WRM-2026-3 Environmental Services Trainee
About The Position
Under the close supervision of a supervisory official, as a trainee and productive worker, in an Environmental Services program, in a state department, institution, or agency, learns to conduct routine surveys, studies, inspections, and/or investigations relating to the improvement and/or monitoring of environmental conditions, and/or the enforcement of environmental laws/regulations. This position will collect and analyze water quality samples for PFAS trackdown studies and perform assessments of freshwater, which include physical/chemical water quality; flow measurements, continuous monitoring, source trackdowns, and PFAS sampling. The role also involves utilizing electronic and computerized equipment for measuring water quality and accurately locating sampling sites. Source tracking duties include identification of impacted water supply wells and surface/drinking water sources, identification of Water Quality Impairments, survey of watershed areas, utilizing GIS, maintaining databases, and coordinating sampling and lab analyses. Additional duties include preparing accurate data reports containing findings and conclusions, operating state vehicles (truck/boat), and attending internal and external meetings.
Requirements
- Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree in one of the Physical Sciences, Environmental Sciences/Studies, Chemical Sciences, Biological Sciences, or in Environmental Planning, Environmental Policy, or Physical Geography; or in Civil Engineering, Sanitary Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Agricultural Engineering, Mining Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or Bio-resource Engineering
- Possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey if the operation of a vehicle is necessary to perform the essential duties of the position
Nice To Haves
- Experience collecting field water quality samples
- Experience with source trackdown
- Strong analytical skills
- Strong technical writing skills
- Strong presentation skills
Responsibilities
- Learn to conduct routine surveys, studies, inspections, and/or investigations relating to the improvement and/or monitoring of environmental conditions, and/or the enforcement of environmental laws/regulations
- Collect and analyze water quality samples for PFAS trackdown studies
- Perform assessments of freshwater, including physical/chemical water quality, flow measurements, continuous monitoring, source trackdowns, and PFAS sampling
- Utilize electronic and computerized equipment for measuring water quality and accurately locating sampling sites
- Identify impacted water supply wells and surface/drinking water sources
- Identify Water Quality Impairments
- Survey watershed areas
- Utilize GIS
- Maintain databases
- Coordinate sampling and lab analyses
- Prepare accurate data reports containing findings and conclusions
- Operate state vehicles (truck/boat)
- Attend internal and external meetings
Benefits
- Paid Benefit Leave
- Holiday Pay
- Alternative Workweek Program
- Telework
- Pension
- Deferred Compensation
- Health Benefits (medical, prescription drug, dental & vision care)
- Life Insurance
- Flexible and Health Spending Accounts (FSA/HSA)
- Commuter Tax Savings Program
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
- Tuition Reimbursement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
