SPFHS-2025-20 Analyst Trainee at NJ Department of Environmental Protection

Englishtown, New Jersey, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

08 Mar, 26

Salary

51479.83

Posted On

09 Dec, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Analytic Practices, Research, Budgeting, Fiscal Procedures, Statistical Analysis, Communication Skills, Organizational Skills, Time Management, Financial Reporting, Database Development, Project Oversight, Construction Phases, Health and Safety, Natural Resource Management, State Government Financial System

Industry

Government Administration

Description

Open to: General Public Work Week: NE (35-hour) Work Week Salary: $51,479.83 (Non-negotiable) Opening Date: 12/08/2025 Closing Date:12/22/2025 Existing Vacancies: 1 Program/Location Department of Environmental Protection State Parks, Forests, and Historic Sites Office of Resource Development 275 Freehold-Englishtown Road Englishtown, NJ 07726 Scope of Eligibility Open to applicants who meet the requirements below. Description Under the direction of a supervisor in a State department or agency, as a trainee and productive worker, receives on the job training in analytic practices/procedures and application and research and preparation of reports, completes assignments which will provide practical analyst experience and/or learns to review and analyze financial reports; does other related work. Specific to the Position The Office of Resource Development (ORD) leads the capital development program for the State Parks, Forests & Historic Sites and Fish & Wildlife programs, which involves oversight of the design and construction phases of a diversity of projects including facility renovations, new facility development and construction, and health and safety, infrastructure, historic and natural resource focused projects. The Analyst Trainee position reports to the Administrator of ORD and will assist with budgeting and tracking of state, capital and federal funds and projects. Ability to review office operating procedures and assist staff on matters pertaining to fiscal procedures and budget requests and priorities. The Analyst will be responsible for conducting statistical, fiscal and budgetary analyses that will include development of a fiscal database for the tracking and monitoring of all funding and spending allocations. Prepares and reconciles accounts statements. Required to prepare statistical reports showing monetary spending and collection with all current and past accounts, as needed. Preferred Skill Set Strong fiscal, organizational, communication, and time management skills with experience working on the NJ government financial system. Requirements NOTE: Applicants must meet one of the following or a combination of both experience and education. Thirty (30) semester hour credits are equal to one (1) year of relevant experience. Four (4) years of professional experience relevant to the position. OR Possession of a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university. NOTE: “Professional experience” refers to work that is analytical, evaluative, and interpretive; requires a range of basic knowledge of the profession’s concepts and practices; and is performed with the authority to act and make accurate and informed decisions. NOTE: All U.S. degrees and transcripts must be from an accredited college or university. All foreign degrees and transcripts must be evaluated for accreditation by a recognized evaluation service by the closing date of this posting. Failure to provide documentation may result in ineligibility. License 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. SAME Applicants If you are applying under the NJ SAME program, your supporting documents (Schedule A or B letter) must be submitted along with your resume by the closing date indicated above. For more information on the SAME program, please visit SAME Program, email [email protected], or call CSC at (609) 292-4144 and select Option #3. 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”. 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. 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 Analyst Trainee will assist with budgeting and tracking of state, capital, and federal funds and projects. Responsibilities include conducting statistical, fiscal, and budgetary analyses and preparing reports on monetary spending and collections.