WRM-2026-24 Analyst Trainee

State of New Jersey; Trenton (NJ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of New Jersey's Department of Environmental Protection in Trenton is seeking an Administrative Analyst Trainee to gain practical experience in analytic practices and financial reporting. Under supervision, you will undertake on-the-job training and support preparation of reports and exhibits.

You will review and analyze financial data, assist with the Water Bank loan process and participate in new grant programs for DACs, with a focus on learning and professional growth in a public

Qualifications

• Four (4) years of professional experience relevant to the position.
• OR a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• All U.S. degrees must be from an accredited college or university; foreign degrees must be evaluated for accreditation by a recognized service.

Responsibilities

• Receive on-the-job training in analytic practices and report preparation.
• Review and analyze financial reports; perform data collection and documentation.
• Serve as project/grant manager in the Water Bank TA program for DACs and related planning/design grants.

Skills

Analytical ability

Data interpretation

Reporting

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:

9/14/2026

Closing Date:

10/05/2026

Existing Vacancies:

1

Program/Location

Department of Environmental Protection

Water Resource Management

Water Quality

Construction, Payments & Administration

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.

Specific to the Position

The Administrative Analysts in the Bureau of Construction, Payment & Administration’s (BCPA) Payment Section are responsible for the review and approval of NJ Water Bank loan requisitions in accordance with allowable costs provisions in N.J.A.C. 7:22‑5, the preparation of NJ Water Bank loan exhibits, the collection of data and documentation for the Clean Watersheds Needs Survey required under sections 205(a) and 516 of the Clean Water Act (CWA) (33 U.S Code §1375), preparation of the state's annual federal Clean Water State Revolving (SRF) fund capitalization grant application and annual Clean Water SRF Intended Use Plan, and serve as project/grant managers in the new Water Bank Technical Assistance (TA) program for disadvantaged communities (DACs) and DAC TA planning and design grant program.

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

As a New Jersey State Department, NJDEP offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• 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 Affiantive 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.