Environmental Analyst 2 (35 Hour)

Introduction

\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nThe Connecticut Department of Public Health (DPH) is recruiting for an Environmental Analyst 2 to join the Drinking Water State Revolving Fund (DWSRF) Technical Assistance Program�in Hartford.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nThis position delivers technical assistance and outreach to small public water systems, helping them navigate the DWSRF application process and access available funding, while also developing clear, user-friendly materials and supporting program improvements.�\r\n\r\n\r\nThe DWSRF Program provides low-interest financing to public water systems for infrastructure projects that improve drinking water quality, ensure regulatory compliance, and promote long-term sustainability.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nSchedule\r\n• Full‑time, 1st shift, 35 hours per week\r\n• Flex schedule and potential telework after the working test period, consistent with State policy\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nWhat We Can Offer You\r\n• Comprehensive state employee benefits\r\n• Access our State Employee Benefits Overview page to explore available options\r\n• Professional growth and development opportunities\r\n• A commitment to supporting a healthy work/life balance\r\n\r\n\r\nPosition Highlights\r\n\r\n\r\n Provide direct technical assistance to small public water systems by guiding them through the DWSRF application process and explaining requirements in clear, practical terms\r\n Develop and maintain fact sheets, guidance documents, FAQs, and presentations that translate complex regulatory and technical information into accessible, user-friendly materials\r\n Conduct outreach and engagement activities, including workshops and calls, to identify system needs and provide actionable guidance on funding eligibility and next steps\r\n Coordinate with engineering, fiscal, program, and communications staff to ensure consistent, accurate information and alignment across technical assistance efforts\r\n Identify gaps in program materials and processes, recommend improvements, and maintain accurate records of technical assistance and outreach activities in accordance with program requirements\r\n Perform related duties as assigned\r\n\r\n\r\nAbout Us\r\nThe mission of the Department of Public Health is to protect and improve the health and safety of the people of Connecticut by:\r\n\r\n\r\n• Assuring the conditions in which people can be healthy\r\n• Preventing disease, injury, and disability\r\n• Promoting the equal enjoyment of the highest attainable standard of health—recognized as a human right and a priority of the state\r\n\r\n\r\nDPH fulfills this mission through the implementation of its Strategic Plan, guiding the work that ensures safe, sustainable, and equitable public health systems statewide.\r\n\r\n\r\n

Selection Plan

For Assistance in Applying\r\n• Review the Applicant Tips on How to Apply.\r\n• Visit the Applicant Reference Library for additional support throughout the recruitment process.\r\n\r\n\r\nBefore You Apply\r\n• Meet Minimum Qualifications: Ensure you meet the Minimum Qualifications listed on the posting by the closing date. These qualifications must be clearly specified on your application.\r\n• Educational Credits: List your earned credits and degrees accurately. Institutions must be accredited. For foreign education, provide equivalency documentation from a recognized U.S. accrediting service.\r\n• Resume Policy: Per Public Act 21‑69, resumes are not accepted during the initial application process. Additional documents (cover letter, transcripts, performance reviews, etc.) may be requested later.\r\n• Preferred Shift/Location: Select all locations and shifts you are willing to work. Failure to do so may limit your consideration for specific vacancies.\r\n• Timely Submission: All application materials must be submitted by the posting deadline. Revisions cannot be made after you submit. Late submissions are rarely accepted; applicants may request exceptions by emailing DAS.SHRM@ct.gov and providing documentation of incapacitating circumstances during the entire posting period.\r\n• Salary Calculations: For current state employees, salary calculations may differ between branches of state government.\r\n• How to Apply: The only way to apply is through the “Apply” or “Apply Online” buttons on the official State of Connecticut Online Employment Center posting.\r\n\r\n\r\nAfter You Apply\r\n• Check Your Status: Email providers may delay messages. Regularly review your Personal Status Board for updates, questionnaires, and tasks. You may also enable SMS notifications.\r\n• Referral Questions: You may be required to complete Referral Questions (RQs) after the posting closes. Access them through your email or your Personal Status Board.\r\n• Prepare for an Interview: Only candidates whose experience aligns most closely with the role will be interviewed. Review the Interview Preparation Guide to get ready.\r\n• Stay Connected: Monitor your Personal Status Board daily and check all email folders (including spam).\r\n• Future Vacancies: Applications to this recruitment may be considered for future vacancies in this job class.\r\n• Employment Rules: Positions are filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion, and merit rules. Employees are also bound by the State Code of Ethics (www.ct.gov/ethics).\r\n\r\n\r\nQuestions? We’re Here to Help\r\nDue to high volume, we are unable to confirm receipt or provide individual status updates. For recruitment updates, check your Personal Status Board or review the Frequently Asked Questions. For additional questions about the process, contact Ben Beaudry at Benjamin.Beaudry@ct.gov.\r\n

