> </p><ul><li>Outstanding litigation skills, including the ability to supervise a complex litigation docket and to guide litigation across a range of subject matters, while nurturing the development of multi-faceted legal and policy advocates. </li><li>Demonstrated ability to successfully develop and implement strategic vision for litigation or advocacy programs that deploy multifaceted approaches to achieve identified goals.  </li><li>A deep understanding of community-centered advocacy and experience working in close partnership with community-based organizations. </li><li>Outstanding written and verbal communication skills with experience working with political and community leaders and the media. </li><li>Litigation experience under federal or state environmental statutes, or deep familiarity and experience with public interest litigation that requires comparable legal and technical expertise.  </li><li>Commitment to making Earthjustice a highly effective, cutting-edge litigation and legal advocacy shop. </li><li>Entrepreneurial approach with proven ability to identify new opportunities that have lasting impact while also working collaboratively with other subject matter, regional, and national teams.  </li><li>Experience and comfort dealing with technical issues, data, and other science-based materials in the advocacy context.  </li><li>Proven ability to maintain positive long-term relationships with clients, partners, and agencies.  </li><li>Commitment to fundraising and developing ongoing relationships with donors, especially individual donors and foundation representatives. </li><li>Proven ability to manage operations, including budgets and programs. </li><li>Willingness to travel as needed.  </li></ul><p><span style="text-decoration:underline;">Management (Essential Skills)</span> </p><ul><li>Experience in and commitment to managing diverse staff by fostering mutual respect, effective internal communication, cross-organizational collaboration, inclusivity, and transparent decision-making. </li><li>Understanding of how implicit and institutional bias regarding characteristics like race, sex, gender, disability, and cultural identity, affects the present-day legal systems, and how dynamics around power and difference can impact supervisory relationships and organizational culture.</li><li>Demonstrated history of successful leadership that embodies inclusive values and justice. </li><li>Demonstrated experience and interest in coaching, guiding, and mentoring a diverse workforce (including attorneys and non-attorneys) at different stages of their careers to continuously improve their effectiveness and reach their full potential. </li><li>Deep appreciation for and meaningful experience in cultivating a diverse workplace that lives the values of justice and inclusivity, that provides the support needed for all team members to thrive, and that is sensitive to the needs and concerns of individuals from diverse cultures, backgrounds and orientations. </li><li>Significant experience recruiting, hiring, developing and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce. </li><li>Self-awareness and understanding of the impact of behavior and emotional intelligence in the workplace.  </li></ul><p>We offer a competitive salary and excellent benefits that are comprehensive and competitive. Salary is based on number of years of relevant experience and location.    </p><p><strong>Salary range in New York City: $225,900 - $251,000 </strong> </p><p><strong>Salary range in Washington, D.C. or  Los Angeles, CA: $214,700 - $238,500 </strong> </p><p><strong>To Apply:</strong> </p><p><strong>Please apply online via Jobvite by January 21, 2024. Applications received after that date will be reviewed on a rolling basis.</strong> </p><p>Interested candidates should submit the following online via the Jobvite system:  </p><ul><li>Cover letter addressing: <ol><li>your interest in, and qualifications for, serving as a Managing Attorney</li><li>why you are drawn to Earthjustice’s mission and the Community Partnerships Program</li><li>your leadership and management experience</li><li>aspects of your background that demonstrate competence to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion in work and with clients and colleagues.</li></ol></li><li>Resume</li><li>Three professional references </li><li>Writing sample, preferably a legal brief or memorandum that primarily reflects your work. </li></ul><p>Please reach out to jobs@earthjustice.org if you are having technical difficulties submitting your application. No phone calls, drop-ins, or hard copies. </p><p><em>Earthjustice is driven by a passion for justice, partnership, and excellence. Our core values lead us to seek a broad range of perspectives and backgrounds to achieve our mission and to maintain an inclusive environment where all staff are valued and respected. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to employment practices that ensure that employees and applicants for employment are provided with equal opportunities without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, or any other factor that is not related to the position.</em> </p><p><em>For positions located within the City and County of San Francisco Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment-qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.</em> </p><p><em>For positions located within the City of Los Angeles: We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.</em> </p><p><em>#LI-Hybrid</em> </p>

Managing Attorney, Community Partnerships Program

