Position Information

NY HELPYes

AgencyHealth, Department of

TitleSenior Radiological Health Specialist (NY HELPS) - 6872

Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers

Salary Grade18

Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)

Salary RangeFrom $53764 to $85138 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 80%

Schedule

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 9 AM

To 5 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

Location

County Albany

Street Address Center for Environmental Health - Bureau of Environmental Radiation Protection

Empire State Plaza, Corning Tower

City Albany

StateNY

Zip Code12237

Job Specifics

Duties Description Radiologic Health Specialists are multidisciplinary positions that involve the application of radiation protection standards in a variety of situations. These positions are involved in inspections of hospitals, medical offices, colleges, and commercial facilities. They work with other State agencies and local communities for emergency response to radiologic events and reviewing hazardous sites for potential health concerns from radiation. There is extensive training provided, both in house and formal coursework at a variety of federal training sites around the country. This position may involve extensive travel around New York State.

Minimum Qualifications NY HELPS Minimum Qualifications:

Radiological Health Specialist Trainee 1 (NS - Grade 13): A qualifying bachelor's degree.*

Radiological Health Specialist Trainee 2 (NS - Grade 14): A qualifying bachelor's degree* AND one year of experience applying specialized knowledge in radiation protection.

Senior Radiological Health Specialist (Grade 18): A qualifying bachelor's degree* AND two years of experience applying specialized knowledge in radiation protection.

* Please refer to the link for qualified degrees and qualifications:
https://www.cs.ny.gov/pco/pco-title-details/title-info.cfm?jobcode=6130001&type=Select

A master's degree in a related field can substitute for one year of experience; and a doctorate in a related field can substitute for two years of experience.

Reassignment or Transfer: Current New York State Department of Health employee with permanent or contingent permanent status as a Senior Radiological Health Specialist, Grade 18, or Radiological Health Specialist Trainee; OR current New York State employee with one year or more of permanent or contingent permanent, competitive service in a title eligible to transfer, via 70.1 or 70.4 to a Senior Radiological Health Specialist, Grade 18 or Radiological Health Specialist Trainee.

Preferred Qualifications: The preferred candidate will be detail-oriented, technologically proficient, and be competent in mathematics. They will also have strong written, and verbal communication skills; excellent organizational skills; be able to work independently on tasks; and demonstrate strong critical thinking skills.

Additional Comments One full-time, permanent, competitive or non-competitive appointment opportunity.

For more information on the NY HELPS program, please visit: https://www.cs.ny.gov/help/index.cfm

Position may be filled at a trainee level (equated to a 14 or 16) or 18, depending upon the qualifications of the candidate.

Transfer candidates may be asked for their Social Security Number to verify your transfer eligibility. For more information on transfer types, transfer eligibility criteria, and the current transfer determinants for your title, visit the following website: https://careermobilityoffice.cs.ny.gov/cmo/gotit/title-search/index.cfm

Degrees awarded from educational institutions outside of the United States, or its territories must be independently verified for equivalency. Please see: https://www.cs.ny.gov/jobseeker/degrees.cfm for additional information.

This position is part of the NYS HELPS program. No examination is required.

This position may require travel throughout New York State including overnights to areas not served by public transportation.

We offer a work-life balance and a generous benefits package, worth 65% of salary, including:

• Holiday & Paid Time Off
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Pension from New York State Employees’ Retirement System
• Shift & Geographic pay differentials
• Affordable Health Care options
• Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost
• NYS Deferred Compensation plan
• Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, and U.S. Savings Bonds
• And many more...

NYS Department of Health does not participate in E-Verify and does not sponsor visa applications.

For new State employees appointed to graded positions, the annual salary is the hiring rate (beginning of the Salary Range) of the position. Promotion salaries are calculated by the NYS Office of the State Comptroller in accordance with NYS Civil Service Law, OSC Payroll rules and regulations and negotiated union contracts.

The NYS Department of Health is committed to making New York a safer, healthier, and more equitable place to live. Understanding health equity, social determinants of health and health disparities is critical to accomplish our goal of eliminating health disparities. For more information on the NYS Department of Health’s Mission, Vision, Values and Strategic Plan, please visit: https://health.ny.gov/commissioner/index.htm

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

How to Apply

Name Human Resources Management Group, MRF/SRHS/6872

Telephone 5184861812

Fax 5184763395

Email Address resume@health.ny.gov

Address

Street RM 2217, Corning Tower, ESP

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12234

 

Notes on ApplyingPlease submit your resume and cover letter as one (1) document, preferably in PDF format, by email to resume@health.ny.gov, with Reference MRF/SRHS/6872 included in the subject line or by mail to Human Resources Management Group, MRF/SRHS/6872, Rm 2217, Corning Tower Building, Empire State Plaza, Albany, NY 12237-0012, or by fax to (518) 473-3395. Failure to include the required information may result in your resume not being considered for this position.