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection this class is accountable for independently performing a full range of tasks in the technical review and analysis of environmental program data and issues within the environmental field, developing recommendations on courses of action and assisting with the implementation of policy and program decisions.\r\nIn other state agencies this class is accountable for independently performing a full range of tasks in the technical review and analysis of environmental program data and issues, developing recommendations for courses of action and assisting with the implementation of policy and program decisions.\r\n

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

\r\n\r\n Assists in development of departmental, statewide or local environment and/or emergency response plans and programs;�\r\n Researches, collects and analyzes resources, data and educational materials;�\r\n Reviews and analyzes proposed projects for consistency with policies and statutes and assesses environmental impact;�\r\n Conducts site investigations;�\r\n Prepares environmental impact statements and recommends corrective actions and alternatives;�\r\n Analyzes existing state policies, statutes, plans and regulatory programs and reviews pending legislation for environmental impact;�\r\n Coordinates database maintenance and disseminates information;�\r\n Assists in drafting new regulations, statutes, guidelines and other written materials;�\r\n Assists in formulating policy options;�\r\n Provides technical consultation to local, regional, state, federal officials and the public;�\r\n Coordinates federal grant-in-aid programs and prepares related paperwork;�\r\n Recommends enforcement actions and prepares reports;�\r\n Reviews and makes recommendations on environmental permit requests;�\r\n May prepare publications and guidelines on environmental protection, natural resources education and economic development issues;�\r\n May develop and implement environmental and leisure service education programs;�\r\n May testify at public hearings;�\r\n May prepare enforcement actions;�\r\n May serve as a legislative liaison;�\r\n May serve as department representative on various regulatory and advisory boards and committees;�\r\n Performs related duties as required.\r\n\r\n\r\n

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

\r\n Knowledge of\r\n \r\n principles and practices in fields relative to environmental protection;�\r\n principles and practices of environmental and policy analysis;�\r\n local, state and federal laws, statutes, regulations and policies pertaining to environmental protection;�\r\n environmental program planning principles and practices;�\r\n statistics;�\r\n \r\n \r\n Skills\r\n \r\n interpersonal skills;�\r\n oral and written communication skills;�\r\n in research and organization;�\r\n \r\n \r\n Ability to\r\n \r\n understand and interpret legislation and technical data;�\r\n utilize computer software.\r\n \r\n \r\n\r\n

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

Six (6) years of experience involving technical analysis and interpretation of environmental program data or planning and implementing environmental programs.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED

\r\n\r\n College training in a scientific or technical discipline related to the environmental field including but not limited to the biological, earth, or physical sciences; environmental planning; environmental law; economics; leisure services; geographic information systems; geography with a concentration in geographic information systems; natural sciences; or natural resources may be substituted for the General Experience on the basis of fifteen (15) semester hours equalling one-half (1/2) year of experience to a maximum of four (4) years for a Bachelor's degree.\r\n A Master's degree in a scientific or technical discipline related to the environmental field including but not limited to the biological, earth, or physical sciences; environmental planning; environmental law; economics; leisure services; geographic information systems; geography with a concentration in geographic information systems; natural sciences; or natural resources may be substituted for five (5) years of the General Experience.\r\n NOTE: Education may only be substituted for a total of five (5) years.\r\n For state employees one (1) year of experience as an Environmental Analyst 1 may be substituted for the General Experience.\r\n\r\n\r\n

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience translating complex regulatory, technical, or funding requirements into clear, plain-language guidance for non-technical audiences\r\n• Experience working with public water systems, municipalities, or environmental/public health programs\r\n• Experience developing written materials such as fact sheets, FAQs, guidance documents, and presentations\r\n• Experience conducting outreach, training, workshops, or stakeholder engagement activities\r\n• Experience navigating and explaining funding programs, applications, or government processes\r\n• Experience maintaining organized records and documentation in accordance with program or regulatory requirements\r\n• Experience collaborating across multidisciplinary teams and contributing to process or program improvements\r\n

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

\r\n\r\n Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.\r\n Incumbents in this class may be required to possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s license.\r\n\r\n\r\n

WORKING CONDITIONS

Incumbents in this class may be exposed to some danger of injury or physical harm from on-site environments and a moderate degree of discomfort from exposure to year-round weather conditions.\r\n

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes.� As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.\r\n