State of Connecticut

Title: Economic And Community Development Agent - #260512-2496AR-001 LocationHartford, CT Salary$86,068 - $110,931/year Job TypeOpen to Agency Employees Job Description: The State of Connecticut, Department of Economic and Community Development (DECD), is accepting applications for an Economic And Community Development Agent. This position is within the CT Office of the Arts (COA), a partner to the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) tasked with ensuring that the benefits derived from participating in the Arts are available to every citizen of the state. COA is funded by the National Endowment for the Arts and receives matching funding from the state. As such, COA is guided by the mission, vision, and goals of the NEA. CONTINUE TO ENJOY - Our State Employee Benefits Overview page! - Professional growth and development opportunities - A healthy work/life balance to all employees POSITION HIGHLIGHTS</span> - Full Time, 40 hours per week - Monday through Friday schedule | some weekend work may be required - First shift hours, 8.5 hours/day to be scheduled between 7:30 am and 6:00 pm (including a half hour lunch) - Location: 450 Columbus Blvd, Hartford, CT - Hybrid opportunity, combination of in-office and telework, in accordance with the Telework Policy THE ROLE This position is primarily responsible for developing, implementing, and stewarding relationships that promote the economic and community development strategies of the CT Office of the Arts, which support the overall work of the DECD. Specifically, this position manages and develops the Cultural District program (a statutory program of the COA/DECD) and all programs that support the development of vibrant, arts-rich municipalities. Duties include: - Ensures the growth and sustainability of the state Cultural District program - Partners with organizations that provide support for the Cultural District program and the needs of Cultural District members, including but not limited to the Air Collaborative and CT Main Street - Provides support, management, and capacity building tools to COAs Designated Regional Service Organizations, including developing, collecting, creating, and presenting information regarding program success that is backed by data - Managing grant programs associated with the Cultural District program and the Designated Regional Service Organizations The successful candidate should have knowledge of grant management procedures and software, data collection, and event planning. In addition, candidate should be enthusiastic about working as a member of a team that uses big picture thinking about arts innovation to develop vibrant and healthy communities. ABOUT US DECD is the state's lead agency responsible for strengthening Connecticut&rsquo;s competitive position in the rapidly changing, knowledge-based global economy. The agency takes a comprehensive approach to economic development that incorporates community development, transportation, education, and arts and culture. Selection Plan In order to be considered for this job opening you must be a current State of CT employee of the agency listed above 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. FOR ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING: Check out our Applicant Tips on How to Apply! Need more resources? Visit our Applicant Toolkit for additional support throughout the recruitment process. BEFORE YOU APPLY: - Meet 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. - Educational Credits: List your earned credits and degrees from accredited institutions accurately on your application. To receive educational credits towards qualification, the institution must be accredited. If the institution of higher learning is located outside of the U.S., you are responsible for providing documentation from a recognized USA accrediting service which specializes in determining foreign education equivalencies to the contact listed below by the closing date listed on the job posting. - Resume Policy: Per Public Act 21-69, resumes are not accepted during the initial application process. As the recruitment process progresses, candidates may be required to submit additional documentation to support their qualification(s) for this position. This documentation may include: a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the request and discretion of the hiring agency. - Preferred Shift/Location: Select all location(s) and shift(s) you are willing to work on your application. Failure to do so may result in not being considered for vacancies in that specific location or shift. - Timely Submission: All application materials must be received by the job posting deadline. You will be unable to make revisions once you officially submit your application to the State. Late submissions are rarely accepted, with exceptions only for documented events that incapacitate individuals during the entire duration of the job posting. - Salary Calculations: For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from one of the three branches of state government (i.e., Executive, Legislative, Judicial) to the other. AFTER YOU APPLY: - Some email providers may experience delays or issues delivering messages. To avoid missing important updates&mdash;such as referral questionnaires or interview scheduling links&mdash;please check your Personal Status Board regularly. For added convenience, you can also enable text (SMS) notifications. To do this, log in to your Personal Status Board and select &ldquo;Update My Contact Information.&rdquo; - Referral Questions: This posting may require completion of additional Referral Questions (RQs), which must be completed by the questionnaire&rsquo;s expiration date. If requested, RQs can be accessed via an email sent to you after the job close date or by visiting your JobAps Personal Status Board (Certification Questionnaires section). - Prepare For An Interview: Interviews are limited to those whose experience and training are most aligned with the role. To prepare, review this helpful Interview Preparation Guide to make the best impression! - Stay connected! Log in daily to your JobAps Personal Status Board to track your status and check email (including spam/junk folders) for updates and tasks. - The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class. - Note: This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules. PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK) In the Departments of Economic and Community Development and Housing this class is accountable for independently performing a full range of tasks in developing and promoting economic and community development programs. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES - Promotes and coordinates economic, housing and community development activities and programs; - Advises municipalities in developing comprehensive community development plans; - Establishes and maintains contacts with and provides technical assistance to businesses and industries within and outside state; - Performs specialized analyses and evaluations for development of standardized data and specific forecasts, performance indicators and preparation of statistical information needed to meet guidelines and requirements of funding agencies; - Establishes and maintains contact with customers; - Advises customers undertaking community development activity; - Assists businesses and industries locating or expanding operations in Connecticut; - Identifies economic, housing and/or community development resources available to businesses and industries and coordinates services; - Reviews plans and proposals for conformity with statutory, regulatory and department requirements; - Identifies and assesses customer needs and evaluates customer financial capacity and reliability; - Acts as liaison between customers, business and financial organizations and government agencies; - Conducts feasibility reviews; - Underwrites proposals and makes appropriate recommendations; - Negotiates financial packages with customers relying on municipal, state, federal and private resources and programs; - Advocates on customer behalf requests for financial assistance and or related services; - Coordinates and tracks proposals through departmental approval process; - Prepares commitment letters, financial, statistical and administrative reports as needed; - Assesses, develops and/or promotes domestic and international markets for Connecticut products; - Develops and promotes Connecticut as a destination for business to out of state and international customers; - Coordinates a marketing or promotion program; - Develops, coordinates and conducts workshops, conferences and seminars to promote business development assistance; - Assists communities in planning and developing housing, industrial parks and promoting business development; - Provides technical assistance in grant application; - May negotiate leasing or other contractual agreements for business opportunities of state owned facilities; - May monitor and support business activities to maximize benefits of negotiated agreements; - May monitor work performance of consultants; - May monitor programs to ensure compliance; - Performs related duties as required. KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY - Knowledge of - local, state and federal economic, housing and community development programs and resources; - local, state and federal laws, regulations and policies pertaining to economic, housing and community development; - budgetary and financial principles and practices; - planning principles and practices; - comprehensive community development principles and practices; - industry practices, markets and location issues; - economic development assistance programs and financing; - marketing principles and techniques; - Considerable - oral and written communication skills; - interpersonal skills; - Skill in planning, organizing and negotiating urban or economic and community development activities; - Ability to - establish and maintain effective working relationships; - utilize computer software; - Supervisory ability. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE Six (6) years of professional experience in corporate marketing and business development or business experience including residential and/or commercial financing to include leverage financing, strategic planning, financial planning and analysis or project management experience with industrial, environmental, housing or community development projects to include public financing or experience in urban planning and development. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SPECIAL EXPERIENCE One (1) year of the General Experience must have been in assisting in developing and promoting economic and community development programs. NOTE: For state employees this experience is interpreted at the level of an Assistant Economic and Community Development Agent. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED - College training may be substituted for the General Experience on the basis of fifteen (15) semester hours equalling one-half (1/2) year of experience to a maximum of four (4) years for a Bachelor's degree. - A Master&rsquo;s degree in a related field may be substituted for one (1) additional year of the General Experience. - Successful completion of a Connecticut Careers Trainee program approved by the Department of Administrative Services may be substituted for the General Experience and Special Experience. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS - Experience working in the CT Office of the Arts economic and community development program/s - Experience in a leadership role at an arts-based business or non-profit organization - Experience applying the AIR Collaborative Economic Development model in community or economic development planning SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS - Incumbents in this class may be required to travel. - Incumbents in this class may be required to possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator&rsquo;s license. Conclusion AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.

