LRA-2025-8 Regulatory Officer 2 (Internal Posting)
Trenton, NJ
Full Time
Legal and Regulatory Affairs
Entry Level
Open to: Division-Wide
Work Week: NL (35-hour) Work Week
Salary: (P29) $92,710.53 – $136,605.03
Opening Date: 8/15/2025
Closing Date: 8/29/2025
Existing Vacancies: 2
Program/Location
Department of Environmental Protection
Legal and Regulatory Affairs
Office of Legal Affairs
401 East State Street
Trenton, NJ 08625
Scope of Eligibility
Open to permanent employees who work for the Legal and Regulatory Affairs program and meet the requirements below.
Description
Under limited supervision of a supervisory official or other designated official in a state department, institution, or agency, functions independently on routine issues, and assists with respect to complex regulatory matters, formal and informal, both legislative and quasi-judicial in nature, including matters related directly to administrative procedure and policy matters considered by the agency; does related work as required.
Specific to the Position
Conduct legal research, analyze and evaluate legal documents, rules, regulations, and/or legislation, and assist in formulating policies and procedures covering regulatory matters, as directed by the department. Draft and/or review formal decisions, orders, and reports to ensure their compliance with appropriate laws as they affect the administrative and regulatory functions of the department and that they conform to established department policy and precedents. Assist the Director of the Office of Legal Affairs in activities with the Attorney General’s office, including providing litigation support. Review and advise the department and staff on decisions, orders, memoranda, correspondence, and other instruments prepared by the staff prior to adoption or issuance. Advise the Department and other supervisory officials to assure policy continuity and legal sufficiency as far as all formal decisions are concerned. Recommend responses to informal legal inquiries.
Preferred Skill Set
Knowledge of the techniques and procedures necessary in the conduct of regulatory matters. Knowledge of the jurisdiction and policies of the department or agency. Knowledge of state and federal statutes governing the operation of regulated industries and their interpretation and application to specific situations. Ability to analyze regulatory laws, rules, and policies and apply them to specific cases. Ability to draft statutes, rules, regulations, decisions, orders, and reports.
Requirements
EDUCATION: Graduation from an accredited law school with a Juris Doctor (J.D.) Degree.
EXPERIENCE: Two (2) years of experience as an attorney.
OR
Two (2) years of experience in conducting legal research, analyzing and evaluating legal documents, rules, regulations, and/or legislation, or the review and analysis of regulatory matters in a government agency.
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 must be eligible to practice as an Attorney-At-Law in the State of New Jersey.
Appointee must possess a current Certificate of Good Standing issued by the New Jersey Board of Bar Examiners, or other license to practice law issued by any state in the United States.
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.
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 https://www.nj.gov/military/veterans/services/civil-service-preference/
Employee Benefits
As a New Jersey State Department, NJDEP offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
*Pursuant to the State/Department's policy, procedures, and/or guidelines.
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 NJ Affirmative Action Information Form. 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.
Work Week: NL (35-hour) Work Week
Salary: (P29) $92,710.53 – $136,605.03
Opening Date: 8/15/2025
Closing Date: 8/29/2025
Existing Vacancies: 2
Program/Location
Department of Environmental Protection
Legal and Regulatory Affairs
Office of Legal Affairs
401 East State Street
Trenton, NJ 08625
Scope of Eligibility
Open to permanent employees who work for the Legal and Regulatory Affairs program and meet the requirements below.
Description
Under limited supervision of a supervisory official or other designated official in a state department, institution, or agency, functions independently on routine issues, and assists with respect to complex regulatory matters, formal and informal, both legislative and quasi-judicial in nature, including matters related directly to administrative procedure and policy matters considered by the agency; does related work as required.
Specific to the Position
Conduct legal research, analyze and evaluate legal documents, rules, regulations, and/or legislation, and assist in formulating policies and procedures covering regulatory matters, as directed by the department. Draft and/or review formal decisions, orders, and reports to ensure their compliance with appropriate laws as they affect the administrative and regulatory functions of the department and that they conform to established department policy and precedents. Assist the Director of the Office of Legal Affairs in activities with the Attorney General’s office, including providing litigation support. Review and advise the department and staff on decisions, orders, memoranda, correspondence, and other instruments prepared by the staff prior to adoption or issuance. Advise the Department and other supervisory officials to assure policy continuity and legal sufficiency as far as all formal decisions are concerned. Recommend responses to informal legal inquiries.
Preferred Skill Set
Knowledge of the techniques and procedures necessary in the conduct of regulatory matters. Knowledge of the jurisdiction and policies of the department or agency. Knowledge of state and federal statutes governing the operation of regulated industries and their interpretation and application to specific situations. Ability to analyze regulatory laws, rules, and policies and apply them to specific cases. Ability to draft statutes, rules, regulations, decisions, orders, and reports.
Requirements
EDUCATION: Graduation from an accredited law school with a Juris Doctor (J.D.) Degree.
EXPERIENCE: Two (2) years of experience as an attorney.
OR
Two (2) years of experience in conducting legal research, analyzing and evaluating legal documents, rules, regulations, and/or legislation, or the review and analysis of regulatory matters in a government agency.
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 must be eligible to practice as an Attorney-At-Law in the State of New Jersey.
Appointee must possess a current Certificate of Good Standing issued by the New Jersey Board of Bar Examiners, or other license to practice law issued by any state in the United States.
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.
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 https://www.nj.gov/military/veterans/services/civil-service-preference/
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.
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 NJ Affirmative Action Information Form. 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.
DEP Notices of Vacancy have a 4:00 p.m. deadline on the closing date. When filing for these opportunities, please be sure to have your letter of interest and credentials sent electronically before 4 p.m. on the closing date.
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.
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