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There are no open positions at this time.
Mediator 1
Main Office Trenton
Issue Date: 6/7/2024
Closing Date: 7/7/2024
Responsibilities include:
- Mediate all aspects of the collective bargaining process, including initiating cooperative efforts and guiding negotiations.
- Mediate grievances in the form of discharge and disciplinary actions, as well as disputes over contract interpretation.
- Prepare written recommendations, under appropriate circumstances and as requested by the parties, for resolution of grievances.
- Provide oversight of union officer elections, including nominations meetings.
- Supervise contract ratifications.
- Oversee administration of card checks and other representation proceedings.
- Fulfill other related duties of the State Board of Mediation.
- Assist or provide coverage on field assignments that include various off-site mediation and election services throughout the State, including on short notice and outside of normal business hours.
Required qualifications:
- Graduation from an accredited college with a Bachelor’s degree.
There are no open positions at this time.
Analyst Trainee (Non-Competitive)
Main Office Trenton
Issue Date: 6/12/2024
Closing Date: 6/26/2024
Responsibilities include:
- Mediate all aspects of the collective bargaining process, including initiating cooperative efforts and guiding negotiations.
- Utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office or related units.
- Collect, compile and tabulate data.
- Assemble data to prepare accurate and informative reports containing findings, conclusions and recommendations.
Required qualifications:
- 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.
Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor 1 (Non-Competitive)
Bridgeton, Cherry Hill, Elizabeth, Jersey City, Neptune, New Brunswick, Newark,
Paterson, Phillipsburg, Pleasantville, Randolph, Rio Grande, Somerville, Trenton
and Hackensack, Burlington
Issue Date: 1/11/2024
Closing Date: TBD
Responsibilities include:
- Coordinates services for a caseload of clients with disabilities requiring varied rehabilitation, vocational training, and other related services
- Interviews clients to obtain relevant information regarding medical history, work experience, educational background, interests, and socioeconomic history; disseminates information to clients regarding vocational rehabilitation policies and procedures and other available services
- Obtains and evaluates relevant documentation for the determination of client eligibility for services according to established federal, state, and agency policies and guidelines
Required qualifications:
- Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master's degree in Rehabilitation Counseling, Education, Social Work, Counseling, Special Education, School Guidance, or Psychology, and successful completion of one (1) graduate course in Theories and Techniques of Counseling
Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor 1 - Deaf Language Specialist (Non- Competitive)
Jersey City, New Brunswick, Pleasantville, and Trenton local offices
Issue Date: 1/11/2024
Closing Date: TBD
Responsibilities include:
- Coordinates services for a caseload of clients with disabilities requiring varied rehabilitation, vocational training, and other related services
- Interviews clients to obtain relevant information regarding medical history, work experience, educational background, interests, and socioeconomic history; disseminates information to clients regarding vocational rehabilitation policies and procedures and other available services
- Obtains and evaluates relevant documentation for the determination of client eligibility for services according to established federal, state, and agency policies and guidelines
- SPECIAL SKILL: Appointees must be able to communicate effectively in the language of the deaf, particularly American Sign Language, sufficiently to perform the duties of this position. Appointees must have a proficiency level of at least an Intermediate level and must be able to reach the Advanced or higher-level rating on the Sign Language Proficiency Interview (SLPI) within two years of appointment.
Required qualifications:
- Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master's degree in Rehabilitation Counseling, Education, Social Work, Counseling, Special Education, School Guidance, or Psychology, and successful completion of one (1) graduate course in Theories and Techniques of Counseling
Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor 1 - Bilingual in Spanish and English (Non-competitive)
Jersey City, Newark, Paterson, Elizabeth, Neptune, Westampton, Pleasantville, Toms River, and Sewell offices.
Issue Date: 1/11/2024
Closing Date: TBD
Responsibilities include:
- Coordinates services for a caseload of clients with disabilities requiring varied rehabilitation, vocational training, and other related services
- Interviews clients to obtain relevant information regarding medical history, work experience, educational background, interests, and socioeconomic history; disseminates information to clients regarding vocational rehabilitation policies and procedures and other available services
- Obtains and evaluates relevant documentation for the determination of client eligibility for services according to established federal, state, and agency policies and guidelines
- SPECIAL SKILL: Applicants must be able to read, write, speak, understand, or communicate in Spanish and English sufficiently to perform the duties of this position.