Title: Agriculture Assistant Bureau Director - #260506-0074MP-001 Location: Hartford United States Job Description: Introduction The State of Connecticut, Department of Agriculture (DoAg) is seeking an Agriculture Assistant Bureau Director to join their team within the Bureau of Agricultural Development and Resource Conservation. POSITION HIGHLIGHTS - Full-Time (40 Hours) - First Shift - Monday-Friday - Hybrid position (telework and office/on-site) - Location: 450 Columbus Blvd, Hartford WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU - Visit our new State Employee Benefits Overview page - Professional growth and development opportunities - A healthy work/life balance to all employees! THE ROLE The Agriculture Assistant Bureau Director position is accountable for independently performing a full range of management tasks to oversee staff who develop, evaluate, and provide continuity of programs that positively impact Connecticut farmers and agribusiness viability. Duties include, but are not limited to: - Operational Leadership & Program Oversight: Support and collaborate with the Bureau Director on bureau operations; plan, implement, and monitor bureau programs to ensure alignment with statutory mandates, bureau mission, and agency strategy - Budget & Grants Administration: Manage staff to oversee the development and execution of annual grant program budgets; manage grant lifecycles (solicitation, evaluation, award, compliance, closeout); maintain audit-ready documentation - Performance Management & Reporting: Establish KPIs; monitor outcomes; prepare reports to leadership, CT General Assembly, stakeholders, and funding entities; maintain data quality - Staff Supervision & Talent Development: Currently, 15 staff reside within the Bureau. Within the Agricultural Development unit, supervise eight (8) staff; identify and assign priorities in cooperation with the Bureau Director; coach; conduct annual evaluations; support professional development, and programmatic succession planning - Compliance & Risk Management: Ensure adherence to state procurement rules, grant terms, and applicable statutes; mitigate operational, financial, and compliance risk - Continuous Improvement: Streamline processes and timelines; champion technology-enabled workflows; improve customer service and program accessibility ABOUT US The Connecticut Department of Agriculture, Bureau of Agricultural Development and Resource Conservation's mission is to promote production, consumption, and usage of CT Grown farm products and to preserve and improve CT farmland and farmland soils through programs and services which enable CT agribusinesses to thrive. The Bureau's vision is to cultivate and support a sustainable, equitable food system that increases market access for farmers and food sovereignty for the benefit of all. The Bureau of Agricultural Development & Resource Conservation supports Connecticut's agricultural economy through grant administration, technical assistance, and farmland preservation. The Bureau oversees programs such as agricultural grants and cost-share initiatives, the state's Farmland Preservation Program, and market-access programs such as the Local Food Procurement Program and Farmers' Market Nutrition Program, among others. The Bureau's annual budget can range from $30 - $100 million annually through a combination of state appropriations, federal grants, and interagency partnerships. Selection Plan FOR ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING: Check out our Applicant Tips on How to Apply! Need more resources? Visit our Applicant Toolkit for additional support throughout the recruitment process. BEFORE YOU APPLY: - Meet 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. - Educational Credits: List your earned credits and degrees from accredited institutions accurately on your application. To receive educational credits towards qualification, the institution must be accredited. If the institution of higher learning is located outside of the U.S., you are responsible for providing documentation from a recognized USA accrediting service which specializes in determining foreign education equivalencies to the contact listed below by the closing date listed on the job posting. - Resume Policy: Per Public Act 21-69, resumes are not accepted during the initial application process. As the recruitment process progresses, candidates may be required to submit additional documentation to support their qualification(s) for this position. This documentation may include: a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the request and discretion of the hiring agency. - Preferred Shift/Location: Select all location(s) and shift(s) you are willing to work on your application. Failure to do so may result in not being considered for vacancies in that specific location or shift. - Timely Submission: All application materials must be received by the job posting deadline. You will be unable to make revisions once you officially submit your application to the State. Late submissions are rarely accepted, with exceptions only for documented events that incapacitate individuals during the entire duration of the job posting. Request exceptions by emailing DAS.SHRM@ct.gov (Opens in a New Window). - Salary Calculations: For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from one of the three branches of state government (i.e., Executive, Legislative, Judicial) to the other. - Note: The only way to apply to this posting is via the 'Apply' or 'Apply Online' buttons on the official State of Connecticut Online Employment Center job posting. AFTER YOU APPLY: - Some email providers may experience delays or issues delivering messages. To avoid missing important updates-such as referral questionnaires or interview scheduling links-please check your Personal Status Board regularly. For added convenience, you can also enable text (SMS) notifications. To do this, log in to your Personal Status Board and select "Update My Contact Information." - Referral Questions: This posting may require completion of additional Referral Questions (RQs), which must be completed by the questionnaire's expiration date. If requested, RQs can be accessed via an email sent to you after the job close date or by visiting your JobAps Personal Status Board (Certification Questionnaires section). - Prepare For An Interview: Interviews are limited to those whose experience and training are most aligned with the role. To prepare, review this helpful Interview Preparation Guide to make the best impression! - Stay connected! Log in daily to your JobAps Personal Status Board to track your status and check email (including spam/junk folders) for updates and tasks. - The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class. - Note: This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules. Candidates who are offered and accept a position with the State of Connecticut are bound by the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State employees, available at www.ct.gov/ethics. QUESTIONS? WE'RE HERE TO HELP: Due to high volume, we are unable to confirm receipt or provide status updates directly. For recruitment updates, please check your Personal Status Board and review our Frequently Asked Questions. If you have additional questions about the recruitment process, reach out to Sharon McIntosh at Sharon.McIntosh@ct.gov (Opens in a New Window). PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK) In the Department of Agriculture this class is accountable for assisting in the direction of a Bureau or a major program(s) within the Office of the Commissioner. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES - Assists in directing the staff and operations of a Bureau; - Assists in coordinating, planning and managing Bureau activities; - Assists in preparation of proposed legislation and regulations; - Interprets and administers pertinent laws; - Evaluates staff; - Assists in preparation of Bureau budget; - Maintains contacts with individuals within and outside of division who might impact on program activities; - Supervises registration and certification activities of a Bureau; - Assists in preparation of proposed legislation and regulations; - Speaks before lay and professional groups regarding department policy; - Prepares correspondence and reports; - Leads the recruitment and hiring of staff, including outreach, interview and selection; - Performs related duties as required. KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY - Considerable knowledge of relevant state and federal laws, statutes and regulations; - Knowledge of - and ability to apply management principles and practices; - relevant federal and state programs; - technology and research pertaining to the Bureau; - Considerable - interpersonal skills; - oral and written communications skills. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE - Eight (8) years of experience in one or any combination of the following: - enforcement of agriculture laws and regulations; - control of disease which affects the public or agriculture industry; - promotion of agricultural products; - administration of state and/or federal laws and regulations; - a combination of fiscal and/or administrative functions (e.g. budget management, grants administration, personnel). MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SPECIAL EXPERIENCE One (1) year of the General Experience must have been in a lead or supervisory/administrative capacity. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED - College training may be substituted for the General Experience on the basis of fifteen (15) semester hours equalling one-half (1/2) year of experience to a maximum of four years for a Bachelor's degree. - A Master's degree in a closely related field may be substituted for one (1) additional year of the General Experience. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS - Experience managing teams including strategic planning, identifying priorities, conducting performance evaluations, counseling or organization improvement initiatives - Experience developing or improving policies, procedures, or workflows using data-driven decision-making - Experience collaborating with internal and external stakeholders, including farmers, food hubs, municipalities, nonprofits, and government agencies - Experience administering grants through solicitation, scoring, award, compliance, and closeout with data-driven outcomes - Experience managing projects related to production agriculture, market access, or agribusiness development Conclusion AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.

