Job Description

Open to: General Public

Work Week: 40 (40-hour) Work Week

Salary: (X98) $86,250.00

Opening Date: 07/03/2025

Closing Date: 07/24/2025

Existing Vacancies: 1

Program/Location

Department of Environmental Protection

State Parks, Forests & Historic Sites

State Park Service

Historic Residence

Princeton, NJ 08540

Scope of Eligibility

Open to applicants who meet the requirements below.

Description

Serving as second to the Residence Manager at an historical residence within the Department of Environmental Protection in the State of New Jersey. The Assistant Residence Manager is responsible for assisting with managerial and operational oversight to the vast responsibilities associated with the residence ensuring the daily operations, facilities management and staff oversight are carried out with professionalism and diplomacy.

Specific to the Position

Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

Aids the Residence Manager with planning of and preparations for scheduled events at the residence including formal catered dining events and official receptions, official meetings and media events. Demonstrates expert knowledge of event planning and coordination.

Supervises, guides, and directs event coordinators in the appropriate and authorized use of the facility. Oversees the scheduling and execution of guided tours at the facility.

Assists with the oversight of the day-to-day janitorial and housekeeping responsibilities and facility maintenance and necessary repair work at the residence.

Provides hospitality services during events, receptions, and dinner as well as supports and directs food and beverage service.

Serves a liaison to community neighbors by maintaining an open, transparent communication on events, maintenance or renovations that may be of interest.

Performs other related duties including assisting subordinate staff with assigned tasks as necessary.

Requirements

Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree.

Experience: One (1) year of experience that is directly related to the functions of the assigned position.

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.

NOTE: Applicants who do not possess the required education may substitute additional experience on a year-for-year basis.

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.

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 , 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

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”.

Employee 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.

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 . 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.

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.

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