AEMS-2026-45 Analyst Trainee

NJ Department of Environmental Protection; West Trenton (NJ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday Pay

Telework*

Pension

Health Benefits (medical, prescription

Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement*

Job summary

The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection is seeking a trainee analyst to gain on‑the‑job training in analytic practices, applications and research, and to prepare reports under supervision in Trenton, NJ. The role offers exposure to financial data, data collection and IT-driven reporting tasks within the Director's Office and relevant bureaus.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor’s degree or 4 years of professional experience, along with proficiency in Microsoft Office 365.

Qualifications

• Four years of professional experience relevant to the position.
• Possession of a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• Professional experience is analytical, evaluative, and interpretive with decision-making authority.

Responsibilities

• Receive on-the-job training in analytic practices, procedures, applications and research for report preparation.
• Complete assignments that provide practical analyst experience and learn to review and analyze financial reports.
• Work on projects that support the Director's Office and bureaus with data, IT, administration and operations.

Skills

Microsoft Office 365

Education

Bachelor's degree

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.

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 Affiliated 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.

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.