Environmental Intern (35 Hour)

 

The State of 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.  The agency is also committed to playing a positive role in rebuilding Connecticut’s economy and creating jobs – and to fostering a sustainable and prosperous economic future for the state. 

In the Bureau of Air Management, the Administrative Enforcement Group is responsible for processing and managing all formal enforcement actions involving the Clean Air Act and Regulations of Connecticut State Agencies (RCSA) by issuing Administrative Consent Orders, making Attorney General referrals, assessing civil penalties, and implementing NOx RACT Rule through trading and agreement orders. Case management involves working closely with industry, attorneys, consultants, and EPA which often requires negotiations, pollution abatement, and the collection of civil penalties. Timely resolution of these cases is necessary to ensure protection of public health, ensure compliance with air pollution limitations/regulations and to fulfill our enforcement commitments and deadlines.  

The Bureau of Air Management seeks an Environmental Intern to receive training, under the direction of a supervisor, in introductory professional environmental work for a period of one year before promotion to the target class of Environmental Analyst 1. This position provides a unique opportunity to join a team committed to improving air quality in Connecticut by developing the skills necessary to contribute to a team effort focused on protecting public health and the environment of Connecticut. This position would assist in the development of enforcement cases to address violations of the Clean Air Act and RCSA.

The position will work out of our downtown Hartford Office, located at 79 Elm Street, across from historic Bushnell Park. 

This position is full-time, 35 hours per week, Monday – Friday, from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm (flexible).

Applicants must include a resume within the "Resume Tab" of their application. 

Questions about this position should be directed to the hiring agency's human resources office: DEEP.HumanResources@ct.gov, (860)424-3006. 

This position is non-competitive. Open to the public.

In a state agency receives training in introductory professional environmental work for the development of technical and professional skills and knowledge in order to qualify for advancement to the professional environmental work of the agency; performs a wide variety of increasing difficult duties as technical skills are acquired during the course of the training period.

Interns receive training under the direction of a supervisor, in introductory professional environmental work for a period of one years. 

Primary duties include:  

Assist in development of enforcement cases and preparation of enforcement actions and supporting documentation to address and deter violations;

Assist with the assurance of timely and appropriate enforcement of state and federal air pollution laws;

Assist with communicating a wide array of complicated technical issues such as regulatory requirements to the public, regulated community, environmental groups, and other stakeholders;

Keep current with critical and emerging relevant environmental compliance issues;

Assist in coordinating with municipal, federal, and other state agencies on resolution of compliance related issues;

Assist with coordinating enforcement related tasks with other operating units, agencies, and outside officials regarding investigations, case development, and pending actions;

Assist in the prepartion of enforcement related reports and correspondence;

Assist in drafting new regulations, statutes, guidelines and other written materials; Assist in formulating policy options; and

Assist in preparing environmental impact statements and recommendations for corrective actions and/or alternatives.

Some knowledge of basic theories, principles and practices of environmental and policy analysis; some knowledge of basic statistics; general knowledge of environmental program planning principles and practices; interpersonal skills; oral and written communication skills; analytical skills; research and organizational skills; ability to understand and interpret legislation and technical data; ability to utilize computer software.

A Bachelor's or Master's degree in a scientific or technical discipline related to the environmental field including but not limited to the biological, earth, or physical sciences; environmental planning; environmental law; leisure services; geographic information systems; geography with a concentration in geographic information systems; environmental or natural sciences; or natural resources.

PREFERRED CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:     

·       Some knowledge of the principles and practices of environmental regulation specific to air pollution;

·       Research, analytical and interpretation skills;

·       Conflict resolution and problem solving skills;

·       Computer skills with proficiency in spreadsheet, statistical analysis, database and presentation programs;

·       Strong interpersonal, written and oral communication skills;

·       Training and or experience working in a team as well as independently; and

·       Good organization and prioritiion skills.

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

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.