Employment
There are many careers available in the environmental field, and DEC offers exciting opportunities for qualified individuals looking to make a difference in environmental protection and natural resource management.
New York State is an Equal Opportunity Employer
It is the policy of New York State to provide for and promote equal opportunity employment, compensation, and other terms and conditions of employment without unlawful discrimination on the basis of age, race, color, creed/religion, disability, national origin, sex/gender, sexual orientation, veteran or military service member status, familial status, marital status, domestic violence victim status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, arrest and/or criminal conviction record, or any other category protected by law, unless based upon a bona fide occupational qualification or other exception. Please see New York State's Equal Employment Opportunity Rights and Responsibilities handbook (PDF) (leaves DEC website) for more information.
It is the policy of DEC to provide all qualified persons with equal opportunity in employment and to participate in and receive all the benefits, services, programs and activities of DEC. Reasonable accommodations will be provided to persons with disabilities and those engaged in a religious observance or practice, as are necessary to provide such equal opportunity.
It is the policy of DEC to provide reasonable accommodation to ensure effective communication of information to individuals with disabilities. If you need an auxiliary aid or service to make this information available to you, please contact the Office of Communication Services at (518) 402-8044 or visit DEC's Accessibility for Persons with Disabilities web page.
Resources for Job Seekers
More about Employment:
- Permanent Employment - DEC has almost 3,000 permanent positions statewide. The people in these positions are directly working in the environmental field or in support of protecting the environment and most of these positions are covered by Civil Service Law.
- Seasonal Employment - In order to accomplish the varied programs of the Department, there is a continuing need for temporary staff. Our seasonal employees provide valuable support to supplement our permanent work force.
- Internships - To support the growth and development of a future workforce concerned with the environment, the Department provides numerous opportunities for students to gain practical experience in their chosen career field. The majority of internships with the Department are unpaid.
- Volunteers - Thousands of New Yorkers donate their time and services in support of environmental issues in partnership with the Department. From volunteers who work a single day on a clean-up project, are a part of a Friends programs at an educational center, to those who have made a long term commitment under a Volunteer Stewardship Agreement or an Adopt-A-Natural Resource agreement, there are many ways you can help improve or increase the public's enjoyment of the States resources.
- Diversity and Inclusion - DEC values people of all backgrounds and encourages a diverse and vibrant workforce.
