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<h4>Introduction</h4> Do you have experience &nbsp;operating a ferry vessel or other motor driven vessel? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you! The&nbsp;State of Connecticut,Department of Transportation&nbsp;(DOT)is accepting applications for a Ferry Captain position in the Bureau of Public Transportation.&nbsp; WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU <ul><li>Visit our&nbsp;newState Employee Benefits Overview&nbsp;page!&nbsp;</li><li>A healthy&nbsp;work-life balance&nbsp;to all employees</li><li>Professional growth and development opportunities</li><li>The opportunity to work for a Forbes top company -&nbsp;‘Forbes’:&nbsp;State of Connecticut Ranked One of the Best Employers of 2023&nbsp;- State of CT Receives National Recognition for Offering Job Growth, Competitive Benefits, and Flexible Schedule</li><li>Join an&nbsp;award-winning agency! CTDOT has been recently awarded the Employer of the Year award by the Connecticut Society of Civil Engineers&nbsp;(CSCE)&nbsp;and named the Women’s Transportation Seminar&nbsp;(WTS)&nbsp;CT Employer of the Year for 2024.</li></ul> POSITION HIGHLIGHTS <ul><li>Full Time, 40 hours per week&nbsp;working either the AM shift or the PM shift&nbsp;</li><li>The ferries operate from 7:00 a.m. to 6:45 p.m. weekdays and from 10:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. weekends</li><li>NP-2&nbsp; bargaining unit</li><li>Location:&nbsp;Rocky Hill-Glastonbury Ferry</li><li>Applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in the Chester -Hadlyme Ferry locations</li></ul> THE ROLE <ul><li>Operation and state of good repair of a Connecticut State Ferry on a daily shift during seasonal operations. Fundamental duties include: operation of the ferry, oversight of work shift, upholding of ferry crew procedures, training of staff, operation of heavy duty marine engines and transmissions.</li><li>Oversight of loading and discharging of passengers/vehicles under mandated state and federal safety regulations.&nbsp;</li><li>Oversight of toll collection, interacts with United States Coast Guard (USCG) officials on a regular basis to ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards.&nbsp;</li><li>Prepares reports and correspondence including all documentation required for the USCG inspections, prepares and monitors maintenance and repair schedules for in-season and off-season operational activities, and daily maintenance of operating logs.</li><li>The Ferry Captain is required, at minimum, to have the following USCG license: Master of Self-Propelled Vessels Not Including Auxiliary Sail of Less Than 100 Gross Register Tons (GRT) Upon Inland Waters. This is a mandatory license as required by the USCG.</li></ul> YOUR CAREER WITH US ABOUT US <ul><li>As one of Connecticut’s largest State agencies, DOT employs approximately 3,300 individuals statewide in five distinct bureaus. It is our mission to provide a safe, accessible and efficient multimodal transportation network that improves the quality of life and promotes economic vitality for the State and the region. We have a significant transportation infrastructure system that is essential to maintaining mobility for Connecticut residents and businesses and supporting economic and community development while preserving environmental and cultural resources. The Department of Transportation is committed to cultivating a diverse staff that is representative of the communities we serve. Applications from individuals having diverse backgrounds and life experiences are strongly encouraged.</li></ul> <h4>Selection Plan</h4> <ul><li>This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules.</li><li>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.</li></ul> To Apply: <ul><li>The minimum experience and training requirements must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified. </li><li>Ensure that your application is complete and detailed before submitting it. In order to comply with&nbsp;Public Act 21-69, the State of Connecticut is no longer asking for resumes during the initial application process. You will not be able to make revisions once your application is submitted into the JobAps system.</li><li>Please 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.</li><li>In order to receive educational credits toward qualification for this job posting, 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 Talent Acquisition Professional listed on this job posting. </li><li>All application materials must be received by the recruiting agency by the time specified on the job opening for the position for which you are applying. Late applications may not be submitted and will not be considered. Exceptions are rare and limited to documented events that incapacitate a candidate during the entire duration of the job posting time period. It is the candidate’s obligation and responsibility to request an exception and provide a legally recognized justification to accommodate such exception. Requests should be made to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:DAS.SHRM@ct.gov" target="_blank">DAS.SHRM@ct.gov</a>.</li></ul> FOR ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING: <ul><li>Please&nbsp;read&nbsp;or&nbsp;watch&nbsp;our Applicant Tips on How to Apply.</li></ul> Important Information After You Apply: <ul><li>This posting may require completion of additional referral questions (RQs). You can access these RQs via an email that will be sent to you after the posting's closing date or by visiting your JobAps Personal Status Board (Certification Questionnaires section). Your responses to these RQs must be submitted by the questionnaire's expiration date. Please regularly check your email and JobAps Personal Status Board for notifications. Please check your SPAM and/or Junk folders on a daily basis in the event an email provider places auto-notification emails in a user's spam.</li><li>Although applicants will receive correspondence via email, as a backup they are also encouraged to sign on to their Personal Status Board on a daily basis to monitor their status, view all emailed notices and complete tasks required in the recruitment process.</li><li>Note: At any point during the recruitment process, applicants may be required to submit additional documentation which support their qualification(s) for this position. These documents may include: a cover letter, resume, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the discretion of the hiring agency.</li><li>Interviews will be limited to candidates whose experience and training most closely meet the requirements of the position.</li><li>Read through this helpful&nbsp;link to&nbsp;prepare for your interview.</li><li>The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.</li><li>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 which is available at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.ct.gov/ethics" target="_blank">www.ct.gov/ethics</a>. </li></ul> Connect With Us: <ul><li>Due to the large volume of applications received, we are unable to provide confirmation of receipt or status during the recruitment process. Updates will be available through your JobAps portal account. Should you have any questions pertaining to this recruitment, please contact Anamaria Giangarra at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:Anamaria.giangarra@ct.gov" target="_blank">Anamaria.giangarra@ct.gov</a>.</li></ul> <h4>PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)</h4> In the Department of Transportation this class is accountable for acting as a working supervisor for a ferry crew engaged in the operation, repair and maintenance of a Connecticut State Ferry vessel. <h4>EXAMPLES OF DUTIES</h4> <ul><li>Commands and operates a Connecticut State Ferry on a daily shift during seasonal operations;&nbsp;</li><li>Plans ferry crew workflow and determines priorities;&nbsp;</li><li>Schedules, assigns, oversees and reviews work;&nbsp;</li><li>Establishes and maintains ferry crew procedures;&nbsp;</li><li>Provides staff training and assistance;&nbsp;</li><li>Conducts or assists in conducting performance evaluations;&nbsp;</li><li>Acts as liaison with operating units, agencies and outside officials regarding unit policies and procedures;&nbsp;</li><li>Oversees necessary operations in starting and operating heavy duty marine engines and transmissions;&nbsp;</li><li>Oversees loading and discharging of passengers and vehicles under mandated state and federal safety regulations;&nbsp;</li><li>Oversees collection of tolls and prepares bank deposits at end of shift;&nbsp;</li><li>Maintains daily logs of assigned shift for daily operations, engine room and radio operations including a record of unusual occurrences;&nbsp;</li><li>Oversees and performs preventative maintenance of and ensures necessary running repairs to engines, fire pumps, etc. takes place;&nbsp;</li><li>Maintains all firefighting and life safety equipment;&nbsp;</li><li>Supervises and assists as necessary in cleaning of ferry vessel, ferry approaches and grounds;&nbsp;</li><li>Checks vessel gear and equipment and submits complete report of all needed repairs and replacements to Ferry Master Captain;&nbsp;</li><li>Oversees and assists crew in performing required repairs, replacements and maintenance to ferry vessel and equipment in order to put vessel in first class condition prior to United States Coast Guard inspections as required by federal regulations;&nbsp;</li><li>May make recommendations on policies or standards;&nbsp;</li><li>May prepare reports and correspondence;&nbsp;</li><li>May be assigned other duties in regular or emergency and/or airport highway maintenance;&nbsp;</li><li>Performs related duties as required.</li></ul> <h4>KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY</h4> <ul><li>Considerable knowledge of <ul><li>and skill in piloting a ferry and/or tug boat driven vessel in making landings into a ferry slip and river crossings;&nbsp;</li><li>relevant state and federal laws, statutes and regulations;&nbsp;</li></ul></li><li>Knowledge of <ul><li>marine, fire protection and life safety equipment;&nbsp;</li><li>operation and maintenance of marine engines, transmissions and propelling machinery;&nbsp;</li><li>first aid;&nbsp;</li><li>splicing and tying lines;&nbsp;</li></ul></li><li>Skills <ul><li>interpersonal skills;&nbsp;</li><li>oral and written communication skills;&nbsp;</li></ul></li><li>Ability to utilize computer software;&nbsp;</li><li>Supervisory ability.</li></ul> <h4>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE</h4> Three (3) years of experience in the operation of a ferry vessel or other motor driven vessel of the required tonnage. <h4>PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS</h4> <ul><li>Experience with safe vessel operation and or commercial vessel towing experience</li><li>Experience with marine or general diesel and gasoline engine repair</li><li>Experience providing verbal and written communication to a diverse population</li><li>Familiar with Microsoft office suite and computer functionality</li></ul>Additional Comments: <ul><li>This position has a special requirement for a valid Merchant Mariner Credential with endorsement as master in command authorizing service of self-propelled vessel not including auxiliary sail of less than 100 gross register tons upon inland waters</li></ul> <h4>SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS</h4> <ul><li>Incumbents in this class must possess and retain the appropriate federal license to operate or endorsement to operate or navigate type of passenger carrying vessel to be assigned as specified in the United States Coast Guard Code of Federal Regulations [USCG 46 CFR §15.805]. Specifically, holding an appropriate license as or a valid Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC) with endorsement as master in command authorizing service of self-propelled vessels not including auxiliary sail of less than 100 gross register tons (GRT) upon inland waters.</li><li>Incumbents in this class must possess and retain a Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation Certificate (CPR).</li><li>Incumbents in this class may be required by the appointing authority to possess and retain appropriate current licenses, and/or permits and/or certifications, including a license to operate motor vehicles.</li></ul> <h4>PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS</h4> <ul><li>Incumbents in this class must have adequate physical strength, stamina, physical agility and visual and auditory acuity, and must maintain such physical fitness in order to perform duties.</li><li>A physical examination may be required.</li></ul> <h4>WORKING CONDITIONS</h4> Incumbents in this class may be required to lift moderate to heavy weights and may be exposed to extreme weather conditions, noise and fumes and risk of injury from equipment. <h4>Conclusion</h4> 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. <h4>ACKNOWLEDGEMENT</h4> 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.&nbsp; As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.

