STATE OF CONNECTICUT EXECUTIVE BRANCH JOBS

Environmental Analyst 1 (35 Hour)

CT Geological Survey

Recruitment #230725-0227EE-001

Introduction

Are you technologically savvy and experienced in analyzing environmental program data? 

If so, we have an opportunity that might be a great fit for you!

The State of Connecticut, Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) Bureau of Central Services, is actively seeking an Environmental Analyst 1 to join the Connecticut Geological Survey Program.

BENEFITS AND BALANCE AT THE STATE OF CONNECTICUT

What we can offer you:

  • Industry leading health benefits, including medical and dental coverage;
  • Extensive pension plan and supplemental retirement offerings;
  • Paid time off - including 13 paid holidays per calendar year;
  • Professional growth and paid professional development opportunities; and
  • A work culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance to all employees!

The State of Connecticut Ranked One of the Best Employers of 2023 by 'Forbes'. This national recognition comes from offering job growth, competitive benefits and flexible scheduling for our employees!

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

  • WORK SCHEDULE: 8:00AM - 4:00 PM, Monday through Friday
  • WORK HOURS PER WEEK: 35 hours
  • LOCATION: DEEP Headquarters in Hartford, CT with flexible telework and in-office schedules available!

ABOUT US

The Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) is charged with conserving, improving and protecting the natural resources and the environment of the state of Connecticut as well as making cheaper, cleaner and more reliable energy available for the people and businesses of the state.

YOUR ROLE

The Connecticut Geological Survey is responsible for developing and acquiring authoritative data on state geological resources for resource management, economic development, environmental quality, land use, climate, and hazards mitigation planning.

The Environmental Analyst 1 provides technical review and analysis of environmental program data regarding geoscience issues and assists in the development of recommendations for courses of action and implementation of policy and program decisions. The Environmental Analyst 1 also engages with cooperative mapping and research initiatives, assists in the development of GIS data and publications, and maintains geospatial data of the State Geological Survey.

More details can be found in the class specification.

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Selection Plan

This is a competitive recruitment, open to the public.

This position will require statewide travel. Please include your CT Drivers License # within your application. 

TO APPLY

  • Complete a Master Application and directly apply to this recruitment.
  • This position will require statewide travel. Please include your CT Drivers License # within your application. 
  • Please ensure that your application and professional experience is thorough and complete. In order to comply with Public Act 21-69, the State of Connecticut is no longer asking for resumes during the initial application process. You will be unable to make revisions once you officially submit your application to the State of Connecticut.

WHAT TO EXPECT AFTER YOU APPLY

Although applicants will receive correspondence via email, as a backup they are also encouraged to sign on to their Personal Status Board daily to monitor their status, view all emailed notices and complete tasks required in the recruitment process.

This posting may require completion of additional referral questions (RQs). You can access these RQs via an email that will be sent to you after the posting's closing date or by visiting your JobAps Personal Status Board (Certification Questionnaires section). Your responses to these RQs must be submitted by the question's expiration date. Please regularly check your email and JobAps Personal Status Board for notifications. Please check your SPAM and/or Junk folders daily in the event an email provider places auto-notification emails in a user's spam.

At any point during the recruitment process, applicants may be required to submit additional documentation which support their qualification(s) for this position. These documents may include: a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the discretion of the hiring agency.

Other Notes:

  • The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.
  • Interviews will be limited to candidates whose experience and training most closely meet the requirements of the position.
  • Candidates who are offered and accept a position with the State of Connecticut are bound by the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State Employees which is available at www.ct.gov/ethics.

CONTACT INFORMATION

Due to the large volume of applications received, we are unable to provide confirmation of receipt or status during the recruitment process. Updates will be available through your JobAps portal account.

Should you have any questions about the position, please contact Samantha Rivera, Human Resources Specialist – Talent Solutions at Samantha.Rivera@CT.Gov

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PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection this class is accountable for performing a limited range of tasks in the technical review and analysis of environmental program data and issues within the environmental field and assisting in the development of recommendations for courses of action and implementation of policy and program decisions.

In other state agencies this class is accountable for performing a limited range of tasks in the planning, monitoring, implementation and evaluation of environmental program data and issues and assisting in the development of recommendations for courses of action.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

  • Assist in review of quarry aggregate geologic source reports under PA21-120;
  • Assist in review of educational mineral collecting program permit applications;
  • Assist in geologic field studies and research initiatives through both field and office-based work;
  • Assist in Survey library collections access and database maintenance;
  • Assist in Survey Core Repository access and maintenance;
  • Assist in development of geological maps, cross sections, and publications in GIS and online;
  • Assist in maintaining the bedrock mines and quarries geo-database, as well as other Survey digital geologic data;
  • Assist in providing scientific support to agency, federal and state officials, private developers, non-profit organizations, educators, students, the media, and the public;
  • Mentor student interns and seasonal staff in development of applied geological research and foster their professional advancement; and
  • Performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

  • Knowledge of
    • local, state and federal laws, statutes, regulations and policies pertaining to environmental protection;
    • principles and practices in fields relative to environmental protection; 
    • basic principles and practices of environmental and policy analysis; 
    • basic statistics; 
    • environmental program planning principles and practices; 
  • Skills
    • interpersonal skills; 
    • oral and written communication skills; 
    • research and organizational skills; 
  • Ability to
    • understand and interpret legislation and technical data; 
    • utilize computer software.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

Five (5) years of experience involving technical analysis and interpretation of environmental program data or planning and implementing environmental programs.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED

  • College training in a scientific or technical discipline related to the environmental field including but not limited to biological, earth, or physical sciences; environmental planning; environmental law; economics; leisure services; geographic information systems; geography with a concentration in geographic information systems; natural sciences; or natural resources may be substituted for the General Experience on the basis of fifteen (15) semester hours equalling one-half (1/2) year of experience to a maximum of four (4) years for a Bachelor's degree.
  • A Master's degree in a scientific or technical discipline related to the environmental field including but not limited to biological, earth, physical sciences; environmental planning; environmental law; economics; leisure services; geographic information systems; geography with a concentration in geographic information systems; natural sciences; or natural resources may be substituted for five (5) years of the General Experience.
  • For state employees one (1) year of experience as an Environmental Compliance Specialist 2 may be substituted for the General Experience.
  • Successful completion of an Environmental Trainee program approved by the Department of Administrative Services may be substituted for the General Experience.

NOTE: Education may only be substituted for a total of five (5) years.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Academic major in geological sciences.
  • Experience creating maps in ArcGIS.
  • Experience managing and evaluating geological data.
  • Experience with geological field mapping techniques.
  • Experience with laboratory techniques used in geologic investigations.
  • Experience managing scientific project workflows, establishing priorities, and coordinating activities.
  • Experience communicating information pertaining to geological research through oral presentations or written reports.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.
  • Incumbents in this class may be required to possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s license.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Incumbents in this class may be exposed to some danger of injury or physical harm from on-site environments and a moderate degree of discomfort from exposure to year-round weather conditions.

Conclusion

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.


ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.