Upon satisfactory completion of a two-year traineeship, you would advance to Environmental Program Specialist 1 without further examination. As an Environmental Program Specialist 1, you would perform a variety of responsible tasks including carrying out of projects or serving as a member of a project team in the resolution of problems related to solid and hazardous materials, environmental remediation, water resources, or air resources. Typical activities might include reporting on and making recommendations, based on your own investigations, and serving as a project leader or providing technical direction to other staff. These positions exist in the Department of Environmental Conservation at various locations throughout the State. Environmental Program Specialist 1 is the entry-level position in the Environmental Program Specialist series.
Promotional opportunities are available through competitive examination and satisfactory service.
The position of Environmental Program Specialist Trainee is filled through the use of eligible lists resulting from a written examination administered by the Department of Civil Service.