Title: Supervising Air Pollution Control Engineer - #260422-6326EE-001 Location: Hartford United States Salary$89,469 - $128,756/year Job Description: Introduction At the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection, we are dedicated to conserving, improving and protecting our natural resources and the environment- and increasing the availability of cheaper, cleaner and more reliable energy. The Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) is looking to hire a Supervising Air Pollution Control Engineer within the Bureau of Air Management (BAM) located in Hartford. Within the Bureau of Air Management, our mission is to protect human health, safety, and the environment and enhance the quality of life of the citizens of Connecticut by implementing regulatory programs and supporting policies to advance clean air and climate change objectives, advance radiation safety, and promote public health. The Bureau consists of four divisions: Planning & Standards, Engineering, Radiation, and Enforcement. WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU - Visit our State Employee Benefits Overview page to learn about our medical and dental insurance plans, sick/vacation/personal leave accruals, state holidays, tuition reimbursement and more! - Professional growth and development opportunities. - A healthy work/life balance to all employees. Our state has a lot to offer - from fun activities for all ages, to great food and shopping, to beautiful state parks and forests, to our diverse cultures and rich history. Connecticut is a great place to live! Learn more about Connecticut here. POSITION DETAILS This position will be located at DEEP Headquarters, at 79 Elm Street, Hartford, CT 06106, and will involve overseeing staff that work a hybrid schedule. This is a full-time, 35 hour per week, Monday-Friday position. The position may include opportunities for a hybrid schedule that includes telework. The candidate selected to fill this position will supervise the Field Enforcement Unit within the Enforcement Division of the Bureau of Air Management. The Field Enforcement Unit is responsible for inspecting and investigating stationary sources of air pollution to determine compliance with applicable state and federal air pollution laws. The incumbent will provide office- and field-based direction and leadership to the unit's staff; provide programmatic oversight of the unit's areas of responsibility; and develop new and strategic initiatives, processes, and workflows to advance the unit's objectives. The incumbent will work closely with the Enforcement Division's four other supervisors to ensure a cohesive approach to all compliance and enforcements matters. The incumbent will be responsible for ensuring the timeliness, quality, and technical integrity of the unit's work. The incumbent will likewise be responsible for supervising the unit's staff, both in the office and in the field, which will entail assigning job tasks, reviewing work products, providing training and other professional development opportunities, writing and presenting performance appraisals, and other relevant duties. The incumbent will liaise closely with Division and Bureau management on technical, policy, and administrative matters. This position will require frequent in-state travel in support of the unit's work, e.g., accompanying staff on field inspections and investigations. This position may require infrequent out-of-state travel for training and to attend regional and national work groups and conferences. For additional job responsibilities, please see the Examples of Duties section below. ABOUT US DEEP is charged with conserving, improving and protecting the natural resources and the environment of the state of Connecticut as well as making cheaper, cleaner and more reliable energy available for the people and businesses of the state. The agency is also committed to playing a positive role in rebuilding Connecticut's economy and creating jobs - and to fostering a sustainable and prosperous economic future for the state. For an inside look at what it's like to work as an employee for the State of Connecticut, please watch the video below! Selection Plan FOR ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING: Check out our Applicant Tips on How to Apply! Need more resources? Visit our Applicant Reference Library for additional support throughout the recruitment process. BEFORE YOU APPLY: - Meet 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. - Educational Credits: List your earned credits and degrees from accredited institutions accurately on your application. To receive educational credits towards qualification, the institution must be accredited. If the institution of higher learning is located outside of the U.S., you are responsible for providing documentation from a recognized USA accrediting service which specializes in determining foreign education equivalencies to the contact listed below. - Resume Policy: Per Public Act 21-69, resumes are not accepted during the initial application process. As the recruitment process progresses, candidates may be required to submit additional documentation to support their qualification(s) for this position. This documentation may include: a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the request and discretion of the hiring agency. - Preferred Shift/Location: Select all location(s) and shift(s) you are willing to work on your application. Failure to do so may result in not being considered for vacancies in that specific location or shift. - Timely Submission: All application materials must be received by the job posting deadline. You will be unable to make revisions once you officially submit your application to the State. Late submissions are rarely accepted, with exceptions only for documented events that incapacitate individuals during the entire duration of the job posting. Request exceptions by emailing DAS.SHRM@ct.gov. - Salary Calculations: For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from one of the three branches of state government (i.e., Executive, Legislative, Judicial) to the other. - Note: The only way to apply to this posting is via the 'Apply' or 'Apply Online' buttons on the official State of Connecticut Online Employment Center job posting. AFTER YOU APPLY: - Some email providers may experience delays or issues delivering messages. To avoid missing important updates - such as referral questionnaires or interview scheduling links - please check your Personal Status Board regularly. For added convenience, you can also enable text (SMS) notifications. To do this, log in to your Personal Status Board as select "Update My Contact Information." - Referral Questions: This posting may require completion of additional Referral Questions (RQs), which must be completed by the questionnaire's expiration date. If requested, RQs can be accessed via an email sent to you after the job close date or by visiting your JobAps Personal Status Board (Certification Questionnaires section). - Prepare For An Interview: Interviews are limited to those whose experience and training are most aligned with the role. To prepare, review this helpful Interview Preparation Guide to make the best impression! - Stay connected! Log in daily to your JobAps Personal Status Board to track your status and check email (including spam/junk folders) for updates and tasks. - The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class. - Note: This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules. Candidates who are offered and accept a position with the State of Connecticut are bound by the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State employees, available at www.ct.gov/ethics. QUESTIONS? WE'RE HERE TO HELP: Due to high volume, we are unable to confirm receipt or provide status updates directly. For recruitment updates, please check your Personal Status Board and review our Frequently Asked Questions. If you have additional questions about the recruitment process, reach out to Jake Ferrari at jake.ferrari@ct.gov. Join the State of Connecticut and take your next career step with confidence! PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK) In the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection this class is accountable for supervising a staff engaged in engineering studies related to air pollution control. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES Specific programmatic responsibilities and duties include but are not limited to: - Overseeing and providing leadership to the staff of the Field Enforcement Unit; - Coordinating the day-to-day functions of the Field Enforcement Unit - Assigning inspections and investigations to staf; - Reviewing inspection and investigation reports, providing revisions and feedback to staff as necessary; - Receiving and triaging public complaints, communicating with complainants; - Accompanying staff on field activities; - Maintaining emission monitoring equipment; - Organizing staff trainings; - Seeking out and providing staff with professional development and training opportunities; - Writing and presenting performance appraisals; - Communicating with members of the public and the regulated community in relation to air pollution control matters - Coordinating enforcement activities with other units, divisions, and bureaus within DEEP; - Presenting to community groups, industry groups, and associations of government environmental agencies on the regional and national levels. For general duties of this position, please see the Examples of Duties section in the Job Class Specification. KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY - Considerable knowledge of - relevant agency policies and procedures; - relevant state and federal laws, statutes, and regulations; - sources and types of air pollution methods of control; - Knowledge of - data collection and analysis and quality assurance techniques; - instrumentation and techniques for monitoring air pollution; - equipment design and operation of electronic telemetry, meteorological monitoring, and data handling equipment; - industrial, chemical, and mechanical processes; - engineering-related computer applications; - Considerable - interpersonal skills; - oral and written communications skills; - Ability to - evaluate cost-effectiveness of air pollution control equipment; - utilize computer software; - Supervisory ability. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE Eight (8) years of experience as an engineer or scientist in an air pollution control program or as an engineer or technician in the installation, operation, calibration, modification, maintenance and repair of chemical, mechanical, meteorological and electronics equipment and instruments including three (3) years of experience directly related to air pollution control. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SPECIAL EXPERIENCE One (1) year of the General Experience must have been working at the lead level in an air pollution control program. NOTE: For state employees this experience is interpreted at the level of an Environmental Protection Air Pollution Control Engineer 3. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED - College training in applied mathematics, biological or physical sciences, engineering, meteorology, public health or statistics may be substituted for the General Experience on the basis of fifteen (15) semester hours equalling one-half (1/2) year of experience to a maximum of four (4) years for a Bachelor's degree. - A Master's degree in applied mathematics, biological or physical sciences, engineering, meteorology, public health or statistics may be substituted for one (1) additional year of the General Experience. - One (1) year of experience as an Environmental Protection Air Pollution Control Engineer 3 may be substituted for the General and Special Experience. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS - Experience mentoring, training, and providing feedback to staff in the air pollution control field; - Experience evaluating stationary sources of air pollution to assess compliance with emission limits based in applicable regulatory programs, including New Source Review, New Source Performance Standards, and National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants; - Experience writing and reviewing technical reports documenting field observations relating to assessments of air pollution control systems; - Experience articulating and presenting on technical, regulatory, and policy matters pertaining to stationary source emissions to different audiences, in writing and verbally. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS - Incumbents in this class may be required to travel. - Incumbents in this class may be required to possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator's license. WORKING CONDITIONS Incumbents in this class may be exposed to some danger of injury or physical harm from on-site conditions and to some discomfort from year- round weather conditions.