<p>Agency Agriculture &amp; Markets, Department of </p><p>Title Associate Environmental Analyst Agriculture (NY HELPS) </p><p>Occupational Category Other Professional Careers </p><p>Salary Grade 23 </p><p>Bargaining Unit PS&amp;T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF) </p><p>Salary Range From $84156 to $106454 Annually </p><p>Employment Type Full-Time </p><p>Appointment Type Permanent </p><p>Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class </p><p>Travel Percentage 90% </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? No </p><p>County To Be Determined </p><p>Street Address To Be Determined </p><p>City To Be Determined </p><p>State NY </p><p>Zip Code 00000 </p><p>Minimum Qualifications Harvest your potential with the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets! Join our team and become an integral part of a team dedicated to fostering a competitive food and agriculture industry that benefits both producers and consumers alike. Here, you can cultivate your career in a dynamic environment that values innovation, sustainability, and community engagement. With a wide range of opportunities spanning from environmental science to economic development, you can find your niche in public service and grow both professionally and personally. Embrace the chance to join our team, and you’ll not only reap a fulfilling career but also sow the seeds for a healthier, stronger New York.NY HELPS Qualifications: Either 1: Seven years of work experience in a position having a substantial relationship to agricultural land use analysis, soil and water conservation management, or the protection of farms and farmland resources; OR six years of work experience in any combination of the following roles: Soil and Water Conservation District Technician or Manager; National Resources Conservation Service District or Resources Conservation; New York State Soil and Water Conservation Committee (State Committee) Consultant Service Provider; Professional Staff of Land Trust Organization; Cooperative Extension Agent (Agriculture); or, Regional Planning Commission and County Planning Office;Or 2: An associate degree in a related field can substitute for two years of specialized experience; a bachelor’s degree in a related field can substitute for four years of experience; a master’s degree in a related field can substitute for five years of experience; and a doctorate in a related field can substitute for six years of experience. Defined Roles:1. Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD) Manager - Manages the day-to-day operations of the Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD). Is responsible for the supervision of technical and administrative support staff. Carries out the SWCDs Annual Plan of Operation and reports to the SWCDs Board of Directors. Implements the Statewide programs at the local level including Agricultural Environmental Management (AEM), Agricultural Nonpoint Source Abatement and Control Program, Climate Resilient Farming Program, and Municipal Assistance including stormwater and stream management programs.2. Natural Resources Conservation Service District Conservationist or Resource Conservationist - Works with farmers and other landowners to develop conventional conservation plans addressing resource concerns. Implements various Farm Bill Programs. Conducts review of contracts to ensure compliance with established schedules and practice requirements. Promotes NRCS objectives and programs and supervises Soil Conservationists and other junior staff at the district level.3. New York State Soil and Water Conservation Committee (State Committee) Consultant Service Provider - State committee Consultant Service Providers and SWCD employees who provide fulltime program services to the State Committee. Responsibilities include marketing and outreach services, program data collection and support services, and management of special program initiatives. State Committee Consultant Service Providers conduct field review of Best Management Practice systems for conformance with State Committee programs and report directly to the Assistant or Executive Director of the State Committee.4. Professional Staff of Land Trust Organization - Responsible for all phases of land transaction activities including land planning, title work, conservation easement development, budget development and execution, base line documentation and site planning. Responsible for developing short- and long-range organizational goals and demonstrate familiarity with state and local programs to protect land and water resources through the execution of conservation easements and/or other techniques to protect important resources. Should have at least two years direct experience and have project management responsibilities.5. Cooperative Extension Agent (Agriculture) - Cornell Cooperative Extension Agricultural Agents offer research-based resources and education to the farming community and the general public. Agents help farms to remain viable and profitable businesses by providing comprehensive, research-based information in animal and natural resource husbandry, business planning and marketing, diversified farm products, and technical and financial support opportunities. Agricultural Extension Agents connect clients with Cornell University faculty, Extension experts, and with other community agencies that also can provide information and support.6. Regional Planning Commission and County Planning Office - Responsible for land use planning, including zoning techniques, comprehensive plan development and/or assistance in the development of local and county regional studies including town and county agricultural and farmland protection plans. Participates in the identification and implementation of local or regional economic development initiatives including the implementation of agricultural economic development projects developed locally or regionally. Possesses experience and knowledge of state Agricultural districts program; familiar with the development and/or review of annual and eight years Agricultural District submissions to NYSDAM.TRAVEL REQUIRMENTS: As this position requires travel within the region to which assigned, appointees must either possess at the time of appointment and continuously thereafter a valid license to operate a motor vehicle in New York State and have access to a motor vehicle when necessary or otherwise demonstrate their capacity to meet the regular transportation requirements in carrying out their field work responsibilities.Additional Minimum Qualifications:70.1 Transfer Qualifications to Associate Environmental Analyst Agriculture, G-23: Applicants may be appointed to this position permanently if they have: one year of permanent, competitive service