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Connecticut Careers Trainee/ Transportation Planner 1

Environmental Resource Compliance

Recruitment # 250829-1993FS-002

Location Newington, CT

Date Opened 9/3/2025 12:00:00 AM

Salary $55,328* - $76,156/year *See Salary Note Below

Job Type Open to the Public

Close Date 9/10/2025 11:59:00 PM

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The State of Connecticut (https://portal.ct.gov/) , Department of Transportation (CTDOT) (https://portal.ct.gov/dot) is now accepting applications for an exciting entry level Connecticut Careers Trainee (https://www.jobapscloud.com/CT/specs/classspecdisplay.asp?ClassNumber=1993FS&R1=&R3=) position, with a target class of Transportation Planner 1, in the Environmental Resource Compliance unit, part of the Office of Environmental Planning. This entry level opportunity is within the Bureau of Policy & Planning, at our headquarters, located in Newington, Connecticut.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU:

+ Visit our new State Employee Benefits Overview page!

+ Professional growth and development opportunitie s

+ A healthy work/life balance (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y6n9M1Qd5fo) to all employees

+ Join an award winning agency! CTDOT was recently awarded the Employer of the Year award by the Connecticut Society of Civil Engineers (CSCE (https://sections.asce.org/connecticut/awards) ) and named the Women’s Transportation Seminar ( WTS (https://user-qiydjxo.cld.bz/WTS-CT-2023-Year-in-Review-Newsletter/4-5/) ) CT Employer of the Year for 2024!

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS:

+ Full Time, 40 hours per week

+ Monday through Friday

+ Location: Department o f Transportation Headquarters in Newington , CT .

+ Reports to a Transportation Supervising Planner or employee of a higher level.

+ P-4 (Engineering and Scientific) (https://portal.ct.gov/-/media/opm/olr/contracts/p4-contract-2016-2021-web.pdf) bargaining unit

+ This position is eligible to apply for telework after successful completion of the working test period, and thereafter, in accordance with the Telework Policy which can be found here (https://portal.ct.gov/-/media/OPM/OLR/Notices/2021-TW-final-agreement-with-arbitrated-issue-included.pdf) . Employees in their initial working test period must work on site in the office.

Field work in all weather conditions and on active construction sites will be required and travel primarily within the State will be necessary, and overtime may be required, especially during emergency situations.

THE ROLE:

The Environmental Resources Compliance Unit ensures DOT construction projects and maintenance activities are compliant with State and Federal regulatory requirements for work impacting regulated areas as well as natural and cultural resources. This unit coordinates directly with construction inspection personnel and regulatory agency representatives to ensure use of best management practices related to erosion and sedimentation control and stormwater treatment are utilized and maintained properly. During Emergency situations, the Environmental Resource Compliance team obtains necessary state and federal permit approvals for repairs to damaged infrastructure and coordinates necessary repairs with design and construction teams. This team is also responsible for coordinating necessary permit modifications to facilitate construction while minimizing impacts to the environment. This unit also manages the planning components of the Department’s Separate Storm Sewer Systems Permit (MS4 General Permit) and responds to public complaints.

This entry level position will be primarily responsible for working to support environmental site inspections on active construction projects, review of design plans and specifications, obtaining emergency permit authorizations, stormwater registrations and approval of Contractor submittals as they relate to permit authorizations and project specific environmental commitments.

Examples of Duties:

Conducts field work and planning studies relative to all transportation modes for the movement of people and goods; conducts and directs surveys related to environmental studies, land use, and transportation needs; develops, coordinates and evaluates transportation programs; collects, analyzes and updates data related to impacts of transportation facilities, projects and programs and makes recommendations based on this analysis; performs trend and environmental analyses of transportation related data; prepares statistical and written reports and environmental impact statements; reviews studies, surveys and technical documents for conformance with department standards, needs and state and federal laws and regulations; provides planning assistance and coordinates activities and projects with local, regional, state, and federal agencies, private consultants and stakeholders; investigates and responds to public inquiries and complaints regarding transportation plans, programs and/or projects; reviews proposed legislation and distributes information; may perform site analysis work; performs related duties as required.

SALARY INFORMATION

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+ Eligibility for promotion to the target classification of Transportation Planner 1 is earned upon successful completion of the training program.

Target class: Transportation Planner 1 (https://www.jobapscloud.com/CT/specs/classspecdisplay.asp?ClassNumber=8875FS&R1=undefined&R3=undefined)

+ Candidates with a Bachelor’s degree will serve a two (2) year training program.

+ Candidates with a Master’s degree in a closely related field may be eligible for a shorter training period.

First year of training: Bachelor's degree and/or qualifying experience: FS 15 Step 1 ($55,328/year) Master's degree: FS 15 Step 2 ($57,320/year)

Second year of training: General rate: FS 15 Step 5 ($63,306/year)

ABOUT US:

As one of Connecticut’s largest State agencies, DOT employs approximately 3,300 individuals statewide in five distinct bureaus. It is our mission to provide a safe, accessible and efficient multimodal transportation network that improves the quality of life and promotes economic vitality for the State and the region. We have a significant transportation infrastructure system that is essential to maintaining mobility for Connecticut residents and businesses and supporting economic and community development while preserving environmental and cultural resources. The Department of Transportation is committed to cultivating a diverse staff that is representative of the communities we serve. Applications from individuals having diverse backgrounds and life experiences are strongly encouraged.