State of Connecticut

Ferry Captain (40 Hour)

<h4>Introduction</h4> Are you a current Department of Transportation (DOT) employee looking to advance your career within the agency?&nbsp; Do you want to continue to help make commuting and traveling throughout CT safe?&nbsp; If so, read below &amp; apply today! The&nbsp;State of Connecticut&nbsp;Department of Transportation (DOT)&nbsp;invites&nbsp;its agency employees to apply for a Transportation Maintenance Crew Leader (Highway Maintenance) position located within District 3 with our current vacancy in the Milford Maintenance Garage. PLEASE ENSURE THAT YOUR CDL CLASS, ISSUING STATE (IF APPLICABLE), LICENSE NUMBER, EXPIRATION DATE, AND ALL ENDORSEMENTS AND MEC EXPIRATION DATE ARE ADDED TO THE “LICENSES AND PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONS” SECTION OF YOUR APPLICATION. PLEASE LIST ANY OTHER JOB-RELEVANT LICENSES OR CERTIFICATIONS IN THE “LICENSES AND PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONS” SECTION AS WELL. WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU As a state employee, you would continue to have access to the following: <ul><li>Visit our new State Employee Benefits Overview page!</li><li>The opportunity to continue to work for a Forbes top company - 'Forbes': State of Connecticut Ranked One of the Best Employers of 2023 - State of CT Receives National Recognition for Offering Job Growth, Competitive Benefits, and Flexible Schedule</li><li>Professional growth and development opportunities</li><li>A healthy work/life balance to all employees</li><li>Remain with an award winning agency! CTDOT has been recently awarded the Employer of the Year award by the Connecticut Society of Civil Engineers (CSCE) and named the Women’s Transportation Seminar (WTS) CT Employer of the Year for 2024! </li></ul> THE ROLE This position is responsible for overseeing and assigning daily duties to a crew of various Transportation Maintainers in the overall repair and maintenance operations of various statewide roadways and highways. ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS <ul><li>Candidates must indicate they hold a current and valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with tank endorsement in the "Licenses and Professional Certifications" section of the application, or they will not be considered. Applicants invited to interview will be required to produce a copy of their current valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class A or B, reflecting the "tank endorsement" and valid Medical Examiner's Card (MEC) at time of interview, or they will not be considered.</li><li>Incumbents in this class must be willing to accept assignment to emergency duties, including snow and ice removal, whenever their services are needed to include mandatory winter overtime from November 1 through April 30. Various storm events will require employees to stay at work for the duration of the storm, which at times could be up to a period of several days to include holidays and weekends.</li><li>Incumbents in this class will be required to have a 20-mile residency from the posted job location.</li><li>Candidates will be required to bring a copy of their Master Application at the time of interview.</li><li>Candidates must show how they meet the required knowledge and experience on their application to proceed further in the hiring process.</li><li>Applicants invited to interview will be requested to supply a copy of their Commercial Driver's License (CDL), Class A or B, with Tank Endorsement, valid Medical Examiner's Card (MEC), and copies of their last two performance appraisals.</li></ul> POSITION HIGHLIGHTS <ul><li>Monday - Friday</li><li>Full-time (40 hours per week)</li><li>First shift (7:30 AM - 4:00 PM)</li><li>Location: Milford, CT</li></ul> WHO WE ARE It is the DOT's mission to provide a safe and efficient intermodal transportation network that improves the quality of life and promotes economic vitality for the State and the region. We are looking for energetic and driven team players who are passionate about serving the public and about the work we do within the Bureau of Highway Operations to deliver the DOT’s mission. Learn more about our mission, vision, and values here! <h4>Selection Plan</h4> 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. To Apply: <ul><li>The minimum experience and training requirements must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified. </li><li>Ensure that your application is complete and detailed before submitting it. In order to comply with Public Act 21-69, the State of Connecticut is no longer asking for resumes during the initial application process. You will not be able to make revisions once your application is submitted into the JobAps system.</li><li>Please 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.</li><li>In order to receive educational credits toward qualification for this job posting, 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 Talent Acquisition Professional listed on this job posting. </li><li>All application materials must be received by the recruiting agency by the time specified on the job opening for the position for which you are applying. Late applications may not be submitted and will not be considered. Exceptions are rare and limited to documented events that incapacitate a candidate during the entire duration of the job posting time period. It is the candidate’s obligation and responsibility to request an exception and provide a legally recognized justification to accommodate such exception. Requests should be made to <a href="mailto:DAS.SHRM@ct.gov" target="_blank">DAS.SHRM@ct.gov</a>.</li></ul> FOR ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING: <ul><li> Please read or watch our Applicant Tips on How to Apply.</li></ul> Important Information After You Apply: <ul><li>This posting may require completion of additional referral questions (RQs). You can access these RQs via an email that will be sent to you after the posting's closing date or by visiting your JobAps Personal Status Board (Certification Questionnaires section). Your responses to these RQs must be submitted by the questionnaire's expiration date. Please regularly check your email and JobAps Personal Status Board for notifications. Please check your SPAM and/or Junk folders on a daily basis in the event an email provider places auto-notification emails in a user's spam.</li><li>Read through this helpful link to prepare for your interview. </li><li>Although applicants will receive correspondence via email, as a backup they are also encouraged to sign on to their Personal Status Board on a daily basis to monitor their status, view all emailed notices and complete tasks required in the recruitment process.</li><li>Note: At any point during the recruitment process, applicants may be required to submit additional documentation which support their qualification(s) for this position. These documents may include: a cover letter, resume, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the discretion of the hiring agency.</li><li>Interviews will be limited to candidates whose experience and training most closely meet the requirements of the position.</li><li>The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.</li><li>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 which is available at <a href="http://www.ct.gov/ethics" target="_blank">www.ct.gov/ethics</a>. </li></ul> Connect With Us: Due to the large volume of applications received, we are unable to provide confirmation of receipt or status during the recruitment process. Updates will be available through your JobAps portal account. Should you have any questions pertaining to this recruitment, please contact Frank DeCusati at <a href="mailto:frank.decusati@ct.gov" target="_blank">frank.decusati@ct.gov</a>. <h4>PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)</h4> In the Department of Transportation and the Connecticut Airport Authority this class is accountable for acting as a working supervisor for an assigned group of Transportation Maintainers and/or Qualified Craft Workers engaged in an area of transportation maintenance or closely related activities. <h4>EXAMPLES OF DUTIES</h4> <ul><li>Plans crew workflow and determines priorities;&nbsp;</li><li>Schedules, assigns, oversees, and reviews work;&nbsp;</li><li>Establishes and maintains crew procedures;&nbsp;</li><li>Provides staff training and assistance; conducts or assists in conducting performance evaluations;&nbsp;</li><li>Acts as liaison with operating units, agencies, and outside officials regarding unit policies and procedures;&nbsp;</li><li>Requisitions materials and equipment appropriate to the various jobs;&nbsp;</li><li>Participates in performing the duties of the crew;&nbsp;</li><li>May make recommendations on policies or standards;&nbsp;</li><li>May prepare reports and correspondence;&nbsp;</li><li>May do preliminary site inspection of assigned jobs;&nbsp;</li><li>May be required to stand by for and respond to fire and/or crash emergency situations at State-owned airports;&nbsp;</li><li>Performs related duties as required.</li></ul> <h4>KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY</h4> <ul><li>Knowledge of <ul><li>materials, equipment and approved methods of surface treatment, surface and shoulder betterments, concrete work, guide rail construction, drainage construction and maintenance;&nbsp;</li><li>approved methods of filling joints, patching, snow removal and sanding ice, and erosion control;&nbsp;</li></ul></li><li>Skills <ul><li>interpersonal skills;&nbsp;</li><li>oral and written communication skills;</li></ul></li><li>Ability to <ul><li>make minor bridge repairs;&nbsp;</li><li>utilize computer software;&nbsp;</li></ul></li><li>Supervisory ability.</li></ul> <h4>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE</h4> Two (2) years of skilled experience in the maintenance and repair of highways. NOTE: For state employees this experience is interpreted at the level of a Transportation Maintainer 2. <h4>PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS</h4> <ul><li>VIP experience as a lead and/or secondary inspector</li><li>Experience in an acting capacity as a Trans. Maint. Crew Leader (Hwy.)</li><li>Experience as an acting Trans. Maint. Crew Leader leading an echelon or scheduling/managing snow operations</li><li>Experience with setting up sign patterns on highways and secondaries</li><li>Experience with crash unit operations</li></ul> <h4>SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS</h4> <ul><li>Incumbents in this class will be required to accept assignment to emergency duties including snow and ice removal as required.</li><li>Incumbents in this class may be required by the appointing authority to possess and retain appropriate current licenses, permits and/or certifications.</li></ul> <h4>CHARACTER REQUIREMENTS</h4> At State Airports: In addition to the checking of references and of facts stated in the application, a thorough background investigation of each candidate may be made before persons are certified for appointment. <h4>PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS</h4> <ul><li>Incumbents in this class must have adequate physical strength, stamina, physical agility and visual and auditory acuity, and must maintain such physical fitness as to be able to perform the duties</li><li>A physical examination may be required.</li></ul> <h4>WORKING CONDITIONS</h4> <ul><li>Incumbents in this class are exposed to extremes of weather conditions, to frequent lifting of heavy weights, to highly dangerous road and traffic conditions, including exposure to heights when working on bridges, to poison ivy, insect bites and allergy irritants during summer months, and to loud and potentially dangerous machinery.</li><li>The appointing authority may require completion of an asbestos removal program consistent with EPA guidelines for operations and maintenance during employment in this class. Incumbents may be required to use protective equipment such as respirators and safety goggles.</li></ul> <h4>Conclusion</h4> 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. <h4>ACKNOWLEDGEMENT</h4> 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.&nbsp; As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.

Transportation Maintenance Crew Leader (Highway Maintenance)(40 Hour)

