WRM-2026-37 Environmental Services Trainee

njdepartmentofenvironmentalprotection; Ewing Township (NJ); On-site; USD 47,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection seeks a Water Resources Technician to collect and analyze water quality samples for freshwater assessment, operate field equipment, and report findings with precise data management. This role requires attention to detail and ability to handle data using electronic systems.

Under supervision, you will participate in sampling programs, operate state vehicles, and contribute to meetings while meeting licensing and documentation requirements for

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Physical or Environmental Sciences as listed in the posting.
• Experience with water quality sampling and field surveys.
• All degrees from accredited institutions; foreign degrees must be evaluated.

Responsibilities

• Collect and analyze water quality samples for freshwater assessment.
• Operate equipment to measure physical/chemical water quality and locate sampling sites.
• Prepare data reports with findings and conclusions; maintain water quality data electronically.

Skills

Water quality sampling

Analytical skills

Technical writing

Presentation skills

Boat trailer

Boat navigation

Boat maintenance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Physical Sciences

Job description

Open to:

General Public

Work Week:

NE (35-hour) Work Week

Salary:

(P95) $55,690.52

Opening Date:

10/06/2026

Closing Date:

10/27/2026

Existing Vacancies:

1

Program/Location

Department of Environmental Protection

• Water Resource Management
• Water Monitoring, Standards & Pesticide Control
• Freshwater & Biological Monitoring
• 35 Arctic Parkway
• Ewing, NJ 08638

Scope of Eligibility

Open to applicants who meet the requirements below.

Description

Under the close supervision of a supervisory official, in an Environmental Services Program, learns to conduct routine surveys, studies, inspections, and/or investigations relating to the improvement and/or monitoring of environmental conditions, and/or the enforcement of environmental laws/regulations; does other related duties.

Specific to the Position

This position will collect and analyze water quality samples necessary for freshwater assessment, which include physical/chemical water quality; stream flow measurements, continuous monitoring, bacteriological, source trackdown, Harmful Algal Blooms, and emerging contaminant monitoring. Additional duties include utilizing electronic and computerized equipment for measuring water quality and accurately locating sampling sites, preparing accurate data reports containing findings and conclusions, maintaining water quality data in an electronic database, operating state vehicles (truck/boat), and attending internal and external meetings.

Preferred Skill Set

Experience collecting field samples & water quality samples; strong analytical, technical writing and presentation skills; experience with boat trailering, boat navigation and maintenance.

Requirements

Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree in one of the Physical Sciences, Environmental Sciences/Studies, Chemical Sciences, Biological Sciences, or in Environmental Planning, Environmental Policy, or Physical Geography; or in Civil Engineering, Sanitary Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Agricultural Engineering, Mining Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or Bio-resource Engineering.

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 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… . 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.