Required qualifications:
- Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master's degree in Rehabilitation Counseling, Education, Social Work, Counseling, Special Education, School Guidance, or Psychology, and successful completion of one (1) graduate course in Theories and Techniques of Counseling
Auditor Accountant Trainee
Main office, Trenton
Issue Date:2/12/2024
Closing Date: TBD
Responsibilities include:
- Making field and office audits
- Evaluating program objectives and effectiveness
- Appraising the utilization of fiscal resources
- Keeping financial records and reports
Required qualifications:
- Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree including twenty-one (21) semester hour credits in professional accounting
There are no open positions at this time.
Auditor Accountant Trainee
Main office, Trenton
Issue Date:2/1/2024
Closing Date: TBD
Responsibilities include:
- Preparing financial statements
- Forecasting, accounting, reporting, and processing of expenditures
- Preparation of quarterly reports for federal programs
- Active participation in financial audits
- Meeting with program managers to discuss financial performance
Required qualifications:
- Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree, including or supplemented by 21 semester hour credits in Accounting courses
Auditor Accountant Trainee
Main office, Trenton
Issue Date: 7/28/2023
Closing Date: TBD
Responsibilities include:
- Preparing financial statements
- Forecasting, accounting, reporting, and processing of expenditures
- Preparation of quarterly reports for federal programs
Required qualifications:
- Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree, including or supplemented by 21 semester hour credits in Accounting courses
There are no open positions at this time.
There are no open positions at this time.
There are no open positions at this time.
There are no open positions at this time.
There are no open positions at this time.
There are no open positions at this time.
Governor’s Fellow
Main Office Trenton
Issue Date: 5/24/2024
Closing Date: 6/14/2024
Responsibilities include:
- Research, review, and recommend protocols, policies, procedures and/or training to maintain efficient and effective implementation of strategic enforcement and compliance initiatives;
- Work collaboratively by advising and supporting the program areas on strategic enforcement and compliance plan development and implementation;
- Develop and perform special studies, research, and/or projects on strategic enforcement and compliance, which require the analysis of requests and statistics; make recommendations regarding appropriate action;
- Prepare and present informative programs to various groups including the public, government and private agencies, and others interested in the mission, goals, programs, and plans of the department;
- Manage day-to-day responsibilities, including but not limited to, organizing and attending meetings on behalf of the Director.
Required qualifications:
- Graduation from an accredited college or university with a master’s degree
Data Entry Operator 1
Main Office Trenton
Issue Date: 6/7/2024
Closing Date: 6/212024
Responsibilities include:
- Scans/enters/uploads documents such as permit, license, and violation payments by check or money order; asbestos notifications, attachments, and amendments; permit and license applications, attached documents, and training certifications.
- Answers calls from the public, contractors, asbestos supervisors, workers, environmental consultants, DOL inspectors, and other federal, state, and local officials.
Required qualifications:
- Appointees may be required to demonstrate proficiency in keyboarding, typing and/or document scanning.
Construction Code Inspector 1 Boiler, Pressure Vessel, and Refrigeration
Main office, Trenton
Issue Date: 2/6/2024
Closing Date: TBD
Responsibilities include:
- Performs jurisdictional inspections of boilers (internal & external), pressure vessels, and refrigeration systems falling under the requirements of N.J.A.C 12:90 .
- Prepares and uploads inspection reports of objects inspected to the database (jurisdiction OnLine).
- Performs compliance checks at applicable locations to verify boiler and refrigeration licenses as well as performs accident investigations as needed.
Required qualifications:
- Appointees will be required to possess a valid Residential and Commercial Specialist (RCS) code enforcement license in Boiler, Pressure Vessel, and Refrigeration (BPVR) issued by the New Jersey Department of Community Affairs.
Construction Code Inspector 2, Mining (Competitive)
Main Office, Trenton
Issue Date: 1/22/2024
Closing Date: TBD
Responsibilities include:
- Conduct general inspections and follow up activities using guidelines established by the Office of Safety Compliance, adjust inspection schedules when necessary to investigate imminent hazards, complaints, fatal and serious accidents, fires, and a priority on inspection projects
- Measure distances, prepare sketches, photographs, and operate scientific and engineering instruments to determine compliance and non-compliance with the Explosive Act and Regulations. Interview, take statements from witnesses and operators and gather evidence for enforcement with regard to compliance with the Explosive Act and Regulations
- Inspect locations where commercial blasting explosives are sold, store and transported to ensure these activities are in compliance and that they have valid permits under the Explosive Act and Regulation of the State of New Jersey
Required qualifications:
- Four (4) years of experience in mining as required by N.J.S.A. 34:6-98.3(g)
Research Economist 2
Main office, Trenton
Issue Date: 5/16/2024
Closing Date: 6/13/2024
Responsibilities include:
- Conduct in-depth economic research and analysis on relevant topics, utilizing quantitative and qualitative methodologies to contribute to the development of research projects and reports.
