WLM-2026-19 Senior Clerk Typist (Internal Posting)

Open to: Division-WideWork Week: (35-hour) Work WeekSalary: (A09) $38,026.99 - $54,570.69Opening Date: 7/09/2026Closing Date: 07/23/2026Existing Vacancies: 1Program/LocationDepartment of Environmental ProtectionWatershed and Land ManagementDivision of Land Resource ProtectionBureau of Coastal Land Use Enforcement501 East State StreetTrenton, NJ 08625Scope of EligibilityOpen to permanent employees in a competitive title who work for the Division of Land Resource Protection and meet the requirements below.DescriptionUnder supervision, performs typing and other related clerical work requiring the exercise of independent judgment and a working knowledge of department rules, regulations, and policies, and/or has charge of the work of a small group of clerk typists, and/or has charge of the designated phase of the typing work of the department; does related work as required.Specific to the PositionResponsible for all administrative related work for the bureau in Trenton.  Responsibilities include maintaining and organizing support services such as data processing, answering general phone calls and forwarding to appropriate staff, generating eTrip requests, scheduling meetings for Bureau staff, and ordering office supplies.Preferred Skill Set Administrative practices, procedures, and office management.  Ability to organize admin work, and plan and supervise administrative control.  Ability to speak and write effectively.RequirementsOne (1) year of experience in clerical work including typing.NOTE: Successful completion of a clerical training program with a minimum of 700 clerical training hours or 30 semester hour credits in secretarial science from an accredited college or university may be substituted for the experience indicated above. Coursework must include typing skills, methods, and procedures; other courses may include, but not be limited to, office procedures, word processing, and business English.LicenseAppointees 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. Veteran's PreferenceTo qualify for New Jersey Veteran's Preference/status, you must establish Veteran's Preference through the Department of Military and Veteran's Affairs. Please submit proof of your Veteran's Preference along with your resume as indicated. For more information, please visit https://www.nj.gov/military/veterans/services/civil-service-preference/ResidencyAll persons newly hired on or after September 1, 2011, have one year from the date of employment to establish, and then maintain principal residence in the State of New Jersey subject to the provisions of N.J.S.A. 52:14-7 (L.2011, Chapter 70), also known as the “New Jersey First Act”.BenefitsAs a New Jersey State Department, NJDEP offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes: Paid Benefit LeaveHoliday PayAlternative Workweek Program*Telework*PensionDeferred CompensationHealth Benefits (medical, prescription drug, dental & vision care) and Life InsuranceFlexible and Health Spending Accounts (FSA/HSA)Commuter Tax Savings ProgramPublic Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)Tuition Reimbursement* *Pursuant to the State/Department's policy, procedures, and/or guidelines.Authorization to WorkSelected candidates must be authorized to work in the United States per the Department of Homeland Security, United States Citizenship, and Immigration Services regulations. NOTE: The State of New Jersey does not provide sponsorship for citizenship to the United States.Equal Opportunity EmploymentThe State of New Jersey seeks to increase the richness and diversity of its workforce, and in doing so, become the employer of choice for all people seeking to work in State Government.  To evaluate the effectiveness of our efforts to attract and employ a diverse workforce, applicants are asked to voluntarily answer a few brief questions on the NJ Affirmative Action Information Form.  All information is considered confidential and will be filed separately with the agency's affirmative action officer.  This information will not be part of your application for employment and will not be considered in any hiring decision.   DEP Notices of Vacancy have a 4:00 p.m. deadline on the closing date. When filing for these opportunities, please be sure to have your letter of interest and credentials sent electronically before 4 p.m. on the closing date. The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to inclusive hiring and a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage people from all backgrounds to apply. Accommodations under ADA will be provided upon request.