STATE OF CONNECTICUT EXECUTIVE BRANCH JOBS

Environmental Engineer 2 (Public Health) (35 Hour)

Hybrid

Recruitment #231109-6944EE-001

Introduction

 DPH is looking for an energetic, results driven engineer to work with a highly skilled team. 

THE POSITION

The State of Connecticut, Department of Public Health (DPH) is seeking an experienced and qualified individual for the position of Environmental Engineer 2 (Public Health) to support our agency. 

HIGHLIGHTS

  • Unit: Environmental Health & Drinking Water (EHDW) Branch’s Environmental Health Section
  • Location: Hartford, CT (Offers teleworking and includes both office and field work)
  • Work Hours: 35 hours per week 
  • Schedule: First shift, Monday through Friday (has the potential for a Flex schedule after successful completion of a working test period and offers teleworking)
This Environmental Engineer 2 position is within the Environmental Health & Drinking Water (EHDW) Branch’s Environmental Health Section. The selected candidate will perform a variety of functions related to the Environmental Engineering Program at the Department of Public Health.  This position will work with staff to ensure compliance with State Statutes and Regulations as they relate to subsurface sewage disposal, public pools and disposition of human remains in Connecticut. The EHDW Branch oversees activities related to drinking water supply purity and adequacy, food protection, private wells, subsurface sewage disposal, lead, radon, asbestos and over 15 environmental licensing and certification categories.   The Environmental Health Section focuses on the interrelationships between people and their environment, promotes human health and well-being, and fosters healthy and safe communities.An estimated 40% of Connecticut residents (1.5 million) live in homes served by on-site septic systems. Septic systems must be properly designed, constructed and maintained to effectively function and protect the environment and public health.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU:
  • The opportunity to work for a Forbes top company: 'Forbes' State of Connecticut Ranked One of the Best Employers of 2023 - State of CT Receives National Recognition for Offering Job Growth, Competitive Benefits, and Flexible Schedule.
  • A Platinum Healthcare Plan, the nation’s best for state employees and dependents, according to a report by Georgetown’s Center on Health Insurance Reform and article by Ellen Andrews, Ph.D., along with comprehensive benefit offerings.
  • Extensive pension plan and supplemental retirement offerings.
  • Generous paid time off, including 13 paid holidays per calendar year.
  • Professional growth and development opportunities.
  • A healthy work/life balance to all employees.
MORE ABOUT US

The Mission of DPH is to protect and improve the health and safety of the people of Connecticut by assuring:

  • The conditions in which people can be healthy;
  • Preventing disease, injury, and disability; and
  • Promoting the equal enjoyment of the highest attainable standard of health, which is a human right and a priority of the state.

DPH accomplishes this through the implementation of its Strategic Plan which outlines the actions that DPH is taking to accomplish its Mission.

Selection Plan

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To Apply:
  • In order to be considered for this job opening, you must meet the Minimum Qualifications as listed on the job opening. The minimum experience and training requirements must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.
  • You must specify your qualifications on your application. You will be unable to make revisions once you submit your application for this posting to the JobAps system.
  • In order to comply with Public Act 21-69, the State of Connecticut is no longer asking for resumes during the initial application process.
  • 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.
  • This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules.
Important Next Step Information for 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 on a daily basis to monitor their status, view all emailed notices and complete tasks required in the recruitment process.
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  • Note: 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.
  • 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.
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  • 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. If you have any questions pertaining to this recruitment please contact Pamela Rochette via email at Pamela.Rochette@ct.gov.

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In the Department of Public Health this class is accountable for independently performing a full range of tasks in inspecting water purification, sewage, and industrial waste treatment plants; conducting sanitary surveys; inspecting public and semipublic water supplies and watersheds; investigating potential or existing sources of pollution for the purpose of pollution control of public waterways or inspecting solid and hazardous waste treatment and disposal facilities and reviewing plans for such facilities and conducting investigations of groundwater contamination.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Conducts sanitary surveys and inspections of community and noncommunity water supplies, including surveys of watersheds and all factors which may affect purity of supply; inspects chlorination and filtration plants; reviews operating procedures; performs chemical, bacteriological, and microscopic examinations; suggests improvements in methods and procedures; inspects methods of distribution and plumbing; checks such factors as back-siphonage or cross-connections; investigates and approves subsurface sewage systems and wells; performs field tests; collects and analyzes samples; reviews plans for and operating procedures of water treatment plants and sewage disposal systems; prepares plans and sketches for water supplies and sewage systems; reviews plans and specifications for water treatment plants, water distribution systems, storage tanks, and wells; performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

Knowledge of principles and practices of environmental engineering with references to water supply, sewage, and bathing places, but not including sanitary aspects of industrial hygiene, milk production, or insect control; knowledge of methods and practices of sewage treatment and water purification; interpersonal skills; oral and written communication skills; ability to conduct detailed engineering investigations and studies; ability to prepare, review, and evaluate plans and sketches of water and waste and sewage treatment facilities; ability to conduct and interpret chemical, bacteriological, and microscopic analyses of water and wastes.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

Six (6) years of experience in environmental engineering involving groundwater, the design, construction, or operation of water, sewage, industrial, solid or hazardous waste treatment plants and equipment, the inspection and regulation of water supplies or the investigation of environmental and waterway pollution problems.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED

  1. College training in civil, chemical or environmental engineering 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.
  2. A Master's degree in  civil,  chemical or environmental engineering may be substituted for one (1) additional year of the General Experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Experience working on subsurface sewage disposal systems and/or public pool design.
  • Experience working with local health departments.
  • Experience reviewing technical documents for consistency with polices, statutes or regulations.
  • Experience communicating technical information to peers, supervisors and managers.
  • Experience working in a regulatory capacity.
  • Experience presenting technical information to various audiences
  • Experience working in a team environment.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Incumbents in this class may be exposed to some risk 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.