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Selection Plan

FOR ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING:

Check out our Applicant Tips on How to Apply! Need more resources? Visit our Applicant Reference Library (https://portal.ct.gov/das/home/services-for-state-employees/statewide-human-resources/applicant-reference-library?language=en\_US) for additional support throughout the recruitment process.

BEFORE YOU APPLY:

+ Meet Minimum Qualifications: Ensure you meet the Minimum Qualifications listed on the job opening by the job closing date. You must specify your qualifications on your application. The minimum experience and training requirements listed must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.

+ Educational Credits: List your earned credits and degrees from accredited institutions accurately on your application. To receive educational credits towards qualification, the institution must be accredited. If the institution of higher learning is located outside of the U.S., you are responsible for providing documentation from a recognized USA accrediting service which specializes in determining foreign education equivalencies to the contact listed below by the closing date listed on the job posting.

+ Resume Policy: Per Public Act 21-69 (https://www.cga.ct.gov/2021/act/pa/pdf/2021PA-00069-R00SB-00056-PA.pdf) , resumes are not accepted during the initial application process. As the recruitment process progresses, candidates may be required to submit additional documentation to support their qualification(s) for this position. This documentation may include: a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the request and discretion of the hiring agency.

+ Preferred Shift/Location: Select all location(s) and shift(s) you are willing to work on your application. Failure to do so may result in not being considered for vacancies in that specific location or shift.

+ Timely Submission: All application materials must be received by the job posting deadline. You will be unable to make revisions once you officially submit your application to the State. Late submissions are rarely accepted, with exceptions only for documented events that incapacitate individuals during the entire duration of the job posting. Request exceptions by emailing [email protected].

+ Salary Calculations: For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from one of the three branches of state government (i.e., Executive, Legislative, Judicial) to the other.

+ Note: The only way to apply to this posting is via the ‘Apply’ or ‘Apply Online’ buttons on the official State of Connecticut Online Employment Center job posting.

AFTER YOU APPLY:

+ Referral Questions: This posting may require completion of additional Referral Questions (RQs), which must be completed by the questionnaire’s expiration date. If requested, RQs can be accessed via an email sent to you after the job close date or by visiting your JobAps Personal Status Board (Certification Questionnaires section).

+ Prepare For An Interview: Interviews are limited to those whose experience and training are most aligned with the role. To prepare, review this helpful Interview Preparation Guide to make the best impression!

+ Stay connected! Log in daily to your JobAps Personal Status Board to track your status and check email (including spam/junk folders) for updates and tasks.

+ The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.

+ Note: This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules. Candidates who are offered and accept a position with the State of Connecticut are bound by the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State employees, available at www.ct.gov/ethics.

QUESTIONS? WE’RE HERE TO HELP:

Due to high volume, we are unable to confirm receipt or provide status updates directly. For recruitment updates, please check your Personal Status Board and review our Frequently Asked Questions. If you have additional questions about the recruitment process, reach out to Anamaria Giangarra at [email protected]

Join the State of Connecticut and take your next career step with confidence!

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In a state agency this class is accountable for mastering the skills necessary to satisfactorily complete the training program for a professional position.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

+ In a department or institution receives training in introductory governmental work for development of skills and knowledge in field of public administration in order to qualify for advancement into agency professional positions;

+ Performs a variety of increasingly difficult duties as skills are acquired during course of training period;

+ Performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

+ Oral and written communication skills;

+ Ability to

+ acquire knowledge and skills required for the target classification;

+ understand, evaluate and solve problems by exercising judgement and logic;

+ read, interpret and understand written material;

+ perform basic arithmetical computations;

+ interpret charts, graphs and tables;

+ learn and reason;

+ establish and maintain cooperative relations with superiors, associates and general public;

+ utilize computer software.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Candidates must be able to meet the experience and training requirements of the designated job class at the completion of the development program.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

+ A bachelor’s or master’s degree in environmental planning, environmental science, natural resources management, construction management or closely related degree;

+ Experience reading and interpreting design plans, specifications, construction contracts, and contractor submittals through course work, work experience, or internships;

+ Experience regarding water and natural resource laws and regulations through course work, work experience, or internships;

+ Experience or training communicating and working collaboratively within a team and with external groups; through course work, work experience, or internships;

+ Experience or training compiling and maintaining sets of data; through course work, work experience, or internships;

+ Experience interpreting media such as aerial photography and mapping through course work, work experience, or internships;

+ Experience developing presentations and effectively delivering complex materials to a variety of audiences, in both written and verbal formats through course work, work experience, or internships;

+ Education or Training in Microsoft Office 365 products, Bluebeam; ESRI ArcGIS; MicroStation, through course work, work experience, or internships.

Conclusion

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.

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.

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