Environmental Analyst 1 (35 Hour) (Hybrid)

Introduction

\r\n\r\nDo you have experience involving technical analysis and interpretation of environmental program data or planning and implementing environmental programs?\r\nJoin us as an Environmental Analyst 1 and make a difference today!�\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nThe State of Connecticut, Department of Public Health (DPH), is seeking a qualified individual for the position of Environmental Analyst 1 to work within the Environmental Laboratory Certification Program (ELCP).�The ELCP is responsible for certifying laboratories that test a variety of environmental contaminants including, but not limited to, air, water, soil, sediments, and wastes. This is accomplished by a system of on-site inspections, proficiency test (PT) samples, and document review (i.e. Lab QA Plans and SOPs). Additionally, the ELCP conducts compliance investigations.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nPOSITION HIGHLIGHTS:\r\n\r\n\r\n Location: 410 Capitol Avenue, Hartford, CT\r\n Work Schedule: Monday - Friday�\r\n Work Shift: Full-time, First Shift\r\n Work Hours: 35 hours per week\r\n A�flex schedule and an opportunity to telework in accordance with State policies may be permitted following the successful completion of a working test period.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU\r\n \r\n \r\n Visit our new State Employee Benefits Overview page!�\r\n Professional growth and development opportunities\r\n A healthy work/life balance to all employees\r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n Under the�direct supervision of a Supervising Environmental Analyst, this position will be responsible for duties that will include, but are not limited to:\r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n Assist�with analyzing documentation associated with quarterly Environmental Laboratory renewals;\r\n Assist�with the Annual proficiency test data assessment and develop a process for data collection;\r\n Assist�with new laboratory applications and documentation;\r\n Assist�with Laboratory Director applications;\r\n Assist�with the coordination of on-site assessments;\r\n Assist�with conducting on-site assessments for non-drinking water environmental laboratories;\r\n Assist�with laboratory communications;�\r\n Assist�with drafting regulation updates;�\r\n Assist�and coordinate program updates;\r\n Participate�with the advisory committee;�\r\n Participate�in applicable webinars; and�\r\n Perform�other program related duties.\r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n MORE ABOUT THE AGENCY:\r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n The Mission of the Department of Public Health (DPH) is to protect and improve the health and safety of the people of Connecticut by:\r\n \r\n \r\n Assuring the conditions in which people can be healthy\r\n Preventing disease, injury, and disability\r\n Promoting the equal enjoyment of the highest attainable standard of health, which is a human right and a priority of the state.\r\n \r\n \r\n DPH accomplishes this through the implementation of its Strategic Plan which outlines the actions that DPH is taking to accomplish its Mission.\r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n

Selection Plan

FOR ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING:�\r\nCheck out our�Applicant Tips on How to Apply! Need more resources?� Visit our�Applicant Toolkit�for additional support throughout the recruitment process.�\r\nBEFORE YOU APPLY:�\r\n\r\n Meet Minimum Qualifications:�Ensure you meet the Minimum Qualifications listed on the job opening by the job closing date. You must specify your qualifications on your application. The minimum experience and training requirements listed must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified. �\r\n Educational Credits:�List your earned credits and degrees from accredited institutions accurately on your application. To receive educational credits towards qualification, the institution must be accredited. If the institution of higher learning is located outside of the U.S., you are responsible for providing documentation from a recognized USA accrediting service which specializes in determining foreign education equivalencies to the contact listed below by the closing date listed on the job posting.�\r\n Resume Policy:�Per�Public Act 21-69, resumes are not accepted during the initial application process. As the recruitment process progresses, candidates may be required to submit additional documentation to support their qualification(s) for this position. This documentation may include: a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the request and discretion of the hiring agency.�\r\n Preferred Shift/Location:�Select all location(s) and shift(s) you are willing to work on your application. Failure to do so may result in not being considered for vacancies in that specific location or shift.�\r\n Timely Submission:�All application materials must be received by the job posting deadline. You will be unable to make revisions once you officially submit your application to the State. �Late submissions are rarely accepted, with exceptions only for documented events that incapacitate individuals during the entire duration of the job posting. Request exceptions by emailing�DAS.SHRM@ct.gov.�\r\n Salary Calculations: For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from one of the three branches of state government (i.e., Executive, Legislative, Judicial) to the other.�\r\n\r\n\r\n Note: The�only way�to apply to this posting is via the ‘Apply’ or ‘Apply Online’ buttons on the official State of Connecticut Online Employment Center job posting.\r\n\r\nAFTER YOU APPLY:�\r\n\r\n Some email providers may experience delays or issues delivering messages. To avoid missing important updates—such as referral questionnaires or interview scheduling links—please check your�Personal Status Board�regularly.\r\n For added convenience, you can also enable text (SMS) notifications. To do this, log in to your Personal Status Board and select “Update My Contact Information.”\r\n Referral Questions:�This posting may require completion of additional Referral Questions (RQs), which must be completed by the questionnaire’s expiration date. If requested, RQs can be accessed via an email sent to you after the job close date or by visiting your JobAps Personal Status Board (Certification Questionnaires section).� �\r\n\r\n\r\n Prepare For An Interview:�Interviews are limited to those whose experience and training are most aligned with the role. To prepare, review this helpful�Interview Preparation Guide�to make the best impression!�\r\n Stay connected! Log in daily to your JobAps Personal Status Board to track your status and check email (including spam/junk folders) for updates and tasks.��\r\n The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.��\r\n Note: This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules. 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, available at�www.ct.gov/ethics.\r\n\r\n\r\n This employer may participate in E‑Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I‑9 information to confirm work authorization.\r\n\r\nQUESTIONS? WE’RE HERE TO HELP:�\r\nDue to high volume, we are unable to confirm receipt or provide status updates directly. For recruitment updates, please check your Personal Status Board and review our Frequently Asked Questions. If you have additional questions about the recruitment process, reach out to Jensine Tran at Jensine.Tran@ct.gov.�\r\nJoin the State of Connecticut and take your next career step with confidence!\r\n

