The State of Connecticut, Department of Transportation (DOT) is accepting applications for exciting Environmental Planning Seasonal Worker (Seasonal Worker) positions in the Bureau of Policy and Planning, Environmental Permit Unit, and the Environmental Resource Compliance Unit, both within the Office of Environmental Planning (OEP).

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

• Full Time, 40 hours/week, 8 hours/day.
• Seasonal role with anticipated start date in May 2025, and ending by August 30, 2025.
• Monday-Friday, First Shift.
• Positions based in Newington, CT.

THE ROLE

The seasonal position in the Environmental Resource Compliance Unit would gain experience in fulfilling the following duties:

• Assist in performing Construction Site Inspections for compliance with State and federal water and natural resource permit requirements, as well as the Department’s Best Management Practices (BMP’s).
• Assist in ensuring commitments to protection of listed species, fisheries enhancements and permit special conditions are carried out during construction.
• Assisting by acting as a liaison with State and federal regulatory agencies during construction.
• Assist in obtaining permit approvals for changes that occur during construction.
• Assist in providing construction oversight of Wetland and Habitat Mitigation sites.
• Assist in performing plan reviews for compliance with proper water handling techniques, and State guidelines regarding erosion and sedimentation control.
• Assist in providing guidance for Maintenance activities within regulated areas and providing oversight for proper BMP’s and protection of natural resources in regard to excess material disposal areas, tree clearing, and drainage system maintenance activities.
• Assist in providing Training to Maintenance forces regarding work in regulated areas.
• Assist in developing mapping of the State’s Drainage system for compliance with the recently issued MS4 permit.
• Assist in determining permit needs, obtain permit approvals, and oversee compliance for Department declared Emergency Declarations in regulated areas; Assist in responding to Public Complaints.
• Performing other related duties as required.

The seasonal position in the Environmental Permitting Unit would gain experience in fulfilling the following duties:

• Assist in acquiring permit approvals for projects.
• Assist in reviewing permit applications and preliminary design plan
• Assist in preparation of permit applications and supporting documents for projects.
• Assist in conducting wetland delineations and habitat assessments for project sites.
• Assist in coordination with DEEP Fisheries and design teams to determine protection protocols, fisheries enhancements, and likely permit special conditions.
• Assist in coordination with DEEP Natural Diversity Data Base to determine protection protocols for listed species including field reviews.
• Assist in conducting National Marine Fisheries Essential Fish Habitat and Endangered Species Act coordination to determine protection protocols and construction limitations.
• Assist in conducting field reviews of project sites with state and federal regulatory agencies to identify and solve environmental issues that could affect project schedules.
• Assist in coordination with the US Coast Guard, USACE, and DEEP Boating regarding work in navigational channels.
• Assist in document coordination as required under various federal laws such as the Endangered Species Act
• Performing other related duties as required
• We are seeking applicants with a science, environmental planning, engineering, or construction management background. The Environmental Permit Unit and the Environmental Resource Compliance Unit, determine permit needs and acquire permit approvals, as well as oversee active construction compliance (regarding environmental commitments) for all Department projects.

Ideal applicants will have a science, environmental planning, engineering, or construction management background. The Environmental Permit Unit and the Environmental Resource Compliance Unit, determine permit needs and acquire permit approvals, as well as oversee active construction compliance (regarding environmental commitments) for all Department projects. 

Work areas covered by this class shall include the assignments and hourly rates as listed below:
General $16.35 - $17.00
Engineering $20.00 - $23.16

ABOUT US

As one of Connecticut's largest State agencies, DOT employs approximately 3,300 individuals statewide in five bureaus. It is the DOT's mission to improve quality of life through transportation. 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. Learn more about our mission, vison, and values by clicking here! Visit our website to learn more about the Connecticut DOT!