Analyst Trainee

New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection
Notice of Vacancy
Filling of this position is contingent upon further approval process

Title: Analyst Trainee

Posting Number: AQES-2022-54

Open to: General Public

Workweek: 35 (35-hour) Workweek

Salary: (P95) $46,431.86 (Non-Negotiable)

Opening Date: 9/20/2022

Closing Date: 10/4/2022

Existing Vacancies: One (1)

Program/Location: Department of Environmental Protection
Air Quality Energy & Sustainability
Sustainable Waste Management
401 East State Street
Trenton, NJ 08625

Scope of Eligibility: Open to applicants who meet the requirements below.

Description: Under the direction of a supervisor in a State department or agency, as a trainee and productive worker, receives on the job training in analytic practices/procedures and application and research and preparation of reports, completes assignments which will provide practical analyst experience and/or learns to review and analyze financial reports; does other related work.

Specific to the Position: Under direct supervision, the appointee will assist in the implementation of the
Department’s non-lethal bear management strategy through coordinated efforts with counties and municipalities to educate the public and implement solid waste management and collection policies to deter bears. Tasks will include drafting correspondence and recommendations working with county government through their solid waste planning efforts and grants. Additional job responsibilities will include assessment of current operations and industry trends; comparative analysis of programs in other states and countries; research and development into national and international programs addressing emerging and innovative issues in solid waste and recycling; development of new reduce, reuse, recycle models, zero-waste initiatives, circular economy, and other sustainability concepts; administration of an external advisory group and engagement with other stakeholders; development of workplans and schedules with specific recommendations for legislative, regulatory and policy development; development of a statewide Solid Waste Management Plan; administration of the grants program with state institutions of higher education to provide objective and informed recommendations, proactively envision future opportunities for change, and to develop strategies for achieving same.

Requirements

Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree.

NOTE: All U.S. degrees and transcripts must be from an accredited college or university. All foreign degrees and transcripts must be evaluated for accreditation by a recognized evaluation service by the closing date of this posting. Failure to provide documentation may result in ineligibility.

License: Appointee will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform essential duties of the position.

Residency: All persons newly hired on or after September 1, 2011 have one year from the date of employment to establish, and then maintain principal residence in the State of New Jersey subject to the provisions of N.J.S.A.
52:14-7 (L.2011, Chapter 70), also known as the "New Jersey First Act".

Authorization to Work: Selected candidates must be authorized to work in the United States per the Department of Homeland Security, United States Citizenship and Immigration Services regulations. Note: The State of New
Jersey does not provide sponsorship for citizenship to the United States.

Note: All State employees who are vaccinated for COVID-19 are required to submit proof of vaccination.
Instructions will be provided if a firm offer of employment results from this NOV.

Veteran's Preference: To qualify for New Jersey Veteran's Preference/status, you must establish Veteran's
Preference through the Department of Military and Veterans' Affairs. Please submit proof of your Veteran's
Preference along with your resume as indicated below. For more information, please visit https://nj.gov/military/ veterans/services/civil-service/preference/

Submit Letter of Interest, Resume, Unofficial Transcripts (if college degree is required), and the
Personal Relationship Disclosure Statement by 4:00 p.m. on the closing date to:
Crystal Nazario
Air Quality Energy & Sustainability
E-mail Address: AQES.Resumes @dep.nj.gov
Please include the title and posting # of this Notice of Vacancy in the subject line of your e-mail.
Please indicate how you heard about the position in the body of the email

Posting Authorized By:
Phiroza Stoneback, Manager
Division of Human Resources

The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to inclusive hiring and a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage people from all backgrounds

to apply. Accommodations under ADA will be provided upon request.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $46,431.86 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Work Location: One location