Environmental Analyst 2 (35 Hour)

State of Connecticut•Hartford, CT

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

This position is within the State of Connecticut, Department of Public Health (DPH), Regulatory Affairs Branch’s Environmental Health Section. The role involves developing an Alternative Treatment Systems (ATS) program, which utilizes advanced mechanical technologies for wastewater treatment that surpass conventional septic systems. The program will address environmental and housing development needs, support the Governor's housing development goals, and tackle unique wastewater management challenges in underserved areas. The position will work closely with the Environmental Engineering Program.

Requirements

Six (6) years of experience involving technical analysis and interpretation of environmental program data or planning and implementing environmental programs.
College training in a scientific or technical discipline related to the environmental field including but not limited to the biological, earth, or physical sciences; environmental planning; environmental law; economics; leisure services; geographic information systems; geography with a concentration in geographic information systems; natural sciences; or natural resources may be substituted for the General Experience on the basis of fifteen (15) semester hours equalling one-half (1/2) year of experience to a maximum of four (4) years for a Bachelor's degree.
A Master's degree in a scientific or technical discipline related to the environmental field including but not limited to the biological, earth, or physical sciences; environmental planning; environmental law; economics; leisure services; geographic information systems; geography with a concentration in geographic information systems; natural sciences; or natural resources may be substituted for five (5) years of the General Experience.
For state employees one (1) year of experience as an Environmental Analyst 1 may be substituted for the General Experience.
Knowledge of principles and practices in fields relative to environmental protection
Knowledge of principles and practices of environmental and policy analysis
Knowledge of local, state and federal laws, statutes, regulations and policies pertaining to environmental protection
Knowledge of environmental program planning principles and practices
Knowledge of statistics
Interpersonal skills
Oral and written communication skills
Skills in research and organization
Ability to understand and interpret legislation and technical data
Ability to utilize computer software

Nice To Haves

Experience conducting training to diverse groups.
Experience managing databases.
Experience working with federal, state and local partners to address public health issues.
Experience conducting statistical analysis.
Experience working with Alternative Treatment Systems and subsurface treatment systems.
Experience in environmental enforcement.
Experience working with environmental licensure.

Responsibilities

Developing licensure requirements for AT system installers and operators in conjunction with the Environmental Practitioner Licensure Program
Managing a data tracking system for AT system compliance
Coordinating with the Environmental Practitioner Licensure Program for training and certification of local health officials
Overseeing enforcement matters related to AT systems
Assists in development of departmental, statewide or local environment and/or emergency response plans and programs
Researches, collects and analyzes resources, data and educational materials
Reviews and analyzes proposed projects for consistency with policies and statutes and assesses environmental impact
Conducts site investigations
Prepares environmental impact statements and recommends corrective actions and alternatives
Analyzes existing state policies, statutes, plans and regulatory programs and reviews pending legislation for environmental impact
Coordinates database maintenance and disseminates information
Assists in drafting new regulations, statutes, guidelines and other written materials
Assists in formulating policy options
Provides technical consultation to local, regional, state, federal officials and the public
Coordinates federal grant-in-aid programs and prepares related paperwork
Recommends enforcement actions and prepares reports
Reviews and makes recommendations on environmental permit requests
May prepare publications and guidelines on environmental protection, natural resources education and economic development issues
May develop and implement environmental and leisure service education programs
May testify at public hearings
May prepare enforcement actions
May serve as a legislative liaison
May serve as department representative on various regulatory and advisory boards and committees
Performs related duties as required