REGULATORY OFFICER 1
Career Family: REGULATORY OFFICER
New Jersey classifies Regulatory Officer 1 as non-competitive, which skips the exam-and-list step and turns on whether you meet the minimum requirements.
This is where the Regulatory Officer ladder starts, one grade under Regulatory Officer 2, whose band tops out about $18,554 higher. The requirements come down to a doctoral degree, 1 year of relevant experience, and a professional license. Pay on the FY 2027 schedule runs $83,582 to $122,832, and state payroll currently lists about 71 people in the title, led by Human Services.
How to apply
This title is not filled by examination — agencies appoint directly.
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Regulatory Officer 1 appears on the State payroll at 13 departments, most of them at Department of Human Services.
State departments
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State payroll and independent authority payroll are separate systems and are never merged. See data sources.
Pay ladder: Regulatory Officer series
- Regulatory Officer 1 — $83,582 – $122,832 (this title)
- Regulatory Officer 2 — $95,955 – $141,386
- Regulatory Officer 3 — $110,276 – $162,870
- Regulatory Officer 4 — $121,055 – $179,046
Promoting to Regulatory Officer 2 raises the top of the band by about $18,554. Its top salary lands around the 69th percentile of all NJ civil service titles that publish a range.
Rungs are ordered by FY 2027 pay. NJ level numbers are not always sequential, so ordering follows salary rather than the title number.
Who employs this title
State payroll records show 71 people working under this title. The median actual salary is $99,717. The agencies employing the most are:
- Human Services (14)
- Environmental Protection (10)
- Community Affairs (10)
- Health and Senior Services (10)
Counts from NJ YourMoney agency payroll. See statewide workforce analytics.
Official job specification
The text below is the official specification published by the New Jersey Civil Service Commission. The plain-language summary and analysis above are derived from it by NJ Civil Service Navigator. Source: the official specification page at NJ CSC.
Definition
Under the close supervision of a supervisory official or other designated official in a state department, institution, or agency, assists with respect to regulatory matters, formal and informal, both legislative and quasi-judicial in nature, including matters related directly to administrative procedure and policy matters considered by the agency; does other related duties as required.
Examples of work
Assists in the drafting, coordinating, and revising rules, regulations, and orders that may be required to implement the statutory authority, powers, and duties to effectively regulate programs and activities. Assists in formulating policies and procedures governing the conduct of all formal proceedings in uncontested cases or pursuant to agreement between the Office of Administrative Law and the department or agency. Assists the supervisory official in advising the department or agency and staff regarding the application of various federal and state statutes. Advises the supervisory official regarding the format and content of official minutes. Assists in coordinating formal hearings conducted by staff members. Assists in formulating policies and procedures covering all investigations as directed by the department or agency. Participates in investigations conducted on behalf of the department or agency. Assists in the review of formal decisions, orders, and reports to ensure their compliance with appropriate laws as they affect the administrative and regulatory functions of the department or agency; and that they conform to established department or agency policy and precedents. Assists the supervisory official in coordinating activities with the Attorney General's Office and the Department of Law and Public Safety. Assists the staff in the performance of their duties which are affected by the regulatory and legal responsibilities of the department or agency. Assists in coordinating activities and functions involving the department or agency with other state and local government agencies. As directed, advises the department or agency regarding procedures to be followed at public forums and field interviews in which members of the staff confer with the public. Assists in evaluating testimony and proofs to facilitate the presentation of testimony in state and federal courts and agencies. As assigned, assists in the preparation and review of contracts between the department or agency, the State of New Jersey, and independent consultants. Coordinates and assists in the implementation and enforcement of the department or agency's rules and regulations. Helps to review and advise the department or agency and staff regarding decisions, orders, memoranda, correspondence, penalty settlements, and other instruments prepared by the staff prior to adoption or issuance. Assists in evaluating initial decisions issued by Administrative Law Judges that must be considered and decided by the department or agency. Drafts decisions and orders adopting or modifying initial decisions of Administrative Law Judges. Prepares clear, accurate, and informative reports. As assigned, advises the department or agency members and other supervisory officials on regulatory precedents to assure policy continuity and legal sufficiency regarding all formal decisions. Recommends responses to informal inquiries regarding jurisdiction or policy of the department or agency. Establishes and maintains essential records, reports, and files. Will be required to learn how to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units.
Education
Graduation from an accredited law school with a Juris Doctor (J.D.) Degree.
Experience
One (1) year of experience performing any of the following: conducting legal research; analyzing, reviewing, and evaluating legal documents, rules, regulations, legislation, and/or regulatory matters. OR One (1) year of experience as an attorney.
License
Appointee must be eligible to practice as an Attorney-At-Law in the State of New Jersey. Appointee must possess a current Certificate of Good Standing issued by the New Jersey Board of Bar Examiners, or other license to practice law issued by any state in the United States. 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.
Knowledge, skills and abilities
Knowledge of the techniques and procedures necessary in the conduct of regulatory matters. Knowledge of agency jurisdiction, function, and programs. Knowledge of legal terminology. Knowledge of federal and state agencies' policies relating to the department's or agency's jurisdiction. Ability to analyze and interpret regulatory laws, rules, and policies and apply them to specific cases. Ability to draft statutes, rules, regulations, decisions, orders, and reports. Ability to prepare extensive official correspondence. Ability to prepare clear, technically sound, accurate, and informative legal documents, memoranda, summaries, and reports. Ability to establish and maintain essential records, reports, and files. Ability to learn how to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units. Ability to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in English sufficiently to perform the duties of this position. American Sign Language or Braille may also be considered as acceptable forms of communication.
Note
The examples of work for this title are for illustrative purposes only. A particular position using this title may not perform all duties listed in this job specification. Conversely, all duties performed on the job may not be listed.