<h4>Introduction</h4> The&nbsp;State of ConnecticutDepartment of Transportation(CTDOT)&nbsp;has an Electric Bus Project Lead (Transportation Planner 2)position&nbsp;in the Office of Transit and Ridesharing.&nbsp; The&nbsp;Office of Transit and Ridesharing&nbsp;directly operates a statewide multimodal transit network, including 8 divisions of the CTtransit state-owned bus system and CTfastrak–an ITDP Silver Standard BRT system. In addition, the Office of Transit and Ridesharing manages contracts for service provision with large transit service providers and with several Connecticut Transit Districts. In total, providing over 42 million passenger trips per year. &nbsp; WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU <ul><li>Visit our&nbsp;newState Employee Benefits Overview&nbsp;page!</li><li>The opportunity to work for a Forbes top company: 'Forbes'&nbsp;State of Connecticut Ranked One of the Best Employers of 2023&nbsp;- State of CT Receives National Recognition for Offering Job Growth, Competitive Benefits, and Flexible Schedule</li><li>Professional growth and development opportunities</li><li>A healthy&nbsp;work/life balance&nbsp;to all employees</li></ul> THE ROLE The new team member will join the Fleet and Customer Amenities Unit and participate in the planning and project management of several ongoing projects in the fleet program. These projects include Statewide Battery Electric Bus (BEB) deployment, management of new BEB telematics systems, BEB charge management systems, fleet maintenance, and fleet inspections. The new team member will also support other programs in the Office of Transit and Ridesharing. Additional Duties include: <ul><li>Work with CT Transit team on Electric Bus route planning, maintenance, and operational assignments</li><li>Calculate BEB range based on historical data and strategize routes for BEB deployment via software programs</li><li>Train on EV charging equipment and analyze charger performance via reporting portals</li><li>Write technical detailed reports and analyses as requested</li><li>Other duties as assigned</li></ul> POSITION HIGHLIGHTS <ul><li>Monday - Friday</li><li>Full-time (40 hours per week)</li><li>First shift</li><li>Location:&nbsp; Newington, CT</li><li>P-4 (Engineering, Scientific and Technical) bargaining unit</li><li>This position is eligible to apply for telework after successful completion of the working test period, and thereafter, in accordance with the Telework Policy. The Policy can be found&nbsp;here.&nbsp;Employees in their initial working test period must work on site in the office</li></ul> ABOUT US As one of Connecticut’s largest State agencies, DOT employs approximately 3,200 individuals statewide in five distinct bureaus. It is our mission to provide a safe, accessible and efficient multimodal transportation network that improves the quality of life and promotes economic vitality for the State and the region. We have a significant transportation infrastructure system that is essential to maintaining mobility for Connecticut residents and businesses and supporting economic and community development while preserving the State’s resources. The Department of Transportation is committed to cultivating a diverse staff that is representative of the communities we serve. Applications from individuals having diverse backgrounds and life experiences are strongly encouraged. Watch the video below to see what it's like to be a State of CT employee! <h4>Selection Plan</h4> To Apply: <ul><li>In order to be considered for this job opening&nbsp;you must meet the Minimum Qualifications as listed on the job opening.&nbsp;&nbsp;You must specify your qualifications on your application.</li><li>The minimum experience and training requirements must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.</li><li>In order to receive educational credits toward qualification for this job posting, the institution must be accredited.&nbsp; 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 individual listed on this job posting.&nbsp;</li><li>Ensure that your application is complete and detailed before submitting it. In order to comply with&nbsp;Public&nbsp;Act 21-69,&nbsp;the State of Connecticut is no longer asking for resumes during the initial application process. You will not be able to make revisions once your application is submitted into the JobAps system.</li><li>Please 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.</li><li>All application materials must be received by the recruiting agency by the time specified on the job opening for the position for which you are applying. Late applications may not be submitted and will not be considered. Exceptions are rare and limited to documented events that incapacitate a candidate during the entire duration of the job posting time period. It is the candidate’s obligation and responsibility to request an exception and provide a legally recognized justification to accommodate such exception. Requests should be made to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:DAS.SHRM@ct.gov" target="_blank">DAS.SHRM@ct.gov</a>.</li><li>For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from three branches of state government (i.e., Executive, Legislative, Judicial) to the&nbsp;other.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ul> FOR ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING: <ul><li>Please&nbsp;read&nbsp;or&nbsp;watch&nbsp;our&nbsp;Applicant Tips on How to Apply!</li></ul> Important Information After You Apply: <ul><li>This posting may require completion of additional referral questions (RQs). You can access these RQs via an email that will be sent to you after the posting's closing date or by visiting your JobAps Personal Status Board (Certification Questionnaires section). Your responses to these RQs must be submitted by the questionnaire's expiration date. Please regularly check your email and JobAps Personal Status Board for notifications. Please check your SPAM and/or Junk folders on a daily basis in the event an email provider places auto-notification emails in a user's spam.</li><li>Read through this helpful link to&nbsp;prepare for your interview.&nbsp;</li><li>Although applicants will receive correspondence via email, as a backup they are also encouraged to sign on to their Personal Status Board on a daily basis to monitor their status, view all emailed notices and complete tasks required in the recruitment process.</li><li>Note: At any point during the recruitment process, applicants may be required to submit additional documentation which support their qualification(s) for this position. These documents may include: a cover letter, resume, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the discretion of the hiring agency.</li><li>Interviews will be limited to candidates whose experience and training most closely meet the requirements of the position.</li><li>The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this&nbsp;recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class in the next twelve (12) months.</li><li>Candidates who are offered and accept a position with the State of Connecticut are bound&nbsp;by the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State Employees which is available at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.ct.gov/ethics" target="_blank">www.ct.gov/ethics</a>.</li></ul> Connect With Us: Due to the large volume of applications received, we are unable to provide confirmation of receipt or status during the recruitment process. Updates will be available through your JobAps portal account. Should you have any questions pertaining to this recruitment, please contact&nbsp;Sharon McIntosh,&nbsp;at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:Sharon.McIntosh@ct.gov" target="_blank">Sharon.McIntosh@ct.gov</a>. Follow the State of Connecticut&nbsp;on&nbsp;LinkedIn. <h4>PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)</h4> In the Department of Transportation and the Connecticut Airport Authority this class is accountable for acting as a working lead and/or for performing the most complex tasks in transportation planning studies, programs and related activities. <h4>EXAMPLES OF DUTIES</h4> WORKING LEAD LEVEL:&nbsp; <ul><li>As assigned by a supervisor, distributes, prioritizes, oversees and reviews office unit work;&nbsp;</li><li>Provides staff training and assistance;&nbsp;</li><li>Conducts or assists in conducting performance evaluations;&nbsp;</li><li>Acts as liaison with operating units, agencies, consultant staffs and other outside officials regarding unit office policies and standards;&nbsp;</li><li>Prepares correspondence;&nbsp;</li><li>Performs related duties as required.</li></ul> ADVANCED LEVEL:&nbsp; <ul><li>Performs complex tasks and assignments in developing, coordinating and reviewing transportation planning programs;&nbsp;</li><li>Recommends, coordinates or participates in transportation demonstration projects;&nbsp;</li><li>Participates in preparation and negotiation of agreements and contracts;&nbsp;</li><li>Oversees and participates in corridor studies;&nbsp;</li><li>Prepares and reviews reports, studies and surveys in compliance with department standards and needs and state and federal laws and regulations;&nbsp;</li><li>Coordinates activities or projects with local, regional, state and federal agencies, consultants and stakeholders as required;&nbsp;</li><li>Reviews consultants’ work;&nbsp;</li><li>Investigates and responds to public inquiries and complaints regarding transportation plans, programs and/or projects;&nbsp;</li><li>May make presentations at legislative or public hearings;&nbsp;</li><li>Performs related duties as required.</li></ul> <h4>KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY</h4> <ul><li>Considerable knowledge of multi-modal transportation planning theory, practices and methodologies;&nbsp;</li><li>Knowledge of environmental considerations involved in transportation planning;&nbsp;</li><li>Skills <ul><li>interpersonal skills;&nbsp;</li><li>oral and written communication skills;&nbsp;</li></ul></li><li>Ability to <ul><li>develop and use computer software including planning models and other programs related to planning process;&nbsp;</li><li>forecast trends based upon empirical data;&nbsp;</li><li>comprehend and interpret laws and regulations;&nbsp;</li></ul></li><li>Analytical ability;&nbsp;</li><li>Lead ability.</li></ul> <h4>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE</h4> Seven (7) years of professional experience in transportation civil engineering or transportation, urban, regional or environmental planning. <h4>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SPECIAL EXPERIENCE</h4> One (1) year of the General Experience must include individual responsibility for the coordination of complex planning projects in a relevant planning area. NOTE: For state employees this experience is interpreted at the level of a Transportation Planner 1 or Transportation Engineer 2. <h4>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED</h4> <ul><li>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.</li><li>A Master's degree in a closely related field may be substituted for one (1) additional year of the General Experience.</li></ul> <h4>PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS</h4> <ul><li>Experience with writing, reviewing, and editing technical documents&nbsp;</li><li>Experience communicating with a diverse population and working with a diverse group of public transportation stakeholders</li><li>Significant knowledge of public transportation vehicles and Electric Vehicle Charging Systems</li><li>Experience leading new transit projects and programs</li><li>Considerable experience with analyzing data through Excel and other Microsoft programs</li></ul> <h4>SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS</h4> <ul><li>Incumbents in this class may be required to possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s license.</li><li>Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.</li></ul> <h4>Conclusion</h4> 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. <h4>ACKNOWLEDGEMENT</h4> 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.&nbsp; As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.

Transportation Planner 2 (Electric Bus Project Lead)

<h4>Introduction</h4> Are you a current matriculated student studying for a legal career? Are you interested in building a strong career foundation by contributing to a State agency's legal and legislative functions? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you! The&nbsp;State of Connecticut, Department of Administrative Services (DAS), Legal Services&nbsp;is currently accepting applications for a Law Student Intern&nbsp;to support our team with legal research and review. WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU <ul><li>A competitive hourly rate.</li><li>Professional growth and development opportunities.</li><li>A healthy&nbsp;work/life balance&nbsp;to all employees.</li></ul> POSITION HIGHLIGHTS <ul><li>Monday - Friday.</li><li>Internship for 8-12 weeks between May and August 2025.</li><li>Students can work between 35-40 hours per week (maximum of 350 hours for the internship duration).</li><li>Hours of work must be between 8:00 AM and 4:30 PM.</li><li>Location: 450 Columbus Boulevard in Hartford.</li><li>On-site work is anticipated in Hartford 3 days/week, and remote work 2 days/week.</li><li>Some travel to various job sites will be required.&nbsp;</li></ul> THE ROLE Working under the direct supervision of agency attorneys, the Law Student Intern can expect to contribute to and gain knowledge of: <ul><li>Agency legislative activities including contributing to writing the annual legislative summary and implementation plans for new statutes.</li><li>Agency reporting including contributing to Annual Digest of Administrative reports.</li><li>Agency handling of Freedom of Information (FOI) and Commissioner on Human Rights and Opportunities (CHRO) cases.</li><li>Agency handling of ethics questions from employees and development of training materials.</li><li>Agency procurement processes including assisting in development of contract templates.</li><li>Agency regulation processes including support of document research and drafting, and public comment procedures.</li><li>Agency led Boards and Commission meetings.</li><li>Agency related administrative hearings and interviews.</li></ul> ABOUT US The Department of Administrative Services (DAS) consists of several distinct programs. The common purpose linking all of the different programs together is our commitment to providing timely, fair, competent, cost-effective services that address the needs of state agencies, municipalities, private industry, and the public. DAS is proud to offer internships in a variety of fields. Our offices and programs allow students to gain real-world insights on employment in a diverse environment, and will provide invaluable experience as they prepare to enter the workforce.&nbsp;All current internship opportunities can be found here. <h4>Selection Plan</h4> TO APPLY <ul><li>In order to receive educational credits for this job posting, the institution must be accredited.&nbsp; 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 recruiter listed on this job posting.&nbsp;</li><li>Ensure that your application is complete and detailed before submitting it. In order to comply with&nbsp;Public Act 21-69, the&nbsp;State of Connecticut is no longer asking for resumes during the initial application process. You will not be able to make revisions once your application is submitted into the JobAps system.</li><li>Note: At any point during the recruitment process, applicants may be required to submit additional documentation which support their qualification(s) for this position. These documents may include: a cover letter, resume, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the discretion of the hiring agency.</li><li>All application materials must be received by the recruiting agency by the time specified on the job opening for the position for which you are applying. Late applications may not be submitted and will not be considered. Exceptions are rare and limited to documented events that incapacitate a candidate during the entire duration of the job posting time period. It is the candidate’s obligation and responsibility to request an exception and provide a legally recognized justification to accommodate such exception. Requests should be made to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:DAS.SHRM@ct.gov" target="_blank">DAS.SHRM@ct.gov</a>.</li></ul> FOR ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING <ul><li>Please&nbsp;read&nbsp;or&nbsp;watch&nbsp;our&nbsp;Applicant Tips on How to Apply.</li></ul> IMPORTANT INFORMATION AFTER YOU APPLY <ul><li>Please&nbsp;regularly check your email and JobAps Personal Status Board for notifications. Please check your SPAM and/or Junk folders on a daily&nbsp;basis in the event an email provider places auto-notification emails in a user's spam.</li><li>Application review and virtual interviews will take place in December 2024.</li><li>Although applicants will receive correspondence via email, as a backup they are also encouraged to sign on to their Personal Status Board on a daily basis to monitor their status, view all emailed notices and complete tasks required in the recruitment process.</li><li>Read through this helpful link to&nbsp;prepare for your interview.</li></ul> CONNECT WITH US <ul><li>Due to the large volume of applications received, we are unable to provide confirmation of receipt or status during the recruitment process. Updates will be available through your JobAps portal account. Should you have any questions pertaining to this recruitment, please contact Brittney Woodley at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:brittney.woodley@ct.gov" target="_blank">brittney.woodley@ct.gov</a>.</li></ul> <h4>PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS</h4> <ul><li>Law student (1L, 2L or 3L) with coursework in contract law preferred, administrative law a plus.</li><li>Strong written and oral communication skills.</li><li>Familiarity with legal research software.</li><li>Proficiency with computer software including Microsoft Office Suite.</li><li>Working effectively with diverse range of agency partners and colleagues.</li></ul> <h4>Conclusion</h4> 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.