Title: EP Supervising Air Pollution Control Engineer - #260424-6326EE-002 Location: Hartford United States Salary$89,469 - $128,756/year Job TypeOpen to the Public Introduction At the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection, we are dedicated to conserving, improving and protecting our natural resources and the environment- and increasing the availability of cheaper, cleaner and more reliable energy. The Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) is looking to hire a Supervising Air Pollution Control Engineer for the Attainment Planning Group (APG) within the Bureau of Air Management (BAM), located in Hartford, CT. WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU - Visit our State Employee Benefits Overview page to learn about our medical and dental insurance plans, sick/vacation/personal leave accruals, state holidays, tuition reimbursement and more! - Professional growth and development opportunities. - A healthy work/life balance to all employees. Our state has a lot to offer - from fun activities for all ages, to great food and shopping, to beautiful state parks and forests, to our diverse cultures and rich history. Connecticut is a great place to live! Learn more about Connecticut here. POSITION DETAILS This is a full-time, 35 hour per week, Monday-Friday position. The position is located at DEEP Headquarters, at 79 Elm Street, in Hartford, CT, and may include opportunities for a hybrid schedule that includes telework. The Attainment Planning Group (APG) is responsible for the following: - Implementing various aspects of the federal Clean Air Act, including the timely development of air quality attainment plans and other State Implementation Plans (SIPs) designed to demonstrate how emission reduction programs will ensure the State of Connecticut attains and maintains federal health-based national ambient air quality standards (NAAQS); - Jointly preparing and disseminating daily air quality forecasts for criteria pollutants based on knowledge of meteorology, atmospheric chemistry and emissions of air pollutants; - Analyzing and reviewing various air quality modeling outputs and satellite data used to support attainment demonstrations, interstate air pollution transport, air pollution episodes related to ozone and wildfire smoke and support compliance actions; and - Analyzing air monitoring data sets to support the goals of the Air Bureau. Specific duties of this position include: - Assist in formulating responsive policy options; provide technical consultation to local, regional, state, federal officials, and the public; - Participate on technical committees of DEEP, SIPRAC, EPA, NESCAUM, MARAMA, OTC, MANE-VU, NACAA and other technical organizations; - Prepare and review technical publications and guidelines; review and recommend web postings of Air Bureau technical materials; - Ensure air quality forecasts are issued daily and develop associated email and press release communications as needed; - May testify at public hearings; and - Perform related duties as required. For general position duties, please see the "Examples of Duties" section below. ABOUT US DEEP is charged with conserving, improving and protecting the natural resources and the environment of the state of Connecticut as well as making cheaper, cleaner and more reliable energy available for the people and businesses of the state. The agency is also committed to playing a positive role in rebuilding Connecticut&rsquo;s economy and creating jobs &ndash; and to fostering a sustainable and prosperous economic future for the state. For an inside look at what it's like to work as an employee for the State of Connecticut, please watch the video below! PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK) In the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection this class is accountable for supervising a staff engaged in engineering studies related to air pollution control. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES - Schedules, assigns, oversees, and reviews the work of staff; - Provides staff training and assistance; - Conducts performance evaluations; - Determines priorities and plans unit work; - Establishes and maintains unit procedures; - Develops or makes recommendations on the development of policies and standards; - Acts as liaison with other operating units, agencies, and outside officials regarding unit policies and procedures; - Prepares reports and correspondence; - Supervises and performs complex engineering review and analysis of plans and specifications for establishment of new or modified stationary or mobile sources which affect air quality; - Supervises engineering studies of effectiveness of air pollution control equipment and instruments; - Develops recommendations, including regulations, for improvement; - Supervises preparation of reports on types, concentrations, and dangers of source emissions; - Supervises compilation of data and preparation of exhibits/presentations; - Supervises, recommends, and performs the preparation of administrative and judicial remedies for resolving noncompliance; - Supervises preparation of noncompliance penalties; - Plans and supervises installation, operation, calibration, maintenance, and repair of air sampling, meteorological, and related telemetry and data processing equipment; - Supervises siting of air sampling and meteorological instruments; - Supervises staff involved in development, maintenance, use, and modification of air pollution program-related computer models; - Supervises source testing and review/analysis of source testing plans and data; - Supervises the review of modeling results; - Plans and supervises quality assurance programs for air pollution and related instruments and data; - Plans and supervises continuous emission monitoring activities; - Supervises on-site inspections of air pollution sources to determine nature/magnitude of emissions and status of compliance; - Supervises investigations of complaints from the public; - Represents Air Compliance Unit at meetings and conferences; - May testify in hearings and court cases; - Performs related duties as required. KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY - Considerable knowledge of - relevant agency policies and procedures; - relevant state and federal laws, statutes, and regulations; - sources and types of air pollution methods of control; - Knowledge of - data collection and analysis and quality assurance techniques; - instrumentation and techniques for monitoring air pollution; - equipment design and operation of electronic telemetry, meteorological monitoring, and data handling equipment; - industrial, chemical, and mechanical processes; - engineering-related computer applications; - Considerable - interpersonal skills; - oral and written communications skills; - Ability to - evaluate cost-effectiveness of air pollution control equipment; - utilize computer software; - Supervisory ability. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE Eight (8) years of experience as an engineer or scientist in an air pollution control program or as an engineer or technician in the installation, operation, calibration, modification, maintenance and repair of chemical, mechanical, meteorological and electronics equipment and instruments including three (3) years of experience directly related to air pollution control. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SPECIAL EXPERIENCE One (1) year of the General Experience must have been working at the lead level in an air pollution control program. NOTE: For state employees this experience is interpreted at the level of an Environmental Protection Air Pollution Control Engineer 3. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED - College training in applied mathematics, biological or physical sciences, engineering, meteorology, public health or statistics may be substituted for the General Experience on the basis of fifteen (15) semester hours equalling one-half (1/2) year of experience to a maximum of four (4) years for a Bachelor's degree. - A Master's degree in applied mathematics, biological or physical sciences, engineering, meteorology, public health or statistics may be substituted for one (1) additional year of the General Experience. - One (1) year of experience as an Environmental Protection Air Pollution Control Engineer 3 may be substituted for the General and Special Experience. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS - Experience communicating technical information including air quality forecasts and alerts, both verbally and in writing, to technical and non-technical audiences; - Experience supervising staff, identifying resource constraints and developing innovative strategies to address them; - Experience working independently and determining when to make independent decisions or seek management guidance; - Experience working with the Environmental Protection Agency&rsquo;s (EPA) national ambient air quality standards (NAAQS) process for criteria air pollutants, including the timeframes by which Connecticut is required respond to revised NAAQS; - Experience developing State Implementation Plans (SIPs) and air quality planning documents; - Experience developing or using emissions inventories or budgets in air quality planning; - Experience working with photochemical grid modeling outputs and the process by which these modeling outputs are developed and modified for use in attainment demonstration plans; - Experience reading, interpreting, analyzing and applying federal and state law and federal case law; - Experience evaluating work practices and developing new procedures to increase efficiency and quality of service; - Experience meeting deadlines while managing competing priorities. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS - Incumbents in this class may be required to travel. - Incumbents in this class may be required to possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator&rsquo;s license. WORKING CONDITIONS Incumbents in this class may be exposed to some danger of injury or physical harm from on-site conditions and to some discomfort from year- round weather conditions. Conclusion AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.

