Open to: General PublicWork Week: 35 hours per week preferred (up to 900 hours per fiscal year)
Salary:$25/Hour
Opening Date: 04/24/2026
Closing Date: 5/15/2026Existing Vacancies: 1Program/LocationDepartment of Environmental ProtectionContaminated Site Remediation & Redevelopment
Environmental Evaluation & Remediation Review
Groundwater Pollution Abatement
401 East State StreetTrenton, NJ 08625Scope of Eligibility
Open to applicants that meet the requirements below.DescriptionUnder the limited supervision of a Geologist 3 or other supervisory official in a State department or agency, takes the lead and/or conducts complex field and office work pertaining to sub-surface investigations, soil compaction, mineral resources, and other related geological work; compiles and analyzes complex geological data; does other related duties as required.Specific to the Position
The proposed hourly employee would work under the supervision of a Geologist 3 or higher-level title and would be responsible for reviewing and processing CEA proposals.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.Six (6) years of professional experience in geology, geophysics, and/or hydrogeology.ORPossession of a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in geology, or a bachelor's degree including or supplemented by thirty (30) semester-hour credits in geological subjects; and two (2) years of the above-mentioned professional experience.ORPossession of a master's degree in geology from an accredited college or university; and one (1) year of the above-mentioned professional experience.NOTE: "Professional experience" refers to work that is creative, analytical, evaluative, and interpretive; requires a range and depth of specialized knowledge of the profession's principles, concepts, theories, and practices; and is performed with the authority to act according to one's own judgment and make accurate and informed decisions.service by the closing date of this posting. Failure to provide documentation may result in ineligibility.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.Employee Benefits
TES / Hourly employee benefits include:- Earned Sick Time*
- Enrollment in Defined Contribution Retirement Plan upon meeting minimum earnings threshold
*Earn one hour of earned sick leave for every 30 hours you work.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 SAME@csc.nj.gov, or call CSC at (609) 292-4144 and select Option #3.
Veteran's PreferenceTo 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/ResidencyAll 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 WorkSelected 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 EmploymentThe 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.