Law Student Intern (Hybrid)

<h4>Introduction</h4> The&nbsp;State of Connecticut,&nbsp;Department of Transportation&nbsp;(CTDOT)&nbsp;is currently recruiting for a&nbsp;Connecticut Careers Trainee&nbsp;position, with a target class ofTransportation Planner 1,within the Bureau of Policy &amp; Planning, Roadway Information Systems Office, Roadway Inventory Unit. The position is located at the Department of Transportation Headquarters in Newington. WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU: <ul><li>Visit our&nbsp;newState Employee Benefits Overview&nbsp;page!</li><li>The opportunity to work for a Forbes top company: 'Forbes'&nbsp;State of Connecticut Ranked One of the Best Employers of 2023&nbsp;- State of CT Receives National Recognition for Offering Job Growth, Competitive Benefits, and Flexible Schedule</li><li>Professional growth and development opportunities</li><li>A healthy&nbsp;work/life balance&nbsp;to all employees</li><li>Join an award winning agency! CTDOT was recently awarded the&nbsp;Employer of the Year&nbsp;award by the&nbsp;Connecticut Society of Civil Engineers&nbsp;(CSCE)!</li></ul> POSITION HIGHLIGHTS: <ul><li>Full Time, 40 hours per week</li><li>Monday through Friday</li><li>Location: Departmentof&nbsp;TransportationHeadquarters&nbsp;inNewington,&nbsp;CT.</li><li>Reports&nbsp;to a Transportation Supervising Planner or employee of a higher level.&nbsp;</li><li>P-4 (Engineering and Scientific)&nbsp;bargaining unit</li><li>This position is eligible to apply for telework after successful completion of the working test period, and thereafter, in accordance with the Telework Policy which can be found&nbsp;here. Employees in their initial working test period must work on site in the office.</li><li>Incumbents in this class are required to possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s license and may be required to travel, primarily within the state. Incumbents in this class may be required to perform field work in all weather conditions.</li></ul> THE ROLE: The Roadway Inventory Unit is responsible for keeping accurate current and historical data on almost 22,000 miles of public roads in Connecticut.  Through various efforts, data is collected and validated on a project level basis for state and local roadways. The unit is responsible for updating and maintaining the Department’s linear referencing system (LRS) and the Transportation Intelligence Gateway (TIG).&nbsp; The unit is also responsible for tracking, documenting, and maintaining all identified roadway asset data for use in meeting reporting requirements including, but not limited to: the Highway Performance Monitoring System (HPMS).&nbsp; This data supports various critical Department functions including asset management, project prioritization and coordination, financial tracking, funding eligibility, safety analysis, Federal and State reporting requirements, and performance management, among others. &nbsp; The position requires working collaboratively with unit and office staff, and with other offices within the Department of Transportation, as well as public entities to collect, model, enhance, analyze, report, and expand the Roadway Inventory features and assets contained within the network.&nbsp;&nbsp; The position will perform duties of increasing difficulty split between the field and office to assist with the collection of data from a variety of sources and manage that information within specialized software platforms and databases.&nbsp; These positions will assist in meeting all Federal requirements outlined in FHWA’s All Roads Network of Linear Referenced Data (ARNOLD), Highway Performance Monitoring System (HPMS), and Model Inventory of Roadway Elements (MIRE) initiatives.&nbsp; SALARY INFORMATION - CLICK HERE FOR MORE DETAILS <ul><li>Eligibility for promotion to the target classification of Transportation Planner 1 is earned upon successful completion of the training program.</li></ul>Target class:&nbsp;Transportation Planner 1&nbsp; <ul><li>Candidates with a Bachelor’s degree will serve a two (2) year training program.</li><li>Candidates with a Master’s degree in a closely related field may be eligible for a shorter training period.</li></ul> First year of training: Bachelor's degree and/or qualifying experience: FS 15 Step 1 ($55,328/year) Master's degree: FS 15 Step 2 ($57,320/year) Second year of training: General rate:&nbsp; FS 15 Step 5 ($63,306/year) ABOUT US: As one of Connecticut’s largest State agencies, DOT employs approximately 3,300 individuals statewide in five distinct bureaus. It is our mission to provide a safe, accessible and efficient multimodal transportation network that improves the quality of life and promotes economic vitality for the State and the region. We have a significant transportation infrastructure system that is essential to maintaining mobility and accessibility for Connecticut residents and businesses and supporting economic and community development while preserving the State’s resources. The Department of Transportation is committed to cultivating a diverse staff that is representative of the communities we serve. Applications from individuals having diverse backgrounds and life experiences are strongly encouraged.&nbsp; Watch the video below to see what it's like to be a State of Connecticut employee! <h4>Selection Plan</h4> To Apply: <ul><li>In order to be considered for this job opening&nbsp;you must meet the Minimum Qualifications as listed on the job opening.&nbsp;&nbsp;You must specify your qualifications on your application.</li><li>The minimum experience and training requirements must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.</li><li>In order to receive educational credits toward qualification for this job posting, the institution must be accredited.&nbsp; 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 individual listed on this job posting.&nbsp;</li><li>Ensure that your application is complete and detailed before submitting it. In order to comply with&nbsp;Public&nbsp;Act 21-69,&nbsp;the State of Connecticut is no longer asking for resumes during the initial application process. You will not be able to make revisions once your application is submitted into the JobAps system.</li><li>Please 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.</li><li>All application materials must be received by the recruiting agency by the time specified on the job opening for the position for which you are applying. Late applications may not be submitted and will not be considered. Exceptions are rare and limited to documented events that incapacitate a candidate during the entire duration of the job posting time period. It is the candidate’s obligation and responsibility to request an exception and provide a legally recognized justification to accommodate such exception. Requests should be made to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:DAS.SHRM@ct.gov" target="_blank">DAS.SHRM@ct.gov</a>.</li><li>For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from three branches of state government (i.e., Executive, Legislative, Judicial) to the&nbsp;other.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ul> FOR ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING: <ul><li>Please&nbsp;read&nbsp;or&nbsp;watch&nbsp;our&nbsp;Applicant Tips on How to Apply!</li></ul> Important Information After You Apply: <ul><li>This posting may require completion of additional referral questions (RQs). You can access these RQs via an email that will be sent to you after the posting's closing date or by visiting your JobAps Personal Status Board (Certification Questionnaires section). Your responses to these RQs must be submitted by the questionnaire's expiration date. Please regularly check your email and JobAps Personal Status Board for notifications. Please check your SPAM and/or Junk folders on a daily basis in the event an email provider places auto-notification emails in a user's spam.</li><li>Read through this helpful link to&nbsp;prepare for your interview.&nbsp;</li><li>Although applicants will receive correspondence via email, as a backup they are also encouraged to sign on to their Personal Status Board on a daily basis to monitor their status, view all emailed notices and complete tasks required in the recruitment process.</li><li>Note: At any point during the recruitment process, applicants may be required to submit additional documentation which support their qualification(s) for this position. These documents may include: a cover letter, resume, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the discretion of the hiring agency.</li><li>Interviews will be limited to candidates whose experience and training most closely meet the requirements of the position.</li><li>The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this&nbsp;recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class in the next twelve (12) months.</li><li>Candidates who are offered and accept a position with the State of Connecticut are bound&nbsp;by the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State Employees which is available at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.ct.gov/ethics" target="_blank">www.ct.gov/ethics</a>.</li></ul> Connect With Us: Due to the large volume of applications received, we are unable to provide confirmation of receipt or status during the recruitment process. Updates will be available through your JobAps portal account. Should you have any questions pertaining to this recruitment, please contact&nbsp;Sharon McIntosh,&nbsp;at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:Sharon.McIntosh@ct.gov" target="_blank">Sharon.McIntosh@ct.gov</a>. Follow the State of Connecticut&nbsp;on&nbsp;LinkedIn. <h4>PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)</h4> In a state agency this class is accountable for mastering the skills necessary to satisfactorily complete the training program for a professional position. <h4>EXAMPLES OF DUTIES</h4> <ul><li>In a department or institution receives training in introductory governmental work for development of skills and knowledge in field of public administration in order to qualify for advancement into agency professional positions;</li><li>Performs a variety of increasingly difficult duties as skills are acquired during course of training period;</li><li>Performs related duties as required.</li></ul> Please see addendum below: <ul><li>Assist in quality control assessment of roadway and asset datasets to ensure they meet or exceed nationally accepted standards for completeness, accuracy, precision, and uniformity&nbsp;</li><li>Assist in data update coordination to ensure proper integration of roadway data into the LRS of record, assistance in the development of supplemental collection plans for requested safety and asset management related assets (e.g. center line rumble strips, buffered shoulder, and approved speed limits)&nbsp;</li><li>Outreach to the municipalities to gather, format, and integrate appropriate local roadway datasets; organize and advise Department partners on developing technology solutions to aid in collection, integration, and quality assessment of data&nbsp; &nbsp;</li><li>Assist in ensuring high quality roadway data is collected, vetted, processed, stored, and made available for internal and external customer consumption&nbsp;</li><li>Assist in analysis of data, perform quality control procedures, and have it accurately made available to display on the LRS along with other formats for enterprise consumption for visual and analysis purposes&nbsp;</li><li>Create, develop, and extract reports and dashboards of various assets for comparison, analysis, and cross validation as well as develop reports to provide summary data; direct and guide consultant/outside developer(s) on network and system updates&nbsp;</li><li>Work closely with various internal and external partners and customers including FHWA, municipal officials, regional organizations and state officials&nbsp; &nbsp;</li><li>Support other Unit responsibilities including, but not limited to:&nbsp; field data collection, office processing of collected data, research and analytical functions, and various other planning activities&nbsp;</li><li>Stay current with software and hardware data technologies&nbsp;</li></ul> <h4>KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY</h4> <ul><li>Oral and written communication skills;&nbsp;</li><li>Ability to <ul><li>acquire knowledge and skills required for the target classification;</li><li>understand, evaluate and solve problems by exercising judgement and logic;</li><li>read, interpret and understand written material;</li><li>perform basic arithmetical computations;</li><li>interpret charts, graphs and tables;</li><li>learn and reason;</li><li>establish and maintain cooperative relations with superiors, associates and general public;</li><li>utilize computer software.</li></ul></li></ul> <h4>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS</h4> Candidates must be able to meet the experience and training requirements of the designated job class at the completion of the development program. <h4>PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS</h4> <ul><li>A bachelor's or master's degree, preferred disciplines include:&nbsp; Economics, Data Analytics, Statistics, Management Information Systems, or Mathematics.&nbsp; Other degrees will be considered providing that the applicant has coursework or work experience in data collection, analysis, and data reporting&nbsp;</li><li>Experience in field data collection or management of large datasets, through course work, work experience, or internships&nbsp;</li><li>Experience with Microsoft Office and other data driven software through course work, work experience, or internships&nbsp;</li><li>Experience with mapping software such as Google Earth, Bing Maps, GPS through course work, work experience, or internships&nbsp;</li><li>Experience with working with large data sets, collecting data, database management, querying and report development through course work, work experience, or internships&nbsp;</li><li>Experience with statistics and performing statistical and mathematical analysis and calculations through course work, work experience, or internships&nbsp;</li><li>Experience with public speaking, written and oral communication skills through course work, work experience, or internships</li></ul> <h4>Conclusion</h4> 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. <h4>ACKNOWLEDGEMENT</h4> 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.

