CIER-2026-7H - Program Specialist (Hourly)

NJ Department of Environmental Protection; Trenton (NJ); On-site; USD 29,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Earned Sick Time

Defined Contribution Retirement Plan

Job summary

The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection, Green Acres program in Trenton, NJ, is seeking candidates for an analyst role open to the general public. The position offers 40 hours per week and an hourly wage of $25, with benefits for hourly employees.

Under supervision, the staff assist in planning, monitoring and evaluating programs related to land conservation and recreation, using Excel and research skills.

Qualifications

• Three years of professional experience in planning, monitoring, coordinating, implementing and/or evaluating agency programs and services.
• Bachelor's degree plus one year of the above experience.
• Master's degree in a relevant discipline may substitute for experience.

Responsibilities

• Review Recreation and Open Space Inventories submitted by municipalities and counties that receive Green Acres funding.
• Research online property tax records and maps, compare documents, and work with municipalities and counties to finalize land lists.
• Assist with the Green Acres Local and Nonprofit Assistance Program as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Open to: General Public

Work Week: 40 hours per week (Up to 944 hours max per fiscal year)

Salary: $25/Hour

Opening Date: 9/25/2026

Closing Date: 10/16/2026

Existing Vacancies: 1

Program/Location

Department of Environmental Protection

Community Investment & Economic Revitalization

Green Acres

401 East State Street

Trenton, NJ 08625

Scope of Eligibility

Open to applicants who meet the requirements below

Description

Under the close supervision of a Program Specialist 3 or 4, or other supervisory official in a state department, institution or agency, assists in the professional, administrative and analytical work to promote the planning, operation, implementation, monitoring and/or evaluation of various programs and services administered by the Department of assignment; assists in conducting the research and field work necessary to meet the needs of the appropriate state and/or local public or private agencies; does other related work.

Specific to Position

Work with Green Acres and DEP staff to review Recreation and Open Space Inventories that are submitted by municipalities and counties that receive Green Acres funding. Research online property tax records and maps, compare documents, and work with municipalities and counties to finalize lists of land held for recreation and conservation purposes. Attention to detail and experience with Microsoft Excel are critical to this position. Commitment to land preservation and recreation are helpful as these documents are used to protect open space and parks in New Jersey. Assist with the Green Acres Local and Nonprofit Assistance Program as needed

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.

Three (3) years of professional experience in planning, monitoring, coordinating, implementing, modifying and/or evaluating agency programs and services.

OR

Possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university; and one (1) year of the above-mentioned professional experience.

OR

Possession of a Master's degree from an accredited college or university in a discipline appropriate for the position.

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.

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 [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".

Employee Benefits

TES / Hourly employeebenefits 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.

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... 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.