Introduction
Are you an outdoor enthusiast looking to positively make a difference?
We invite you to explore this seasonal opportunity!
Mission:
As trustee of the environment for present and future generations, the department achieves its mission through its regulation, enforcement and licensing procedures which help control pollution; by managing the state's parks and forests and other recreational amenities; and by developing and coordinating the state's environmental plans and educational programs with other public and private agencies. The department carries out its mission in a way that encourages the social and economic development of the state while preserving the natural environment and the life forms it supports. Fundamental to fair administration of its programs and services is the departments effort to reach all segments of the population.
About Us:
Federal and state environmental laws have accomplished a great deal in the control, reduction and elimination of pollution. However, these same laws have restricted certain types of activities and have designated some areas not suitable for development. These areas tend to be the rural towns of the state. Conversely, the evolutionary development of the cities (in terms of infrastructure, transportation, and population makeup) has resulted in the state's manufacturing and industrial base being located primarily in the urban areas, where the greatest concentration of racial and ethnic minority groups and lower income persons reside. The department recognizes that a higher number of potential sources of pollution in these areas may consequently cause a disproportionate impact on their residents.
Highlights of the Role:
The
Environmental Justice Program has responsibility for the implementation of CGS 22a-20a, Environmental Justice Communities. This law defines environmental justice communities based on relevant socioeconomic, health and environmental indicators.
The pay rate for this position is $14.00 per hour depending on education and experience. There are no benefits provided.
The anticipated duration of the position is no more than 1030 hours.
Contact Information:
For technical support regarding the filing of your application in JobAps, please contact Tyler Cashman at
Tyler.Cashman@ct.gov.
Any inquiries regarding the status of your application for this position must be made directly to Edith Pestana at
Edith.Pestana@ct.gov.
Selection Plan
Please do not submit a cover letter. Please ensure that your application is complete and you have included your resume in the "Resume Tab" of your application. You will be unable to make revisions once you submit your application into the JobAps system.
PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)
In the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection, as a limited duration employee, performs one or more of a variety of tasks and assigned duties of a seasonal nature.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
The seasonal position would provide an update to the geographic location
of environmental justice communities and assess environmental and public health
risk indicators using the USEPA Environmental Justice Screening Tool
(EJSCREEN) The vulnerability to climate
change will also be analyzed through the GIS data. EJSCREEN is an environmental justice mapping
and screening tool that provides the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
with a nationally consistent dataset and approach for combining environmental
and demographic indicators. Users identify a geographic area, and then the tool
provides demographic and environmental information for the area. All indicators
included in the report are publicly available data. EJSCREEN simply displays
the information and includes a method for combining environmental and
demographic indicators into environmental justice (EJ) indexes.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY
Ability to follow instructions.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
The preferred candidate will possess:
- Experience using Geographic Information Systems (GIS);
- Experience implementing knowledge of Public Heath and Environmental Indicators.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
1. Incumbents in this class who are assigned as supervisors of small recreational units will perform emergency first aid as needed and will be required to obtain and retain a Basic First Aid Certificate.
2. Incumbents in this class may be required for certain positions to meet any of the following:
a. Proof of possession of a valid Motor Vehicle Operator license.
b. Possession of a valid license to apply pesticides.
c. College training in a specific field.
d. Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification may be required by specific State facilities.
3. Incumbents performing lifeguard services must have and retain an American Red Cross (ARC) Lifeguarding Certification (includes CPR for the Professional Rescuer and Basic First Aid). An EMT or MRT certification may be substituted for the CPR and First Aid requirements.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
1. Incumbents in this class must possess and maintain adequate physical strength and stamina to perform the duties of the class.
2. Incumbents performing lifeguard services must be able to demonstrate American Red Cross (ARC) waterfront lifeguarding swimming skills.
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.
