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State of Connecticut

Senior PeopleSoft Financial Developer(Information Technology Analyst 3 (40 Hour))

<br><h4>Introduction</h4><br>The&nbsp;State of Connecticut&nbsp;Department of Agriculture (DoAg) is hiring for two&nbsp;Property Agent 1&nbsp;positions to join the Farmland Preservation Unit of the Bureau of Agricultural Development and Resource Preservation.<br><br>WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU<br><br><ul><li>Visit our&nbsp;<strong>newState Employee Benefits Overview</strong>&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&nbsp;balance to all employees.</li></ul><br><br><strong>POSITION HIGHLIGHTS</strong><br><br><ul><li>Monday - Friday.</li><li>Full Time, 35 hours per week.</li><li>First Shift.</li><li>Location: 450 Columbus Boulevard in Hartford.&nbsp;</li><li>Hybrid&nbsp;telework schedules available (combination of in office and remote work).</li><li><strong>Frequent days spent outdoors conducting on-site fieldwork and analysis are expected.</strong></li></ul><br><br><strong>THE ROLE</strong><br><br>The Property Agent 1&nbsp;will support the Farmland Preservation Program through the stewardship of farmland parcels that the CT Department of Agriculture has Purchased the Development Rights (PDR) on.&nbsp;The successful candidate will independently perform a full range of tasks in technical phases of conservation easement acquisition, monitoring, and stewardship of conservation easements.<br><br><strong>NOTE:</strong>&nbsp;This role does not require involvement with the appraisal of real property. Real estate appraisal courses, a current Connecticut Real Estate Appraiser license and either a residential and/or general appraiser certification are not required by this position.<br><br>The Property Agent 1 can expect to:<br><br><ul><li>Engage with farmers and farmland owners.&nbsp;</li><li>Conduct field investigations.&nbsp;</li><li>Read and apply property deed terms.&nbsp;</li><li>Work in Excel to calculate formulas. Review, and create Geographic Information System (GIS) maps, and apply learned knowledge to write stewardship monitoring reports.</li><li>Coordinate with and provide outreach to farmers, federal agencies, municipalities, non-profit land trusts, soil scientists, attorneys, and other organizations involved in farmland preservation, farmland access, and long-term land stewardship.&nbsp;</li><li>May also assist and periodically engage with the Connecticut Farmlink Program.</li></ul><br><br><strong>ABOUT US</strong><br><br>The mission of the Department of Agriculture is to foster a healthy economic, environmental and social climate for agriculture by developing, promoting, and regulating agricultural businesses; protecting agricultural and aquacultural resources; enforcing laws pertaining to domestic animals; and promoting an understanding among the state's citizens of the diversity of Connecticut agriculture, its cultural heritage and its contribution to the state's economy.<br><br><strong><br><br><strong>Watch the video below to see what it's like to be a State of Connecticut employee!</strong><br><br></strong><br><h4>Selection Plan</h4><br><strong>TO APPLY</strong><br><br><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>This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules.<br></li><li><strong>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;</strong></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><br><br><strong>FOR ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING</strong><br><br><ul><li>Please&nbsp;read&nbsp;or&nbsp;watch&nbsp;our&nbsp;Applicant Tips on How to Apply.</li></ul><br><br><strong>IMPORTANT INFORMATION AFTER YOU APPLY</strong><br><br><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><br><br><strong>CONNECT WITH US</strong><br><br><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><br><h4>PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)</h4><br>    In a state agency having a property acquisition and leasing function this class is accountable for independently performing a full range of tasks in technical phases of property acquisition, disposal, commercial leasing and revenue management.   <br><h4>EXAMPLES OF DUTIES</h4><br><ul><li>Conducts negotiations    necessary to secure property, property rights and commercial lease agreements;</li><li>Conducts title searches    and related research;</li><li>Prepares deeds and draws    maps from survey notes;</li><li>Collects and analyzes    data in property market values;</li><li>Conducts site    inspections of proposed land acquisitions;</li><li>Prepares leases    agreements, easements and other agreements related to land acquisition,    property management and revenue development;</li><li>Processes disposal and    sale of state owned land and buildings;</li><li>Maintains records and    prepares reports;</li><li>May recommend items for    salvage in properties to be demolished;</li><li>May supervise    maintenance of buildings and grounds of acquired property;</li><li>May assist in municipal    grants in aid programs;</li><li>Performs related duties    as required.</li></ul><br><h4>KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY</h4><br><ul><li>Knowledge of    <ul><li>principles and practices        of land acquisition by purchase or condemnation;</li><li>principles and practices        of real property title examination, abstraction and conveyance;</li><li>commercial lease        agreements and revenue management;</li><li>relevant state and        federal laws, statutes and regulations;</li><li>property values and        appraisal methods;</li><li>deed and tract        restrictions, zoning ordinances, setbacks, assessments and encroachments and        their effect on property values;</li></ul></li><li>Considerable    <ul><li>interpersonal skills;</li><li>oral and written        communication skills;</li></ul></li><li>Ability to utilize    computer software.</li></ul><br><h4>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE</h4><br>    Six (6) years of technical experience in rights of way, real estate appraisal, land acquisition, sale of real property, commercial leasing or property management.   <br><h4>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED</h4><br><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>Certification by the    International Right of Way Association as a Senior Right of Way Professional    may be substituted for one (1) additional year of the General Experience.</li><li>Successful completion of    a Connecticut Careers Trainee program approved by the Department of    Administrative Services may be substituted for the General Experience.