AEMS-2026-45 Analyst Trainee

NJ Department of Environmental Protection; Ewing Township (NJ); On-site; USD 48,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid leave

Holiday pay

Telework

Pension

Health benefits

Deferred compensation

FSA/HSA

Commuter benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

The NJ Department of Environmental Protection in Trenton, NJ is seeking a trainee analyst who will learn analytic practices, applications and report preparation under supervision. You will complete assignments that provide practical analyst experience and contribute to reviewing and analyzing financial and IT reports.

This role emphasizes MS Office 365 proficiency, data collection, and evaluating data to develop guidance and documents in accordance with standards and procedures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or 4 years of professional experience in a relevant field.
• Experience described as analytical, evaluative and interpretive.
• Knowledge of reports and data review within governmental context.

Responsibilities

• Receive on-the-job training in analytic practices and report preparation.
• Complete assignments providing practical analyst experience.
• Review and analyze financial reports and IT-related data.

Skills

Microsoft Office 365

Data collection

Report interpretation

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree

4 years professional experience

Tools

Microsoft Office 365

Job description

Open to: General Public

Work Week: NE (35-hour) Work Week

Salary: (P95) $53,281.62 (Non-negotiable)

Opening Date: 8/27/2026

Closing Date: 9/17/2026

Existing Vacancies: 1

Program/Location

Department of Environmental Protection

Air, Energy and Materials Sustainability

Waste and UST Compliance and Enforcement

Director's Office

9 Ewing Street

Trenton, NJ 08625

Scope of Eligibility

Open to applicants who meet the requirements below.

Description

Under the direction of a supervisor in a State department or agency, as a trainee and productive worker, receives on the job training in analytic practices/procedures, applications and research and preparation of reports, completes assignments which will provide practical analyst experience and/or learns to review and analyze financial reports; does other related work.

Preferred Skill Set

Assist with preparing reports and maintaining records and files. Work on projects and assignments that support the Director's office and Bureaus with data, information technology (IT), administrative and operational activities. Perform tasks that include data collection, research, reviews, interpreting reports, evaluating data or IT reports, developing guidance and documents in accordance with or related to standards, policies and procedures; and ensure compliance with State, Federal or other requirements.

Specific to the Position

Working knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Excel, Teams, OneDrive, Powerpoint).

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.

Four (4) years of professional experience relevant to the position.

OR

Possession of a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.

NOTE: “Professional experience” refers to work that is analytical, evaluative, and interpretive; requires a range of basic knowledge of the profession’s concepts and practices; and is performed with the authority to act and make accurate and informed decisions.

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.

Benefits

• 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.

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 email [e-mail], or call CSC at [phone] and select Option #3.

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/

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.

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 Aff ...

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.