Connecticut Careers Trainee / Transportation Planner 1((Roadway Inventory))

<h4>Introduction</h4> The&nbsp;State of CT,&nbsp;Office of Higher Education (OHE),&nbsp;has a job opportunity for a person who is looking to serve in a consulting role capacity to individuals and organizations that administer postsecondary occupational schools.&nbsp; This position as an&nbsp;Office of Higher Education Compliance Officer&nbsp;will be responsible for monitoring postsecondary occupational schools for compliance. WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU: <ul><li>NEW: A Platinum Healthcare Plan, the nation’s best for state employees and&nbsp;dependents, according to a report by Georgetown’s Center on Health Insurance Reform an article by Ellen Andrews, Ph.D., along with comprehensive benefit offerings</li><li>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&nbsp;here&nbsp;for more information&nbsp;</li><li>Extensive pension plan and supplemental retirement offerings&nbsp;</li><li>Paid time off including 13 paid holidays per calendar year</li><li>A culture that encourages&nbsp;work/life balance</li><li>Professional growth and development opportunities</li><li>Work for a Forbes top company:&nbsp;State of Connecticut Ranked One of the Best&nbsp;Employers of 2023&nbsp;- State of CT Receives National Recognition for Offering Job&nbsp;Growth, Competitive Benefits, and Flexible Schedule</li></ul> POSITION HIGHLIGHTS: <li>Full-Time, 8:00am - 4:30pm</li><li>Monday - Friday</li><li>Telework may be offered upon completion of the 6-month initial working test period.</li><li>Location:&nbsp; 450 Columbus Blvd., Downtown Hartford, easily accessible for all commuters, centrally located with easy access from major highways and by public transportation.</li><li>This position will require in-state travelling responsibilities.</li> THE ROLE: The individual in this role will be responsible for: <ul><li>Investigating illegal schools for compliance with state statutes and regulations;&nbsp;</li><li>Logging pertinent data into the agency database and running applicable reports;</li><li>Processing student record requests within allotted timeframes;</li><li>Notarizing documents; and,</li><li>Other duties as assigned.</li></ul> ABOUT US: In the early 1980s, the Board of Governors for Higher Education became concerned about the lack of racial and ethnic diversity among the student bodies and professional staff of the state’s public colleges and universities. Following a study of relevant demographics, the Board developed its Strategic Plan to Ensure Racial and Ethnic Diversity in Connecticut Public Higher Education as a statement of organizational policy.&nbsp; &nbsp;In March of 1983, the state legislature incorporated the goals of the Strategic Plan within the state’s general statutes {C.G.S. Section 10a-11}.&nbsp; The Plan’s goals included a desire that students who enroll and graduate from each of the public institutions of higher education are representative of the racial and ethnic diversity of the total population of the state.The State of CT Office of Higher Education (OHE) seeks to advance the promise of postsecondary education for all state residents, and to advocate on behalf of students, taxpayers, and the postsecondary schools and colleges which fall under its purview.&nbsp; The Office of Higher Education carries out its mission by assuring that students have access to postsecondary institutions which meet the highest standards of academic quality, by administering the state’s student financial aid programs, and by serving as an information and consumer protection resource. <h4>Selection Plan</h4> TO APPLY <ul><li>In order to be considered for this job opening, you must meet the Minimum Qualifications as listed on this job opening. You must specify your qualifications on your application.</li><li>The minimum experience and training requirements must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.</li><li>In order to receive educational credits toward qualification for this job posting, the institution must be accredited.&nbsp; 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 recruiter listed on this job posting.&nbsp;</li><li>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.</li><li>Ensure that your application is complete and detailed before submitting it. In order to comply with&nbsp;Public Act 21-69, the&nbsp;State of Connecticut is no longer asking for resumes during the initial application process. You will not be able to make revisions once your application is submitted into the JobAps system.</li><li>Please 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.</li><li>All application materials must be received by the recruiting agency by the time specified on the job opening for the position for which you are applying. Late applications may not be submitted and will not be considered. Exceptions are rare and limited to documented events that incapacitate a candidate during the entire duration of the job posting time period. It is the candidate’s obligation and responsibility to request an exception and provide a legally recognized justification to accommodate such exception. Requests should be made to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:DAS.SHRM@ct.gov" target="_blank">DAS.SHRM@ct.gov</a>.</li></ul> FOR ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING <ul><li>Please&nbsp;read&nbsp;or&nbsp;watch&nbsp;our&nbsp;Applicant Tips on How to Apply.</li></ul> IMPORTANT INFORMATION AFTER YOU APPLY <ul><li>This posting may require completion of additional referral questions (RQs). You can access these RQs via an email that will be sent to you after the posting's closing date or by visiting your JobAps Personal Status Board (Certification Questionnaires section). Your responses to these RQs must be submitted by the questionnaire's expiration date. Please regularly check your email and JobAps Personal Status Board for notifications. Please check your SPAM and/or Junk folders on a daily&nbsp;basis in the event an email provider places auto-notification emails in a user's spam.</li><li>Although applicants will receive correspondence via email, as a backup they are also encouraged to sign on to their Personal Status Board on a daily basis to monitor their status, view all emailed notices and complete tasks required in the recruitment process.</li><li>Note: At any point during the recruitment process, applicants may be required to submit additional documentation which support their qualification(s) for this position. These documents may include: a cover letter, resume, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the discretion of the hiring agency.</li><li>Interviews will be limited to candidates whose experience and training most closely meet the requirements of the position.</li><li>Read through this helpful link to&nbsp;prepare for your interview.</li><li>The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.</li></ul> CONNECT WITH US <ul><li>Due to the large volume of applications received, we are unable to provide confirmation of receipt or status during the recruitment process. Updates will be available through your JobAps portal account. Should you have any questions pertaining to this recruitment, please contact Anthony Lewis,&nbsp;<a href="mailto:anthony.lewis@ct.gov" target="_blank">anthony.lewis@ct.gov</a>.</li></ul> <h4>PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)</h4> In the Office of Higher Education this class is accountable for independently performing a full range of technical duties in conducting regulatory compliance audits for programs and services supported by the agency. <h4>EXAMPLES OF DUTIES</h4> <ul><li>Provides guidance and consultation to assigned program, stakeholders, other state agencies, and community organizations on policy and procedures;&nbsp;</li><li>Conducts on-site regulatory inspections and interviews to determine initial and continuing regulatory compliance;</li><li>Reviews required program documentation and observes program operations;&nbsp;</li><li>Documents all pertinent information regarding regulatory compliance;</li><li>Acts as liaison with state, federal and community agencies, institutions of higher education and other stakeholders to provide technical assistance and problem resolution;</li><li>Investigates and evaluates complaints of non-compliance, including interviews with stakeholders and institution staff;</li><li>Assists with the development and implementation of training initiatives for community stakeholders;</li><li>Assists in the development of policies and procedures;</li><li>Maintains compliance records and prepares comprehensive reports;</li><li>May assist with community-based grant program development, implementation and administration, program monitoring and assessment;</li><li>May attend networking events and national conferences;</li><li>May make presentations;</li><li>Performs related duties as required.</li></ul> <h4>KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY</h4> <ul><li>Knowledge of <ul><li>assigned higher education programs;</li><li>policy and procedures related to assigned higher education programs;&nbsp;</li><li>educational institutions and community organizations;</li></ul></li><li>Skills <ul><li>interpersonal skills;</li><li>oral and written communication skills;</li></ul></li><li>Ability to <ul><li>maintain cooperative relationships with administrative staff of higher education institutions, other state and federal agencies and community stakeholders;&nbsp;</li><li>determine program and provider compliance with governing statutes and regulations;</li><li>maintain records and prepare comprehensive written reports;</li><li>utilize computer software.</li></ul></li></ul> <h4>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE</h4> Six (6) years of professional experience in higher education or a community service organization. <h4>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED</h4> <ul><li>Successful completion of a Connecticut Careers Trainee program approved by the Department of Administrative Services may be substituted for the General Experience.</li><li>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.</li><li>A Master's degree in education, public administration, public policy or a closely related field may be substituted for one (1) additional year of the General Experience.</li></ul> <h4>SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS</h4> <ul><li>Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.</li><li>Incumbents in this class may be required to possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s license.</li></ul> <h4>Conclusion</h4> 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. <h4>ACKNOWLEDGEMENT</h4> 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.