Title: Fiscal/Administrative Officer (Durational) (Hybrid) - #260415-1308AR-001 Hybrid Recruitment #260415-1308AR-001 Location Hartford, CT Salary $78,296 - $101,215/year (New State employees start at the minimum of the range.) Job Type Open to the Public Job Description: Introduction Do you have six (6) years of experience in a combination of fiscal/administrative functions (e.g., accounting, accounts examining, budget management, grant administration, payroll, purchasing) at least one of which must be an accounting or budgeting function? If so, we welcome you to consider the Durational Fiscal Administrative Officer positions below! The State of Connecticut, Department of Social Services (DSS) - is accepting applications for two (2) Durational Fiscal Administrative Officer positions located in Hartford, CT. We are seeking two enthusiastic, detail-oriented Fiscal Administrative Officers to support the fiscal and administrative management of a major federal grant focused on advancing rural health transformation in Connecticut. These positions play a critical role in ensuring grant funds are administered responsibly, purchases and expenditures align with approved budgets and program goals, and financial reporting and contract compliance requirements are met. Please Note: This position is durational and will terminate at the end of the RHTP grant spending period (October 30, 2030, but depending on available RHTP funds and business needs, may be extended by up to 11 months, no later than September 30, 2031), unless funding for this position ends sooner. The ideal candidate is motivated by public service, enjoys working within a range of fiscal and administrative functions, and takes pride in maintaining strong fiscal controls and accurate reporting. This role offers the opportunity to work collaboratively with internal fiscal and program staff, as well as partner agencies, while contributing to high-impact initiatives that improve access to care and health outcomes for communities across the state. Candidates with experience in federal grant accounting, budget management, and financial compliance are strongly encouraged to apply. Position Highlights: - Location: Hartford, CT - This is a Durational position. Please see note above. - Full-time | Hybrid - 1st Shift | 40 Hours per week | Monday - Friday - Telework is available consistent with State of Connecticut Telework policy. What we can offer you: - View our State Employee Benefits Overview page! - Professional growth and paid professional development opportunities. - A healthy work-life balance to all employees! - The State of Connecticut is an eligible Public Service Loan Forgiveness employer, meaning you may be eligible to have qualifying student loans forgiven after 10 years of service. Click here for more information. About the Department of Social Services: The State of Connecticut, Department of Social Services (DSS) delivers and funds a wide range of programs and services as Connecticut's multi-faceted health and human services agency. DSS services about 1 million residents of all ages in all 169 Connecticut cities and towns. We support the basic needs of children, families, older and other adults, including persons with disabilities. Services are delivered through 12 field offices, central administration, online and phone access options. Follow us on twitter @ctdss and see what we are all about! Career progression within the State of Connecticut: starting with Fiscal Administrative Assistant advancing to Fiscal Administrative Officer, Associate Fiscal Administrative Officer, and ending at Fiscal Administrative Supervisor. Selection Plan FOR ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING: Check out our Applicant Tips on How to Apply! Need more resources? Visit our Applicant Reference Library for additional support throughout the recruitment process. BEFORE YOU APPLY: - Meet 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. - Educational Credits: List your earned credits and degrees from accredited institutions accurately on your application. To receive educational credits towards qualification, the institution must be accredited. If the institution of higher learning is located outside of the U.S., you are responsible for providing documentation from a recognized USA accrediting service which specializes in determining foreign education equivalencies to the contact listed below. - Resume Policy: Per Public Act 21-69, resumes are not accepted during the initial application process. As the recruitment process progresses, candidates may be required to submit additional documentation to support their qualification(s) for this position. This documentation may include: a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the request and discretion of the hiring agency. - Preferred Shift/Location: Select all location(s) and shift(s) you are willing to work on your application. Failure to do so may result in not being considered for vacancies in that specific location or shift. - Timely Submission: All application materials must be received by the job posting deadline. You will be unable to make revisions once you officially submit your application to the State. Late submissions are rarely accepted, with exceptions only for documented events that incapacitate individuals during the entire duration of the job posting. Request exceptions by emailing. - Salary Calculations: For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from one of the three branches of state government (i.e., Executive, Legislative, Judicial) to the other. - Note: The only way to apply to this posting is via the 'Apply' or 'Apply Online' buttons on the official State of Connecticut Online Employment Center job posting. AFTER YOU APPLY: - Some email providers may experience delays or issues delivering messages. To avoid missing important updates-such as referral questionnaires or interview scheduling links-please check your Personal Status Board regularly. For added convenience, you can also enable text (SMS) notifications. To do this, log in to your Personal Status Board and select "Update My Contact Information." - Referral Questions: This posting may require completion of additional Referral Questions (RQs), which must be completed by the questionnaire's expiration date. If requested, RQs can be accessed via an email sent to you after the job close date or by visiting your JobAps Personal Status Board (Certification Questionnaires section). - Prepare For An Interview: Interviews are limited to those whose experience and training are most aligned with the role. To prepare, review this helpful Interview Preparation Guide to make the best impression! - Stay connected! Log in daily to your JobAps Personal Status Board to track your status and check email (including spam/junk folders) for updates and tasks. - The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class. - Note: This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules. Candidates who are offered and accept a position with the State of Connecticut are bound by the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State employees, available at www.ct.gov/ethics. QUESTIONS? WE'RE HERE TO HELP: Due to high volume, we are unable to confirm receipt or provide status updates directly. For recruitment updates, please check your Personal Status Board and review our Frequently Asked Questions. If you have additional questions about the recruitment process, reach out to Rocky Young. PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK) In a state agency, facility or institution this class is accountable for independently performing a full range of tasks in professional level fiscal and administrative functions. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES - Performs a variety of professional fiscal and administrative functions; - Assists head of fiscal/administrative operations, division head or agency head in budget preparation by compiling and consolidating data and projecting expenditures; - Maintains budget control by reviewing and authorizing expenditures and monitoring expenditures against appropriations and allotments; - Prepares budget reports; - Prepares various financial statements and statistical or narrative fiscal/administrative reports; - Assists in planning and implementation of financial aspects of EDP systems; - Utilizes EDP systems for financial records, reports and analyses; - Prepares or reviews grant budgets and other fiscal portions of grant applications; - Provides technical assistance to grantees regarding accounting procedures; - Reviews various contracts, financial documents and financial reports to ensure compliance with grant requirements; - Exercises functional supervision over a variety of clerical fiscal/administrative activities such as maintenance of accounting records, payroll preparation, preparation and processing of purchase requisitions, grant and contract record keeping; - Performs technical purchasing tasks such as soliciting bids and recommending contract awards; - Assists in formulation of policies and procedures relating to area(s) of responsibility and implementation of such policies and procedures; - Acts as liaison with agency central fiscal and administrative office(s) and/or central state agencies; - May supervise support services such as stores, inventory, mailroom, security or maintenance; - Performs related duties as required. KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY - Knowledge of - principles and practices of public administration with special reference to governmental budget management and governmental accounting; - grants and contracts preparation and administration; - purchasing principles and procedures; - payroll practices and procedures; - Skills - interpersonal skills; - oral and written communication skills; - Ability to - prepare and analyze financial documents and reports; - interpret and apply statutes, regulations and administrative policies; - utilize EDP systems for financial management. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE Six (6) years of experience in a combination of fiscal/administrative functions (e.g., accounting, accounts examining, budget management, grant administration, payroll, purchasing) at least one of which must be an accounting or budgeting function.* MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SPECIAL EXPERIENCE Two (2) years of the General Experience must have been at or above the paraprofessional level, requiring the exercise of some independent judgment in the application of basic principles and procedures in accounting, budgeting, purchasing or related fiscal administration functions. NOTE: Connecticut Careers Trainee experience (target Fiscal/Administrative Officer or closely related class) is at the professional training level and above the paraprofessional level. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED - College training may be substituted for the General Experience on the basis of fifteen (15) semester hours equalling one-half (l/2) year of experience to a maximum of four (4) years for a Bachelor's degree. - A Master's degree in public administration, business administration or accounting may be substituted for one (1) year of the Special Experience. - For state employees two (2) years as a Fiscal/Administrative Assistant may be substituted for the General and Special Experience. - For state employees two (2) years as a Purchasing Assistant may be substituted for the General and Special Experience. - Successful completion of a Connecticut Careers Trainee program approved by the Department of Administrative Services may be substituted for the General Experience and Special Experience. - Descriptions of these fiscal/administrative functions are attached PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS - Experience monitoring, and reconciling grant budgets, and ensuring alignment with approved funding and program requirements. - Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel for budget tracking and financial reporting. - Experience working with contract language and MOAs, particularly within human services or health-related programs. - Experience using Core-CT financials or a similar EDP system. - Experience supporting the development, issuance, review and closing of procurement processes, including competitive solicitations and related documentation. - Experience reviewing contracts, financial documents and financial reports to ensure compliance with federal grant requirements. - Experience facilitating and supporting the preparation, review, and administration of grant applications and grant agreements. Conclusion AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.