</li></ul><br><h4>PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS</h4><br><ul><li>Experience interacting with municipalities, land conservation organizations, or farmers, including farm businesses.</li><li>Experience creating and modifying GIS maps using GIS software.</li><li>Experience preparing stewardship reports or baseline documentation reports.</li><li>Experience independently being outdoors or working in inclement weather conditions.              </li><li>Experience with farmland access.</li><li>Experience reviewing legal real estate documents, including property deeds and property boundary surveys.</li></ul><br><h4>SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS</h4><br><ul><li>Incumbents in this class involved with the appraisal of real property must successfully complete agency specified real estate appraisal courses and possess and retain a current Connecticut Real Estate Appraiser license and either a residential and/or general appraiser certification as required by the position.</li><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><br><h4>Conclusion</h4><br><strong>AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER</strong><br>The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.   <br><h4>ACKNOWLEDGEMENT</h4><br>    As defined by Sec. 5-196of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group ofpositions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a singletitle for administrative purposes.&nbsp; Assuch, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/orresponsibility.   <br>

Property Agent 1 (35 Hour) | Hybrid

<br><h4>Introduction</h4><br><em>If you currently hold a Commercial Driver License (CDL) and are seeking a career in transportation and highway maintenance, come join a great team of employees dedicated to keeping our roads and highways safe and improving travel throughout Connecticut!</em><br><br>The&nbsp;State of Connecticut,&nbsp;Department of Transportation&nbsp;(DOT), is now accepting applications for a <strong>CDL Driver/Highway Maintainer (Transportation Maintainer 2)</strong>&nbsp;positions in Groton, Old Saybrook and Waterford, CT.<br><br><strong>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.<br><br>PLEASE LIST ANY OTHER JOB-RELEVANT LICENSES OR CERTIFICATIONS IN THE “LICENSES AND PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONS” SECTION AS WELL.</strong><br><br><strong>WE CAN OFFER YOU:</strong><br><ul><li><strong>Visit our&nbsp;new&nbsp;State Employee Benefits Overview&nbsp;page!</strong></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;- <strong>State of CT Receives National Recognition for Offering Job Growth, Competitive Benefits, and Flexible Schedule.</strong></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 <strong>Employer of the Year </strong>award by the <strong>Connecticut Society of Civil Engineers</strong> (CSCE) and named the <strong>Women's Transportation Seminar </strong>(WTS) CT Employer of the Year for 2024!</li></ul><br><strong>POSITION HIGHLIGHTS</strong><br><ul><li>Full time, 40 hours per week</li><li>Monday through Friday</li><li>First shift, 7:30 am to 4 pm</li><li>On-site work environment</li></ul><br><br><strong><br><strong>POSITION REQUIREMENTS</strong><br><br><ul><li>You must live within 20 miles of the garage location.</li><li>You must possess a valid&nbsp;<strong>Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Class A or B with Tanker and Airbrakes endorsement</strong>. You must also have a valid Medical Examiner's Card (MEC).&nbsp; Your application will not be reviewed if you do not list your license number, class, expiration date, and issuing state in the "Licenses and Professional Certifications" section of your application.</li><li>Military members and recently-honorably discharged veterans who possess at least two years' experience in operating a commercial motor vehicle as part of their military job requirements may qualify for these opportunities based on meeting the CDL Skills Test Exemption for Military Applicants (Military Skills Test Waiver Form) as outlined on the&nbsp;CT DMV website.</li><li>Must be willing to accept assignment to emergency duties including snow and ice removal, whenever your services are needed; this includes mandatory winter overtime from November 1 through April 30 (no out of state vacations will be approved during this period).</li><li>Various storm events will require employees to stay at work for the duration of the storm. At times this could be up to a period of several days, including holidays and weekends.</li><li>Applicants invited to interview will be required to produce a copy of their CDL Class A or B, their valid MEC, and a thoroughly completed Connecticut Department of Transportation Commercial Driver Supplement (CTDOT-CDL-1) form, as well as a copy of their&nbsp;Master Application.</li></ul><br></strong><br><br><strong>THE ROLE</strong><br><br><ul><li>The CDL Drivers will perform a full range of tasks in construction, maintenance, and repair of State roadways, bridges, and more.</li><li>CDL Drivers will maintain small and less complex mechanical equipment or assist on larger equipment.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ul><br><br><strong>WHO WE ARE</strong><br><br><strong>As one of Connecticut's largest State agencies, DOT employs approximately 3,300 individuals statewide in five distict bureaus. 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 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.</strong><br><br><strong>Learn more about our mission, vison, and values by clicking&nbsp;here!</strong><br><br><strong><br>Watch the video below to see what it's like to be a State of Connecticut employee!<br><br></strong><br><h4>Selection Plan</h4><br>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.&nbsp;<br><br>This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules.<br><br>PLEASE ENSURE THAT YOU LIST ANY JOB-RELEVANT LICENSES OR CERTIFICATIONS IN THE “LICENSES AND PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONS” SECTION OF YOUR APPLICATION.<br><br><strong>To Apply:</strong><br><br><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>For Bridge positions, a respirator test may be required for certain locations.</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><strong>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 recruiter listed on this job posting.</strong><br><br></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><br><br><strong>FOR ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING:<br><br></strong><br><br><ul><li>Please&nbsp;read&nbsp;or&nbsp;watch&nbsp;our&nbsp;Applicant Tips on How to Apply!