- Collect, clean, and analyze data from various sources to extract meaningful insights and trends, using statistical software and tools proficiently to support research objectives.
- Develop and refine economic models, forecasting techniques, or simulations to provide accurate assessments of economic scenarios, policy impacts, and market dynamics.
- Prepare well-structured and coherent research reports, policy briefs, and presentations that effectively communicate findings and recommendations to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Collaborate with senior economists and interdisciplinary teams to contribute to the research agenda, share expertise, and provide valuable insights to inform economic policies and decision-making.
Required qualifications:
- Possession of a Master's degree in Economics, Statistics, Industrial Relations, Public Administration, or Business Administration from an accredited college or university, including or supplemented by twelve (12) graduate credit hours in Economics.
There are no open positions at this time.
There are no open positions at this time.
Employment Service Trainee (Non-Competitive)
Main Office Trenton
Issue Date: 2/20/2024
Closing Date: TBD
Responsibilities include:
- ES Trainee examines and determines eligibility of claims for Unemployment Insurance based on New Jersey Unemployment Law.
- When necessary, contacts employers and claimants by telephone in order to secure needed documentation to make a claim determination.
- Conducts fact-finding interviews and resolves discrepancies with claimants, employers, etc. in order to properly determine claims.
Required qualifications:
- Four (4) years of professional experience in the investigation, review, analysis, evaluation, and eligibility determination of claims for unemployment and/or insurance compensation in a public or private organization NOTE: Please refer to the Advancement section located at the bottom of this title specification for a comprehensive list of approved journeyman titles connected to this trainee title. Experience must be related to the journeyman title associated with the position. OR Possession of a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
There are no open positions at this time.
Clerk Typist (Non – Competitive)
Main Office Trenton
Issue Date: 6/13/2024
Closing Date: 6/27/2024
Responsibilities include:
- Provide general clerical support
- File, telephone coverage, and processing incoming and outgoing mail.
- Assemble data to prepare accurate and informative reports containing findings, conclusions and recommendations.
- Provide accurate information to internal and external customers.
- Enter data into information systems.
Required qualifications:
- Eligibility determinations will be based only upon information presented on the resume along with other supporting documents.
Senior Counsel, Uninsured Employers Fund,Division of Workers Compensation (Competitive)
Main office, Trenton
Issue Date: 9/15/2023
Closing Date: TBD
Responsibilities include:
- Represents the interests of the Uninsured Employer's Fund in the Courts of the Division of Workers' Compensation.
- Makes contact with providers of medical and associated services for which the Uninsured Employer's Fund may be liable.
- Files proof of claims in the Bankruptcy Courts.
Required qualifications:
- Graduation from an accredited law school with an JD degree.
- Two (2) years of experience in providing legal representation for government entities involving, but not limited to, appearance before the Division of Workers' Compensation and other courts of competent jurisdiction in the State of New Jersey.
There are no open positions at this time.
There are no open positions at this time.
Principal Clerk Typist
Main Office Trenton
Issue Date: 6/18/2024
Closing Date: 7/2/2024
Responsibilities include:
- Performs complex typing and other related clerical work
- Requires knowledge and interpretation of department laws, regulations, policies and procedures
- May take lead over the work of a clerical unit
- Does related work as required
Required qualifications:
- 2 years of experience in clerical work, including typing
Mediator 1
Main Office Trenton
Issue Date: 6/7/2024
Closing Date: 7/7/2024
Responsibilities include:
- Mediate all aspects of the collective bargaining process, including initiating cooperative efforts and guiding negotiations.
- Mediate grievances in the form of discharge and disciplinary actions, as well as disputes over contract interpretation.
- Prepare written recommendations, under appropriate circumstances and as requested by the parties, for resolution of grievances.
- Provide oversight of union officer elections, including nominations meetings.
- Supervise contract ratifications.
- Oversee administration of card checks and other representation proceedings.
