WLM-2025-33 Boat Attendant at NJ Department of Environmental Protection

Forked River, New Jersey, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

18 Mar, 26

Salary

53572.0

Posted On

18 Dec, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Boat Operation, Maintenance, Servicing, Cleaning, Marking Navigation Channels, Coastal Waters Management, Inland Waterways Management, Lakes Management, Electronic Recording Systems, Manual Recording Systems

Industry

Government Administration

Description

Open to: General Public Work Week: 40 (40-hour) Work Week Salary: (O09) $37,334.25 - $53,572.65 Opening Date: 12/18/2025 Closing Date: 1/8/2026 Existing Vacancies: 2 Program/Location Department of Environmental Protection Watershed & Land Management Resilience, Engineering & Construction Aids To Navigation 302 Marine Road Forked River, NJ 08731 Scope of Eligibility Open to applicants who meet the requirements below. Description Under direction of a supervisor, in a state department or agency, assists in the operation and maintenance of various types of boats assigned to the unit; does related work as required. Specific to the Position Under direction of a supervisor, in a state department or agency, assists in the operation and maintenance of various types of boats assigned to the unit used to mark state navigation channels; does related work as required. Preferred Skill Set Knowledge of the operation, servicing, cleaning, and maintenance of patrol boats and motors. Ability to learn to assist in the marking and maintenance of coastal waters, inland waterways and lakes. Ability to properly use and store boats and related materials and equipment. Ability to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units. 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. 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. 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. 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/ 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

Assist in the operation and maintenance of various types of boats assigned to the unit. Perform related work as required under the direction of a supervisor.