NYS Department of Environmental Conservation

DEC is currently hiring a full-time Service and Repair Mechanic. Job duties include: ✅ Maintain and repair vehicles and heavy construction equipment. ✅ Conduct NYS motor vehicle inspections on appropriate motor vehicles, including heavy equipment. ✅ Prepare work orders to account for work performed. ✅ Diagnose and repair equipment malfunction. ✅ Perform related field work as required to support the mission of the DEC. For more information on the position, including minimum qualifications and how to apply: https://lnkd.in/exFWX7Ma

📣 Reminder: Don’t miss the virtual public meeting on Wednesday, August 6 at 6:00 p.m. about the draft Visitor Use Management Plan for the Formerly Trailless Catskill High Peaks. Share your comments and provide input about DEC’s recommendations to address the impacts of increased public use while protecting ecologically significant natural resources and providing a safer, more enjoyable hiking experience. Register at: https://lnkd.in/eTTrJJGc ℹ️ For more information, visit: https://lnkd.in/eKPqZMkQ

Looking to take an active role in protecting our State’s air? The Division of Air Resources is seeking a qualified individual to join our team. This position does not require an exam, but does require specialized qualifications. Consider applying for the job vacancies below by 7/23/25: ➡️ Laboratory Equipment Designer (Electronics) – NY HELPS, Long Island City – https://lnkd.in/eB6yrW_e

Do you know an EMT or nurse that is interested and available to work in the Catskills for five weeks? The optimal date to start would be July 13 until August 15th, this is negotiable. The position salary is $25.57/hour, plus room and board for the summer at Camp DeBruce, near Livingston Manor. This is a unique opportunity to work at a rustic and beautiful summer camp in the Catskills. Our week-long, residential programs draw 11-17 year olds from across NYS for life changing experiences in the outdoors. NYSDEC Summer Camps combine environmental education, hunter education and outdoor recreation to create an adventurous experience for youth. Camp staff engage campers in ecological principles: field, forest, aquatic, wildlife, and human impact and outdoor skills including backpacking, camping and canoeing. 📥 To apply, please submit a resume, cover letter, and unofficial college transcript to campemploy@dec.ny.gov. To learn more about employment opportunities at our education camps, visit

NYSDEC invites science teachers and environmental educators to join us on August 6th and 7th for two exciting professional development opportunities. The Division of Marine Resources has teamed up with Nassau BOCES and NYC DEP to conduct two ocean-themed courses at the Newtown Creek Wastewater Recovery Facility in Brooklyn NY. Both courses focus on emerging issues that threaten our water resources in NY: ocean acidification and plastic pollution. These classes will include an in-depth tour of the wastewater facility and hands on learning opportunities, working through the curriculum activities and lessons. Both courses integrate the new NYSSLS standards and count for 6 CTLE hours. All materials for the lessons will be provided free of charge to attendees – spaces are limited! For more details and to register click the links below: ✅ Coastal Acidification in the Classroom: https://lnkd.in/e9kBTcp9 ✅ Plastic Pollution and You: https://lnkd.in/eHYvrEQw ❓ Questions about the courses? Send an email to francis.mcparland@dec.ny.gov.

Time’s running out to register for the 2025 New York ReLeaf Conference, happening July 22–24, at the Lake Ontario Events Center in Oswego, NY. Registration closes July 15! This year’s theme is “A Century of Urban Forestry – Then, Now, and Into the Future.” Join us to: ✅ Hear from Doug Still, host and producer of the This Old Tree podcast ✅ Bicycle around SUNY Oswego’s campus and see their recent plantings, permaculture garden, and notable trees ✅ Learn the history of CCE Onondaga’s Community Tree stewards program Continuing education credits for International Society of Arboriculture, Society of American Foresters, and Certified Nursery and Landscape Professional will be available. Learn more and register today: https://lnkd.in/dZr_n67M 📷: Andy Hillman

Are you interested in joining DEC to protect our State’s air? The Division of Air Resources is seeking two qualified individuals to join our team. These positions do not require an exam, but do require specialized qualifications. Consider applying for the job vacancies below by 7/16/25: ➡️ Assistant Engineer (Environmental) / Engineer Trainee – NY HELPS, Albany – https://lnkd.in/eEmCaduX ➡️ Assistant Engineer (Environmental) / Engineer Trainee – NY HELPS, Albany – https://lnkd.in/eyvE575y

New York and nine Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative (RGGI) state partners are celebrating continued bipartisan success in promoting clean air, health, and economic benefits across the region. RGGI reduced emissions of carbon dioxide from the power sector in New York State by more than 50 percent from 2005 levels and is making the energy transition more affordable, with auction proceeds totaling $2.88 billion to date for investments in energy efficiency, renewable energy, and electrification. The recently released Third Program Review marks these and many other achievements and sets the stage for future progress. New York will soon begin a rulemaking process to incorporate the latest RGGI updates with opportunity for public input as we continue to fine tune this effective program that improves public health, the economy and ensures clean and affordable electricity for households, businesses and communities. 

Are you registered for the 2025 New York ReLeaf Conference? Join us July 22–24 at the Lake Ontario Events Center in Oswego, NY. This year’s theme is “A Century of Urban Forestry – Then, Now, and Into the Future.” Join us to: ✅ Hear from Doug Still, host and producer of the This Old Tree podcast ✅ Learn about research on biotechnology for protecting threatened tree species ✅ Discuss cemeteries as green spaces with a panel discussion Continuing education credits for Internation Society of Arboriculture, Society of American Foresters, and Certified Nursery and Landscape Professional will be available. Learn more and register now at: https://lnkd.in/ek3u48jE 📷: Oswego 2025 Arbor Day planting, courtesy of Andy Hillman.

Across New York State, DEC employees are proud to celebrate Pride! From Albany to Buffalo to Long Island, we stand with the LGBTQ+ community and honor the diversity that makes our team, and our state, stronger. We’re proud to work for a New York that celebrates everyone. Happy Pride, New York! 🏳️🌈 For more information about our Pride Month Celebrations, visit https://lnkd.in/eq4Y34fh.