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SPFHS-2025-5H Secretarial Assistant 1 - NS (Hourly)
New Jersey Department of Environmental ProtectionUnited Statespart_timeVerifiedPosted 16 Oct 2025
💰 $44,000/yr
About the role
Open to: General Public
Work Week: 20-25 Hours Per Week
(Up to 900 hours max per fiscal year)
Hourly Rate: $22.00/Per Hour
Opening Date: 10/16/2025
Closing Date: 11/06/2025
Existing Vacancies: 1
Program/Location
Department of Environmental Protection
State Parks, Forest, and Historic Sites
State Park Service / State Historic Sites
501 East State Street
Trenton, NJ 08625
Scope of Eligibility
Open to applicants that meet the requirements below.
Description
Under supervision, provides secretarial, administrative and clerical support to an assigned Assistant Division Director, Bureau Chief, or organizational equivalent; types correspondence and reports, prepares letters on routine matters, provides requested information to internal and external customers, maintains a schedule of appointments and the daily engagement calendar of the executive official; utilizes various information systems for daily work assignments used by the agency, office, or related units; does other related duties as required..
Specific to the Position
The candidate will provide comprehensive administrative support to the State Park and State Historic Sites Administrators by managing electronic calendars, scheduling meetings, answering phones, taking messages, responding to or forwarding calls and emails to appropriate staff, and coordinating mail and email communications. Responsibilities also include collecting and organizing information, drafting responses to constituent referrals, preparing correspondence, and performing general office support tasks such as filing and data entry. May perform other duties as needed.
Preferred Skill Set
Demonstrates strong organizational abilities, a friendly and approachable demeanor, and a proven commitment to delivering exceptional customer service.
Requirements
EXPERIENCE:
One (1) year of experience in a business or government agency providing administrative duties and support for program. Experience with Microsoft Office Suite including Microsoft Teams.
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.
SAME Applicants
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 visit SAME Program, email SAME@csc.nj.gov, or call CSC at (609) 292-4144 and select Option #3.
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 https://www.nj.gov/military/veterans/services/civil-service-preference/
Employee Benefits
TES / Hourly employee benefits include:
Residency
All persons newly hired on or after September 1, 2011, have one ye
Work Week: 20-25 Hours Per Week
(Up to 900 hours max per fiscal year)
Hourly Rate: $22.00/Per Hour
Opening Date: 10/16/2025
Closing Date: 11/06/2025
Existing Vacancies: 1
Program/Location
Department of Environmental Protection
State Parks, Forest, and Historic Sites
State Park Service / State Historic Sites
501 East State Street
Trenton, NJ 08625
Scope of Eligibility
Open to applicants that meet the requirements below.
Description
Under supervision, provides secretarial, administrative and clerical support to an assigned Assistant Division Director, Bureau Chief, or organizational equivalent; types correspondence and reports, prepares letters on routine matters, provides requested information to internal and external customers, maintains a schedule of appointments and the daily engagement calendar of the executive official; utilizes various information systems for daily work assignments used by the agency, office, or related units; does other related duties as required..
Specific to the Position
The candidate will provide comprehensive administrative support to the State Park and State Historic Sites Administrators by managing electronic calendars, scheduling meetings, answering phones, taking messages, responding to or forwarding calls and emails to appropriate staff, and coordinating mail and email communications. Responsibilities also include collecting and organizing information, drafting responses to constituent referrals, preparing correspondence, and performing general office support tasks such as filing and data entry. May perform other duties as needed.
Preferred Skill Set
Demonstrates strong organizational abilities, a friendly and approachable demeanor, and a proven commitment to delivering exceptional customer service.
Requirements
EXPERIENCE:
One (1) year of experience in a business or government agency providing administrative duties and support for program. Experience with Microsoft Office Suite including Microsoft Teams.
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.
SAME Applicants
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 visit SAME Program, email SAME@csc.nj.gov, or call CSC at (609) 292-4144 and select Option #3.
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 https://www.nj.gov/military/veterans/services/civil-service-preference/
Employee Benefits
TES / Hourly employee benefits include:
- Earned Sick Time*
Residency
All persons newly hired on or after September 1, 2011, have one ye
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