- Fulfill other related duties of the State Board of Mediation.
- Assist or provide coverage on field assignments that include various off-site mediation and election services throughout the State, including on short notice and outside of normal business hours.
Required qualifications:
- Graduation from an accredited college with a Bachelor’s degree.
There are no open positions at this time.
Program Specialist 1 (Competitive)
Main Office Trenton
Date: 6/26/2024
Closing Date: 7/10/2024
Responsibilities include:
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Assists in the administrative, analytical, and professional work to promote the planning, operation, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of various programs and services administered by the Department of Labor.
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Assists in the planning, coordinating, implementation, and upgrading of existing programs and services, in assigned program area. Researches funding sources, assists in the preparation of grant applications, and writes proposals.
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Assists in conducting onsite evaluations or audits to monitor compliance with federal, State or local regulations Assists in negotiating and monitoring contracts or grants Assists in conducting surveys or other studies to help identify program needs.
Required qualifications:
- See job posting for details
Principal Clerk (Competitive)
New Brunswick (Middlesex County) and Paterson (Passaic County) field offices
Date: 6/19/2024
Closing Date: 8/1/2024
Responsibilities include:
- Knowledge of problems encountered in organizing assigned clerical work and in developing effective work methods
- Ability to comprehend and interpret department regulations and policies and apply them to specific situations in accordance with established procedures
- Ability to take the lead, assign, and instruct other office/clerical staff
Required qualifications:
- Two (2) years of experience in clerical work
Analyst Trainee (Non-Competitive)
Main Office Trenton
Date: 6/19/2024
Closing Date: 7/3/2024
Responsibilities include:
- Organizes assigned secretarial and administrative clerical work and develops effective work methods
- Types correspondence, reports, and recommendations of a confidential nature
- Obtains pertinent material from files and/or other sources; puts it into usable form for the review and use of the executive official
Required qualifications:
- Four (4) years of experience in secretarial and administrative clerical work
Analyst Trainee (Non-Competitive)
Main Office Trenton
Issue Date: 6/12/2024
Closing Date: 6/26/2024
Responsibilities include:
- Mediate all aspects of the collective bargaining process, including initiating cooperative efforts and guiding negotiations.
- Utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office or related units.
- Collect, compile and tabulate data.
- Assemble data to prepare accurate and informative reports containing findings, conclusions and recommendations.
Required qualifications:
- 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.
Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor 1 (Non-Competitive)
Bridgeton, Cherry Hill, Elizabeth, Jersey City, Neptune, New Brunswick,
Newark, Paterson, Phillipsburg, Pleasantville, Randolph, Rio Grande, Somerville,
Trenton and Hackensack ,Burlington
Issue Date: 1/11/2024
Closing Date: TBD
Responsibilities include:
- Coordinates services for a caseload of clients with disabilities requiring varied rehabilitation, vocational training, and other related services
- Interviews clients to obtain relevant information regarding medical history, work experience, educational background, interests, and socioeconomic history; disseminates information to clients regarding vocational rehabilitation policies and procedures and other available services
- Obtains and evaluates relevant documentation for the determination of client eligibility for services according to established federal, state, and agency policies and guidelines
Required qualifications:
- Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master's degree in Rehabilitation Counseling, Education, Social Work, Counseling, Special Education, School Guidance, or Psychology, and successful completion of one (1) graduate course in Theories and Techniques of Counseling
Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor 1 - Deaf Language Specialist (Non- Competitive)
Jersey City, New Brunswick, Pleasantville, and Trenton local offices
Issue Date: 1/11/2024
Closing Date: TBD
Responsibilities include:
- Coordinates services for a caseload of clients with disabilities requiring varied rehabilitation, vocational training, and other related services
- Interviews clients to obtain relevant information regarding medical history, work experience, educational background, interests, and socioeconomic history; disseminates information to clients regarding vocational rehabilitation policies and procedures and other available services
- Obtains and evaluates relevant documentation for the determination of client eligibility for services according to established federal, state, and agency policies and guidelines
- SPECIAL SKILL: Appointees must be able to communicate effectively in the language of the deaf, particularly American Sign Language, sufficiently to perform the duties of this position. Appointees must have a proficiency level of at least an Intermediate level and must be able to reach the Advanced or higher-level rating on the Sign Language Proficiency Interview (SLPI) within two years of appointment.