</li></ul><br><br><strong>Important Information After You Apply:</strong><br><br><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>The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.</li><li>Read through this helpful link to&nbsp;<strong>prepare for your interview.</strong></li></ul><br><br><strong>Connect With Us:</strong><br><br><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&nbsp;<a href="mailto:Jasmyn.Raymond@ct.gov" target="_blank">Jasmyn.Raymond@ct.gov</a>.&nbsp;</li><li>Follow the State of Connecticut on&nbsp;LinkedIn.</li></ul><br><h4>PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)</h4><br>In the Department of Transportation and the Connecticut Airport Authority this class is accountablefor performing a variety of moderately skilled tasks in the construction, maintenance, and repair of state roadsides, roadways, bridges, airports, and other departmental facilities; operates andmaintains complex mechanical equipment; works as a moderately skilled mechanic in garages in theroutine repair of mechanical equipment.<br><h4>EXAMPLES OF DUTIES</h4><br>    The following is a listing of examples of trucks, equipment, tasks or related duties, the operating, maintaining or performing of which are considered to be the responsibilities and duties of positions in this class:<br><br><strong>TRUCKS:</strong><br><br><ul><li>Three (3) ton to nine (9) ton trucks, dump, platform or refuse with or without winch;</li><li>All of the above when using the following attachments:    <ul><li>Snow plows;</li><li>Duo Dump Truck;</li><li>Crash Attenuators;</li><li>Trailers and towed equipment (except tilt bed trailers);</li></ul></li><li>Pickup, (to include two (2) &amp; four (4) wheel drive vehicles) when using:    <ul><li>Trailers or towed equipment;</li><li>Snowplows or hopper type spreaders;</li><li>Bridge utility truck;</li><li>Compressor trucks;</li><li>Aerial bucket trucks;</li><li>Wreckers with winch;</li><li>Tandem/10-Wheel Dump Truck.</li></ul></li></ul><br><strong>EQUIPMENT:</strong><br><br><ul><li>Bituminous curbing machines;</li><li>Pothole Patcher;</li><li>Tractor Mowers with single flail;</li><li>Wood chippers;</li><li>Chain saws;</li><li>Culvert cleaning machines;</li><li>Compressors, and/or compressor tools;</li><li>Concrete mixers;</li><li>Concrete vibrators;</li><li>Hydraulic or engine driven tools;</li><li>Test Boring;</li><li>Class twenty four (24) tractor including attachments;</li><li>Wing plow or other side mounted attachments;</li><li>Fork lift.</li></ul><strong>DUTIES:</strong><br><br><ul><li>Survey monument setting;</li><li>Burning and cutting with acetylene torch;</li><li>Flagger (traffic control);</li><li>May assist a Material Storage Supervisor with stores section material handling;</li><li>Performing moderately skilled tasks in one or more of the following areas or trades:    <ul><li>Construction;</li><li>Maintenance;</li><li>Mechanical repair;</li><li>Electrical;</li><li>Carpentry;</li><li>Masonry;</li><li>Welding;</li><li>Plumbing;</li><li>Painting;</li></ul></li><li>Relief ferry mate, drawbridge attendant and/or rest area attendant;</li><li>In addition to other duties, may assist a Transportation General Supervisor, Transportation Garage Supervisor, or Transportation District Electrical Supervisor in preparing and checking various reports or operating a two-way radio in a District Maintenance unit;</li><li>Wildlife hazard control;</li><li>Radio monitoring and communication;</li><li>Escort vendors, contractors, etc. in secure areas (state owned airports only);</li><li>In addition to other duties, may function as a guard/watchperson or be required to receive training in, stand by for and respond to fire and/or crash emergency situations at state-owned airports;</li><li>Performs related duties as required.</li></ul><br><h4>KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY</h4><br><ul><li>Knowledge of    <ul><li>the construction, maintenance, and repair techniques of roadsides, roadways, bridges, or airports;&nbsp;</li><li>the processes and materials used in the construction and maintenance trades;&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    <ul><li>use and make routine repairs to complex mechanical equipment;&nbsp;</li><li>operate equipment as listed on the attached addendum;&nbsp;</li><li>understand and follow written and oral instructions;&nbsp;</li><li>utilize computer software.</li></ul></li></ul><br><h4>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE</h4><br>One (1) year of experience in the construction, landscaping, commercial driving, snow plowing,maintenance and repair of roadsides, roadways, bridges or airports, in work involving the operationand care of mechanical equipment or work in one of the recognized maintenance trades.<br><h4>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED</h4><br><ul><li>Graduation from a vocational or technical school with a diploma designating completion of the    subject requirements in one of the maintenance trades may be substituted for the General    Experience.</li><li>Successful completion of the Transportation Maintenance Registered Apprenticeship Program approved by the Department of Administrative Services may be substituted for the General Experience.</li></ul><br><h4>PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS</h4><br><ul><li>Experience with snow removal</li><li>Experience with landscaping</li><li>Experience with construction</li><li>Experience driving CDL vehicles</li><li>Experience working with heights</li></ul><br><h4>SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS</h4><br><ul><li>Incumbents in this class may be required by the appointing authority to possess and retain    appropriate current licenses, permits and/or certifications.</li><li>Incumbents in this class must be willing to accept assignment to emergency duties, including    snow and ice removal, whenever their services are required.</li></ul><br><h4>CHARACTER REQUIREMENTS</h4><br>At state airports: In addition to the checking of references and of facts stated in the application, athorough background investigation of each candidate may be made before persons are certified forappointment.<br><h4>PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS</h4><br><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 the duties of    the class.</li><li>A physical examination will be required.</li></ul><br><h4>WORKING CONDITIONS</h4><br><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><br><h4>Conclusion</h4><br><strong>AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER</strong><br><br>The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.<br><h4>ACKNOWLEDGEMENT</h4><br>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.<br>

