Environmental Services Trainee Job at NJ Department of Environmental Protection, Trenton, NJ

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  • NJ Department of Environmental Protection
  • Trenton, NJ

Job Description

Open to: General Public

Work Week: NE (35-hour) Work Week

Salary: $51,987.70

Opening Date: 6/10/2025

Closing Date: 7/1/2025

Existing Vacancies: 1

Program/Location

Department of Environmental Protection

Air, Energy and Materials Sustainability

Waste & Underground Storage Tank Compliance & Enforcement

Hazardous Waste & Underground Storage Tank Compliance & Enforcement

9 Ewing Street

Trenton, NJ 08625

Scope of Eligibility

Open to applicants who meet the requirements below.

Description

Under the close supervision of a supervisory official, as a trainee and productive worker, in an Environmental Services program, in a state department, institution, or agency, learns to conduct routine surveys, studies, inspections, and/or investigations relating to the improvement and/or monitoring of environmental conditions, and/or the enforcement of environmental laws/regulations; does other related duties as required.

Specific to the Position

Assist the bureau with enforcement of the Solid Waste Management Act. Inspects transporters and facilities handling wastes and recyclable materials and responds to incidents of illegal waste dumping or discharges. Issues Notices of Violation, Administrative Orders, Notice of Civil Administrative Penalty Assessment, Administrative Consent Orders and Settlement Agreements. Performs follow-up inspections to ensure compliance has been achieved and is being maintained. Perform Compliance Assistance services to the regulated community.

Requirements

Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree in one of the Physical Sciences, Environmental Sciences/Studies, Chemical Sciences, Biological Sciences, or in Environmental Planning, Environmental Policy, or Physical Geography; or in Civil Engineering, Sanitary Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Agricultural Engineering, Mining Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or Bio-resource Engineering.

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

Appointees 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 the essential duties of the position.

Employee Benefits

As a New Jersey State Department, NJDEP offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

  • Paid Benefit Leave
  • Holiday Pay
  • Alternative Workweek Program*
  • Telework*
  • Pension
  • Deferred Compensation
  • Health Benefits (medical, prescription drug, dental & vision care) and Life Insurance
  • Flexible and Health Spending Accounts (FSA/HSA)
  • Commuter Tax Savings Program
  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
  • Tuition Reimbursement*

*Pursuant to the State/Department's policy, procedures, and/or guidelines.

SAME Applicants

If you are applying under the NJ SAME program, your supporting documents (Schedule A or B letter) must be submitted along with your resume by the closing date indicated above. For more information on the SAME program, please visit , email [email protected] , or call CSC at (609) 292-4144 and select Option #3.

Veteran's Preference

To qualify for New Jersey Veteran's Preference/status, you must establish Veteran's Preference through the Department of Military and Veteran's Affairs. Please submit proof of your Veteran's Preference along with your resume as indicated. For more information, please visit

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.

Equal Opportunity Employment

The State of New Jersey seeks to increase the richness and diversity of its workforce, and in doing so, become the employer of choice for all people seeking to work in State Government. To evaluate the effectiveness of our efforts to attract and employ a diverse workforce, applicants are asked to voluntarily answer a few brief questions on the . All information is considered confidential and will be filed separately with the agency's affirmative action officer. This information will not be part of your application for employment and will not be considered in any hiring decision.

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 Tags

Holiday work, Remote job, Flexible hours,

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