in a title designated as appropriate for transfer under Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law. Such titles include but are not limited to: Environmental Analyst 2, G-23.70.4 Transfer Qualifications to Associate Environmental Analyst Agriculture, G-23: Applicants may be appointed to this position permanently if they have received a passing score on the most recent Associate Environmental Analyst Agriculture examination and meet the minimum qualifications. Reinstatement Under Rule 5.4: Applicants may be appointed to this position permanently if they were previous permanent New York State employees who resigned their positions may be reinstated to their former positions, or to positions to which they were eligible for transfer or reassignment without further examination. Employees separated from their positions may be reinstated within one year of the date of their separation. Employees separated from their positions who have also been separated from state service for more than one year may be reinstated upon approval by the state Civil Service Commission.  </p><p>Duties Description Attention all environmental and agriculture enthusiasts! The New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets is seeking a skilled and dedicated Associate Environmental Analyst Agriculture to join our team. The location of this position will be dependent on the selected candidate. This position will offer the selected candidate the opportunity to travel extensively throughout the state for fieldwork. As our chosen candidate, you will have the chance to make a meaningful difference in our agricultural communities, and New York State's overall environmental health. Your official county station may be considered your residence. Apply now and become a vital part of our mission to help protect and enhance New York State's natural resources and working landscapes.This position manages the Agricultural Environmental Management (AEM) Base Program and works in a team to draft program technical tools and carry out training of County Soil and Water Conservation Districts (SWCDs) and other conservation partners to help build local technical capacity. Managing the AEM Base Program will include developing and evaluating program goals, coordinating the grant solicitation and award process, reviewing and processing contracts, amendments, payment requests, and final reports. This position will incorporate Bond Act criteria and funding into AGM’s/Soil and Water Conservation Committee’s (SWCC) AEM Base Program and coordinate program policy discussion and development with SWCDs and other key state, federal, and local partners. This position will also be responsible for conducting local and statewide training of primarily SWCD staff to raise knowledge of agricultural conservation planning, practice protocols, and program management and assist in reviewing, updating, and drafting AEM technical tools and guidance documents.TRAVEL REQUIRMENTS: As this position requires travel throughout New York State, appointees must either possess at the time of appointment and continuously thereafter a valid license to operate a motor vehicle in New York State and have access to a motor vehicle when necessary or otherwise demonstrate their capacity to meet the regular transportation requirements in carrying out their field work responsibilities. </p><p>Additional Comments NY HELPS Program:This title is part of the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement StatewideProgram (NY HELPS).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. At this time, agencies may recruit and hire employees by making temporary appointments. In May 2024, if a temporary NY HELPS employee is satisfactorily performing in the position, the appointment will be changed from temporary pending Civil Service Commission Action to permanent non-competitive and the official probationary period will begin.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 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.Benefits:This is a PEF-represented position that offers excellent benefits! Benefits include but are not limited to inexpensive Health Insurance options, free Dental and Vision coverage, NYS Pension Plan membership, and generous paid time off. Within the first year, you are eligible for 5 days of personal time, 13 vacation days, 13 sick days, and 13 paid holidays!Salary:The Associate Environmental Analyst Agriculture position is in the PEF Salary Grade (SG) 23. The starting salary of the PEF SG-23: $84,156/year. The candidate appointed to the Associate Environmental Analyst Agriculture, SG-23, will be eligible to participate in the New York State Performance Evaluation Program. Through this program, employees receive yearly performance evaluations. Performance advances are payable to PEF employees whose base annual salary is below the job rate for their current position and who were rated "Satisfactory" or its equivalent on their yearly performance evaluation. Performance advance payments are added to an employee's annual salary. Over time, yearly performance advances may lead to the SG-23 job rate salary of $106,454/ year! </p><p>Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.</p><p>Name Amy Sacco </p><p>Telephone 5184573216 </p><p>Fax </p><p>Email Address HarvestYourPotential@agriculture.ny.gov </p><p>Address </p><p>Street 10B Airline Drive </p><p>City Albany </p><p>State NY </p><p>Zip Code 12235 </p><p>Notes on Applying Candidates that are eligible and interested in being considered for appointment to one of these opportunities must use this link to apply: https://recruitingbypaycor.com/career/SubmitResume.action?clientId=8a7883d07a219b0d017a53a2e3bb0f9a&amp;id=8a78859f8e824e6f018e9a2b9c1b2a57&amp;specialization=Please apply by: April 21, 2024. Within this online application please upload your resume, cover letter, and transcript if applicable. If you have any questions, please contact Amy Sacco in Human Resources at (518) 457-3216 or HarvestYourPotential@agriculture.ny.govPursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at info@oer.ny.gov.  </p>

Associate Environmental Analyst Agriculture (NY HELPS)