CDL Driver/Highway Maintainer(Transportation Maintainer 2)

<br><h4>Introduction</h4><br><strong>Do you have at least two (2) years of experience&nbsp;in landscape maintenance or vegetable gardening&nbsp;OR&nbsp;have you graduated from a vocational or technical school with a diploma designating completion of subject requirements in a maintenance trade area? If so, we encourage you to consider the Skilled Maintainer position!</strong><br><br>The&nbsp;<strong><strong>State of Connecticut</strong></strong>, Connecticut Technical Education and Career System (<strong><strong>CTECS</strong></strong>) is currently recruiting for one (1) full-time <strong><strong>Skilled Maintainer</strong></strong> position at Ella T. Grasso Technical High School in Groton, CT.<br><br><strong>Position Highlights:</strong><br><br><ul><li>Full-time | 1st Shift | 37.5 Hours per week</li><li>Monday – Friday | 6:00 am – 2:00 pm</li></ul><br><br><strong>In your role as a Skilled Maintainer, you will have the opportunity to:</strong><br><br><ul><li>Perform specialized landscaping tasks such as flower garden landscaping, athletic field preparation and maintenance, and other non-routine landscaping functions;</li><li>In addition to trades tasks performed by lower level maintainers performs the following skilled tasks for a substantial amount of time (75%) as an assistant to a trades person:    <ul><li>Construction, maintenance and repair as a painter, plasterer, carpenter, electrician, mason, plumber and/or steamfitter, tinsmith or comparable trades person;</li></ul></li><li>Perform related duties as required.</li></ul><br><br><strong>What we can offer you:</strong><br><br><ul><li>View our <strong>new</strong><strong>State Employee Benefits Overview</strong> 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: <strong>‘Forbes’ </strong><strong>State of Connecticut Ranked one of the best Employers of 2023</strong> – 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 <strong>here</strong> for more information.</li></ul><br><br><strong>Mission and Beliefs:</strong><br><br>Through exemplary trade and academic programming, CTECS prepares trade-bound students to meet the skilled workforce needs in Connecticut.<br><h4>Selection Plan</h4><br><strong>FOR ASSISTANCE WITH APPLYING:</strong><br><br>Please <strong><strong>read</strong></strong> or <strong><strong>watch</strong></strong> our Applicant Tips on How to Apply!<br><br><strong>To Apply:</strong><br><br><ul><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>For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from one of the three branches of government (i.e., Executive, Legislative, Judicial) to the other.</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><br><br><strong>Important Next Step Information for After You Apply:</strong><br><br><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: <strong><strong>Click Here</strong></strong></li><li>Read through this helpful link to <strong><strong>prepare for your interview</strong></strong>.</li></ul><br><br><strong>Connect With Us:</strong><br><br><ul><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><br><h4>PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)</h4><br>In a state agency this class is accountable for performing one or more tasks of a skilled nature (requiring prior experience or training, below the level of a specialized trades worker which would give the incumbent proficiency in required knowledges, skills and abilities on the first day of the job) in addition to performing lower level duties. Only complex tasks should be learned on the job. Tasks performed will be in one or several of the following areas:<br><br><ul><li>Building and equipment maintenance (operational and remedial) including the operation of trucks of five (5) ton or greater capacity or complex motorized equipment;</li><li>Grounds care as a supervisor and/or specialized landscaping functions;</li><li>Assists Qualified Craft Workers or other higher level employees in the trades areas.</li></ul><br><h4>EXAMPLES OF DUTIES</h4><br>    See attached addendum.   <br><h4>KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY</h4><br><ul><li>Considerable knowledge of methods, tools, equipment, materials and procedures of specific trade or work area concerned;&nbsp;</li><li>Knowledge of maintenance problems and their proper handling;&nbsp;</li><li>Skills    <ul><li>manual and machine operations of trade or work area skills;&nbsp;</li><li>interpersonal skills;&nbsp;</li><li>oral and written communication skills;&nbsp;</li></ul></li><li>Ability to    <ul><li>follow written and oral instructions;&nbsp;</li><li>utilize computer software.</li></ul></li></ul><br><h4>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE</h4><br>Two (2) years of experience in one of the following areas:<br><br><ul><li>One of the skilled trades;</li><li>Landscape maintenance or vegetable gardening;</li><li>Operation of motor trucks or large buses.</li></ul><br><br>The experience area should reflect the needs of the position.<br><h4>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED</h4><br>    Graduation from a vocational or technical school with a diploma designating completion of subject requirements in a maintenance trade area may be substituted for the General Experience.   <br><h4>PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS</h4><br><ul><li>Maintenance experience in a school or large building</li><li>Experience performing ground care/landscape maintenance on school grounds or large facilities</li><li>Experience with specialized landscaping tasks such as flower garden landscaping, athletic field preparation and maintenance, and other non-routine landscaping functions</li><li>Experience with cleaning of school grounds/large facility service areas and sidewalks (including snow and ice removal)</li><li>Experience with weed and pest management</li><li>Experience in construction, maintenance and repair as a painter, plasterer, carpenter, electrician, mason, plumber and/or steamfitter, tinsmith or comparable trades person<br></li></ul><br><h4>SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS</h4><br>    Incumbents in this class may be required by the appointing authority to possess and retain appropriate current licenses, permits and/or certifications.   <br><h4>PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS</h4><br><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><br><h4>WORKING CONDITIONS</h4><br><ul><li>Incumbents in this class may be required to lift moderate to heavy weights and may be exposed to significant levels of dust, heat, noise, extreme weather conditions and risk of injury from equipment and assaultive and/or abusive individuals.</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><br><h4>Conclusion</h4><br><strong>AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER</strong><br><br>The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.<br><h4>ACKNOWLEDGEMENT</h4><br>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.<br>