Title: Fiscal/Administrative Assistant (Hybrid) - #260330-1317AR-001 Location: Hartford United States Hybrid Recruitment #260330-1317AR-001 Salary $65,979 - $83,953/year Job Type Open to Statewide Employees Job Description: Introduction The State of Connecticut, Department of Aging and Disability Services (ADS), is seeking qualified individuals to join our team as a Fiscal/Administrative Assistant within our Bureau of Organizational Support. Discover an exciting opportunity to deliver a wide range of fiscal services for our Department. Explore further details about these rewarding positions below! POSITION HIGHLIGHTS: - Schedule: Full-time, Monday - Friday, 40 hours/week - Shift: First Shift, 8:00am to 4:30pm - Reporting Location: 55 Farmington Ave, Hartford, CT Once training is successfully completed, a hybrid schedule (combination of in-office and telework) will be available based on business needs, in accordance with the Telework Policy. WHAT WE OFFER: As a State of Connecticut employee, we offer the same competitive benefits which you are accustomed. - Visit our new State Employee Benefits Overview page! - Professional growth and development opportunities. - A healthy work/life balance to all employees. WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING: - Managing daily deposits and accounts receivables - Assisting Fiscal Administrative Officers and Associate Accountants with purchasing, physical inventory, telecommunication system administration, and contracts administration - Assisting with Auditing payroll, benefits, and attendance records. Including Calculating payouts, retroactive payments, and other adjustments - Communicating with internal and external customers, sister agencies, and vendors on invoicing and purchasing issues - Supporting storeroom clerk and storeroom - Running canned reports and public queries in CORE CT - Working independently, adapting to shifting priorities, and solving problems in a fast-paced environment MORE ABOUT THE AGENCY AND BUREAU: The Mission of the Department of Aging and Disability Services (ADS) is to maximize opportunities for the independence and well-being of people with disabilities and older adults in Connecticut. Our programs, policies and practices are designed to: - Deliver aging and disability services responsive to the needs of Connecticut citizens - Provide leadership on aging and disability issues statewide - Provide and coordinate aging and disability programs and services in the areas of employment, education, independent living, accessibility and advocacy - Advocate for the rights of Connecticut residents with disabilities and older adults - Serve as a resource on aging and disability issues at the state level Start with us. Stay with us. Grow with us. Selection Plan FOR ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING: Check out our Applicant Tips on How to Apply! Need more resources? Visit our Applicant Toolkit for additional support throughout the recruitment process. BEFORE YOU APPLY: - Meet 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. - Educational Credits: List your earned credits and degrees from accredited institutions accurately on your application. To receive educational credits towards qualification, the institution must be accredited. If the institution of higher learning is located outside of the U.S., you are responsible for providing documentation from a recognized USA accrediting service which specializes in determining foreign education equivalencies to the contact listed below by the closing date listed on the job posting. - Resume Policy: Per Public Act 21-69, resumes are not accepted during the initial application process. As the recruitment process progresses, candidates may be required to submit additional documentation to support their qualification(s) for this position. This documentation may include: a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the request and discretion of the hiring agency. - Preferred Shift/Location: Select all location(s) and shift(s) you are willing to work on your application. Failure to do so may result in not being considered for vacancies in that specific location or shift. - Timely Submission: All application materials must be received by the job posting deadline. You will be unable to make revisions once you officially submit your application to the State. Late submissions are rarely accepted, with exceptions only for documented events that incapacitate individuals during the entire duration of the job posting. Request exceptions by emailing DAS.SHRM@ct.gov. - Salary Calculations: For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from one of the three branches of state government (i.e., Executive, Legislative, Judicial) to the other. - Note: The only way to apply to this posting is via the 'Apply' or 'Apply Online' buttons on the official State of Connecticut Online Employment Center job posting. AFTER YOU APPLY: - Some email providers may experience delays or issues delivering messages. To avoid missing important updates-such as referral questionnaires or interview scheduling links-please check your Personal Status Board regularly. - For added convenience, you can also enable text (SMS) notifications. To do this, log in to your Personal Status Board and select "Update My Contact Information." - Referral Questions: This posting may require completion of additional Referral Questions (RQs), which must be completed by the questionnaire's expiration date. If requested, RQs can be accessed via an email sent to you after the job close date or by visiting your JobAps Personal Status Board (Certification Questionnaires section). - Prepare For An Interview: Interviews are limited to those whose experience and training are most aligned with the role. To prepare, review this helpful Interview Preparation Guide to make the best impression! - Stay connected! Log in daily to your JobAps Personal Status Board to track your status and check email (including spam/junk folders) for updates and tasks. - The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class. - Note: This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules. Candidates who are offered and accept a position with the State of Connecticut are bound by the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State employees, available at www.ct.gov/ethics. QUESTIONS? WE'RE HERE TO HELP: Due to high volume, we are unable to confirm receipt or provide status updates directly. For recruitment updates, please check your Personal Status Board and review our Frequently Asked Questions. If you have additional questions about the recruitment process, reach out to Joseph K. Fried at Joseph.Fried@ct.gov. Join the State of Connecticut and take your next career step with confidence! PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK) In a state agency, facility or institution this class is accountable for performing a combination of basic paraprofessional work, and highly complex clerical work in fiscal and administrative functions. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES - Performs paraprofessional level work in fiscal and administrative activities; - Independently performs bookkeeping and basic accounting activities such as maintaining, balancing, and reconciling an interrelated group of accounts; - Independently accountable for an accounts receivable or accounts payable process including varied and complex procedures and activities; - Prepares simple financial statements and assists in preparation of complex financial statements; - Calculates rates involving complex arithmetical formulas; - Gathers and consolidates payroll and expenditure data for budget preparation; - Ensures that expenditures plus encumbrances are within appropriation limits; - Reviews routine expenditures for compliance with itemized budgets; - Utilizes EDP systems for financial records and reports; - Independently performs purchasing functions including preparing and processing purchase orders and requisitions, authorizing routine purchase orders, and preparing requests for proposals; - Independently prepares renewal or new contracts based on awards; - Ensures that routine payments are in compliance with contract provisions; - Performs related duties as required. KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY - Knowledge of - bookkeeping, financial record keeping and basic governmental accounting principles and practices; - basic procedures of budget preparation and control; - payroll procedures, purchasing procedures and contract preparation; - Skills - interpersonal skills; - oral and written communication skills; - Considerable ability in arithmetic computations; - Ability to - audit financial documents; - understand and apply statutes and regulations; - utilize EDP systems for financial management. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE Four (4) years of experience in complex clerical work in one or more fiscal/administrative functions such as accounting, accounts examining, budget management, grant administration, payroll, or purchasing. NOTE: Complex clerical work is defined as generally routine fiscal/ administrative work, such as financial record keeping or examining, bookkeeping, requisitioning or payroll preparation at or above the level of Financial Clerk. Descriptions of these fiscal/administrative functions are attached MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED - College training may be substituted for the General Experience on the basis of fifteen (15) semester hours equalling one-half (1/2) year of experience to a maximum of two (2) years. - One (1) year as a Pre-Professional Trainee in fiscal/administrative work may be substituted for the General Experience. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS - Experience with financial records utilizing government accounting principles. - Experience with payroll processing, purchasing, physical inventory control and contract administration in a fiscal environment. - Experience with accounts receivable processes. - Experience administering and utilizing the State of CT Softeligent Telecommunications Software. - Experience using financial modules and reports in Core CT. - Experience communicating with internal and external stakeholders regarding financial matters. - Experience using Microsoft Office applications, including Teams, Outlook, Word, and Excel in a fiscal environment. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Persons having responsibility for supervising or observing the behavior of inmates or custodial individuals will be required to possess a high school diploma or General Educational Development (G.E.D.) certification by the time of permanent appointment. Conclusion AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.