Required qualifications:
- Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master's degree in Rehabilitation Counseling, Education, Social Work, Counseling, Special Education, School Guidance, or Psychology, and successful completion of one (1) graduate course in Theories and Techniques of Counseling
Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor 1 - Bilingual in Spanish and English (Non-competitive)
Jersey City, Newark, Paterson, Elizabeth, Neptune, Westampton, Pleasantville, Toms River, and Sewell offices.
Issue Date: 1/11/2024
Closing Date: TBD
Responsibilities include:
- Coordinates services for a caseload of clients with disabilities requiring varied rehabilitation, vocational training, and other related services.
- Interviews clients to obtain relevant information regarding medical history, work experience, educational background, interests, and socioeconomic history; disseminates information to clients regarding vocational rehabilitation policies and procedures and other available services.
- Obtains and evaluates relevant documentation for the determination of client eligibility for services according to established federal, state, and agency policies and guidelines.
- SPECIAL SKILL: Applicants must be able to read, write, speak, understand, or communicate in Spanish and English sufficiently to perform the duties of this position.
Required qualifications:
- Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master's degree in Rehabilitation Counseling, Education, Social Work, Counseling, Special Education, School Guidance, or Psychology, and successful completion of one (1) graduate course in Theories and Techniques of Counseling
Auditor Accountant Trainee
Main office, Trenton
Issue Date:2/12/2024
Closing Date: TBD
Responsibilities include:
- Making field and office audits
- Evaluating program objectives and effectiveness
- Appraising the utilization of fiscal resources
- Keeping financial records and reports
Required qualifications:
- Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree including twenty-one (21) semester hour credits in professional accounting
Administrative Analyst 3 (Competitive)
Main Office Trenton
Issue Date: 6/7/2024
Closing Date: 7/5/2024
Responsibilities include:
- Provide recommendations and lead the implementation of administrative, operational and change management practices needed to support the Assistant Commissioner, the Office of Employment Accessibility Services, and its program areas.
- Develop and manage the implementation of performance-based support strategies and specialized administrative processes.
- To develop design strategies for EAS projects, programs, performance outcomes and solutions, and lead and/or contribute to effective integrated teams.
- Collect and analyze performance data from the EAS program areas and generate data and reports for the purpose of strategic planning as it relates to the needs of the Assistant Commissioner.
- Workgwith the EAS division leaders and Office of Finance and Accounting and attending fiscal review meetings to support budget activities across the EAS’s three divisions.
- Support the Assistant Commissioner on grant proposals and the preparation and review of reports required under the terms of EAS’s funding sources.
Required qualifications:
- Seven (7) 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 the recommendation, planning, and/or implementation of improvements in a business or government agency.
There are no open positions at this time.
Program Specialist 2 (Competitive)
Main Office Trenton
Issue Date: 6/13/2024
Closing Date: 6/27/2024
Responsibilities include:
- Represent NJDOL at various career fairs and recruitment events to promote current vacancies and provide guidance on applying to positions within the department.
- Match qualified candidates to vacant positions..
- Schedule career fairs and organize staff to attend events.
- Work closely with other HCS program areas to spearhead new initiatives and assist with other HCS programs.
Required qualifications:
- Six (6) years of professional experience in planning, monitoring, coordinating, implementing, modifying, and/or evaluating agency programs and services.
Administrative Analyst 4, IS
Main Office Trenton
Issue Date: 6/20/2024
Closing Date: 7/5/2024
Responsibilities include:
- Performs and supervises the analysis and evaluation of internal operations, business practices, methods, and techniques of an agency to determine optimal solutions and/or approaches to satisfy agency information technology (IT) business needs/initiatives.
- Provide expertise through the System Architecture Review process for IT initiatives in the Department.
- Evaluates users' needs and recommends IT solutions.
- Provides recommendations in support of the agency's business needs and IT goals and objectives.
- Formulates, recommends and/or approves IT policies and procedures.
- Supervises staff and work activities, prepares and signs official performance evaluations for subordinate staff.
Required qualifications:
- See job posting
Technician, MIS
Main Office Trenton
Issue Date: 6/20/2024
Closing Date: 7/5/2024
Responsibilities include:
- Resolution of workstation hardware/software issues, remotely and/or on-site.
- Investigation and resolution of network connectivity issues, remotely and/or on-site.
- Guiding users through troubleshooting steps over the phone and/or in person.
- Creation of tickets in the Service Management system.