Skilled Maintainer (37.5 Hour)(Office/On-site)

<br><h4>Introduction</h4><br>The State of Connecticut&nbsp;Department of Agriculture (DoAg)&nbsp;seeks a full time Property Agent Trainee (Connecticut Careers Trainee (Engineering And Related)) with a target class of Property Agent 1 to join the Farmland Preservation Unit of the Bureau of Agricultural Development and Resource Preservation.<br><br><strong>WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU<br></strong><br><ul><li><strong>Visit our new State Employee Benefits Overview page!</strong></li><li>The opportunity to work for a Forbes top company -&nbsp;<strong>'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</strong></li><li>Professional growth and development opportunities</li><li>A healthy work/life balance to all employees</li></ul><br><strong>THE ROLE</strong><br><br>This position supports the Farmland Preservation Program through the stewardship of farmland parcels on which the CT Department of Agriculture has purchased the development rights (“PDR”).&nbsp; Engaging with farmers and farmland owners, conducting field investigations, reading and applying property deed terms, working in Excel calculating formulas, reviewing and creating Geographic Information System (GIS) maps, and applying learned knowledge to write stewardship monitoring reports will be required.&nbsp; Coordinating with and providing outreach to farmers, federal agencies, municipalities, non-profit land trusts, soil scientists, attorneys, and other organizations involved in farmland preservation, farmland access, and long-term land stewardship will also be expected.&nbsp; The position may also assist and periodically engage with the Connecticut Farmlink Program.<br><br>The ideal candidate would have&nbsp;knowledge of:<br><br><ul><li>Principles and practices of monitoring and stewardship;</li><li>Principles and practices of land acquisition by purchase or condemnation;</li><li>Relevant state and federal laws, statutes, and regulations;</li><li>Property values and appraisal methods.</li></ul><br><br><strong>POSITION REQUIREMENTS</strong><br><br><ul><li>Incumbents in this class will be required to travel.</li><li>Frequent days spent outdoors conducting on-site fieldwork and analysis are required and should be expected.</li><li>Incumbents in this class will be required to possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s license.    </li></ul><strong>POSITION HIGHLIGHTS</strong><br><br><ul><li>Monday - Friday</li><li>Full-time (35 hours per week)</li><li>First shift</li><li>Location:&nbsp; 450 Columbus Boulevard in Hartford, CT</li><li>Hybrid position (telework and in office)</li></ul><br><strong>APPOINTMENT</strong><br><br>The length of the development program is determined by the experience and training requirements of the designated class and the prior experience of the incumbent. At the completion of the development program incumbents must meet the experience and training requirements of the designated class. The program cannot be less than one (1) year and cannot exceed three (3) calendar years in accordance with C.G.S. 5-234.<br><br>Incumbents in this class will be eligible for reclassification to the designated class without competitive examination upon successful completion of the development program and satisfactory service.<br><br>All appointments to this class shall be under terms of a development program and in accordance with a time schedule approved by the Commissioner of Administrative Services. All development programs must be approved by the Department of Administrative Services prior to appointment to this class.<br><br><strong>*SALARY NOTE</strong>:<br><br>First year of training:<br><br>Bachelor's degree and/or qualifying experience: ES 15 Step 1 ($48,410/year)&nbsp;<br><br>Master's degree: ES 15 Step 2 ($50,157/year)<br><br>Second year of training:<br><br>General rate: ES 15 Step 5 ($55,393/year)<br><br>Watch the video below to see what it's like to be a State of CT employee!<br><h4>Selection Plan</h4><br><ul><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><strong>To Apply:</strong><br><br><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>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.<br></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><li>This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules.<br></li></ul><br><strong>FOR ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING:<br></strong><br><ul><li>Please read or watch our Applicant Tips on How to Apply.</li></ul><br><strong>Important Information After You Apply:</strong><br><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><strong>Read through this helpful link to prepare for your interview.</strong><br></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></ul><strong>Connect With Us:</strong><br><br>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>.<br><h4>PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)</h4><br>In a state agency this class is accountable for mastering the skills necessary to satisfactorily complete the training program for a professional position.<br><h4>EXAMPLES OF DUTIES</h4><br><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>Conducts site inspections of proposed land acquisitions;</li><li>Maintains records and prepares reports;<br></li><li>Engages with farmers and farmland owners;</li><li>Conducts field investigations;</li><li>Reads and applies property deed terms;</li><li>Works in Excel to calculate formulas, reviews and creates Geographic Information System (GIS) maps, and applies learned knowledge to write stewardship monitoring reports;</li><li>May also assist and periodically engage with the Connecticut Farmlink Program;</li><li>Performs related duties as required.</li></ul><br><h4>KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY</h4><br><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><br><h4>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS</h4><br>Candidates must be able to meet the experience and training requirements of the designated job class at the completion of the development program.<br><h4>PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS</h4><br><ul><li>Experience interacting with municipalities, land conservation organizations, or farmers, including farm businesses</li><li>Experience or coursework creating and modifying GIS maps using GIS software</li><li>Experience or coursework in preparing a monitoring report</li><li>Experience independently being outdoors or working in inclement weather conditions</li><li>Experience or coursework related to farmland access</li></ul><br><h4>Conclusion</h4><br><strong>AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER</strong><br><br>The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.<br><h4>ACKNOWLEDGEMENT</h4><br>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.<br>

