NYS Department of Environmental Conservation Job Postings

The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYSDEC) Job Postings portal serves as the primary hiring hub for full-time permanent roles, seasonal field positions, civil service exams, and environmental protection careers across New York State.

Who Should Use it:

This resource is ideal for undergraduate students, graduate students, and alumni pursuing careers in environmental science, ecology, forestry, wildlife biology, civil/environmental engineering, public policy, or environmental law enforcement. Whether you are looking for paid seasonal fieldwork during the summer, preparing for New York State civil service exams, or searching for entry-level professional roles, this platform provides direct access to state employment opportunities.

How to Use it:
  • Browse Current Job Vacancies: Explore open full-time positions across regional offices in environmental engineering, biology, research science, and land management.
  • Apply for Seasonal & Summer Positions: Find paid seasonal roles, including fish and wildlife technicians, forestry aides, education camp counselors, and campground staff, ideal for gaining early field experience.
  • Track Civil Service Exam Announcements: Monitor upcoming New York State Civil Service exam schedules for permanent titles like Environmental Conservation Police Officer, Forest Ranger, and Environmental Analyst.
  • Explore NY HELPS Positions: Look for non-competitive job postings offered through the NY HELPS program, which allows qualified candidates to bypass standard civil service exam requirements for select roles.
Why it’s Helpful:

Landing a position in state government offers strong job security, public service benefits, and a direct path to protecting natural resources across New York. Because state hiring involves specific civil service rules, application timelines, and seasonal hiring cycles, using the official DEC portal ensures students stay updated on open exam dates, learn how to qualify under state regulations, and gain direct entry points into environmental public service careers.

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