Environmental Engineer ; Environmental Protection Hybrid - FS

Introduction

The State of Connecticut, Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP), currently has a job opportunity for an Environmental Engineer 3 within the Water Planning and Management Division's (WPMD) Dam Safety Program. WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU Visit our NEWState Employee Benefits Overview page! Professional growth and development opportunities A healthy work/life balance to all employees The State of Connecticut is an eligible Public Service Loan Forgiveness employer, meaning you may be eligible to have qualifying student loans forgiven after 10 years of service.  

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The schedule for this position is Monday-Friday, 40 hours per week, with a hybrid work schedule. DEEP's Water Planning and Management Division, Dam Safety Program, has jurisdiction over all non-federally owned or licensed dams in the state. The Dam Safety Program's ultimate responsibility is to ensure that all jurisdictional dams in the State are operated and maintained in a safe condition to prevent the loss of life and/or property.

DEEP maintains an inventory of over 4,800 dams in Connecticut. In addition, DEEP is the owner of approximately 270 dams, for which we are responsible for operation and maintenance, repairs, and upgrades. Please visit the Examples of Duties section for more information on the position.

The Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) is charged with conserving, improving and protecting the natural resources and the environment of the state of Connecticut as well as making cheaper, cleaner and more reliable energy available for the people and businesses of the state. The agency is also committed to playing a positive role in rebuilding Connecticut’s economy and creating jobs – and to fostering a sustainable and prosperous economic future for the state.

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