STATE OF CONNECTICUT EXECUTIVE BRANCH JOBS

EP Emergency Response Coordinator 1 (40 Hour)

Office/On-site

Recruitment #240408-3265FT-001

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Introduction


Do you have experience in hazardous materials management or responding to chemical spill emergencies?
If so, we invite you to explore this opportunity!

The Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) is hiring an Environmental Protection Emergency Response Coordinator 1 within the Bureau of Materials Management and Compliance Assistance, located in Hartford.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU
State of Connecticut employees participate in a competitive benefits plan that includes: 
  • NEW: 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.
  • Sick, vacation, and personal leave.
  • Student Loan Forgiveness - the State of Connecticut is an eligible Public Service Loan Forgiveness employer, meaning you may be eligible to have qualifying student loans forgiven after 10 years of service. Click here for more information.
  • We encourage a healthy work/life balance to all employees.
Discover the opportunity to: 
  • 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.
  • Engage in a rewarding career.
  • Assist our employees so they can achieve success.
  • Make a difference in the public sector.
  • Work together in a collaborative team environment.  
Our state has a lot to offer - from fun activities for all ages, to great food and shopping, to beautiful state parks and forests, to our diverse cultures and rich history. Connecticut is a great place to live! Learn more about Connecticut here.

POSITION DETAILS
This position will respond to environmental emergencies that result from releases and threats of release of chemicals, hazardous wastes, petroleum products and other hazardous material onto the ground or into surface waters, air, or groundwater of the state from roadway incidents, industrial processes, oil and chemical spills, failed tanks/pipes and abandoned drums as well as biological and chemical weapons.

This is a full time, 40 hours per week position on first shift. The position requires the employee to be on-call and work evenings, weekends and holidays on a rotational basis. Location: The position is based in Hartford, but does not typically require daily reporting to this location. The position is field based and is assigned a geographical area to cover, but may need to work statewide at times.

ABOUT US
DEEP is charged with developing policies and programs to mitigate and adapt to the impacts of climate change, conserve, improve and protect Connecticut's natural resources and environment, and provide equitable access to broadband and affordable, clean and reliable energy to 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, equitable and prosperous economic future.

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Selection Plan

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Before you apply:
  • 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 on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.
  • Ensure that your application is complete and detailed before submitting it. 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 not be able to make revisions once your application is submitted into the JobAps system.
  • 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.
  • For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from branch to branch but it does not impact your state service credit.
Important information for after you apply:
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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, 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.
Questions about this position should be directed to Jake Ferrari at jake.ferrari@ct.gov.

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 responding to hazardous material spills, discharges and releases, emergencies, and assisting with on scene clean up activities including development and implementation of corrective actions.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

  • Performs a limited range of related duties in assisting and/or acting as a team leader in the response to hazardous materials spills, discharges, and releases; 
  • Advises public safety authorities; 
  • Coordinates on-site clean-up activities; 
  • Takes samples and collects data on materials spilled; 
  • Develops appropriate course of action and recommends and issues orders on appropriate clean-up procedures; 
  • Determines responsible party for spillage and assigns monetary liability; 
  • Contacts and may oversee clean-up contractors; 
  • Operates hand tools, deployment devices, and other tools and equipment used for containment and clean-up of spillage; 
  • Takes photographs of incident site; 
  • Prepares written reports; 
  • May testify at hearings; 
  • May conduct training for local authorities regarding hazardous materials and/or emergency response techniques; 
  • Performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

  • Knowledge of
    • methods and techniques used for containment and clean-up of hazardous materials spillage; 
    • chemicals and other hazardous materials; 
    • methods and procedures for water, soil, and air pollution control;
    • industrial safety practices and procedures; 
    • state and federal laws and regulations regarding storage and transportation of hazardous materials;
  • Skills
    • interpersonal skills; 
    • oral and written communication skills; 
  • Ability to
    • use and interpret technical, chemical, and safety manuals; 
    • utilize computer software.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

Five (5) years of experience in hazardous materials management or responding to chemical spill emergencies.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED

  • College training in biological science, chemistry, physics, earth sciences, physical sciences, public health, or 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.
  • Successful completion of an Environmental Trainee program approved by the Department of Administrative Services may be substituted for the General Experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Experience in environmental emergency response operations using methods and techniques used for containment, cleanup, & disposal of petroleum and hazardous material releases;
  • Experience with State and Federal regulations and laws regarding the cleanup of spills to soil, groundwater, and surface water;
  • Experience investigating soil and groundwater contamination;
  • Experience working in an organization that requires 24/7 operation;
  • Experience communicating information to the regulated community, state and federal agencies, the media, and the general public;
  • Experience managing 2 or more competing priorities and projects.

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.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Incumbents in this class must have adequate physical strength, stamina, physical agility, and visual and auditory acuity, and must maintain such physical fitness as to be able to perform the duties.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Incumbents must be able to work under difficult and dangerous conditions including wearing cumbersome protective equipment and handling materials of unknown toxicity.

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.


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