SPFHS-2026-25 Governor's Fellow

Open to:
General Public Work Week: NL (35-hour) Work Week Salary: (X98) $75,000 Opening Date:
August 3, 2026 Closing Date:
August 24, 2026 Existing Vacancies: 1 Program/Location Department of Environmental Protection

State Parks, Forests & and Historic Sites

Office of Natural Lands Management

501 East State Street

Trenton, NJ 08625

Open to applicants who meet the requirements below.

• Review and understanding of the current process involving ArcGIS Pro, Microsoft Access and Word.
• Modernization of geospatial data processes from a local directory to server-based data sources for use by multiple users simultaneously.
• Creation of GIS scripting/modelling tools to automate geoprocessing.
• Creation of an on-line data entry form to accept user data for incorporation into the process.
• Development/modernization of a relational database management system integral to the process.
• Development/modernization of a reporting application to incorporate project-specific GIS attribute data into a letter template.
• Development/modernization of an accounting database application to keep track of new requests, payments, and account debits and credits.
• Establishment of an on-line payment system (with guidance from Department IT services).

• Proficiency with ArcGIS Pro geoprocessing methods, coding/scripting languages (e.g., Python, Arcade), and expertise to create a server-based geodatabase for accessibility by multiple simultaneous users.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Access and ability to develop new front/backend database applications in other relational database management systems.
• Excellent communication skills to convey problems and issues as well as achievements.

Possession of a graduate degree or an undergraduate degree and two or more years of work experience in a Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Computer Science, Data Science, or a related field with strong computational focus. In addition to the educational requirement,

• Established excellence in academics and/or professional achievement.
• Proven leadership ability and potential for further growth.
• Demonstrated commitment to public service.
• Effective written communication skills, as demonstrated by a writing assignment.
• Evidence of effective teamwork.

Applicants may also be considered if they have successfully completed military service or long-term public service work with an organization such as Ameri Corps, Teach For America, or the Peace Corps. Other service will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

All U.S. degrees and transcripts must be from an accredited college or university. All foreign degrees and transcripts must be evaluated for accreditation by a recognized evaluation service by the closing date of this posting. Failure to provide documentation may result in ineligibility.

Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform the essential duties of the position.

• Paid Benefit Leave
• Holiday Pay
• Alternative Workweek Program*
• Telework*
• Pension
• Deferred Compensation
• Health Benefits (medical, prescription drug, dental & vision care) and Life Insurance
• Flexible and Health Spending Accounts (FSA/HSA)
• Commuter Tax Savings Program
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Tuition Reimbursement*

* Pursuant to the State/Department's policy, procedures, and/or guidelines.

If you are applying under the NJ SAME program, your supporting documents (Schedule A or B letter) must be submitted along with your resume by the closing date indicated above. For more information on the SAME program, please email SAME@c