Environmental Analyst 2 (35 Hour) #260610-3407EE-001

Introduction The 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. This 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. The 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. Schedule Full‑time, 1st shift, 35 hours per week Flex schedule and potential telework after the working test period, consistent with State policy Benefits Comprehensive state employee benefits Position Highlights Provide direct technical assistance to small public water systems by guiding them through the DWSRF application process and explaining requirements in clear, practical terms Develop and maintain fact sheets, guidance documents, FAQs, and presentations that translate complex regulatory and technical information into accessible, user‑friendly materials Conduct outreach and engagement activities, including workshops and calls, to identify system needs and provide actionable guidance on funding eligibility and next steps Coordinate with engineering, fiscal, program, and communications staff to ensure consistent, accurate information and alignment across technical assistance efforts Identify gaps in program materials and processes, recommend improvements, and maintain accurate records of technical assistance and outreach activities in accordance with program requirements Perform related duties as assigned Examples of Duties Assists in development of departmental, statewide or local environment and/or emergency response plans and programs Researches, collects and analyzes resources, data and educational materials Reviews and analyzes proposed projects for consistency with policies and statutes and assesses environmental impact Conducts site investigations Prepares environmental impact statements and recommends corrective actions and alternatives Analyzes existing state policies, statutes, plans and regulatory programs and reviews pending legislation for environmental impact Coordinates database maintenance and disseminates information Assists in drafting new regulations, statutes, guidelines and other written materials Assists in formulating policy options Provides technical consultation to local, regional, state, federal officials and the public Coordinates federal grant‑in‑aid programs and prepares related paperwork Recommends enforcement actions and prepares reports Reviews and makes recommendations on environmental permit requests May prepare publications and guidelines on environmental protection, natural resources education and economic development issues May develop and implement environmental and leisure service education programs May testify at public hearings May prepare enforcement actions May serve as a legislative liaison May serve as department representative on various regulatory and advisory boards and committees Performs related duties as required Knowledge, Skill and Ability Knowledge of principles and practices in fields relative to environmental protection, environmental and policy analysis, local, state and federal laws, statutes, regulations and policies, environmental program planning principles and practices, and statistics Skills in interpersonal communication, oral and written communication, research and organization Ability to understand and interpret legislation and technical data, and to utilize computer software Minimum Qualifications Six (6) years of experience involving technical analysis and interpretation of environmental program data or planning and implementing environmental programs College training in a scientific or technical discipline related to the environmental field (including biological, earth, or physical sciences; environmental planning; environmental law; economics; leisure services; geographic information systems; geography with a concentration in GIS; 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 A Master’s degree in a related discipline may be substituted for five (5) years of the General Experience; education may only be substituted for a total of five (5) years One (1) year of experience as an Environmental Analyst 1 may be substituted for the General Experience (for state employees) Preferred Qualifications Experience translating complex regulatory, technical, or funding requirements into clear, plain‑language guidance for non‑technical audiences Experience working with public water systems, municipalities, or environmental/public health programs Experience developing written materials such as fact sheets, FAQs, guidance documents, and presentations Experience conducting outreach, training, workshops, or stakeholder engagement activities Experience navigating and explaining funding programs, applications, or government processes Experience maintaining organized records and documentation in accordance with program or regulatory requirements Experience collaborating across multidisciplinary teams and contributing to process or program improvements Special Requirements Incumbents in this class may be required to travel Incumbents in this class may be required to possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s license 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 #J-18808-Ljbffr State of Connecticut