CIER-2026-1H Administrative Analyst (Hourly)

CIER-2026-1H Administrative Analyst (Hourly) Part Time

Community Investment & Economic Revitalization

Open to:

General Public

Work Week:

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

Salary:

$22 per hour

Opening Date:

1/7/2026

Closing Date:

1/28/2026

Existing Vacancies:

1

Program/Location

Department of Environmental Protection

Community Investment & Economic Revitalization

Office of Economic Analysis

401 East State Street

Trenton, NJ 08625

Scope of Eligibility

Open to applicants who meet the requirements below.

Description

Under close supervision of a Research Scientist 1, Chief Economist, or other supervisor in a state department, institution, or agency, assists as part of a team or task force in the review, analysis, and appraisal of current department administrative procedures, organization, and performance, and helps prepare recommendations for changes and/or revisions; does other related duties as required.

Specific to the Position

Assist in the preparation of economic analysis as relates to climate change, the benefits of recreation spaces, and other issues related to Department priorities. Assist in the drafting of reports for both internal and external audiences. Assist in maintaining internal literature database and research organization.

Preferred Skill Set

The ideal candidate will have a strong educational background in environmental economics, economics, environmental science, or a related field. They should possess excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills. Proficiency in statistical and econometric software such as R and/or Python, as well as advanced Excel capabilities, are a plus. Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential for preparing reports, policy briefs, and presentations.

Requirements

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.

Five (5) years of professional experience involving the review, analysis, and evaluation of budget, organization, administrative practices, operational methods, management operations, or data processing applications, or any combination thereof, which shall have included responsibility for recommendation, planning, and/or implementation of improvements in a business or government agency.

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

Appointee 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.

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/

Employee Benefits

TES / Hourly employeebenefits include:

Earned Sick Time*

*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 visit SAME Program , email SAME@csc.nj.gov , or call Civil Service Commission at (609) 292-4144 and select Option #3.

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…

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.

Please upload letter of interest. Please do not include personal medical information in your cover letter. If applying through the SAME program, please follow the instructions below.

Please upload your unofficial transcripts (if college degree is required). If selected for this position, official transcripts will be required prior to your hire date.

Are you applying through the SAME program? If you answer "Yes" to this question, please send your supporting documents (Schedule A or B letter) to Recruitment@dep.nj.gov *

I am a veteran with established veteran's preference through the NJ Department of Military and Veteran's Affairs.*

If you answered yes to the above question, please upload proof of your Veteran's Preference which must be established through the Department of Military and Veteran's Affairs.

In accordance with the Uniform Ethics Code , the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) requires the disclosure of all relatives, consensual personal relationships, and cohabitants.*

If you selected, "I DO have a relative or a consensual personal relationship with someone working for the DEP." please enter the DEP employee's name(s), their relationship to you, and their program/work location within the Department.

Are you currently employed by the State of New Jersey?*

Please tell us how you heard about this position.*

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