Office of Higher Education Compliance Officer

<h4>Introduction</h4> Are you a Licensed Practical Nurse?&nbsp; Are you looking to start your career in State Service?&nbsp; If so, we invite you to apply to join our team today! The&nbsp;State of Connecticut, Department of Developmental Services (DDS) – West Region – is accepting applications for one (1) full-time, 1st shift Licensed Practical Nurse position located at the Lower Fairfield Center (LFC) in Norwalk, CT. Position Highlights: PCN 94505 <ul><li>Full-time | 1st Shift | 70 Hours bi-weekly</li><li>Schedule:</li><li>Week 1 (32 Hours): Friday 6:00 am – 2:30 pm, Tuesday 6:00 am – 2:30 pm, Wednesday 6:00 am – 2:30 pm, Thursday 6:00 am – 2:30 pm</li><li>Regular Days Off: Saturday, Sunday and Monday</li><li>Week 2 (38 Hours): Friday 6:00 am – 2:30 pm, Saturday 6:00 am – 2:30 pm, Sunday 6:00 am – 2:30 pm, Monday 6:00 am – 12:30 pm, Thursday 6:00 am – 2:30 pm</li><li>Regular Days Off: Tuesday and Wednesday</li><li>However, work schedule flexibility is required to meet the needs of the agency.</li><li>Must have a valid driver’s license.</li><li>Will be required to travel.</li></ul> What we can offer you: <ul><li>View our newState Employee Benefits Overview page!</li><li>Professional growth and paid professional development opportunities.</li><li>A healthy&nbsp;work-life balance to all employees!</li><li>The opportunity to work for a Forbes top company: ‘Forbes’ State of Connecticut Ranked one of the best Employers of 2023 – State of CT receives National Recognition for Offering Job Growth, Competitive Benefits, and Flexible Schedule.</li><li>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.&nbsp; Click here for more information.</li></ul> In your role as a Licensed Practical Nurse, you will have the opportunity to: <ul><li>Cover Lower Fairfield Center (LFC), Norwalk;</li><li>This position is essential to providing services need to ensure the health and safety of individuals;</li><li>Provide incidental teaching to individuals served, staff, and families concerning medications and their use;</li><li>Document all care in individuals’ medical records and complete required facility documentation;</li><li>Perform related residential duties as required.</li></ul> DDS Mission Statement: The mission of the Department of Developmental Servicers is to partner with the individuals we support and their families, to support lifelong planning and to join with others to create and promote meaningful opportunities for individuals to fully participate as valued members of their communities. <h4>Selection Plan</h4> FOR ASSISTANCE WITH APPLYING: Please read or watch our Applicant Tips on How to Apply! FOR THOSE WHO HOLD A PRATICAL NURSE LICENSE IN A STATE OTHER THAN CONNECTICUT AND WISH TO APPLY FOR A CONNECTICUT LICENSE, PLEASE: <ul><li>Review the&nbsp;eligibility and documentation requirements&nbsp;for CT license by endorsement of an out-of-state license;</li><li>Complete a&nbsp;CT DPH online application&nbsp;online (expand the ‘Public Health Practitioners’ grouping, select ‘Licensed Practical Nurse’ and then ‘Start’;</li><li>Request verification of your out-of-state license(s) electronically through the National Council of State Boards of Nursing’s:&nbsp;Nursys®&nbsp;System. To send verification of your license(s) to CT, read and agree to the terms, enter your biographic information, select your license type (PN for Practical Nurse) and select ‘SEARCH’. Review the results and select the ‘Next’ button. Check the box next to ‘Connecticut’ and complete the transaction. Once the transaction is completed, you will receive a confirmation email from Nursys and the verification will be available to the DPH. Note that PA and MI verifications are not provided through Nursys. Please contact those state boards for information on obtaining verification.</li></ul> To Apply: <ul><li>Must have a valid driver’s license.</li><li>Incumbents must have the ability to obtain Medical administration Certification from the Department of Developmental Services</li><li>In order to be considered for this job opening, you must meet the Minimum Qualifications as listed on this job opening.&nbsp; You must specify your qualifications on your application.</li><li>The minimum experience and training requirements must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.</li><li>These positions will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion, and merit employment rules.&nbsp; Applications to this recruitment will be used to meet collective bargaining requirements.&nbsp; Once any collective bargaining requirements have been met, all other applications may be considered.</li><li>Interviews will be limited to candidates whose experience most closely meets the preferred qualifications, so please ensure that your application is complete and details your experience as outlined in this job posting.&nbsp; Please note: You will be unable to make revisions once you submit your application into the JobAps system.</li><li>The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.</li><li>Ensure that your application is complete and detailed before submitting it. In order to comply with&nbsp;Public Act 21-69, the State of Connecticut is no longer asking for resumes during the initial application process. You will not be able to make revisions once your application is submitted into the JobAps system.</li></ul> Important Next Step Information for After You Apply: <ul><li>Although applicants will receive correspondence via email, as a backup they are also encouraged to sign on to their Personal Status Board on a daily basis to monitor their status, view all emailed notices and complete tasks required in the recruitment process.</li><li>This posting may require completion of additional referral questions (RQs). You can access these RQs via an email that will be sent to you after the posting's closing date or by visiting your JobAps Personal Status Board (Certification Questionnaires section). Your responses to these RQs must be submitted by the question's expiration date. Please regularly check your email and JobAps Personal Status Board for notifications. Please check your SPAM and/or Junk folders on a daily basis in the event an email provider places auto-notification emails in a user's spam.</li><li>At any point during the recruitment process, applicants may be required to submit additional documentation which support their qualification(s) for this position. These documents may include: a cover letter, resume, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the discretion of the hiring agency. Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications as indicated to apply for this position.</li><li>All application materials must be received by the recruiting agency by the time specified on the job opening for the position for which you are applying. Late applications may not be submitted and will not be considered. Exceptions are rare and limited to documented events that incapacitate a candidate during the entire duration of the job posting time period. It is the candidate’s obligation and responsibility to request an exception and provide a legally recognized justification to accommodate such exception. Requests should be made to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:DAS.SHRM@ct.gov" target="_blank">DAS.SHRM@ct.gov</a>.</li><li>Due to the large volume of applications received, the Department of Administrative Services is unable to provide confirmation of receipt or status during the recruitment process. Updates will be available through your JobAps portal account.</li><li>Revised Master Application Tutorial: Click Here.</li><li>Read through this helpful link to prepare for your interview.</li></ul> Connect With Us: <ul><li>If you require an accommodation to participate fully and fairly under the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact Edward Magnano, EEO Manager at (860) 418 – 6148 or&nbsp;<a href="mailto:Edward.Magnano@ct.gov" target="_blank">Edward.Magnano@ct.gov</a></li><li>If you have any questions pertaining to this recruitment, please contact Rocky Young at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:rocky.young@ct.gov" target="_blank">rocky.young@ct.gov</a>&nbsp;and reference the recruitment number.&nbsp;</li><li>Follow the State of Connecticut on&nbsp;LinkedIn.</li></ul> <h4>PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)</h4> In a state facility this class is accountable for rendering bedside care or mental health services to individuals with physical disabilities and/or an intellectual disability in instances where the services of a registered nurse are not required. <h4>EXAMPLES OF DUTIES</h4> <ul><li>Assists doctors and nurses in the general care and treatment of individuals;</li><li>Measures doses and administers medications including insulin injections;&nbsp;</li><li>Documents medications using appropriate forms;</li><li>Performs narcotic counts;</li><li>Checks and may administer intravenous medications;</li><li>Reports changes in individuals to doctors;</li><li>Ensures that restraints are applied correctly;</li><li>Transcribes doctors medication orders;</li><li>Dispenses certain medications in doctor’s absence;</li><li>Applies topical medication;</li><li>Takes and charts temperatures, pulses and respirations;</li><li>Performs simple nursing treatments;</li><li>Monitors general individual needs including personal hygiene;</li><li>Reports on individual conditions and behavior;</li><li>Keeps the unit safe and healthy;</li><li>Administers enemas or suppositories;</li><li>Performs Foley catheterization care;</li><li>Orients individuals concerning medications and their use;</li><li>May perform emergency first aid;</li><li>May drive individuals to necessary appointments/outings;</li><li>Performs related duties as required.</li></ul>DEPARTMENT OF DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICES: <ul><li>Performs the full range of duties as described in the class specification for the Lead Developmental Services Worker.</li></ul>DEPARTMENT OF MENTAL HEALTH AND ADDICTION SERVICES: <ul><li>Performs the full range of duties as described in class specifications for the Mental Health Assistant 1 or Mental Health Assistant 2.</li></ul> <h4>KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY</h4> <ul><li>Knowledge of <ul><li>practical nursing specialties and bedside care;</li><li>various medications used in conjunction for the care of individuals who have physical disabilities and/or an intellectual disability;</li><li>infection control practices;</li><li>nutrition and diets;</li><li>medical and lab sciences;</li></ul></li><li>Considerable <ul><li>interpersonal skills;</li><li>oral communication and written skills;</li></ul></li><li>Ability to <ul><li>keep records;</li><li>lead staff.</li></ul></li></ul> <h4>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS</h4> License or temporary permit to practice nursing in Connecticut by the State Board of Examiners for Nursing. <h4>PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS</h4> <ul><li>Experience providing nursing services to individuals with an intellectual/developmental disability and/or autism spectrum disorder.</li><li>Experience supporting individuals who may exhibit mild to severe challenging behaviors.</li><li>Experience communicating internally and externally with team members and community providers both over the telephone and in written correspondence.</li><li>Experience communicating with non-verbal individuals.</li><li>Experience with basic nursing skills including, but not limited to:&nbsp; administering medication and nutrition via G-Tube or J-Tube; glucose monitoring, insulin administration; respiratory treatments, colostomy; cecostomy; urostomy care; wound care; and catheterization.</li><li>Experience using Microsoft applications including Outlook; Excel; Teams; and Word.</li></ul> <h4>SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS</h4> DEPARTMENT OF DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICES: Incumbents in this class may be required to possess and retain a valid Connecticut Motor Vehicle Operator's license, Public Passenger Endorsement or Commercial Driver's license for designated positions. <h4>WORKING CONDITIONS</h4> Incumbents in this class may be required to lift/restrain individuals; may have some exposure to communicable/infectious diseases and to some risk of injury from assaultive/abusive individuals; may be exposed to disagreeable conditions. <h4>Conclusion</h4> 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. <h4>ACKNOWLEDGEMENT</h4> 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.&nbsp; As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.

Licensed Practical Nurse (35 Hour)(Office/On-site)