- Installations, updates, and configurations of new/replacement IT devices.
- Participation in large scale IT Customer Support projects as needed.
- Expansion of existing knowledge of systems, applications, and hardware in use by the Department.
- Prioritization of issues and work requests based on the level of impact.
Required qualifications:
- See job posting
There are no open positions at this time.
There are no open positions at this time.
There are no open positions at this time.
There are no open positions at this time.
There are no open positions at this time.
Assistant Chief Mechanical Inspection Bureau Boiler and Pressure Vessel Compliance
Main office, Trenton
Issue Date: 3/15/2024
Closing Date: TBD
Responsibilities include:
- Responsible for coordinating all the activities of the licensing programs, test revisions, grading and scheduling exams.
- Training of inspectors for license qualifications and their requalification.
- Assigning administrative functions for operational needs of the MIBB&PVC.
- Responsible for improving effective organizational methods to ensure projects, events, and assignments are routinely scheduled, tracked, and completed
- Will work closely with the Case Management Unit (CMU) of the MIBB&PVC and conduct settlement conferences for the resolution of penalty cases for stakeholders who violate our licensing requirements.
- Will be responsible for and management of cases transmitted to the Office of Administrative law.
Required qualifications:
- 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. In accordance with NJSA 34:1-38.l, applicants shall: (1) be a citizen of the State of New Jersey; (2) have held, for at least 1 year, a Class I, Grade A operating engineer's license issued by the Department of Labor and Workforce Development; and (3) EITHER: (a) possess nine (9) years of professional experience as a boiler and pressure vessel inspector, OR (b) possess fourteen (14) years of professional experience as a Grade A (Gold Seal) or B (Red Seal) NJ licensed Operating Engineer, OR (c) have held a position equivalent to b. The above experience must include twenty-one (21) semester hour credits in mechanical, marine, industrial, or chemical engineering. OR Possession of a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university including or supplemented by twenty-one (21) semester hour credits in mechanical, marine, industrial, or chemical engineering; AND In accordance with NJSA 34:1-38.l, applicants shall: (1) be a citizen of the State of New Jersey; (2) have held, for at least 1 year, a Class I, Grade A operating engineer's license issued by the Department of Labor and Workforce Development; and (3) EITHER: (a) possess five (5) years of profressional experience as a boiler and pressure vessel inspector, OR (b) possess ten (10) years of professional experience as a Grade A (Gold Seal) or B (Red Seal) NJ licensed Operating Engineer, OR (c) have held a position equivalent to b.
Assistant Chief Mechanical Inspection Bureau Boiler and Pressure Vessel Compliance (Competitive)
Main office, Trenton
Issue Date: 3/5/2024
Closing Date: TBD
Responsibilities include:
- Will assist the Chief in the day-to-day management of the Bureau.
- Will supervise all construction code inspectors to ensure inspections are performed in accordance with the National Board Inspection Code (N.B.I.C.), the New Jersey Administrative Code (N.J.A.C.) 12:90 and the applicable codes of construction.
- Will proctor boiler & refrigeration license examinations and when warranted, generate new test questions.
- Will take lead in the training of construction code inspectors to meet the requirements of the National Board of Boiler & Pressure Vessel Inspectors (National Board) continuous education units needed for the renewal of their commissions and endorsements.
- Will collaborate with the insurance companies performing inspections in New Jersey to ensure that all inspections are performed as required by the jurisdiction. Will also review and approve/reject all inspections submitted by both the Insurance and the State inspectors.
Required qualifications:
- 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. In accordance with NJSA 34:1-38.l, applicants shall: (1) be a citizen of the State of New Jersey; (2) have held, for at least 1 year, a Class I, Grade A operating engineer's license issued by the Department of Labor and Workforce Development; and (3) EITHER: (a) possess nine (9) years of professional experience as a boiler and pressure vessel inspector, OR (b) possess fourteen (14) years of professional experience as a Grade A (Gold Seal) or B (Red Seal) NJ licensed Operating Engineer, OR (c) have held a position equivalent to b. The above experience must include twenty-one (21) semester hour credits in mechanical, marine, industrial, or chemical engineering. OR Possession of a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university including or supplemented by twenty-one (21) semester hour credits in mechanical, marine, industrial, or chemical engineering; AND In accordance with NJSA 34:1-38.l, applicants shall: (1) be a citizen of the State of New Jersey; (2) have held, for at least 1 year, a Class I, Grade A operating engineer's license issued by the Department of Labor and Workforce Development; and (3) EITHER: (a) possess five (5) years of professional experience as a boiler and pressure vessel inspector, OR (b) possess ten (10) years of professional experience as a Grade A (Gold Seal) or B (Red Seal) NJ licensed Operating Engineer, OR (c) have held a position equivalent to b. NOTE: "Professional experience" refers to work that is creative, analytical, evaluative, and interpretive; requires a range and depth of specialized knowledge of the profession's principles, concepts, theories, and practices; and is performed with the authority to act according to one's own judgment and make accurate and informed decisions.
