Description
The State of Connecticut, Department of Transportation (DOT) is accepting applications for an Environmental Planning Seasonal Worker in the Bureau of Policy and Planning, Natural Resources Planning Unit within the Office of Environmental Planning (OEP).
POSITION HIGHLIGHTS
Full Time, Seasonal, 40 hours/week, 8 hours/day.
Anticipated start date of May 1, 2026 and ending by September 30, 2026.
Monday-Friday, First Shift.
Positions based in Newington, CT.
THE ROLE
We are seeking applicants with a botany, plant science, plant biology or biology, background for the Natural Resources Planning Unit. The Natural Resources Planning Unit conducts resource coordination, completes consultations for Federal and State listed species and fisheries, performs wetland delineations, habitat assessments, as well as post-construction wetland and species mitigation monitoring for CTDOT projects and programs.
The Seasonal position in the Natural Resources Planning Unit would gain experience in fulfilling the following duties:
Assist with conducting vegetation surveys and preparing annual reports for conservation areas identified by CTDOT’s Candidate Conservation Agreement with Assurances for the Monarch Butterfly (CCAA) program.
Assist with conducting vegetation/habitat surveys
Assist in performing wetland and ordinary high-water delineations for CTDOT design projects.
Assist in preparing GIS maps and supporting documentation for natural resource reviews and coordination documents associated with determining permitting needs for design projects.
Assist in preparing listed species consultations and fisheries coordination documents for planning and design projects.
Assist in developing and updating mapping wetland creation sites, fisheries enhancements, as well as conservation areas for the Monarch Butterfly (CCAA).
Performing other related duties as required.
ABOUT US
As one of Connecticut's largest State agencies, DOT employs approximately 3,300 individuals statewide in five bureaus. It is the DOT's mission to improve quality of life through transportation. We have a significant transportation infrastructure system that is essential to maintaining mobility for Connecticut residents and businesses and supporting economic and community development while preserving environmental and cultural resources. The Department of Transportation is committed to cultivating a diverse staff that is representative of the communities we serve. Applications from individuals having diverse backgrounds and life experiences are strongly encouraged. Learn more about our mission, vison, and values by clicking here! Visit our website to learn more about the Connecticut DOT!
Requirements
KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY
Knowledge of
principles, practices and procedures of assigned specialty;
operation of equipment, materials and activities of assigned specialty;
Knowledge to degree necessary for dealing with and understanding an individual’s behavior;
Skills
interpersonal skills;
oral and written communication skills;
techniques of assigned specialty skills;
Ability toassist individuals in self-care habits, personal hygiene and proper social conduct where applicable;
understand and carry out written orders and oral instructions;
Adequate physical strength and stamina to perform duties;
Some positions may require supervisory and/or leadership abilities.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Any experience and training that could reasonably be expected to provide the knowledge, skills and abilities listed above.
