Environmental Planning Lead Planning Analyst; Lead Planning Analyst

Overview

Environmental Planning Lead Planning Analyst (Lead Planning Analyst)

Recruitment #AR-002 |

Location:

Hartford, CT | Date Opened: 1/13/2026 09:00:00 AM | Salary: $94,781 - $121,619/year | Job Type: Open to Statewide Employees | Close Date: 1/22/2026 11:59:00 PM

Introduction:
The State of Connecticut’s Office of Policy and Management (OPM) seeks to hire an Environmental Planning Lead Planning Analyst in the Intergovernmental Policy and Planning Division’s (IGPP) Office of Responsible Growth Unit (ORG). Please note you must be a current State of CT employee to be considered for this position (see Selection Plan for additional details).

Professional growth and development opportunities. A healthy work/life balance to all employees. Visit our State Employee Benefits Overview page for more information.

• LOCATION:
  
  Office of Policy and Management
• ADDRESS: 450 Capitol Avenue, Hartford, CT
• WORK HOURS:
  
  Full-time, first shift, 40 hours per week
• SCHEDULE:
  
  Monday through Friday

In this position you will work in the Office of Responsible Growth, focused on land use, environmental, resilience and intergovernmental policy, and community development. This is an exciting opportunity to work with a comprehensive planning team that recommends policy priorities and advises as well as assists leadership in both the Executive and Legislative branches of government in developing plans, policies, programs, and legislation to promote sustainable land use.

At OPM we report directly to the Governor and provide information and analysis that the Governor uses to formulate public policy for the state. We also assist state agencies and municipalities in implementing the law and public policy on behalf of the people of Connecticut. We prepare the Governor’s budget proposals; implement and monitor the execution of the enacted budget; and oversee the executive branch agencies that report to the Governor.

The Intergovernmental Policy and Planning Division's Office of Responsible Growth coordinates state planning efforts around land and water resources and infrastructure improvements. The ORG works to support the creation of livable, diverse, and economically strong communities while protecting our natural, economic, social, and cultural resources for the benefit of current and future generations.

Please Note:

In order to be considered for this job opening, you must be a current State of CT employee, who has worked for the state for at least six (6) months of full-time service or full-time equivalent service, absent any applicable collective bargaining language, and meet the Minimum Qualifications as listed on the job opening. You must specify your qualifications on your application.

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  Minimum Qualifications:
  
  Ensure you meet the Minimum Qualifications listed on the job opening by the job closing date. You must specify your qualifications on your application. The minimum experience and training requirements listed must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.
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  List earned credits and degrees from accredited institutions accurately on your application. If the institution of higher learning is located outside the U.S., provide documentation from a recognized USA accrediting service.
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• Preferred Shift/
  
  Location:
  
  Select all location(s) and shift(s) you are willing to work on your application.
• Timely Submission:
  All materials must be received by the deadline. Revisions after submission are not allowed. For exceptions, email DAS.SHRM.
• Salary Calculations:
  For current state employees, salary calculations may vary between branches of state government.
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