WRM-2026-22 Technical Assistant

Open to

Division-Wide

Work Week

35-hour Work Week

Salary

(A12) $44,749.82 - $64,522.22

Opening Date

7/31/2026

Closing Date

8/14/2026

Existing Vacancies

1

Program/Location

Department of Environmental Protection

Water Resource Management

Office of the Assistant Commissioner

401 East State Street

Trenton, NJ 08625

Scope of Eligibility

Open to permanent employees in a competitive title who work for the Office of the Assistant Commissioner in the Water Resource Management Program and meet the requirements below.

Description

Under supervision of a supervisory official in a state department or agency or a local jurisdiction, performs technical functions in providing information and assistance in reviewing and verifying data of a routine nature; does other related duties.

Specific to the Position

This position is within the Office of the Assistant Commissioner for Water Resource Management (WRM) and serves to effectively execute assignment and tracking processes for routine responsibilities including but not limited to: the Open Public Records Act (OPRA) tasks that are assigned to the Assistant Commissioner’s Records Custodian (ACRC), WRM Program-related referrals/inquiries from the general public, the use and return of WRM Enforcement Badges, mobile devices, and employee credentials upon separation from DEP employment. This position is responsible for WRM’s Travel Card’s restricted use in relation to approved eTRIPS requests with airfare and/or lodging; creates and maintains various, highly detailed tracking spreadsheets with defined formulas for IT equipment returns, vehicle assignments and active staff (internal/office) contact/location information.

Preferred Skill Set

Working knowledge of the OPRA process and requirements, including the Activity Tracking System; Records Retention Schedule; NJEMS; and eTRIPS. Proficient in using Microsoft Excel

Requirements

EXPERIENCE

Two (2) years of experience in reviewing, verifying, authorizing, and/or providing information and assistance of a technical or fiscal nature in a public or private organization.

NOTE: Applicants who do not possess the required experience may substitute semester hour credits from an accredited college or university on a year-for-year basis with thirty (30) semester hour credits being equal to one (1) year of experience.

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.
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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 Affirmative 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.