Connecticut Careers Trainee (Administrative & Residual)

The State of Connecticut, Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) is charged with conserving, improving and protecting Connecticut’s natural resources and environment as well as making affordable, clean and reliable energy available for the people and businesses of the state.  The agency is also committed to playing a positive role in building Connecticut’s green economy and fostering a sustainable and prosperous economic future.

DEEP invites qualified applicants to apply for the position of Connecticut Careers Trainee, with a target class of Research Analyst in the Bureau of Energy and Technology Policy. The Bureau of Energy and Technology Policy (BETP) manages local, state and regional energy policy issues for the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) with the goal of establishing a clean, economical and reliable energy future for all residents. The Bureau has two offices, the Office of Energy Supply and the Office of Building and Transportation Decarbonization.

Successful applicants will be assigned projects to support policy and program development across both offices on a rotational basis. This will give successful applicants a broad exposure to the diverse energy activities across the Bureau. Successful applicants may be assigned to work in areas such as thermal and transportation electrification, energy efficiency, zero carbon energy generation, regional coordination of energy issues, greenhouse gas emissions accounting, and weatherization.

Eligibility for promotion to the target classification of Research Analyst is earned upon successful completion of the training program. A candidate with a Bachelor's degree will serve a two (2) year training program. A candidate with a Master's Degree in a related field will serve a one (1) year training program.

*Annual salaries are to be set as follows: $49,271 (Bachelor's degree); $51,052 (Master's degree); $56,379 (second year of training)

We offer a competitive benefits package including health/dental insurance, generous paid time off, retirement plan, and a multitude of other benefits.

This position is full-time 40 hours per week Monday - Friday, and located in New Britain, CT.

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 or (860) 424-3006.

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

This posting MAY require completion of additional referral questions (RQs) which will be sent to you via email after the closing date. Please regularly check your email for notifications. Please also check your SPAM/Junk folders.  You must reply by the deadline indicated on the notification or you will be automatically disqualified from consideration.  

In a state agency this class is accountable for mastering the skills necessary to satisfactorily complete the training program for a professional position.

In a department or institution receives training in introductory governmental work for development of skills and knowledge in field of public administration in order to qualify for advancement into agency professional positions; performs a variety of increasingly difficult duties as skills are acquired during course of training period; performs related duties as required.

Oral and written communication skills; ability to acquire knowledge and skills required for the target classification; ability to understand, evaluate and solve problems by exercising judgement and logic; ability to read, interpret and understand written material; ability to perform basic arithmetical computations; ability to interpret charts, graphs and tables; learning and reasoning ability; ability to establish and maintain cooperative relations with superiors, associates and general public; ability to utilize computer software.

Possession of a Bachelor's or Master's degree.

NOTE:

1. If the target job classification has a Substitution Allowed that requires the Bachelor's or Master's degree to be in a specific area(s), then these specific degree areas are required for appointment to the Connecticut Career Trainee classification.
2. Candidates cannot be appointed until all degree requirements are complete.

• Demonstrated interest in energy, transportation, climate and environmental issues and policy.
• Strong research skills.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.

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.