Title: Fiscal - Administrative Assistant Location: Wethersfield United States Salary$65,979 - $83,953/year Job TypeOpen to Statewide Employees Job Description: Introduction Are you looking to grow your career within the State of Connecticut? If so, take a look at this great opportunity open to statewide employees below! The Department of Correction (DOC) is seeking two Fiscal/Administrative Assistants to work within the Fiscal Services Division of the Central Office, supporting the Asset Management and Central Services Units located in Wethersfield, Connecticut. POSITION HIGHLIGHTS</p> - These positions are full-time on first shift, 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday. - A hybrid (telework) schedule may be available after the completion of the working test period. - This recruitment will be used to create a larger pool of candidates for future positions as they become available in other Fiscal units within the department. - Please see EXAMPLES OF DUTIES below for more information. ABOUT US The Connecticut Department of Correction is a diverse agency with a wide variety of employees from Correction Officers, to Educators, to Managers and Skilled Professionals. We value differences that make us stronger as a team and support our mission statement. The Connecticut Department of Correction (DOC) is the agency responsible for corrections in the U.S. state of Connecticut. The agency operates 13 correctional facilities. It has its headquarters in Wethersfield. The DOC protects public safety by ensuring offenders serve their sentences of imprisonments in facilities that are safe, human, and provide re-entry programming. The State of Connecticut, Department of Correction is a unified system; all sentenced and un-sentenced offenders are supervised by the DOC. The Department also provides supervision for offenders on parole, community release, and other discretionary release programs. Selection Plan FOR ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING Check out our Applicant Tips on How to Apply! Need more resources? Visit our Applicant Reference Library for additional support throughout the recruitment process. BEFORE YOU APPLY - Meet 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. - Educational Credits: List your earned credits and degrees from accredited institutions accurately on your application. To receive educational credits towards qualification, the institution must be accredited. If the institution of higher learning is located outside of the U.S., you are responsible for providing documentation from a recognized USA accrediting service which specializes in determining foreign education equivalencies to the contact listed below. - Resume Policy: Per Public Act 21-69, resumes are not accepted during the initial application process. As the recruitment process progresses, candidates may be required to submit additional documentation to support their qualification(s) for this position. This documentation may include: a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the request and discretion of the hiring agency. - Preferred Shift/Location: Select all location(s) and shift(s) you are willing to work on your application. Failure to do so may result in not being considered for vacancies in that specific location or shift. - Timely Submission: All application materials must be received by the job posting deadline. You will be unable to make revisions once you officially submit your application to the State. Late submissions are rarely accepted, with exceptions only for documented events that incapacitate individuals during the entire duration of the job posting. Request exceptions by emailing DAS.SHRM@ct.gov. - Salary Calculations: For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from one of the three branches of state government (i.e., Executive, Legislative, Judicial) to the other. - Note: The only way to apply to this posting is via the 'Apply' or 'Apply Online' buttons on the official State of Connecticut Online Employment Center job posting. AFTER YOU APPLY: - Some email providers may experience delays or issues delivering messages. To avoid missing important updates-such as referral questionnaires or interview scheduling links-please check your Personal Status Board regularly. - For added convenience, you can also enable text (SMS) notifications. To do this, log in to your Personal Status Board and select "Update My Contact Information." - Referral Questions: This posting may require completion of additional Referral Questions (RQs), which must be completed by the questionnaire's expiration date. If requested, RQs can be accessed via an email sent to you after the job close date or by visiting your JobAps Personal Status Board (Certification Questionnaires section). - Prepare For An Interview: Interviews are limited to those whose experience and training are most aligned with the role. To prepare, review this helpful Interview Preparation Guide to make the best impression! - Stay connected! Log in daily to your JobAps Personal Status Board to track your status and check email (including spam/junk folders) for updates and tasks. - The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class. - Note: This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules. Candidates who are offered and accept a position with the State of Connecticut are bound by the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State employees, available at www.ct.gov/ethics. QUESTIONS? WE'RE HERE TO HELP Due to high volume, we are unable to confirm receipt or provide status updates directly. For recruitment updates, please check your Personal Status Board and review our Frequently Asked Questions. If you have additional questions about the recruitment process, reach out to Ben Beaudry at Benjamin.Beaudry@ct.gov. Join the State of Connecticut and take your next career step with confidence! PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK) In a state agency, facility or institution this class is accountable for performing a combination of basic paraprofessional work, and highly complex clerical work in fiscal and administrative functions. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES - Performs paraprofessional level work in fiscal and administrative activities; - Independently performs bookkeeping and basic accounting activities such as maintaining, balancing, and reconciling an interrelated group of accounts; - Independently accountable for an accounts receivable or accounts payable process including varied and complex procedures and activities; - Prepares simple financial statements and assists in preparation of complex financial statements; - Calculates rates involving complex arithmetical formulas; - Gathers and consolidates payroll and expenditure data for budget preparation; - Ensures that expenditures plus encumbrances are within appropriation limits; - Reviews routine expenditures for compliance with itemized budgets; - Utilizes EDP systems for financial records and reports; - Independently performs purchasing functions including preparing and processing purchase orders and requisitions, authorizing routine purchase orders, and preparing requests for proposals; - Independently prepares renewal or new contracts based on awards; - Ensures that routine payments are in compliance with contract provisions; - Performs related duties as required. KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY - Knowledge of - bookkeeping, financial record keeping and basic governmental accounting principles and practices; - basic procedures of budget preparation and control; - payroll procedures, purchasing procedures and contract preparation; - Skills - interpersonal skills; - oral and written communication skills; - Considerable ability in arithmetic computations; - Ability to - audit financial documents; - understand and apply statutes and regulations; - utilize EDP systems for financial management. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE Four (4) years of experience in complex clerical work in one or more fiscal/administrative functions such as accounting, accounts examining, budget management, grant administration, payroll, or purchasing. NOTE: Complex clerical work is defined as generally routine fiscal/ administrative work, such as financial record keeping or examining, bookkeeping, requisitioning or payroll preparation at or above the level of Financial Clerk. Descriptions of these fiscal/administrative functions are attached MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED - College training may be substituted for the General Experience on the basis of fifteen (15) semester hours equalling one-half (1/2) year of experience to a maximum of two (2) years. - One (1) year as a Pre-Professional Trainee in fiscal/administrative work may be substituted for the General Experience. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS - Experience working in Asset Management and have experience with State requirements for annual inventories, surplus/disposal and related reporting; - Experience working in Support Services, including state related travel, reimbursements, motor pool and telecommunication services; - Experience with state vehicles and DAS Fleetwave; - Experience with Microsoft Excel, including the creation and maintenance of formulas, pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, and multi sheet workbooks, along with proficiency in Microsoft Word and Teams; - Experience with various CORE-CT financial modules, specifically Asset Management, eProcurement/Purchasing, Accounts Payable and EPM/Stars reporting; - Experience working independently and demonstrate good problem-solving skills and be able to adapt to changing work priorities and deadlines; - Experience providing guidance to staff on travel, reimbursements, or purchasing procedures and collaborating with internal and external stakeholders. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Persons having responsibility for supervising or observing the behavior of inmates or custodial individuals will be required to possess a high school diploma or General Educational Development (G.E.D.) certification by the time of permanent appointment. Conclusion AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.

