Student Environmental Assistant at State of careers Rhode Island

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Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

05 Jun, 26

Salary

22.0

Posted On

07 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Environmental Management, Environmental Protection, Scientific Projects, Data Collection, Data Analysis, Technical Report Preparation, Record Keeping, Scientific Materials Interpretation, Proposal Preparation, Oral Presentations, Written Communication

Industry

Government Administration

Description

Department Department of Transportation Division Environmental Services Salary $16.00 - $22.00 Job Profile JC-09140053-99 - Student Environmental Assistant (Non-Union Executive Branch) Scheduled Work Days & Work Hours Monday- Friday, Full Time Summer 2026. Appointments will begin in May and Extend to early September. Part- Time Co-Op options may be available in the Fall Academic Year. Opening Date March 7, 2026 Closing Date May 6, 2026 Job Requisition Number JR101428 Student Environmental Assistant (Evergreen) Pay Grade C40277 G Classification Student Environmental Assistant Class Definition GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: To assist in performing various tasks related to environmental management and protection, including developing and assisting in scientific projects and programs; and to do related work as required. SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Duties are assigned individually in detail; work is closely supervised. SUPERVISION EXERCISED: Usually none. Illustrative Examples of Work Performed: To assist in performing various tasks related to environmental management and protection, including developing and assisting in scientific projects and programs. To assist in the design, development, and implementation of all types of projects, research studies, and surveys in the broad field of environmental quality, including air, water, solid waste and/or environmental pollutants and contaminants. To research, collect, and analyze data. To assist in the preparation of technical scientific reports and other documents with findings, conclusions and recommendations about environmental matters. To maintain essential records and files. To do related work as required. Required Qualifications for Appointment: KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS AND CAPACITIES: Must possess an understanding of basic principles, practices, procedures, and technology of the scientific field of environmental quality protection; Ability to review and interpret technical and scientific materials; the ability to compile data for and assist in preparing scientifically accurate proposals, papers, and informational reports; ability to understand and carry out complex oral and written instructions; the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships; the ability to write effectively and to make oral presentations; and related capacities and abilities. EDUCATION: Applicants should be at least a second year student, enrolled at an accredited college/university with specialization in environmental sciences, environmental engineering or in a closely related field. Students majoring in environmental sciences are given initial placement preference; a student’s academic standing and GPA are judged for placement preference. Supplemental Information: Full time students must attach a current resume detailing their education, work experience and any community involvement, a statement of interest describing career plans and a copy of latest unofficial college academic transcript. If selected, applicant must provide most recent official college transcript. Supplemental Information Providence, Rhode Island Benefits For information regarding the benefits available to State of Rhode Island employees, please visit the Office of Employee Benefits' website at http://www.employeebenefits.ri.gov/. Also, be advised that a new provision in RI General Law 35-6-1 was enacted requiring direct deposit for all employees. Specific to new hires, the law requires that all employees hired after September 30, 2014 participate in direct deposit. Accordingly, any employee hired after this date will be required to participate in the direct deposit system. At the time the employee is hired, the employee shall identify a financial institution that will serve as a personal depository agency for the employee. STATE OF RHODE ISLAND JOBS The State of Rhode Island is committed to providing fundamental services to all Rhode Islanders. Join our team and enjoy the benefits of providing public service with purpose and impact. If you are a current state employee, you are required to apply through the internal jobs website: Click Here. Applications for current state employees will only be accepted through the internal jobs website. Please log into your Employee Self Service portal and search "Find Jobs" to access the internal jobs website.

Responsibilities

The role involves assisting in performing various tasks related to environmental management and protection, including developing and supporting scientific projects and programs. Responsibilities include assisting in the design and implementation of research studies related to environmental quality, such as air, water, and pollutants, and preparing technical reports.