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The date on which the vacancy post was submitted.Date Posted 09/10/24
The last date that applications will be accepted.Applications Due03/10/25
This is the unique identifier for this vacancy.Vacancy ID167143
Indicates whether if this vacancy posting is part of the NY HELPS Program.NY HELPYes
The agency in which the vacancy exists.AgencyTransportation, Department of
The job title for the vacancy.TitleLandscape Architect Trainee/Assistant Landscape Architect- (NY HELPS)
The job title for the vacancy.Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers
The salary grade for this vacancy. Salaries are determined by salary grade and bargaining unit.Salary GradeNS
The collective bargaining unit to which this vacancy is assigned.Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
The minimum and maximum of the salary range for this vacancy.Salary RangeFrom $65001 to $91381 Annually
Indicates whether this job is full-time or part-time. If the job is part-time, an estimated percentage will be provided. Employment Type Full-Time
This indicates the type of job, typically permanent, temporary, or provisional. 'Provisional' means that the appointment will be temporary until the incumbent takes and passes an appropriate civil service examination. Appointment Type Permanent
Estimates the percentage of time incumbents of this vacancy will be required to travel. Travel Percentage 5%
This provides information on the expected workweek. Workweek Mon-Fri
The number of hours in the workweek, typically 37.5 or 40 for full time, or any other number for part time.Hours Per Week 37.50
Workday
If checked, the agency allows flextime. Flextime allowed? No
If checked, this vacancy includes mandatory overtime. Mandatory overtime? No
If checked, this agency allows compressed workweek scheduling. Compressed workweek allowed? No
If checked, this agency allows telecommuting for this position. Telecommuting allowed? Yes
The county in which the vacancy is located. County Albany
The street address where the vacancy is located. Street Address Office of Environment
50 Wolf Road
The city where the vacancy is located. City Albany
The state where the vacancy is located (the default is New York). StateNY
The zip code where the vacancy is located. Zip Code12232
The duties that the incumbent of the vacancy will be expected to perform. Duties Description This position will be located in the Office of Environment, Landscape Architecture Bureau.
Under the direction of a higher-level supervisor/manager, the duties of the Landscape Architect Trainee/Assistant Landscape Architect may include, but are not limited to:
•Providing Landscape Architectural design and support for capital program, maintenance, and special projects including planning, site analysis, grading, drainage, plant selection, design, construction, preservation, restoration, and rehabilitation of transportation facilities, buildings and institutions, parks, historic sites, recreation areas and other outdoor areas,
•Preparing renderings, visualizations, Geographic Information Systems (GIS) map analyses, technical media and presentation materials for decision making, design development and delivery, and for use in training, public meetings, workshops, and hearings utilizing current software tools,
•Preparing project contract documents including plans, specifications and estimates for landscape components, erosion control plans, storm water management plans and wetland mitigation designs,
•Assisting with review, tracking, revision, and development of landscape specifications and approved products lists, evaluation of new products and research into sustainable materials, design, and construction techniques,
•Assisting with the New York State Scenic Byways Program including project reviews and tracking, corridor management plans, and support to Byways organizations,
•Supporting Adirondack and Catskill Park Preserve interagency and stakeholder coordination including implementation of the Master Transportation Corridor Unit Management Plan, tracking, annual reporting, and further corridor plan development,
•Assisting in the provision of technical assistance, support, and development of guidance for complete streets and active transportation (bicycle and pedestrian) facility design including compliance with Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and related requirements,
•Taking part in vegetation management strategies, control of invasive species and conservation efforts for pollinators including interactions with agency/industry/Non-Governmental Organization (NGO)technical working groups,
•Assisting with environmental analysis related to federal, state, and local regulations and requirements, permit applications and the development of related policies and procedures,
•Evaluating projects and materials prepared by consultants, local governments, and developers for their impact on state properties, permits and consistency with guidance,
Responsibilities may include serving a role within the Incident Command System to support the department’s response to regional and statewide emergency situations.
The minimum qualifications required for this vacancy. Minimum Qualifications This title is part of the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide Program (NY HELPS).*
To be considered for appointment through NY HELPS, or 55 b/c, candidates must meet the open-competitive minimum qualifications for this position. The qualifications are:
Landscape Architect Trainee:
1.A bachelor’s or higher-level degree in Landscape Architecture; or
2.A Landscape Architect’s license from any state or political subdivision of the United States.
As a Landscape Architect Trainee, you will serve a 24-month traineeship that leads to Assistant Landscape Architect, Grade 20. To advance to Assistant Landscape Architect, you must have obtained proof of passing any two sections of the LARE and successfully completed the requirements of the traineeship to the satisfaction of the appointing authority. At the discretion of the appointing authority, early advancement to the Assistant Landscape Architect is possible if you have obtained any two sections of the LARE and have successfully completed twelve months of the traineeship. It is your responsibility to notify the appointing authority’s personnel office upon obtaining proof of passing any two sections of the LARE. Failure to obtain a passing result on any two sections of the LARE within 24-months will result in removal from your position.
Assistant Landscape Architect:
1.A bachelor’s or higher-level degree in Landscape Architecture; and proof of passing any two sections of the LARE; OR
2.A Landscape Architect’s license from any state or political subdivision of the United States.
Candidates may also be qualified for permanent competitive appointment if reachable from the appropriate Civil Service eligible list or eligible for reassignment or transfer in accordance with Civil Service Law.
Additional comments regarding the vacancy. Additional Comments *This title is part of the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide Program (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 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.
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The New York State Department of Transportation is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Women, minority group members, disabled persons and Veterans are encouraged to apply. Upon request, reasonable accommodations will be provided for the disabled.
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In compliance with Public Law 99-603, candidates selected for appointment must provide an original document to prove their citizenship and/or legal right to work in the United States.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
The name of the contact person for this vacancy. Name Bridget Benware
The telephone number to use for questions about this vacancy. Telephone (518) 457-5672
The fax to use for this vacancy. Fax
Email address for emailing applications, or to ask questions about this vacancy. Email Address Bridget.Benware@dot.ny.gov
Address
The street address of the contact for this vacancy. Street NYS Department of Transportation
50 Wolf Road
The city for the contact for this vacancy. City Albany
The state of the contact for this vacancy (the default is New York). State NY
The zip code for the contact for this vacancy. Zip Code 12232
Instructions for potential applicants.Notes on ApplyingQualified candidates should submit a letter of interest and a current resume, titled by last name, with the Notice Number MO-24-424 and last name in the subject line and referenced in the letter of interest no later than March 10th, 2025, to Bridget.Benware@dot.ny.gov