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 the technical review and analysis of environmental program data and issues within the environmental field and assisting in the development of recommendations for courses of action and implementation of policy and program decisions.\r\n\r\nIn other state agencies this class is accountable for performing a limited range of tasks in the planning, monitoring, implementation and evaluation of environmental program data and issues and assisting in the development of recommendations for courses of action.\r\n

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

\r\n\r\n Assists in developing departmental, statewide or local environmental plans and programs;�\r\n Assists in research, collection and analysis of resources, data and educational materials;�\r\n Assists in review and analysis of proposed projects for consistency with policies, statutes and environmental impact;�\r\n Assists in coordinating database maintenance and disseminating information;�\r\n Assists in drafting new regulations, statutes, guidelines and other written materials;�\r\n Assists in formulating policy options;�\r\n Assists in providing technical consultation to local, regional, state, federal officials and the public;�\r\n Assists in coordinating federal grant-in-aid programs and preparing related documentation;�\r\n Assists in developing enforcement actions and reports;�\r\n Assists in reviewing and developing recommendations on environmental permit requests;�\r\n Assists in developing and implementing environmental and leisure services education programs;�\r\n Assists in preparing environmental impact statements and recommendations for corrective actions and/or alternatives;�\r\n May assist in conducting site investigations;�\r\n May assist in preparing publications and guidelines on environmental protection, natural resource education and economic development issues;�\r\n Prepares environmental permit applications;�\r\n May prepare enforcement actions;�\r\n May serve as department representative on regulatory and advisory boards and/or committees;�\r\n May serve as legislative liaison;�\r\n Performs related duties as required.\r\n\r\n\r\n

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

\r\n Knowledge of\r\n \r\n local, state and federal laws, statutes, regulations and policies pertaining to environmental protection;\r\n principles and practices in fields relative to environmental protection;�\r\n basic principles and practices of environmental and policy analysis;�\r\n basic statistics;�\r\n environmental program planning principles and practices;�\r\n \r\n \r\n Skills\r\n \r\n interpersonal skills;�\r\n oral and written communication skills;�\r\n research and organizational skills;�\r\n \r\n \r\n Ability to\r\n \r\n understand and interpret legislation and technical data;�\r\n utilize computer software.\r\n \r\n \r\n\r\n

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

Five (5) years of experience involving technical analysis and interpretation of environmental program data or planning and implementing environmental programs.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED

\r\n\r\n 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; or 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.\r\n A Master's degree in a scientific or technical discipline related to the environmental field including but not limited to biological, earth, physical sciences; environmental planning; environmental law; economics; leisure services; geographic information systems; geography with a concentration in geographic information systems; natural sciences; or natural resources may be substituted for five (5) years of the General Experience.\r\n NOTE: Education may only be substituted for a total of five (5) years.\r\n For state employees one (1) year of experience as an Environmental Compliance Specialist 2 may be substituted for the General Experience.\r\n Successful completion of an Environmental Trainee program approved by the Department of Administrative Services may be substituted for the General Experience.\r\n\r\n

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

\r\n\r\n Education or experience in microbiology, chemistry, biology, environmental science, or another relevant discipline, as applicable to environmental laboratory testing or regulatory compliance\r\n Experience applying environmental laboratory analytical methods, quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) procedures, and laboratory quality management systems\r\n Experience reviewing and evaluating data and technical information to identify deficiencies or noncompliance, document findings, and recommend follow-up actions\r\n Experience with basic environmental regulations and standards related to analytical laboratory work\r\n Experience organizing and tracking program records, maintaining accurate databases, monitoring deadlines, and compiling information to support program operations and reporting\r\n Experience communicating clearly with staff and external parties, explain technical or regulatory information, respond to inquiries, and support coordination of program activities\r\n\r\n\r\n

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

\r\n Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.\r\n Incumbents in this class may be required to possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s license.\r\n\r\n

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.\r\n

Conclusion

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER\r\nThe State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.\r\n

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.\r\n