WRM-2025-48 Principal Clerk Typist (Internal Posting) at NJ Department of Environmental Protection

Trenton, New Jersey, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 Mar, 26

Salary

62340.34

Posted On

17 Dec, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Clerical Work, Typing, Data Upkeep, Telephone Coverage, Mail Processing, Internal Communications, Meeting Scheduling, Filing, Photocopying, Equipment Requests, Supply Requests

Industry

Government Administration

Description

Open to: Division-Wide Work Week: 35 (35-hour) Work Week Salary: (A12) $43,236.54 - $62,340.34 Opening Date: December 16, 2025 Closing Date: December 30, 2025 Existing Vacancies: 1 Program/Location Department of Environmental Protection Water Resource Management Water Quality Construction, Payments & Administration 401 East State Street Trenton, NJ 08625 Scope of Eligibility Open to permanent employees in a competitive title who work in the Division of Water Quality and meet the requirements below. Description Under supervision, types and also performs routine, repetitive, clerical work of a varied nature; does other related duties as required. Specific to the Position This position manages all critical administrative and clerical functions of the Bureau of Construction, Payments and Administration including telephone coverage, processing of incoming and outgoing mail and internal communications, data upkeep for funded projects in H2Loans, a web-based project management platform, and coordinates the routing of requests and questions to appropriate staff. Duties and responsibilities also include scheduling meetings and training for managers and staff, photocopying, filing, preparation of equipment and supply requests, and any other duties as required by the Bureau. Requirements Two (2) years of experience in clerical work including typing. NOTE: Successful completion of a clerical training program with a minimum of 700 classroom training hours or 30 semester hour credits in secretarial science from an accredited college or university may be substituted for one (1) year of experience indicated above. Coursework must include keyboarding skills, methods, and procedures; other courses may include, but not be limited to, office procedures, word processing, and business English. 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. 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

The position manages all critical administrative and clerical functions of the Bureau of Construction, Payments and Administration. Responsibilities include telephone coverage, processing mail, data upkeep, and scheduling meetings.