Title: Assistant Accountant - #260312-5140AR-001 Location: Hartford United States Salary$65,979* - $83,953/year (*new state employees start at minimum of the pay plan) Job TypeOpen to the Public Job Description: Introduction The State of Connecticut, Office of the State Comptroller (OSC) is seeking a detail-driven and solutions-oriented Assistant Accountant to support the Tuition and Travel Unit in the Active and Pension Payroll Services Division. This position offers the opportunity to apply accounting and analytical skills to manage travel and tuition reimbursements, process payroll garnishments, and help ensure the accuracy and integrity of statewide financial operations. WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU - View our State Employee Benefits Overview page! - Opportunities to invest in your professional growth and development with training programs, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities for advancement within the State of Connecticut. - Connecticut is a strong community with a lot to offer in entertainment, food and shopping, recreation in our beautiful state parks and forests, diverse culture, and rich history. Learn more about all Connecticut has to offer. POSITION HIGHLIGHTS</p> - Full-Time, 40 hours per week - Monday through Friday - Location: 165 Capitol Avenue, Hartford, CT 06106 - Hybrid (office/telework) may be available THIS JOB IS FOR YOU IF - You enjoy working with financial data and ensuring transactions, calculations, and documentation are compliance with policies and regulations. - You are highly organized and able to manage multiple processes at once, balancing a variety of financial transactions and recordkeeping in a fast-paced environment. - You are a problem solver who likes investigating discrepancies, analyzing financial records, and working with others to resolve issues. - You communicate effectively and collaborate with others, helping employees and agency staff understand processes and policies. DISCOVER THE OPPORTUNITY TO - Process travel and tuition reimbursement requests, including reviewing supporting documentation for completeness and compliance with state policies; - Prepare and record accounting entries related to travel and tuition reimbursements; - Process garnishments for active employees, ensuring calculations and deductions comply with applicable statutes and regulations; - Review financial transactions for accuracy, proper account coding, and policy compliance; - Maintain records and documentation related to reimbursement transactions and payroll deductions; - Communicate with agency staff, employees, and other stakeholders to resolve discrepancies or obtain required documentation; - Assist with multiple payroll and reimbursement processes within the Tuition and Travel Unit. BEFORE YOU APPLY - Meet 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. - Educational Credits: List your earned credits and degrees from accredited institutions accurately on your application. To receive educational credits towards qualification, the institution must be accredited. If the institution of higher learning is located outside of the U.S., you are responsible for providing documentation from a recognized USA accrediting service which specializes in determining foreign education equivalencies to the contact listed below by the closing date listed on the job posting. - Resume Policy: Per Public Act 21-69, resumes are not accepted during the initial application process. As the recruitment process progresses, candidates may be required to submit additional documentation to support their qualification(s) for this position. This documentation may include: a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the request and discretion of the hiring agency. - Preferred Shift/Location: Select all location(s) and shift(s) you are willing to work on your application. Failure to do so may result in not being considered for vacancies in that specific location or shift. - Timely Submission: All application materials must be received by the job posting deadline. You will be unable to make revisions once you officially submit your application to the State. Late submissions are rarely accepted, with exceptions only for documented events that incapacitate individuals during the entire duration of the job posting. Request exceptions by emailing DAS.SHRM@ct.gov. - Salary Calculations: For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from one of the three branches of state government (i.e., Executive, Legislative, Judicial) to the other. - Note: The only way to apply to this posting is via the 'Apply' or 'Apply Online' buttons on the official State of Connecticut Online Employment Center job posting. PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK) In a state agency this class is accountable for performing a combination of a full range of basic professional and highly complex clerical work in accounting or financial examination work. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES - Maintains an interrelated group of accounts including classifying and recording transactions, taking trial balances and reconciling accounts; - Prepares simple financial statements; - Assists in preparation of complex financial statements; - Examines financial documents to ensure accuracy and conformance with requirements by reviewing related records, provisions and/or regulations; - Maintains accounts receivable including preparing and processing billings, maintaining related accounts, managing accounts receivable, making and recording adjustments, cancellations or remissions and computing interest due and penalties; - Calculates rates involving complex arithmetical formulas; - Responsible for accounts payable including maintaining disbursement records, distributing charges to proper accounts, encumbering appropriation accounts for purchase orders, authorizing routine expenditures, auditing invoices or payments for accuracy and compliance with state regulations; - Gathers and consolidates payroll and expenditure data to facilitate budget preparation; - Ensures expenditures plus encumbrances are within appropriation limits; - Ensures routine payments are in compliance with contract provisions; - Performs related duties as required. KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY - Knowledge of - bookkeeping and financial record keeping principles and practices; - basic governmental accounting principles and practices including general accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable and budget control; - Skills - interpersonal skills; - oral and written communication skills; - Considerable - arithmetical ability; - auditing ability; - Ability to - understand and apply statutes and regulations; - utilize electronic data processing (EDP) systems for financial information. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE Four (4) years of experience in complex clerical accounting or financial examining work. Complex clerical accounting or examining work is interpreted as independent responsibility for generally routine bookkeeping, financial record keeping or financial record examining at the level of a Financial Clerk. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED - College training may be substituted for the General Experience on the basis of fifteen (15) semester hours equalling one-half (1/2) year of experience to a maximum of two (2) years. - One (1) year as a Pre-Professional Trainee in an accounting class may be substituted for the General Experience. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS - Associate degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field. - Experience processing accounting or financial transactions such as travel and expense reimbursements, tuition reimbursements, wage garnishments, or accounts payable. - Experience using Microsoft Excel to analyze or manage financial data, including functions such as VLOOKUP, pivot tables, macros, and data analysis tools. - Experience writing and executing SQL queries to extract, analyze, or report financial or payroll data. - Experience reviewing financial records or reimbursement requests to identify discrepancies and reconcile or resolve errors. - Experience applying policies or guidelines related to travel reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, payroll deductions, or other financial transactions. - Experience communicating financial or reimbursement information to employees, vendors, or agency staff through written correspondence and/or verbal interaction.