Property Agent Trainee (Hybrid)(Target Class: Property Agent 1)

<br><h4>Introduction</h4><br><strong>Are you a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) seeking an opportunity to make a significant impact?</strong><br><br><strong>Join our dynamic team and play a pivotal role in making lasting, positive changes throughout communities across Connecticut!</strong><br><br>The&nbsp;State of Connecticut,&nbsp;Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS),Southwest CT Mental Health System (SWCMHS) is seeking a&nbsp;Professional Counselor within Young Adult Services in Stamford.&nbsp;<br><br><strong>POSITION HIGHLIGHTS</strong><br><br><ul><li><strong>FACILITY:&nbsp;</strong>Southwest CT Mental Health System (SWCMHS)</li><li><strong>TEAM:&nbsp;</strong>Young Adult Services</li><li><strong>LOCATION:&nbsp;</strong>1351 Washington Blvd. Stamford, CT</li><li><strong>SCHEDULE:</strong>&nbsp;Full time, 40 hours per week | Monday - Friday from 8:00am-4:30pm</li><li><strong>PCN</strong>:&nbsp;26441</li></ul><br><br><strong>WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU&nbsp;</strong><br><ul><li><strong>Visit our&nbsp;</strong><strong>new</strong><strong>State Employee Benefits Overview</strong><strong>&nbsp;page!</strong></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><br><br><strong>DISCOVER THE OPPORTUNITY TO</strong><br><br><ul><li>Provide substantial input regarding patient care needs, response to treatment, and recommend modifications in the overall plan of care.</li><li>Complete comprehensive assessments for patients with acute psychiatric and addictive problems</li><li>Provide direct patient care that includes education, counseling, medication administration and documentation of the treatment and progress made by the patient</li></ul><br><br><strong>MORE ABOUT US&nbsp;</strong><br><br>DMHAS is a health care agency whose mission is to promote the overall health and wellness of persons with behavioral health needs through an integrated network of holistic, comprehensive, effective, and efficient services and supports that foster dignity, respect, and self-sufficiency in&nbsp;those we serve.<br><br>Southwest CT Mental Health System (SWCMHS) is a person centered/recovery oriented, culturally sensitive integrated system of care.&nbsp;With three locations throughout Fairfield County, SWCMHS, promotes and administers comprehensive recovery oriented services in the areas of mental health treatment and substance abuse prevention and treatment. These services include inpatient treatment programs and outpatient clinical services, as well as a wide range of additional supportive treatment services.&nbsp;<br><br>The Young Adult Services (YAS) program is designed to provide age appropriate, clinical and residential support services to young adults with behavioral health disorders between the ages of 18-25, providing intensive recovery oriented services that take into account developmental processes, the impact of traumas, and family issues. YAS provides a wide range of services including clinical, employment, educational and rehabilitative support. YAS is designed to prevent these consumers from being “lifelong members” of the mental health service systems. Persons referred for services come through the Southwest Connecticut Mental Health System Community Outreach and Engagement Service or through the Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services Office of the Commissioner’s central referral process. In both instances, these are usually youth who have been in residential treatment through the Department of Children and Families, in foster care, and/or in the juvenile justice system. YAS services include:<br><br><ul><li>Intensive Community Supports</li><li>Clinical Services</li><li>Residential Supports</li><li>Community Support Program</li><li>Educational Services</li><li>Vocational Services</li><li>Psychiatric/Medication Services</li><li>Social Rehabilitation</li></ul><br><strong>START WITH US. STAY WITH US. GROW WITH US.</strong><br><br><em>Please note:<br></em><ul><li>A comprehensive medical examination, including a drug screening, will be required of all applicants upon a conditional offer of employment.&nbsp;</li><li>All state employees must adhere to&nbsp;Connecticut’s Policy for a Drug Free Workplace.&nbsp;&nbsp;<br></li></ul><br><h4>Selection Plan</h4><br><strong>FOR ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING:&nbsp;</strong><br><br>Please&nbsp;reador&nbsp;watchour&nbsp;Applicant Tips on How to Apply!<br><br><strong>Please Note</strong>:&nbsp;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.<br><br><strong>TO APPLY</strong><br><br><ul><li>In order to be considered for this job opening, you must meet the Minimum Qualifications as listed on the job opening. The minimum experience and training requirements must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.&nbsp;</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.</li><li>You must specify your qualifications on your application. You will be unable to make revisions once you submit your application for this posting to the JobAps system.</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>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>This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules.</li></ul><br><br><strong>AFTER YOU APPLY&nbsp;</strong><br><br><ul><li>Although applicants will receive correspondence via email and/or phone, 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.&nbsp;</li><li>This posting&nbsp;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>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, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the discretion of the hiring agency.</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>Interviews&nbsp;will be limited to candidates whose experience and training most closely meet the requirements of the position.&nbsp;Read through this helpful link to&nbsp;prepare for your interview.