<h4>Introduction</h4> The&nbsp;State of Connecticut,&nbsp;Department of Administrative Services (DAS), Bureau of Information Technology Solutions (BITS), currently has one (1) opportunity available for an Application Support Analyst (Information Technology Analyst 1) position, within the Applications Development team, in service of the&nbsp;Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection (DESPP). CONTINUE TO ENJOY <ul><li>Visit our&nbsp;new&nbsp;State Employee Benefits Overview&nbsp;page!</li><li>The opportunity to work for a Forbes top company: 'Forbes'&nbsp;State of Connecticut Ranked One of the Best Employers of 2023&nbsp;- State of CT Receives National Recognition for Offering Job Growth, Competitive Benefits, and Flexible Schedule.</li><li>Professional growth and development opportunities.</li><li>A healthy work/life balance to all&nbsp;employees.</li></ul> POSITION HIGHLIGHTS <ul><li>Full-time, 40 hours per week</li><li>Monday through Friday schedule</li><li>Hybrid position (combination of telework and in office)</li><li>Location: 1111 Country Club Road, Middletown, CT</li><li>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.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ul> THE ROLE The Application Support Analyst will support application software using state of art technologies. The majority of your time will be spent in supporting COLLECT system and on-going production support of VOIP, Network, AFIS Fingerprint system, Surveillance Cameras, Office Renovations, EMU/Vehicle Support of the Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection. This position will provide support for all DESPP application initiatives including COLLECT system, used by local PDs, State, and Federal Agency customers in CT. Using mainframe assembler to maintain LU, IP, and ORI configurations to provide secure access to the COLLECT system. These solutions have direct impact to DAS's commitment to providing timely, fair, competent, cost-effective services that address the needs of state&nbsp;agencies, municipalities, private industry, and the public. The role&nbsp;serves as a support model in support of the agency's mission and in compliance with state and/or federal statutes and laws. The Application Support/Network Analyst 1 will:&nbsp; <ul><li>Supporting the COLLECT System used by local Police Departments, State, and Federal Agency customers in CT.</li><li>Experience in using mainframe assembler to maintain LU, IP, and ORI configurations to provide secure access to the COLLECT system.</li><li>Troubleshooting, initiating, and coordinating network efforts between BITS network teams, Customers, Applications Team, and the State's DESPP COLLECT Business Unit.</li><li>Providing support to the State's VoIP Phone System at DESPP. Including installation of new systems and resolution of problems by working with BITS Unified Communication Team, BITS Edge Networks Team, VoIP Contractors, and VoIP phone customers.</li><li>Provide Network Duties such as:&nbsp; hardware installation, network patching and labeling, asset ID and inventory.</li><li>Provide support for AFIS fingerprint system and VoIP rollouts, surveillance cameras PoE/NVR, office renovations.</li><li>Network equipment upgrades, new installs, repairs; Wi-Fi APs, &amp; UPS's.&nbsp;</li><li>Project Planning: Create diagrams for physical layout, network flow and patch information. Update network switches with pertinent comments for reference.; coordination with end users and contractors.</li><li>EMU/Vehicle Support: contact customer, verify problem, if not correctable by customer, then authorize MHQ repair services.&nbsp;</li><li>Other Support Duties: Configure Printers, Kronos, various network endpoints.</li><li>Creating Technical Design, scope, project requirement documents.</li></ul> ABOUT US The State of Connecticut is undergoing a strategic optimization of our Information Technology (IT) resources, to deliver enterprise-wide services, in more efficient and innovative ways. We are setting trends, not following them. As part of these efforts, the Department of Administrative Services Bureau of Enterprise Systems and Technology (DAS BEST) is joining forces with the majority of Executive Branch, Agency IT organizations, to form a new, centralized team under the Bureau of Information Technology Solutions (BITS). <h4>Selection Plan</h4> To Apply: <ul><li>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.&nbsp; You must specify your qualifications on your application.</li><li>In order to comply with&nbsp;Public Act 21-69, the State of Connecticut is no longer asking for resumes during the initial application process.</li><li>The minimum experience and training requirements must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.</li><li>Please ensure that your application is complete before submitting it. Applicants will be unable to make revisions once their application is submitted into the JobAps system. Applicants who submit and subsequently withdraw their application will not be able to resubmit for the same posting.</li><li>All application materials must be received by the recruiting agency by the time specified on the job opening for the position for which you are applying. Late applications may not be submitted and will not be considered. Exceptions are rare and limited to documented events that incapacitate a candidate during the entire duration of the job posting time period.&nbsp; It is the candidate’s obligation and responsibility to request an exception and provide a legally recognized justification to accommodate such exception.&nbsp; Requests should be made to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:DAS.SHRM@ct.gov" target="_blank">DAS.SHRM@ct.gov</a>.</li></ul> For Assistance In Applying: <ul><li>Please&nbsp;read&nbsp;or&nbsp;watch&nbsp;our Applicant Tips on How to Apply!</li></ul> Important Next Step Information for After You Apply: <ul><li>Although applicants will receive correspondence via email, as a backup they are also encouraged to sign on to their Personal Status Board on a daily basis to monitor their status, view all emailed notices and complete tasks required in the recruitment process.</li><li>This posting may require completion of additional referral questions (RQs). You can access these RQs via an email that will be sent to you after the posting's closing date or by visiting your JobAps Personal Status Board (Certification Questionnaires section). Your responses to these RQs must be submitted by the question's expiration date. Please regularly check your email and JobAps Personal Status Board for notifications. Please check your SPAM and/or Junk folders on a daily basis in the event an email provider places auto-notification emails in a user's spam.</li><li>At any point during the recruitment process, applicants may be required to submit additional documentation which support their qualification(s) for this position.&nbsp; These documents may include:&nbsp; a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the discretion of the hiring agency.</li><li>The immediate vacancies are listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.</li><li>Interviews will be limited to candidates whose experience and training most closely meet the requirements of the position.</li><li>For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from branch to branch but it does not impact your state service credit.</li><li>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 which is available at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.ct.gov/ethics" target="_blank">www.ct.gov/ethics</a></li></ul> Connect With Us: Due to the large volume of applications received, the State of Connecticut is unable to provide confirmation of receipt or status during the recruitment process. Updates will be available through your JobAps portal account. If you have any questions pertaining to this recruitment please contact Hayley Newhouse at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:Hayley.Newhouse@ct.gov" target="_blank">Hayley.Newhouse@ct.gov</a>. <h4>PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)</h4> In a state agency Information Technology (IT) environment, this class is accountable for performing a range of information technology tasks and application development in an IT environment. <h4>EXAMPLES OF DUTIES</h4> Service/Help Support:&nbsp; <ul><li>Responds to calls, email and personnel requests for technical support;&nbsp;</li><li>Tracks status of all problems and monitors open problems;&nbsp;</li><li>Resolves simple to moderate problems by providing support on hardware and software products;&nbsp;</li><li>Resolves simple to moderate technical calls from customers;&nbsp;</li><li>Acts as liaison between other technical staff, users and vendors regarding Help Desk and service requests;&nbsp;</li><li>Monitors personal computer (PC) performance;&nbsp;</li><li>Performs related duties as required.</li></ul>Desktop Services:&nbsp; <ul><li>Diagnoses and resolves PC and simple software problems using a variety of diagnostic tools;&nbsp;</li><li>Uses diagnostic tools to identify hardware and/or software problems and initiates repair;&nbsp;</li><li>Rebuilds PCs and reconfigures user specific settings;&nbsp;</li><li>Installs new software releases of simple to moderate complexity;&nbsp;</li><li>Coordinates installation of and installs, modifies and maintains network components and PC hardware and/or software;&nbsp;</li><li>Assists in implementation of network and/or system hardware and software upgrades and/or enhancements;&nbsp;</li><li>Configures and installs terminal emulation software for host connection;&nbsp;</li><li>Performs related duties as required.</li></ul>Network Services: <ul><li>Provides first level support for network connectivity, or related network issues for user community;&nbsp;</li><li>Assists with diagnoses and resolution of simple network problems;&nbsp;</li><li>Assists with the configuration of network components;&nbsp;</li><li>Resets and reinitializes devices when appropriate;&nbsp;</li><li>Assist in executing specific disaster recovery plans;&nbsp;</li><li>Provides user support and on the spot training to users;&nbsp;</li><li>Performs related duties as required.</li></ul>Software Development: <ul><li>Prepares computer programs for solution of business problems from narrative statements, program specifications and other data as source materials;&nbsp;</li><li>Customizes software applications to meet user requirements;&nbsp;</li><li>Assists systems and application developers in analysis, design and development of information systems;&nbsp;</li><li>Prepares test data;&nbsp;</li><li>Performs system tests;&nbsp;</li><li>Debugs/corrects errors;&nbsp;</li><li>Diagnoses problems with operating systems specific to incompatibility with other applications;&nbsp;</li><li>Acts as liaison between other technical staff, users and vendors regarding basic application design and modification including database management systems;&nbsp;</li><li>Maintains and enhances existing programs;&nbsp;</li><li>Installs system upgrades and patches in support of application software;&nbsp;</li><li>Documents system changes and problem resolutions;&nbsp;</li><li>Participates in project planning sessions with team members to analyze requirements;&nbsp;</li><li>Uses programmer productivity tools; performs related duties as required.</li></ul>Production Control:&nbsp; <ul><li>Performs technical functions in areas of documentation control, production control, systems software and production scheduling;&nbsp;</li><li>Responsible for effective utilization of production control software;&nbsp;</li><li>Prepares production schedule for computer processing;&nbsp;</li><li>Analyzes and resolves production control problems related to area of involvement;&nbsp;</li><li>Performs related duties as required.</li></ul> <h4>KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY</h4> <ul><li>Considerable knowledge of <ul><li>data control functions;&nbsp;</li><li>IT equipment and diagnostic tools;&nbsp;</li></ul></li><li>Knowledge of <ul><li>principles and techniques of computer programming;&nbsp;</li><li>programming languages;&nbsp;</li><li>principles of information systems;&nbsp;</li><li>principles and concepts of network environments;&nbsp;</li><li>computer operating systems;&nbsp;</li><li>fundamental principles and theories of business and planning functions;&nbsp;</li><li>principles and techniques of systems analysis, design and development;&nbsp;</li><li>capabilities of computer equipment and technology;&nbsp;</li></ul></li><li>Considerable <ul><li>technical problem solving skills;&nbsp;</li><li>logic and analytical skills;&nbsp;</li></ul></li><li>Skills <ul><li>interpersonal skills;&nbsp;</li><li>oral and written communication skills;&nbsp;</li></ul></li><li>Considerable ability to install and maintain microcomputer hardware, software and network components;&nbsp;</li><li>Ability to <ul><li>prepare and maintain records, logs, reports, documentation, and manuals;&nbsp;</li><li>write, test and debug computer programs;&nbsp;</li><li>use programming development tools;&nbsp;</li><li>identify, analyze and resolve simple business and technical problems.</li></ul></li></ul> <h4>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE</h4> Five (5) years of experience in information technology (IT) operations support, programming or another IT related support area. <h4>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SPECIAL EXPERIENCE</h4> Two (2) years of the General Experience must have been performing basic technical support work in such areas as:&nbsp; <ul><li>help desk functions;&nbsp;</li><li>installing and maintaining basic computer hardware and software;&nbsp;</li><li>data communications, microcomputer support, production control or programming;&nbsp;</li><li>performing any closely related basic technical support function.</li></ul> NOTE: For state employees basic technical support work is interpreted at the level of an Information Technology Technician. <h4>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED</h4> <ul><li>College training in management information systems, computer science or information technology related area 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.</li><li>A Master's degree in management information systems, computer science or electrical engineering may be substituted for the General and Special Experience.</li><li>For state employees two (2) years as an Information Technology Technician may be substituted for the General and Special Experience.</li><li>Successful completion of an Information Technology Analyst Trainee program approved by the Department of Administrative Services may be substituted for the General and Special Experience.</li></ul> <h4>PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS</h4> <ul><li>Experience supporting and maintaining electronic systems for emergency vehicles and building infrastructure.&nbsp;</li><li>Experience with supporting the COLLECT System and its customers.</li><li>Experience supporting VoIP phone deployment and maintenance.</li><li>Experience working, coordinating, and monitoring infrastructure contractors.</li><li>Experience with managing and the deployment of projects from a technical, financial, and business perspective.</li></ul> <h4>Conclusion</h4> 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. <h4>ACKNOWLEDGEMENT</h4> 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.

Application Support Analyst(Information Technology Analyst 1 (40 Hour))

