NEW JERSEY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH


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The Department of Health has a career opportunity for qualified candidates for
the following position:
Title Salary
Program Specialist Trainee P95 $49,738.97 - $51,987.70
[Classified Non-Competitive]
Posting Number Position Number Number of Positions Posting Period *
629-24 051870, 653379 2 From: 09/23/2024 To: 10/07/2024
Location: Scope of Eligibility/Open to:
Department of Health / Human Resources Services Applicants who Meet the Requirements
55 North Willow St., Trenton, NJ 08625
GENERAL DESCRIPTION


Under general direction of the Training Technician 4, will assist with the development of department specific training programs
(utilizing current methods i.e., in person Classroom training, Virtual Instructor lead Training and Go to Webinar) for the
development and mentoring training for the employees Department of Health. The incumbent in these positions will utilize the
New Jersey e Learning system (also known as the NJ Learning Management System (LMS) a cloud-based software system that
delivers online- education courses and training. The e Learning system will be used to assign and track completion of mandated
training courses. The selected applicant for these positions will prepare reports on progress of completed training programs and
track completion rates. They will assist with the coordination of training programs for the four psychiatric hospitals to identify
specific training needs for workforce development and succession planning. Additionally, the selected applicants will work with
programs to identify goals and objectives for the specific division in the department and will be consistent with state and federal
regulations and other industry standards.
NOTE: The ideal candidate should have excellent writing skills as well as the ability to work in fast paced environment.
This position may be eligible to participate in the Department's pilot telework program, which offers eligible employees the
opportunity to work remotely for up to two (2) days per week, as approved by management.
REQUIREMENTS (EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE / LICENSES)


NOTE: 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.

Four (4) years of professional experience relevant to the position.

NOTE: Please refer to the Advancement section located at the bottom of this title specification for a comprehensive list of
approved titles connected to this trainee title. Experience must be related to the journeyman title associated with the position.

OR

Possession of a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.

NOTE: Appointees to positions assigned to the Weatherization Assistance Program in the Department of Community Affairs will
be required to complete training and obtain a certification as a Quality Control Inspector, issued by an agency accredited by the
United States Department of Energy (USDOE),in conformance with USDOE Weatherization Program Notice 14-4. Training is
required to be successfully completed subsequent to advancement to the primary title, Program Specialist 1, Socio-Economic
Programs.


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NOTE: "Professional experience" refers to work that is analytical, evaluative, and interpretive; requires a range of basic
knowledge of the profession's concepts and practices; and is performed with the authority to act and make accurate and
informed decisions.

LICENSE:

Appointee 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.
IMPORTANT FILING INSTRUCTIONS
If interested in this position, you can reply in one of two ways:

• Forward the required documents electronically to: Required documents:

• cover letter

PSTHR@doh.nj.gov

• resume
• Mail the required documents to:

• completed application, found at:

Gemma Navarro, Manager 2, Human Resources http://www.nj.gov/health/forms/dpf-663.pdf
Human Resources Services
Reference Posting #629-24
New Jersey Department of Health
PO Box 360 * Responses received after the closing date MAY
Trenton, NJ 08625-0360 be considered if the position is not filled.


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IMPORTANT NOTES



State as a Model Employer If you are applying under the NJ “SAME” program, your supporting
of People with Disabilities documents (Schedule A or B letter), must be submitted along with your
(SAME) Applicants: resume by the closing date indicated above. For more information on the
SAME program, visit their website at:
https://nj.gov/csc/same/overview/index.shtml, email: SAME@csc.nj.gov ,
or call CSC at (833) 691-0404.
PHEL Candidates: If you are a candidate for a position in our Public Health and
Environmental Laboratories, you may be subject to pre- and /or post-
employment alcohol and drug testing.

Direct Client Care: If you are a candidate for a position that involves direct client care in one of
the State facilities/programs, you may be subject to pre- and/or post-
employment drug testing/screening. The cost of any pre-employment
testing will be at the candidate’s expense. Candidates with a positive drug
test result, or those who refuse to be tested and/or cooperate with the
testing requirement, will not be hired.

New Jersey In accordance with N.J.S.A. 52:14-7, the "New Jersey First Act", all
First Act: employees must reside in the State of New Jersey, unless exempted under
the law. If you do not live in New Jersey, you have one year after you begin
employment to relocate your residence to New Jersey.

Resume Note: Applicants who possess foreign degrees (degrees earned outside of the
U.S.) are required to provide an evaluation indicating the U.S. equivalency
prior to the closing date. Failure to do so may result in your ineligibility.

Authorization to Work: Selected candidates must be authorized to work in the Unite States
according to the Department of Homeland Security, United States
Citizenship and Immigration Services Regulations. The State of New Jersey
does not provide sponsorships for citizenships to the United States.

Note: Newly hired employees must agree to a thorough background check that will include fingerprinting.
The New Jersey Department of Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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