CIER-2025-1H Program Specialist 1 (Hourly)
Trenton, NJ
Part Time
Community Investment & Economic Revitalization
Entry Level
Open to: General Public
Work Week: 20-25 hours per week
Salary: $22 per hour
Opening Date: 1/02/2025
Closing Date: 1/23/2025
Existing Vacancies: 1
Program/Location
Department of Environmental Protection
Community Investment and Economic Revitalization
Youth Inclusion Initiative
401 East State Street
Trenton, NJ 08625
Scope of Eligibility
Open to applicants who meet the requirements below.
Description
Under the close supervision of a Program Specialist 3 or 4, or other supervisory official in a state department, institution or agency, assists in the professional, administrative and analytical work to promote the planning, operation, implementation, monitoring and/or evaluation of various programs and services administered by the Department of assignment; assists in conducting the research and field work necessary to meet the needs of the appropriate state and/or local public or private agencies; does other related work.
Specific to the Position
The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP), Community Investment & Economic Revitalization (CIER) coordinates and promotes NJDEP programs and initiatives at the intersection of environmental, social, and economic improvement. NJDEP hosts the Youth Inclusion Initiative, an exposure program aimed at helping New Jersey develop the next generation of environmental protection, conservation and sustainability leaders. The NJDEP does this through providing young adults from overburdened communities the experience of career through interactive activities and the necessary pathway to achieving those careers. The Youth Inclusion Initiative involves nearly every program in the NJDEP. Community and Local Government Assistance (CLGA) office also provides assistance to empower and connect county and municipal governments to DEP programs and services that promote environmental protection and community development.
Preferred Skill Set
Preference will be given to applicants who possess excellent communication, interpersonal skills, and writing skills. Specific duties may include creating a framework to equip DEP for managing the Youth Inclusion Initiative program. This includes developing schedules, planning the final day ceremony, organizing supervisor training day, and further developing materials to assist the program manager in training the youth supervisors before the YII program begins. Duties may also include assisting the program manager in ensuring youth are exposed to careers in the environmental field with parallel effort to developing program improvement ideas. The applicant should be comfortable speaking with youth, supervisors, and internal and external leadership for virtual and in-person meetings. The applicant should also thrive in a fast pace working environment where work priorities are shifted according to the Department’s needs. The applicant should poses good administrative and project management skills.
Requirements
Applicants must meet one of the following or a combination of both experience and education. Thirty (30) semester hour credits are equal to one (1) year of relevant experience.
Five (5) years of professional experience in planning, monitoring, coordinating, implementing, modifying and/or evaluating agency programs and services.
OR
Possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university; and one (1) year of the above-mentioned professional experience.
OR
Possession of a Master's degree from an accredited college or university in a discipline appropriate for the position.
NOTE: "Professional experience" refers to work that is analytical, evaluative, and interpretive; requires a range of basic knowledge of the profession's concepts and practices; and is performed with the authority to act and make accurate and informed decisions.
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.
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 SAME Program, email [email protected], or call Civil Service Commission 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 https://www.nj.gov/military/veterans/services/civil-service-preference/
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: 20-25 hours per week
Salary: $22 per hour
Opening Date: 1/02/2025
Closing Date: 1/23/2025
Existing Vacancies: 1
Program/Location
Department of Environmental Protection
Community Investment and Economic Revitalization
Youth Inclusion Initiative
401 East State Street
Trenton, NJ 08625
Scope of Eligibility
Open to applicants who meet the requirements below.
Description
Under the close supervision of a Program Specialist 3 or 4, or other supervisory official in a state department, institution or agency, assists in the professional, administrative and analytical work to promote the planning, operation, implementation, monitoring and/or evaluation of various programs and services administered by the Department of assignment; assists in conducting the research and field work necessary to meet the needs of the appropriate state and/or local public or private agencies; does other related work.
Specific to the Position
The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP), Community Investment & Economic Revitalization (CIER) coordinates and promotes NJDEP programs and initiatives at the intersection of environmental, social, and economic improvement. NJDEP hosts the Youth Inclusion Initiative, an exposure program aimed at helping New Jersey develop the next generation of environmental protection, conservation and sustainability leaders. The NJDEP does this through providing young adults from overburdened communities the experience of career through interactive activities and the necessary pathway to achieving those careers. The Youth Inclusion Initiative involves nearly every program in the NJDEP. Community and Local Government Assistance (CLGA) office also provides assistance to empower and connect county and municipal governments to DEP programs and services that promote environmental protection and community development.
Preferred Skill Set
Preference will be given to applicants who possess excellent communication, interpersonal skills, and writing skills. Specific duties may include creating a framework to equip DEP for managing the Youth Inclusion Initiative program. This includes developing schedules, planning the final day ceremony, organizing supervisor training day, and further developing materials to assist the program manager in training the youth supervisors before the YII program begins. Duties may also include assisting the program manager in ensuring youth are exposed to careers in the environmental field with parallel effort to developing program improvement ideas. The applicant should be comfortable speaking with youth, supervisors, and internal and external leadership for virtual and in-person meetings. The applicant should also thrive in a fast pace working environment where work priorities are shifted according to the Department’s needs. The applicant should poses good administrative and project management skills.
Requirements
Applicants must meet one of the following or a combination of both experience and education. Thirty (30) semester hour credits are equal to one (1) year of relevant experience.
Five (5) years of professional experience in planning, monitoring, coordinating, implementing, modifying and/or evaluating agency programs and services.
OR
Possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university; and one (1) year of the above-mentioned professional experience.
OR
Possession of a Master's degree from an accredited college or university in a discipline appropriate for the position.
NOTE: "Professional experience" refers to work that is analytical, evaluative, and interpretive; requires a range of basic knowledge of the profession's concepts and practices; and is performed with the authority to act and make accurate and informed decisions.
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.
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 SAME Program, email [email protected], or call Civil Service Commission 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 https://www.nj.gov/military/veterans/services/civil-service-preference/
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.
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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