Construction Code Inspector 1 Boiler, Pressure Vessel, and Refrigeration
Main office, Trenton
Issue Date: 2/6/2024
Closing Date: TBD
Responsibilities include:
- Performs jurisdictional inspections of boilers (internal & external), pressure vessels, and refrigeration systems falling under the requirements of N.J.A.C 12:90 .
- Prepares and uploads inspection reports of objects inspected to the database (jurisdiction OnLine).
- Performs compliance checks at applicable locations to verify boiler and refrigeration licenses as well as performs accident investigations as needed.
Required qualifications:
- Appointees will be required to possess a valid Residential and Commercial Specialist (RCS) code enforcement license in Boiler, Pressure Vessel, and Refrigeration (BPVR) issued by the New Jersey Department of Community Affairs.
Administrative Analyst 3, Information Systems
Main Office Trenton
Issue Date: 6/18/2024
Closing Date: 7/16/2024
Responsibilities include:
- Utilize data processing skills, programming logic, reporting tools and software.
- Facilitate the regular extraction and transfer of data files for program reporting purposes.
- Assist in testing enhancements, upgrades, and supporting the modernization of the State’s case management and reporting system for workforce development.
- Help to define business requirements for federal and state mandated reports.
Required qualifications:
- See job posting
Employment & Training Specialist 1
Main Office Trenton
Issue Date: 6/10/2024
Closing Date: 7/8/2024
Responsibilities include:
- Review and approve ETPL and Private Career School initial and renewal applications.
- Adhere to the Training Evaluation Unit goals, policies, and procedures.
- Review and analyze laws, regulations, and other Federal and State documents related to employment & training.
- Provide technical assistance and training to Training Providers and Local Areas.
- Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those interested or involved in the work of the program.
- Understand the types of employment and training programs likely to be used by the client population served.
Required qualifications:
- Seven (7) years of professional experience in the development, implementation or coordination of a multi-phase employment and training program in a public or private agency.
Supervisor, Employment and Training Programs (Competitive)
Main Office Trenton
Issue Date: 6/10/2024
Closing Date: 7/8/2024
Responsibilities include:
- Oversee day to day unit operations, performance, and creating a culture of innovation, creativity, and well-being.
- Plan, develop, and implement Training Evaluation Unit goals, policies, and procedures.
- Review and analyze laws, regulations, and other Federal and State documents related to employment and training to ensure compliance within a highly regulated area of government.
- Implemeent and conduct research activities and projects; conducting surveys at the State and Local levels.
- Provide technical assistance and training to Training Providers and Local Areas to ensure the successful planning and operation of employment and training programs.
- Organize and analyze training data, preparing monthly program reports, identifying deficiencies, and providing recommendations for process and system improvements.
- Work closely with the software developer and stakeholders to craft user-centered solutions.
- Participate in the identification of industry recognized credentials and in-demand occupations.
Required qualifications:
- Nine (9) years of professional experience in the development, implementation, or coordination of multiphase employment and training programs in a large public or private agency, one (1) of which shall have been in a supervisory capacity.
There are no open positions at this time.
There are no open positions at this time.
Employment Service Trainee (Non-Competitive)
Main Office Trenton
Issue Date: 2/20/2024
Closing Date: TBD
Responsibilities include:
- ES Trainee examines and determines eligibility of claims for Unemployment Insurance based on New Jersey Unemployment Law.
- When necessary, contacts employers and claimants by telephone in order to secure needed documentation to make a claim determination.
- Conducts fact-finding interviews and resolves discrepancies with claimants, employers, etc. in order to properly determine claims.