</li><li>Candidates&nbsp;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><br><br><strong>CONNECT WITH US&nbsp;</strong><br><br><ul><li>Due to&nbsp;the large volume of applications received, we are unable to provide confirmation of receipt or status during the recruitment process.</li><li>Updates&nbsp;will be available through your JobAps portal account. If you have any questions pertaining to this recruitment, please contact Pamela Rochette at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:Pamela.Rochette@ct.gov" target="_blank">Pamela.Rochette@ct.gov</a>.&nbsp;</li></ul><br><h4>PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)</h4><br>    In a state agency behavioral health program as part of a multi-disciplinary team at one or more locations this class is accountable for independently providing clinical counseling services.   <br><h4>EXAMPLES OF DUTIES</h4><br><ul><li>In this role, you will be a member of the multidisciplinary clinician team within the Young Adult Services.&nbsp;</li><li>This position requires competence in developing providing case&nbsp;management, needs assessment and supportive counseling in&nbsp;addressing client strengths, weaknesses and needs.&nbsp;</li><li>Develops&nbsp;psychosocial assessments through clinical interviews with assigned&nbsp;clients and families which include consideration of developmental,&nbsp;social and/or cultural, substance abuse, psychological, environmental and medical issues.</li><li>Responsible for developing treatment plans with measurable treatment goals/objectives.&nbsp;</li><li>Monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of treatment plans, along with documenting treatment in clinical records.&nbsp;</li><li>Provides clinical treatment services in the form of individual, group and/or family therapy, crisis intervention and risk assessment.&nbsp;</li><li>Advocates and develops networks of social and clinical services to assist clients in meeting identified</li><li>needs.&nbsp;</li><li>Completes reports in accordance with agency and accrediting&nbsp;bodies.&nbsp;</li><li>Consults and collaborates with other behavioral health&nbsp;providers to improve delivery of services to clients.&nbsp;</li><li>Complies with&nbsp;ethical standards and DMHAS work rules.&nbsp;</li><li>Maintains client and&nbsp;program safety.&nbsp;</li><li>Utilizes an electronic health record, computer&nbsp;technology and data to perform job functions and inform&nbsp;management and supervisory practices.&nbsp;</li><li>Performs safe work practices.</li><li>Observes all confidentiality and client’s rights regulations.&nbsp;</li><li>Provides&nbsp;CPR and first aid as necessary.&nbsp;</li><li>Performs related duties as required, for more information click here.</li></ul><br><h4>KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY</h4><br><ul><li>Knowledge of    <ul><li>principles, methodology, casework and techniques of counseling, interviewing and psychosocial assessment;&nbsp;</li><li>family and interpersonal relationship dynamics;&nbsp;</li><li>values, sanctions, purposes and ethics of professional counseling work;&nbsp;</li><li>community resources;&nbsp;</li></ul></li><li>Considerable    <ul><li>interpersonal skills;&nbsp;</li><li>oral and written communication skills;&nbsp;</li></ul></li><li>Ability to devise and implement a treatment plan with measurable goals that address client needs.</li></ul><br><h4>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE</h4><br>    Licensure as a professional counselor in the State of Connecticut.   <br><h4>PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS</h4><br><ul><li>Experience in a community-based outpatient mental health and substance abuse treatment facility.</li><li>Experience with principles, methodology, casework and techniques of counseling, interviewing and psychosocial assessment.</li><li>Experience working in an environment which embraces a global cultural environment of diversity.</li><li>Experience working with community providers, local hospitals, Police Departments, and outpatient clinical teams.</li><li>Experience using word and excel computer software.&nbsp;</li><li>Experience using an Electronic Medical Record (WITS) and other proprietary software.</li><li>Ability to transport clients.</li></ul><br><h4>SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS</h4><br><ul><li>Incumbents in this class must possess and retain a license to practice professional counselor work pursuant to Sec. 20-195 (a-f) of the Connecticut General Statutes.</li><li>Incumbents in this class may be required to have knowledge of sign language and communication ability with the deaf and hearing impaired in certain designated positions.</li><li>Incumbents in this class may be required to have ability in Spanish oral and written communication in certain designated positions.</li><li>Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.</li></ul><br><h4>WORKING CONDITIONS</h4><br>    Incumbents in this class may be exposed to some risk of injury from assaultive and/or abusive clients.   <br><h4>Conclusion</h4><br><strong>AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER</strong><br><br>The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.<br><h4>ACKNOWLEDGEMENT</h4><br>    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.   <br>

Professional Counselor (40 Hour)(Office/On-site)

<br><h4>Introduction</h4><br><strong><em>Join the team that moves Connecticut forward! Make an impaCT by serving your State. Read below and apply today!</em></strong><br><br>The State of Connecticut Department of Transportation (DOT) is now accepting applications for a Field Electrical Engineer Trainee (Engineer Trainee) position with a target class of Design Engineer 1 (Electrical) in the Bureau of Engineering and Construction, Division of Traffic, in the Signal Laboratory in Rocky Hill, CT.&nbsp;<br><br><strong>WE CAN OFFER YOU</strong><br><br><ul><li>Visit our <strong>new State Employee Benefits Overview</strong> page!</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>Professional growth and development opportunities.</li><li>A healthy work/life balance 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><br><br><strong>POSITION HIGHLIGHTS</strong><br><br><ul><li>Full time, 40 hours per week</li><li>Monday through Friday</li><li>First shift</li><li>Part of the P-4 (Engineering and Scientific) bargaining unit</li></ul><br><br><strong>*New hires to State service start in Salary Group FS 18, step 5, currently $72,629/year.</strong><br><br><strong>**Current students who will be graduating with a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering by the end of December 2024 are strongly encouraged to apply!&nbsp; (Please see Preferred Qualifications section for more information regarding preferred majors).