CSRR-2026-40 Analyst Trainee

State of New Jersey; Trenton (NJ); On-site; USD 48,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Benefit Leave

Holiday Pay

Alternative Workweek Program*

Telework*

Pension

Deferred Compensation

Health Benefits (medical, prescription

Dental & vision care

Flexible Health Spending Accounts (FSA

Commuter Tax Savings Program

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Tuition Reimbursement*

Job summary

State of New Jersey's Department of Environmental Protection is recruiting a trainee analyst for the Contaminated Site Remediation & Redevelopment and related divisions in Trenton. The role provides on-the-job training in analytic practices, data review, and report preparation under supervision.

A bachelor’s degree or four years of professional analytical experience are acceptable qualifications; Microsoft Excel/Word and Adobe are preferred, with strong organizational and reading skills required.

Qualifications

• Requires analytical, evaluative, and interpretive skills.
• Must review and interpret state contracts, procurement, and financial data.
• Strong ability to collect and compile data for analytic studies.

Responsibilities

• Learn to review and analyze financial reports and prepare reports.
• Assist in scheduling, reviewing, evaluating, and awarding procurement contracts.
• Gain exposure to operational audits, workflow analyses, and information systems.

Skills

Excel

Word

Adobe

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Open to:

General Public

Work Week:

NE (35-hour) Work Week

Salary:

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

Opening Date:

8/25/2026

Closing Date:

9/15/2026

Existing Vacancies:

1

Program/Location

Department of Environmental Protection

Contaminated Site Remediation & Redevelopment

Enforcement & Financial Operations

Financial Services

401 East State 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 and application 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

The appointee will review assigned projects; learn to identify the information, tools, and research methods required for efficient project completion. Learn to review, interpret, and evaluate state contract, procurement, financial, and other data. Learn to collect and compile data and other information required to complete analytic studies. Learn to review and evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of existing contracts and information processing systems. Learn to conduct operational audits, workflow, and other assessments. Learn to interpret laws, rules, regulations, standards, policies, and procedures and apply them to specific situations. Learn to examine documents for authenticity, validity, and accuracy. Assist in scheduling, reviewing, evaluating, and awarding of procurement contracts. Learn to assist in the review and evaluation of fiscal and/or administrative practices, organizational structure, or operating systems and provide recommendations for changes and improvements.

Specific to the Position

Ability to learn and utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units. Knowledge and experience with Microsoft Software, including Excel and Word, as well as Adobe. Ability to multi-task, ability to establish and maintain essential shared records, and excellent organizational and comprehensive reading skills are essential for the position.

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.

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.

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 Affinative 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.

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.