Supervising Environmental Analyst (35 Hour)
Recruitment #210818-6325EE-001
| Location |
Hartford, CT
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|---|---|
| Date Opened | 8/26/2021 2:00:00 PM |
| Salary | $81,053* - $116,644/year (*New State Employees Start at Minimum) |
| Job Type | Open to the Public |
| Close Date | 9/16/2021 11:59:00 PM |
Introduction
Looking for an exciting position in the environmental field?
If so, we invite you to check out this opportunity!
The State of Connecticut, Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) is looking to hire a Supervising Environmental Analyst within the Water Planning and Management Division (WPMD) of the Bureau of Water Protection & Land Reuse (WPLR).
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. 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.
The Water Planning and Management Division (WPMD) mission is to monitor, assess, and restore the water quality of Connecticut streams, rivers, and lakes and provide adequate instream water quantity for current and future generations. Programs revolve around state and federal programs for water quality and water quantity in our streams, rivers, lakes, and the Long Island Sound and its embayments.
Connecticut has over 6,000 miles of streams and rivers and over 2,000 lakes and reservoirs, as well as 600 square miles of estuarine water in Long Island Sound. Monitoring and assessing these precious resources is one of DEEP's most critical missions. This position is essential to meeting federal Clean Water Act requirements. The ultimate goal is to provide fishable, swimmable waters throughout the state for the use and enjoyment of all Connecticut citizens. If water science and water resources are important to you, then this may be the position for you!
JOB DETAILS
The EP Supervising Environmental Analyst will be responsible for supervising the Monitoring Program. This program conducts the state’s water quality monitoring and assessment and coordinates monitoring activities to meet other State Program and Federal Clean Water Act monitoring and assessment requirements. Duties will include:
1) Day to day supervision, including scheduling of assignments, training staff, and conducting performance evaluations; management of remote field facility located in Windsor, CT
2) Technical oversight of staff and tasks related to monitoring programs, including:
- Biological community monitoring and surveys (statewide probabilistic and fixed biological monitoring of rivers and streams and other water bodies);
- Coordinating with U.S. Geological Survey monitoring of streams for ambient chemical and physical water quality parameters;
- Tissue contaminant monitoring and surveys (conducted regularly and in response to acute pollution conditions, such as spills);
- Lake eutrophication monitoring and assessments (probabilistic surveys to determine trophic conditions and trends in lakes and reservoirs, and development of management actions);
- Indicator bacteria monitoring and surveys (to assess safe swimming conditions, and track down surveys in collaborative efforts with Total Maximum Daily Load management programs and local watershed groups);
- Ambient Long Island Sound water quality monitoring (for nutrients and eutrophication indicators and probabilistic surveys of chemical, physical and biological parameters); and
- Data management, statistical evaluation, analysis and report writing related to these monitoring programs.
4) Assist the Division Director and Assistant Director in formulating program goals, objectives and prioritize budgets to enhance water monitoring and management in CT. Emphasis will be placed on reducing impairments to water quality and quantity while protecting high quality resources, identifying emerging issues and trends, and protecting the public health;
5) Develop implementation plans for achieving state and federal water quality goals and objectives utilizing innovative approaches as appropriate;
6) Build and provide the mentorship necessary to develop and expand Monitoring Program staff capacity at all levels, with a focus on succession planning; and
7) Represent Connecticut at the regional and national meetings on water quality and water quality monitoring and assessment matters.
This position affords a dedicated and experienced environmental professional committed to public service and environmental protection an exciting opportunity! The successful candidate will thrive in a fast-paced workplace with a talented and committed group of professionals, planning for Connecticut's water future.
We offer a competitive benefits plan that includes healthcare coverage, a retirement plan as well as paid time off, including 12 paid holidays per calendar year.
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Selection Plan
This is a competitive position 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 check your SPAM and/or Junk folders, as emails could end up there in error. Due to the volume of applications anticipated, we are unable to provide confirmation of receipt or status during the recruitment process. Updates will be provided through your JobAps portal account. You must reply by the deadline indicated on the notification or you may be automatically disqualified from consideration.
Interviews will be limited to candidates whose experience most closely meet the preferred requirements of the position. Applicants invited to interview may be required to submit additional documentation, which supports their qualification(s) for this position. These documents may include: performance reviews, supervisory references, college transcripts, licensure, etc., at the discretion of the hiring agency.
Applicants invited to interview will be requested to supply the following:
Non-State Employees- three (3) professional references, with contact information
Current State Employees- Last two (2) performance appraisals
The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.
The minimum experience and training requirements must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.
