Engineer Trainee (35 Hour)
Target Class: Civil Engineer 1 (Hybrid)
Recruitment #220810-3389ES-001
| Location |
Hartford, CT
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|---|---|
| Date Opened | 8/19/2022 12:00:00 AM |
| Salary | $60,488 - $72,521/year |
| Job Type | Open to the Public |
| Close Date | 9/26/2022 11:59:00 PM |
Introduction
Are you a recent graduate with the desire to make an impact on the environment?
If so, we have a fantastic opportunity for you!
The State of Connecticut, Department of Energy & Environmental Protection (DEEP) has exciting vacancies available to join our team as an Engineer Intern with a target class of Civil Engineer 1. These vacancies are located in the Water Protection & Land Reuse Bureau in Hartford.
The available positions are specifically within the Land & Water Resources Division (LWRD) and the Water Planning & Management Division (WMPD). This posting is for multiple vacancies in the East & Infrastructure Permitting groups and the Dam Safety Regulatory group.
About Us:
At the State of Connecticut, DEEP, we are dedicated to conserving, improving and protecting our natural resources and the environment - and increasing the availability of cheaper, cleaner and more reliable energy.
Within the Bureau of Water Protection & Land Reuse (WPLR), our mission is to work together for the restoration, protection and conservation of Connecticut's water and land resources for current and future generations.
Position Highlights:
LWRD specifically provides land use planning and regulatory services directed to the management and protection of Long Island Sound, tidal and inland wetlands and watercourses. LWRD directly processes and reviews water and coastal resource permit applications, conducts investigations of violations of environmental laws and initiates appropriate enforcement actions, and assists municipal partners in their administration of coastal and inland land use regulation.
The WPMD Dam Safety Program has jurisdiction over all non-federally owned or licensed dams in the state. The Dam Safety Program is responsible for ensuring that all jurisdictional dams in the state are operated and maintained in a safe condition in order to prevent the loss of life and/or property.
WPMD maintains an inventory of 4,000+ dams in Connecticut. In addition, DEEP is the owner of approximately 265 dams, for which we are responsible for operation and maintenance, repairs, and upgrades.
This position is full-time, 35 hours per week on first shift. The work schedule is Monday through Friday with flexible hours (within reason). A hybrid work schedule is available. Some weekend and evening work is required in the event of unanticipated flood events.
What we can offer you:
State of Connecticut employees participate in a competitive benefits plan that includes:
- Excellent health and dental coverage;
- A generous retirement plan;
- Paid time off;
- A healthy work - life balance!
Learn more about how you can make an impact below!
Selection Plan
Application Process:
In order to comply with Public Act 21-69, the State of Connecticut is no longer asking for resumes during the initial application process.
In order to be considered for this job opening, you must meet the minimum qualifications as listed on the job opening. You must specify your qualifications on your application. The minimum experience and training requirements must be met by the close date, unless otherwise specified.
The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.
All application materials must be received by the recruiting agency by the time specified on the job opening for the position for which you are applying. Late applications may not be submitted and will not be considered. Exceptions are rare and limited to documented events that incapacitate a candidate during the entire duration of the job posting time period. It is the candidate’s obligation and responsibility to request an exception and provide a legally recognized justification to accommodate such exception. Requests should be made to DAS.SHRM@ct.gov.
Please ensure that your application is complete. You will be unable to make revisions once you officially submit your application to the state of Connecticut.
Selection Process:
This posting may require completion of additional referral questions (RQs) which will be sent to you via email after the closing date. The email notification will include an expiration date by which you must submit (Finish) your responses. Please regularly check your email for notifications. Please check your SPAM and/or Junk folders, as emails could end up there in error.
During the recruitment process, applicants may be required to submit additional documentation supporting their qualification(s) for this position. These documents may include: performance reviews, supervisory references, college transcripts, licensure, etc. at the discretion of the agency.
Contact Information:
Should you have any questions pertaining to this recruitment, please contact Tyler Cashman at Tyler.Cashman@ct.gov.
PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)
In a state agency this class is accountable for receiving training in introductory professional engineering work for the development of technical and professional engineering skills and knowledge in order to qualify for advancement to the technical engineering work of the agency.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Duties are performed within the context of
the administration of the various water resources regulatory programs. In
this position you will:
• Evaluate projects for consistency with environmental laws, regulations and policies.
• Review detailed site plans, engineering analyses, hydraulic models and other environmental reports.
• Review, and make final recommendations and determinations on permit applications seeking authorization for regulated wetland and water resource activities.
• Conduct technical reviews of engineering investigations pertaining to the hydraulic and hydrologic characteristics of floodplains in relation to impacts from proposed infrastructure projects such as bridges, culverts and dams
• Conduct field, geospatial, photographic and regulatory records investigations, to assess existing versus proposed site conditions.
• Evaluate and develop project modifications, alternatives and special conditions to avoid, minimize and mitigate impacts to natural resources, including but not limited to: floodplains, wetlands, watercourses, fisheries, state listed species and coastal resources and uses.
• Provide technical consultation to local, regional, state, federal officials and the public;
• Represent the Department as an expert witness and provide testimony on natural resources and environmental issues at public hearings.
• Prepare written documents including, environmental permits, engineering assessments, legal notices, and correspondence.
• Evaluate projects for consistency with environmental laws, regulations and policies.
• Review detailed site plans, engineering analyses, hydraulic models and other environmental reports.
• Review, and make final recommendations and determinations on permit applications seeking authorization for regulated wetland and water resource activities.
• Conduct technical reviews of engineering investigations pertaining to the hydraulic and hydrologic characteristics of floodplains in relation to impacts from proposed infrastructure projects such as bridges, culverts and dams
• Conduct field, geospatial, photographic and regulatory records investigations, to assess existing versus proposed site conditions.
• Evaluate and develop project modifications, alternatives and special conditions to avoid, minimize and mitigate impacts to natural resources, including but not limited to: floodplains, wetlands, watercourses, fisheries, state listed species and coastal resources and uses.
• Provide technical consultation to local, regional, state, federal officials and the public;
• Represent the Department as an expert witness and provide testimony on natural resources and environmental issues at public hearings.
• Prepare written documents including, environmental permits, engineering assessments, legal notices, and correspondence.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY
General knowledge of basic engineering theories, principles and methods; skill in use of drafting and calculating instruments; considerable ability in performing mathematical computations, making neat and accurate drawings and preparing minor design and structural details; ability to utilize computer software.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE
A Bachelor's degree in the discipline required by the target class.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
The preferred candidate will possess:
- Experience or coursework in civil or environmental engineering;
- Experience or coursework in hydrology or hydraulics; or structural analysis; or soils and foundations;
- Experience in reading drawings or plans, interpreting and using maps, graphs or data tables;
- Experience simultaneously tracking and prioritizing activities or projects while adhering to deadlines and producing deliverables;
- Experience preparing and reviewing technical reports or other professional documents;
- Experience communicating technical information to peers, supervisors and managers in person, over the phone and in writing.
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.
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