COS-2026-2 Communications Operator 2, Environmental Protection (Internal Po at NJ Department of Environmental Protection

Hamilton Square, New Jersey, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

29 Apr, 26

Salary

74754.0

Posted On

29 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Communications, Emergency Management, Environmental Protection, Monitoring, Transmitting, Receiving, Data Processing, Computer-Aided Dispatch, Incident Command System, NIMS, Emergency Assistance, First Responders, Training, Supervision, Environmental Complaints, Radio Messages

Industry

Government Administration

Description

Open to: Division-Wide Work Week: 40 (40-hour) Work Week Salary: (A16) $51,479.83 - $74,754.23 Opening Date: 1/28/2026 Closing Date: 2/11/2026 Existing Vacancies: 1 Program/Location Department of Environmental Protection Office of the Chief of Staff Emergency Management Program Bureau of Communications and Response Services 1400 Negron Drive Hamilton Square, NJ 08619 Scope of Eligibility Open to permanent employees in a competitive title who work for the Emergency Management Program and meet the requirements below. Description Under the general supervision of a Communications Operator 3 or other supervisory official in the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP), in a centralized communications center, functions as a lead worker, providing guidance to lower-level communications operators and taking the lead on work-related matters; monitors, receives, and transmits environmental emergency alarms including, but not limited to, incidents associated with fires, radiation accidents, toxic releases, chemical spills, and atmospheric pollution; receives requests for DEP emergency assistance and transmits same to first responders and/or law enforcement personnel, and other pertinent federal, state, county, and/or local authorities; does other related duties as required. Specific to the Position The appointee will work as the “lead operator” when the supervisor in not available, in the daily operation of our 24 hours/day, 7 days/week, 365 days/year centralized communications center, providing close direct supervision to lower-level communications operators as required by the Civil Service Commission. The appointee will also assist in the training program for our new staff. Requirements EXPERIENCE: Two (2) years of experience in work involving the monitoring, receiving, sending, transmitting, and relaying of electronic messages and/or electronic radio messages, and the receiving, relaying and recording of environmental complaints and requests for assistance which shall have included the use of computer-aided dispatch, data processing, or computer equipment and programs for law enforcement, fire, emergency medical services, and/or other first responders. License/Certification: Appointees must possess certification in IS-100.c: Introduction to the Incident Command System, IS-200.c: Basic Incident Command System for Initial Response, IS-700.b: National Incident Management System (NIMS) an Introduction, and IS-800.c: National Response Framework, an Introduction. Appointees may be required to possess certification by the National Emergency Communications Institute (NECI) as an Emergency Communications Officer; or Association of Public Safety Communications Officials (APCO) as a Public Safety Telecommunicator; or International Academies of Emergency Dispatch (IAED) as an Emergency Telecommunicator Communications. Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform the essential duties of the position. Benefits As a New Jersey State Department, NJDEP offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes: Paid Benefit Leave Holiday Pay Alternative Workweek Program* Telework* Pension Deferred Compensation Health Benefits (medical, prescription drug, dental & vision care) and Life Insurance Flexible and Health Spending Accounts (FSA/HSA) Commuter Tax Savings Program Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Tuition Reimbursement* *Pursuant to the State/Department's policy, procedures, and/or guidelines. Veteran's Preference To qualify for New Jersey Veteran's Preference/status, you must establish Veteran's Preference through the Department of Military and Veteran's Affairs. Please submit proof of your Veteran's Preference along with your resume as indicated. For more information, please visit https://www.nj.gov/military/veterans/services/civil-service-preference/ Residency All persons newly hired on or after September 1, 2011, have one year from the date of employment to establish, and then maintain principal residence in the State of New Jersey subject to the provisions of N.J.S.A. 52:14-7 (L.2011, Chapter 70), also known as the “New Jersey First Act”. Authorization to Work Selected candidates must be authorized to work in the United States per the Department of Homeland Security, United States Citizenship, and Immigration Services regulations. NOTE: The State of New Jersey does not provide sponsorship for citizenship to the United States. Equal Opportunity Employment The State of New Jersey seeks to increase the richness and diversity of its workforce, and in doing so, become the employer of choice for all people seeking to work in State Government. To evaluate the effectiveness of our efforts to attract and employ a diverse workforce, applicants are asked to voluntarily answer a few brief questions on the NJ Affirmative Action Information Form. All information is considered confidential and will be filed separately with the agency's affirmative action officer. This information will not be part of your application for employment and will not be considered in any hiring decision. DEP Notices of Vacancy have a 4:00 p.m. deadline on the closing date. When filing for these opportunities, please be sure to have your letter of interest and credentials sent electronically before 4 p.m. on the closing date. The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to inclusive hiring and a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage people from all backgrounds to apply. Accommodations under ADA will be provided upon request.

Responsibilities

The appointee will function as a lead worker in a centralized communications center, providing guidance to lower-level operators and monitoring environmental emergency alarms. They will also assist in training new staff and ensure effective communication during emergencies.