Questions about this recruitment should be directed to Jake Ferrari via email at jake.ferrari@ct.gov.
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 check your SPAM and/or Junk folders, as emails could end up there in error. Due to the volume of applications anticipated, we are unable to provide confirmation of receipt or status during the recruitment process. Updates will be provided through your JobAps portal account. You must reply by the deadline indicated on the notification or you may be automatically disqualified from consideration.
Interviews will be limited to candidates whose experience most closely meet the preferred requirements of the position. Applicants invited to interview may be required to submit additional documentation, which supports their qualification(s) for this position. These documents may include: performance reviews, supervisory references, college transcripts, licensure, etc., at the discretion of the hiring agency.
Applicants invited to interview will be requested to supply the following:
Non-State Employees- three (3) professional references, with contact information
Current State Employees- Last two (2) performance appraisals
The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.
The minimum experience and training requirements must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.
Questions about this recruitment should be directed to Jake Ferrari via email 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 supervising a section engaged in environmental analyses and evaluations and coordinating intra- and interagency efforts in state and regional planning and policy development projects.
In other state agencies this class is accountable for supervising a section engaged in environmental analyses and evaluations.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Supervises a section engaged in development and implementation of departmental, local or statewide environmental plans and programs; schedules, assigns, oversees and reviews work of staff; provides staff training and assistance; conducts performance evaluations; determines priorities and plans office work; establishes and maintains office procedures; develops or makes recommendations on development of policies and standards; acts as liaison with other operating units, agencies and outside officials regarding unit policies and procedures; prepares reports and correspondence; supervises review and analysis of proposed and existing projects and legislation for environmental impact, consistency with policies and plans and economic benefits and costs; oversees preparation of environmental impact statements; directs administration of state and federal program budgets; supervises and coordinates special planning studies; identifies and describes state environmental goals and special problem topics; monitors and testifies at hearings; supervises and cooperates with consultants in project development; serves as agency representative at public and committee hearings and conferences; may prepare enforcement actions; may serve as department representative on various regulatory and advisory boards and committees; performs related duties as required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY
Considerable knowledge of principles and practices in fields relative to environmental protection; considerable knowledge of relevant agency policies and procedures; considerable knowledge of relevant state and federal laws, statutes and regulations; considerable knowledge of principles and practices of environmental and policy analysis; considerable knowledge of environmental program planning principles and practices; knowledge of statistics; considerable interpersonal skills; considerable oral and written communication skills; research and organizational skills; ability to understand and interpret technical data; ability to utilize computer software; supervisory ability.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE
Eight (8) years of experience involving technical analysis and interpretation of environmental program data or planning and implementing environmental programs.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SPECIAL EXPERIENCE
One (1) year of the General Experience must have been in an advanced working/working lead level capacity.
Note: For State Employees this is interpreted at the level of Environmental Analyst 3.
Note: For State Employees this is interpreted at the level of Environmental Analyst 3.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED
1. College training in a scientific or technical discipline related to the environmental field, including but not limited to biological, earth or physical sciences; environmental planning; environmental law; economics; leisure services; geographic information systems; geography with a concentration in geographic information systems; natural sciences; natural resources 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 a scientific or technical discipline related to the environmental field including but not limited to biological, earth, or physical sciences; environmental planning; environmental law; economics; leisure services; geographic information systems; geography with a concentration in geographic information systems; natural sciences; natural resources may be substituted for five (5) years of the General Experience.
Note: Education may only be substituted for a total of five (5) years.
2. A Master's degree in a scientific or technical discipline related to the environmental field including but not limited to biological, earth, or physical sciences; environmental planning; environmental law; economics; leisure services; geographic information systems; geography with a concentration in geographic information systems; natural sciences; natural resources may be substituted for five (5) years of the General Experience.
Note: Education may only be substituted for a total of five (5) years.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience implementing complex water quality monitoring and assessment programs
- Experience developing and implementing innovative approaches and programs for monitoring and assessing environmental problems and proposing management solutions
- Experience effectively communicating technical information in a clear and concise manner with the regulated community, state and federal agencies, non-governmental organizations and the general public
- Experience developing and budgeting complex biological and chemical monitoring and assessment programs;
- Experience managing complex workflow, defining expectations and establishing measurable goals, establishing priorities, coordinating activities, and mentoring staff in developing and expanding their capacity at all levels
- Experience following and applying state and federal laws and regulations related to water quality monitoring, assessment and management to your work
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
1. Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.
2. Incumbents in this class may be required to possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s license.
2. Incumbents in this class may be required to possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s license.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Incumbents in this class may be exposed to some danger 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.
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