Required qualifications:
- Four (4) years of professional experience in the investigation, review, analysis, evaluation, and eligibility determination of claims for unemployment and/or insurance compensation in a public or private organization NOTE: Please refer to the Advancement section located at the bottom of this title specification for a comprehensive list of approved journeyman titles connected to this trainee title. Experience must be related to the journeyman title associated with the position. OR Possession of a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
Training Technician 2 (Competitive)
Main Office Trenton
Issue Date: 6/25/202
Closing Date: 7/9/2024
Responsibilities include:
- Conduct sessions from training modules on various topics specific to the Wage and Hour Division
- Interfaces with management to coordinate and schedule training sessions. Arranges for meeting spaces and materials
- Writes and designs training content that will be used by other trainers. Formats training content and materials into templates that are suitable for publication as resource guides and as manuals
Required qualifications:
- 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.
- Six (6) years of professional experience in work involved in planning and carrying out training programs of varied types, such as employee training, adult education, and/or group education; or teaching in an elementary school setting through college which shall have included curriculum development and/or the organization of learning programs, or any combination thereof.
- Possession of a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, and two (2) years of the above-mentioned professional experience.
- Possession of a Master's degree in Education or a related field, and one (1) year of the above-mentioned professional experience.
Program Specialist 3 (Competitive)
Main Office Trenton
Issue Date: 6/13/2024
Closing Date: 6/27/2024
Responsibilities include:
- Supervise various program areas: assign work and monitor workflow to ensure efficiency.
- Oversee/process OPRA requests.
- Train new and existing staff on various processes of the unit.
- Provides guidance and technical assistance regarding program activities to the public, including the NJ Wage Hub.
Required qualifications:
- Seven (7) years of professional experience in planning, monitoring, coordinating, implementing, modifying, and/or evaluating agency programs and services.
Administrative Assistant 3 (Competitive)
Main Office Trenton
Issue Date: 6/13/2024
Closing Date: 6/27/2024
Responsibilities include:
- Assist with personnel related actions in coordination with Human Capital Strategies.
- Handle travel requests for Executive Staff.
- Process training and travel requests.
- Update organizational charts.
Required qualifications:
- Five (5) years of professional experience in a business or government agency providing administrative support services and/or coordinating work activities.
Principal Clerk Typist (Competitive)
Main Office Trenton
Issue Date: 6/18/2024
Closing Date: 7/9/2024
Responsibilities include:
- Prepare and mail Final Order and R&A letters.
- Track various Public Contract reports.
- Answer questions from the public on various Wage and Hour questions.
- Assist with compiling information for production, trade, and Stop Work Order reports.
- Perform various clerical duties: scan, file, and copy.
Required qualifications:
- Two (2) years of keyboarding experience which shall have included clerical work involving a relatively large proportion of difficult tasks.
Clerk Typist (Non – Competitive)
Main Office Trenton
Issue Date: 6/13/2024
Closing Date: 6/27/2024
Responsibilities include:
- Provide general clerical support
- File, telephone coverage, and processing incoming and outgoing mail.
- Assemble data to prepare accurate and informative reports containing findings, conclusions and recommendations.
- Provide accurate information to internal and external customers.
- Enter data into information systems.
Required qualifications:
- Eligibility determinations will be based only upon information presented on the resume along with other supporting documents.
Employment Supervisor 1
East Orange One-Stop Career Center
Issue Date: 6/25/2024
Closing Date: 7/9/2024
Responsibilities include:
- Under the direction of a supervisory official in the Department of Labor and Workforce Development, may serve as the on-site supervisor of a satellite One-Stop Career Center, as the supervisor for the delivery of services and staff to the Workfirst population at an urban comprehensive One-Stop Career Center serving large number of public assistance customers, or in a comprehensive One-Stop Career Center as the frontline supervisor for counseling, interviewing, and related staff
- Monitors, evaluates, and reports outcomes for various programs and services; schedules staff activities; plans goals for the office
- Supervises staff and work activities
- Prepares and signs official performance evaluations for subordinate staff
Required qualifications:
- See job posting for details.
Manager 1 Workforce New Jersey (Competitive)
Sewell One-Stop Career Center
Issue Date: 6/20/2024
Closing Date: 7/5/2024
Responsibilities include:
- Under the director of a Regional Manager, Bureau Chief, or other higher level manager in the Department of Labor, manages and directs a field office(s) involved in the delivery of employment security services
- Plans, coordinates, and organizes office operations
- Analyzes state or federal laws, regulations, and the policies for impact on programs or services
- Provides technical information
Required qualifications:
- See job posting for details.
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