<h4>Introduction</h4> Students who will be graduating with an Associate's degree or higher, in Engineering Technology or Construction Technology by the end of May 2025 are strongly encouraged to apply! TheState of Connecticut,&nbsp;Department of Transportation&nbsp;(DOT),&nbsp;is now accepting applications for an exciting&nbsp;Transportation Engineer Technician Trainee&nbsp;position within the Bureau of Engineering and Construction, District 1 Surveys Section in Rocky Hill. WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU <ul><li>Visit our&nbsp;new&nbsp;State Employee Benefits Overview&nbsp;page!</li><li>Work for a Forbes top company: 'Forbes'&nbsp;State of Connecticut Ranked One of the Best Employers of 2023&nbsp;- State of CT Receives National Recognition for Offering Job Growth, Competitive Benefits, and Flexible Schedule.</li><li>Professional growth and development opportunities.</li><li>A healthy&nbsp;work/life balance&nbsp;to all employees.</li><li>Join an award winning agency! CTDOT was recently awarded the Employer of the Year award by the Connecticut Society of Civil Engineers (CSCE) and named the Women's Transportation Seminar (WTS) CT Employer of the Year for 2024!</li></ul> POSITION HIGHLIGHTS <ul><li>Full Time, 40 hours per week</li><li>Monday through Friday, 6:30 AM to 3:00 PM&nbsp;</li><li>First Shift</li><li>Location: District 1, Rocky Hill, CT</li><li>P-4 (Engineering and Scientific) bargaining unit.</li></ul> THE ROLE The District 1 Surveys section performs various types of land surveying, including topographic mapping, boundary and construction surveys. Microstation/Bentley OpenRoads CADD (computer aided design and drafting) is utilized to prepare, revise and edit land surveys for mapping; develop topographic mapping and DTM’s (Digital Terrain Models) for future Highway and Railroad construction projects and support ongoing construction projects. Transportation Engineer Technician Trainees will learn to operate survey field instruments, such as conventional and robotic Total Stations, Auto and Digital Levels and GPS receivers. They will also: <ul><li>Perform Land Surveying duties, in support of transportation construction engineering projects.</li><li>Operate and maintain various surveying instruments.</li><li>Learn the methods and procedures of Land Surveying.</li><li>Learn topographic, construction and boundary surveying.</li><li>Perform related duties as required. </li></ul> PROMOTIONAL OPPORTUNITY Transportation Engineer Technician Trainees receive training to develop technical engineering skills and knowledge. After successfully completing a one-year training program, trainees are eligible for promotion to the target class of&nbsp;Transportation Engineer Technician.&nbsp; ABOUT US The mission of the DOT is to provide a safe and efficient intermodal transportation network that improves the quality of life and promotes economic vitality for the State and the region. To learn more about our mission, vision and values, please click&nbsp;here. Visit&nbsp;our website&nbsp;to learn more about the Connecticut DOT!&nbsp; Watch the videos below to learn what Transportation Engineers do at the Connecticut DOT! <h4>Selection Plan</h4> TO APPLY <ul><li>In order to be considered for this job opening, you must meet the Minimum Qualifications as listed on this job opening. You must specify your qualifications on your application.</li><li>The minimum experience and training requirements must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.</li><li>In order to receive educational credits toward qualification for this job posting, the institution must be accredited.&nbsp; 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 recruiter listed on this job posting.&nbsp;</li><li>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.</li><li>Ensure that your application is complete and detailed before submitting it. In order to comply with&nbsp;Public Act 21-69, the&nbsp;State of Connecticut is no longer asking for resumes during the initial application process. You will not be able to make revisions once your application is submitted into the JobAps system.</li><li>Please 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.</li><li>All application materials must be received by the recruiting agency by the time specified on the job opening for the position for which you are applying. Late applications may not be submitted and will not be considered. Exceptions are rare and limited to documented events that incapacitate a candidate during the entire duration of the job posting time period. It is the candidate’s obligation and responsibility to request an exception and provide a legally recognized justification to accommodate such exception. Requests should be made to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:DAS.SHRM@ct.gov" target="_blank">DAS.SHRM@ct.gov</a>.</li></ul> FOR ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING <ul><li>Please&nbsp;read&nbsp;or&nbsp;watch&nbsp;our&nbsp;Applicant Tips on How to Apply.</li></ul> IMPORTANT INFORMATION AFTER YOU APPLY <ul><li>This posting may require completion of additional referral questions (RQs). You can access these RQs via an email that will be sent to you after the posting's closing date or by visiting your JobAps Personal Status Board (Certification Questionnaires section). Your responses to these RQs must be submitted by the questionnaire's expiration date. Please regularly check your email and JobAps Personal Status Board for notifications. Please check your SPAM and/or Junk folders on a daily&nbsp;basis in the event an email provider places auto-notification emails in a user's spam.</li><li>Although applicants will receive correspondence via email, as a backup they are also encouraged to sign on to their Personal Status Board on a daily basis to monitor their status, view all emailed notices and complete tasks required in the recruitment process.</li><li>Note: At any point during the recruitment process, applicants may be required to submit additional documentation which support their qualification(s) for this position. These documents may include: a cover letter, resume, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the discretion of the hiring agency.</li><li>Interviews will be limited to candidates whose experience and training most closely meet the requirements of the position.</li><li>Read through this helpful link to&nbsp;prepare for your interview.</li><li>The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.</li></ul> CONNECT WITH US <ul><li>Due to the large volume of applications received, we are unable to provide confirmation of receipt or status during the recruitment process. Updates will be available through your JobAps portal account. Should you have any questions pertaining to this recruitment, please contact Brittney Woodley at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:brittney.woodley@ct.gov" target="_blank">brittney.woodley@ct.gov</a>.</li></ul> <h4>PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)</h4> In the Department of Transportation this class is accountable for receiving on-the-job training in performing basic technical engineering work for the development of knowledge and skills to qualify for advancement in the field of construction engineering, surveying and materials testing. <h4>EXAMPLES OF DUTIES</h4> Performs a wide variety of increasingly difficult duties as technical skills are acquired during course of training period. <h4>KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY</h4> <ul><li>Knowledge of basic construction engineering theories, principles and methods;</li><li>Skill in use of drafting and calculating instruments and computer applications;</li><li>Considerable ability in performing mathematical computations;</li><li>Ability to prepare accurate drawings.</li></ul> <h4>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE</h4> An Associate’s degree in engineering technology or construction technology. <h4>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED</h4> <ul><li>Possession of at least Level II certification in the Civil Engineering Technology-Transportation Program, Highway Construction Inspection or Highway Surveys from the National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) may be substituted for the General Experience.</li><li>Possession of at least Level II certification in the Certified Survey Technician Program of the National Society of Professional Surveyors (Office Track for computer operators and Field Track for instrument operators) may be substituted for the Associate’s degree requirement.</li></ul> <h4>PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS</h4> <ul><li>Knowledge of surveying and surveying equipment.</li><li>Experience working with arithmetic, geometry and trigonometry in work or academic scenarios.</li><li>Experience working as part of a team in work or academic scenarios.</li></ul> <h4>SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS</h4> <ul><li>Incumbents in this class may be required to possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s license.</li><li>Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.</li></ul> <h4>WORKING CONDITIONS</h4> Incumbents in this class may be exposed to some danger of injury or physical harm from highway or construction environments and a moderate degree of discomfort from exposure to year round weather conditions. <h4>Conclusion</h4> 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. <h4>ACKNOWLEDGEMENT</h4> 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.&nbsp; As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.

Transportation Engineer Technician Trainee (40 Hour)(Office/On-Site)

<h4>Introduction</h4> Are you a current State of Connecticut&nbsp;employee with experience completing complex clerical work in accounting or payroll? If so, we invite you to check out this opportunity to join our team as a Payroll Officer 1! At the Department of Labor (DOL),&nbsp;we&nbsp;are currently seeking a qualified individual for a Payroll Officer 1 position in our Payroll Unit, located in Wethersfield, CT. Position Highlights&nbsp; <ul><li>Monday – Friday; 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.</li><li>Located in Wethersfield</li></ul> Your role as a&nbsp;Payroll Officer 1 This position is responsible for the payroll and employee benefit functions for both the Department of Labor and Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities.&nbsp; What We Can Offer You: <ul><li>Visit our&nbsp;newState Employee Benefits Overview&nbsp;page!</li><li>The opportunity to work for a Forbes top company: 'Forbes'&nbsp;State of Connecticut Ranked One of the Best Employers of 2023&nbsp;- State of CT Receives National Recognition for Offering Job Growth, Competitive Benefits, and Flexible Schedule</li><li>Professional growth and development opportunities</li><li>A healthy&nbsp;work/life balance&nbsp;to all employees</li></ul> About Us: The Department of Labor (DOL) is committed to protecting and promoting the interests of Connecticut workers. In order to accomplish this in an ever-changing environment, we assist workers and employers to become competitive in the global economy.&nbsp; We take a comprehensive approach to meeting the needs of workers and employers, and the other agencies that serve them.&nbsp; We ensure the supply of high-quality integrated services that serve the needs of our customers.&nbsp;&nbsp; We encourage you to continue your career with&nbsp;us and the rest of the&nbsp;DOL&nbsp;team! <h4>Selection Plan</h4> In order to be considered for this job opening, you must be a current State of CT&nbsp;employee, who has worked for the state for at least six (6) months of full-time service or full-time equivalent service, absent any applicable collective bargaining language, and meet the Minimum Qualifications as listed on the job opening.&nbsp; You must&nbsp;specify your qualifications on your application. For Assistance in Applying: Please&nbsp;read&nbsp;or&nbsp;watch&nbsp;our&nbsp;Applicant Tips on How to Apply! Application Process: This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules.&nbsp; In order to comply with Public Act 21-69, the State of Connecticut is no longer asking for resumes during the initial application process. In order to be considered for this job opening, you must meet the minimum qualifications as listed on the job opening. You must specify your qualifications on your application. The minimum experience and training requirements must be met by the close date, unless otherwise specified. The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class. All application materials must be received by the recruiting agency by the time specified on the job opening for the position for which you are applying. Late applications may not be submitted and will not be considered. Exceptions are rare and limited to documented events that incapacitate a candidate during the entire duration of the job posting time period. It is the candidate’s obligation and responsibility to request an exception and provide a legally recognized justification to accommodate such exception. Requests should be made to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:DAS.SHRM@ct.gov" target="_blank">DAS.SHRM@ct.gov</a>. Please ensure that your application is complete. You will be unable to make revisions once you officially submit your application to the state of Connecticut. Selection Process: This posting may require completion of additional referral questions (RQs) which will be sent to you via email after the closing date. The email notification will include an expiration date by which you must submit (Finish) your responses. Please regularly check your email for notifications. Please check your SPAM and/or Junk folders, as emails could end up there in error. During the recruitment process, applicants may be required to submit additional documentation supporting their qualification(s) for this position. These documents may include performance reviews, supervisory references, college transcripts, licensure, etc. at the discretion of the agency. 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. Read through this helpful link to&nbsp;prepare for your interview. Contact Information: Due to the large volume of applications received, we are unable to provide confirmation of receipt or status during the recruitment process.&nbsp; Should you have any questions pertaining to this recruitment, please contact Ethan Ives at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:Ethan.Ives@ct.gov" target="_blank">Ethan.Ives@ct.gov</a>. <h4>PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)</h4> In a state agency, facility or institution this class is accountable for supervising a small payroll operation or assisting in supervising a moderate to large size payroll operation. <h4>EXAMPLES OF DUTIES</h4> <ul><li>Schedules, assigns, oversees and reviews work of staff;</li><li>Provides staff training and assistance;</li><li>Conducts performance evaluations;</li><li>Determines priorities and plans unit work;</li><li>Establishes and maintains unit procedures;</li><li>Develops or makes recommendations on development of policies and standards;</li><li>Acts as liaison with other operating units, agencies and outside officials regarding unit policies and procedures;</li><li>Prepares reports and correspondence;</li><li>Reviews accuracy of payroll including shift differential payments, annual increases, collective bargaining increases, retirement calculations, workers compensation benefits and revisions for attachments;</li><li>Prepares or closely supervises more complex portions of a payroll such as retroactive payments or garnishments;</li><li>Supervises reconciliation of payroll deductions and coding of payroll expenditures;</li><li>Supervises maintenance of time records including issuing semi-annual leave balances;</li><li>Supervises control and distribution of paychecks;</li><li>Answers employees questions relating to payroll;</li><li>May compile payroll expenditure data for budget preparation;</li><li>May provide information and process paperwork regarding employee fringe benefits;</li><li>Performs related duties as required.</li></ul> <h4>KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY</h4> <ul><li>Considerable knowledge of <ul><li>relevant agency policies and procedures;</li><li>and ability to apply relevant state and federal laws, statutes and regulations;</li></ul></li><li>Knowledge of <ul><li>and ability to apply state payroll policies and procedures;</li><li>uses of office machinery used in accounting work;</li><li>governmental accounting as it applies to payroll;</li></ul></li><li>Considerable <ul><li>interpersonal skills;</li><li>oral communication skills;</li><li>skill in performing arithmetical computations;</li></ul></li><li>Supervisory ability.</li></ul> <h4>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE</h4> Five (5) years of experience in complex clerical work in accounting or payroll. <h4>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SPECIAL EXPERIENCE</h4> Two (2) years of the General Experience must have had payroll preparation as the principal responsibility. NOTE: For state employees this experience is interpreted at the level of a payroll clerk. <h4>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED</h4> 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. <h4>PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS</h4> <ul><li>Experience with CoreCT HRMS</li><li>Experience in organization and supervising the work of others</li><li>Experience with interpreting and implementing bargaining/contracts agreements</li><li>Experience preparing payroll functions including longevity and all bargaining bonus payments</li><li>Experience interpreting Health insurance changes and benefit billing</li><li>Experience with preparing reports through PeopleSoft Financial Systems and/or STARS</li><li>Experience with Microsoft Excel, including creating formulas, V-lookups, and pivot tables</li><li>Experience in auditing payroll coding (combination-codes)</li><li>Experience requesting and tracking petty cash requests</li><li>Experience processing COP9 wage adjustments</li></ul> <h4>SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS</h4> 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 (GED) certification by the time of permanent appointment. <h4>Conclusion</h4> 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. <h4>ACKNOWLEDGEMENT</h4> 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.&nbsp; As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.

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