LREP-2026-2 Executive Assistant 2 (Internal Posting)

Open to: Department-Wide
Work Week: NL (35-hour) Work Week
Salary: (P26) $80,755.57 - $118,678.17
Opening Date: 4/1/2026
Closing Date: 4/15/2026
Existing Vacancies: 1

Department of Environmental Protection
Legal, Regulatory and Enforcement Policy
Office of the Chief Advisor
401 East State Street, 7th Floor
Trenton, NJ 08625

Open to permanent NJDEP employees in a competitive title that meet the requirements below.

Description
Under direction of a Bureau Chief in a state department or head of an agency, institution, or college, acts as staff and representative responsible for assisting in the execution of a bureau function or less complex departmental, agency, or institutional functions through the implementation of policy and development, management, and/or control of plans, programs, and operations by employing accepted modern techniques of management; may assist a higher-level Executive Assistant in a large department or agency; does other related duties as required.

Specific to the Position
Ensures project target dates and/or deadlines are met, resolves problems that may arise, and refers critical delays to executive officer. Serves as liaison to other department and division agencies to alleviate management and administrative problems. Confers with personnel analysts on classification, recruitment, payroll, and employee problems. Addresses organizational unit or agency project concerns on behalf of the Chief Advisor and advises on matters requiring attention. May navigate and research related media communications and social media content. Represents Chief Advisor at meetings and conferences. Researches, analyzes, and/or prepares proposed legislation affecting organizational unit programs or functions. Assists in establishment of administrative procedures required by new legislation or directives. Prepares and oversees preparation of clear, sound, accurate, and informative reports containing findings, statistical information, analyses, conclusions, and recommendations.

Requirements
Applicants must meet one of the following or a combination of both experience and education. Thirty (30) semester hour credits are equal to one (1) year of relevant experience.

Seven (7) years of professional experience in program management with responsibility for planning, organizing, coordinating, staffing, reporting, and/or budgeting, or in assisting an executive with program development and/or implementation.

OR

Possession of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university; and three (3) years of the above-mentioned professional experience.

OR

Possession of a master’s degree in Personnel Administration, Public Administration, Business Administration, or Psychology; and two (2) years of the above-mentioned professional experience.

NOTE: “Professional experience” refers to work that is creative, analytical, evaluative, and interpretive; requires a range and depth of specialized knowledge of the profession’s principles, concepts, theories, and practices; and is performed with the authority to act according to one’s own judgment and make accurate and informed decisions.

NOTE: 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.

License
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.

Benefits
As a New Jersey State Department, NJDEP offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• 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.

Veteran's Preference
To 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

Residency
All 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”.

Authorization to Work
Selected 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 Employment
The 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.