Environmental Specialist

The Environmental Specialist position at the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection involves conducting surveys, inspections, and investigations related to environmental conditions, particularly focusing on water quality. Responsibilities include data analysis, communication of findings, and contributing to water quality reports. Candidates should have a relevant Bachelor's degree and proficiency in Microsoft Office. This is a full-time role based in Trenton, NJ.
About the position

The Environmental Specialist position at the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection involves conducting routine surveys, studies, inspections, and investigations related to environmental conditions and the enforcement of environmental laws. The role focuses on analyzing data and communicating findings on water quality to support decision-making processes. The specialist will contribute to various projects, including water quality assessments and reports, while providing general program support.

Responsibilities
• Conduct routine surveys, studies, inspections, and investigations related to environmental conditions.
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• Analyze data and conduct research on water quality.
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• Communicate findings to inform decision-making regarding environmental conditions.
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• Contribute to the development of Integrated Water Quality Assessment Reports and Total Maximum Daily Load calculations.
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• Organize water quality monitoring data and research water quality topics.

Requirements
• Bachelor's degree in Physical Sciences, Environmental Sciences/Studies, Chemical Sciences, Biological Sciences, Environmental Planning, Environmental Policy, Physical Geography, or relevant engineering fields.
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• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
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• Basic understanding of environmental science, water quality, and land use planning.

Nice-to-haves
• Experience using ArcGIS for data assessment and analysis.
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• Familiarity with creating StoryMaps for data visualization.
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• Ability to update website components using WordPress.
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• Proficient in R or Python for data organization and analysis.

Benefits
• Full-time position with a competitive hourly rate of $20.00 - $25.00 per hour.
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• Opportunity to work in a state department focused on environmental protection.