<p>Agency Agriculture &amp; Markets, Department of </p><p>Title Apiary Inspector 1, NS </p><p>Occupational Category I.T. Engineering, Sciences </p><p>Salary Grade NS </p><p>Bargaining Unit PS&amp;T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF) </p><p>Salary Range From $22.33 to $24.99 Hourly </p><p>Employment Type Full-Time </p><p>Appointment Type Temporary </p><p>Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class </p><p>Travel Percentage 75% </p><p>Workweek Mon-Fri </p><p>Hours Per Week 40 </p><p>Workday </p><p>From 7:30 AM </p><p>To 4 PM </p><p>Flextime allowed? No </p><p>Mandatory overtime? No </p><p>Compressed workweek allowed? No </p><p>Telecommuting allowed? No </p><p>County Westchester </p><p>Street Address See Comments for Locations </p><p>City </p><p>State NY </p><p>Zip Code 12235 </p><p>Minimum Qualifications Harvest your potential with the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets! Join our team and become an integral part of a team dedicated to fostering a competitive food and agriculture industry that benefits both producers and consumers alike. Here, you can cultivate your career in a dynamic environment that values innovation, sustainability, and community engagement. With a wide range of opportunities spanning from environmental science to economic development, you can find your niche in public service and grow both professionally and personally. Embrace the chance to join our team, and you’ll not only reap a fulfilling career but also sow the seeds for a healthier, stronger New York.Apiary Inspector Trainee 1 ($22.33/Hour): Two years of experience in the management of honeybee colonies or 60 college credits with at least 9 college credits in entomology, ecology, biology, agriculture, environmental studies, natural resources, or zoology.Apiary Inspector Trainee 2 ($23.65/Hour): Three years of experience* in the management of honeybee colonies; or successful completion of one season (minimum of 60 working days) as an Apiary Inspector Trainee 1.<em>Substitution: Possession of 60 college credits with at least 9 college credits in entomology, ecology, biology, agriculture, environmental studies, natural resources, or zoology may substitute for 2 years of experience.Apiary Inspector 1 ($24.99/Hour): Four years of experience</em> in the management of honeybee colonies; or successful completion of one season as an Apiary Inspector Trainee 1 and one season as an Apiary Inspector Trainee 2. Must have worked a minimum of 60 working days/season.*Substitution: Possession of 60 college credits with at least 9 college credits in entomology, ecology, biology, agriculture, environmental studies, natural resources, or zoology may substitute for 2 years of experience. </p><p>Duties Description The New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets is seeking three Apiary Inspector 1’s to work in Westchester County. The Apiary Inspectors travel to and inspect beekeeping colonies to ensure the health and vitality of apiculture in New York State at the Department of Agriculture and Markets. Positions ensure that beekeeping colony management procedures follow State laws and regulations; recommend appropriate measures for the prevention, treatment, and control of honeybee diseases, and the management of colonies; and ensure that bee colony transports are consistent with agreements with other states. Apiary Inspector positions are temporary and seasonal. They work within a defined season beginning around April 1st through November 30th and are dependent on operational need.The Apiary Inspector 1 will be responsible for, but not limited to, the following:• Identify the visible symptoms in the comb of the various brood diseases. All AFB samples are sentto Beltsville Bee Lab for confirmation and for antibiotic resistance to AFB disease.• Identify the symptoms of various adult bee diseases.• Articulate to owners the goals of the inspection program and methods of management to prevent oreliminate bee diseases.• Issue quarantine orders to prevent movement of diseased colonies.• Investigate beekeeper complaints as directed by the Albany office.• Travel extensively as needed for related training, complaints, and other duties.• Record, prepare, and submit various pay and travel expense forms plus daily reports and apiaryinspection records used by our department.• Utilize GPS programs or maps in locating apiaries.• Use technology equipment provided including cellphone, tablet (iPad), laptop, and printer.• Work independently to plan and organize work based on priority, risk, and location.• Work within policies and procedures set by the Division of Plant Industry and the NYS Departmentof Agriculture and Markets.• Enforce New York Laws relating to bee diseases, bee sales and interstate transportation of bees. </p><p>Additional Comments Location: Regions of hiring include Westchester County.Benefits:This is a PEF-represented position that offers excellent benefits! Benefits include but are not limited to inexpensive Health Insurance options, free Dental and Vision coverage, and the opportunity to join NYS Pension Plan membership. </p><p>Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.</p><p>Name Laura Osa </p><p>Telephone 518-457-3216 </p><p>Fax 518-457-8852 </p><p>Email Address HarvestYourPotential@agriculture.ny.gov </p><p>Address </p><p>Street 10B Airline Drive </p><p>City Albany </p><p>State NY </p><p>Zip Code 12235 </p><p>Notes on Applying To apply for this position, you must copy and paste the link below into your web browser. This link will lead you to our online employment application: https://recruitingbypaycor.com/career/SubmitResume.action?clientId=8a7883d07a219b0d017a53a2e3bb0f9a&amp;id=8a7883a88df2152f018e4313e0351f1b&amp;specialization= Please upload your resume, transcript, and cover letter within this online application. Please select your county of interest. The deadline to apply is April 14, 2024.If you have any questions, please contact Laura Osa in Human Resources at (518) 457-3216 or HarvestYourPotential@agriculture.ny.gov. Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at info@oer.ny.gov. </p>

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