Environmental Planning Seasonal Worker - Cultural Resources

Introduction

The State of Connecticut, Department of Transportation (CTDOT) is accepting applications for a Seasonal Worker (Environmental Planning Seasonal Worker - Cultural Resources) position in the Bureau of Policy and Planning Cultural Resources Unit, within the Office of Environmental Planning (OEP).

We are seeking applicants with a background in architectural history, archaeology, anthropology, or historic preservation for the Cultural Resources Unit.

The Cultural Resources Unit conducts cultural resource compliance, including identification and evaluation of historic properties and archaeological sites, assessment of effects, and developing avoidance and mitigation measures and stakeholder and public outreach consultation requirements specific to Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA) for CTDOT projects.

• Anticipated start date:
  May 1, 2026; ending by September 30, 2026
• Monday – Friday, first shift
• 8 hours per day, 40 hours per week, seasonal
• Location:
  
  Newington, CT

• Assist in preparing documentary research that will aid Cultural Resources Unit staff with reviewing and determining the potential presence of cultural resources and determining impacts, avoidance, and mitigation methods.
• Assist in preparing GIS maps and supporting documentation for cultural resource reviews associated with design projects.
• Assist in preparing quarterly and annual reports for programmatic agreements, Memorandums of Agreement, and requests from federal and state agencies.
• Assist in preparing training and standard operating procedure documents for the unit.
• Assist in preparing presentations and reports of meetings for CTDOT projects that impact cultural resources with federal and state agencies, elected officials, tribal representatives, consulting parties, and the public.
• Assist in conducting field work with OEP staff and task-based Cultural Resources Unit on‑call consultants.
• Perform other related duties as required.

• Selected candidates must be at least 16 or 18 years old, depending on the position.
• Applicants are required to meet minimum qualifications as listed.
• Resume Policy:
  Public Act 21‑69 – resumes are not accepted during the initial application process; additional documentation may be required later.
• All application materials must be received by the job posting deadline.
• Salary calculations may vary across state branches.

• Knowledge of principles, practices and procedures of assigned specialty.
• Knowledge to degree necessary for dealing with and understanding an individual’s behavior.
• Interpersonal skills; oral and written communication skills; techniques of assigned specialty skills.
• Ability to assist individuals in self‑care habits, personal hygiene and proper social conduct where applicable.
• Understanding and carrying out written orders and oral instructions.
• Adequate physical strength and stamina to perform duties.
• Some positions may require supervisory and/or leadership abilities.

Any experience and training that could reasonably be expected to provide the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed above.

• Academic history demonstrating an interest in cultural resources identification and management.
• Academic or work history in history, architectural history, archaeology, anthropology, or historic preservation.
• Grade point average of 3.0 or higher in related courses.
• Experience or training in reading and interpreting design plans and maps through coursework, internships, or training.
• Interpersonal, oral and written communication and collaboration skills.
• Experience with ESRI ArcGIS or related computer software.
• Interest and flexibility for office and field environments.

• May be required to perform emergency first aid; certain positions require a current Standard First Aid Certificate.
• Bus driver or motor vehicle operator positions require a current Connecticut Motor Vehicle Operator License.
• May be required to travel.

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.

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.