</strong><br><br><strong>THE ROLE</strong><br><br>Field Electrical Engineer Trainees receive training to develop technical skills for designing, supporting, and repairing traffic signal electronic equipment for the DOT's over 2,500 signalized intersections.&nbsp; As technical skills are developed during the course of the development period, duties will include:<br><br><ul><li>Developing and implementing traffic signal system timing plans</li><li>Reviewing shop drawings and signal design layout plans prepared both by the Department and private sector engineers</li><li>Maintaining signal equipment in the field to ensure continued operation of the State's traffic signal systems</li><li>Other related duties as assigned</li></ul><br><br><strong>POSITION DETAILS</strong><br><br>The Field Electrical Engineer Trainee will have a development program of one to three years.&nbsp; The length of the development program is determined by the education and experience of the selected applicant.&nbsp; The selected applicant must meet the minimum qualifications for Design Engineer 1 (Electrical) by the end of the development program.<br><br>A selected applicant with a bachelor's degree in the electrical engineering field will have a one-year development program.&nbsp; A selected applicant without a bachelor’s degree in the electrical engineering field will have a development program of between one and three years depending on the length and type of their experience and education.&nbsp;&nbsp;<br><br>Upon successful completion of the development program, the selected applicant will be promoted to the target class of Design Engineer 1 (Electrical). With continued successful performance as a Design Engineer 1 (Electrical) for one year, the incumbent will be promoted to Design Engineer 2 (Electrical).<br><br><strong>POSITION REQUIREMENTS</strong><br><br>Applicants must be available to travel for training, conferences, meetings, field reviews, etc. both within and outside of normal working hours, when necessary. A valid driver's license is required and must be maintained.<br><br><strong>APPLICATION DETAILS</strong><br><br>Please list your Driver's license number, expiration date, and issuing State, Engineer in Training (EIT) license number if applicable, and any other job-relevant licenses or certifications you hold in the Licenses and Professional Certifications section of your application.<br><br><strong>WHO WE ARE</strong><br><br>As one of Connecticut's largest State agencies, DOT employs approximately 3,300 individuals statewide in five bureaus. It is the DOT's mission to improve lives through transportation. 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.<br><br>Learn more about our mission, vison, and values by clicking here!<br><h4>Selection Plan</h4><br><strong>To Apply:</strong><ul><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>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><strong>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;</strong></li></ul><br><br><strong>For Assistance In Applying:</strong><br><br><ul><li>Please&nbsp;read&nbsp;or&nbsp;watch&nbsp;our Applicant Tips on How to Apply!</li></ul><br><br><strong>Important Information After You Apply:</strong><br><br><ul><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>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>The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.</li><li>This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules.</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><br><strong>Connect With Us:<br></strong>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 Hayley Newhouse, at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:Hayley.Newhouse@ct.gov" target="_blank">Hayley.Newhouse@ct.gov</a>.<br><h4>PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)</h4><br>    In a state agency this class is accountable for receiving training in introductory professional engineering work for the development of technical and professional engineering skills and knowledge in order to qualify for advancement to the technical engineering work of the agency.   <br><h4>EXAMPLES OF DUTIES</h4><br>    Performs a wide variety of increasingly difficult duties as technical skills are acquired during course of training period.   <br><h4>KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY</h4><br><ul><li>Knowledge of basic engineering theories, principles and methods;&nbsp;</li><li>Skill in the use of drafting and calculating instruments;&nbsp;</li><li>Considerable ability to perform mathematical computations, making neat and accurate drawings and preparing minor design and structural details;&nbsp;</li><li>Ability to utilize computer software.</li></ul><br><h4>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE</h4><br>    Candidates must be able to meet the experience and training requirements of the designated job class at the completion of the development program.&nbsp;   <br><h4>PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS</h4><br>In addition to the degrees listed below, we prefer experience through employment, coursework, internship, or volunteer work in the following areas:<br><br><ul><li>Accredited bachelor’s or master’s degree in Electrical or Electronics Engineering, Electrical or Electronics Engineering Technology, Computer and Electronic Engineering Technology, Electromechanical Engineering Technology, or closely related major</li><li>Experience with engineering or maintenance of electronic equipment</li><li>Experience with interpreting traffic signal plans and wiring diagrams</li><li>Experience with networking protocol, Internet Protocol (IP) addressing, communication equipment, and IP over Ethernet</li><li>Experience using Bluebeam and Office 365 tools</li><li>Experience with technical documents such as design specifications or instruction manuals</li><li>Experience providing customer service and support</li><li>Experience providing verbal and written communication to teammates and stakeholders of all levels</li></ul><br><h4>Conclusion</h4><br><strong>AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER</strong><br><br>The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.<br><h4>ACKNOWLEDGEMENT</h4><br>    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.   <br>

Field Electrical Engineer Trainee(Target Class: Design Engineer 1 (Electrical))

<br><h4>Introduction</h4><br><strong><br><strong>If you currently hold a Commercial Driver License (CDL) and are seeking a career in transportation and highway maintenance, come join a great team of employees dedicated to keeping our roads and highways safe and improving travel through Connecticut.</strong><br></strong><br>The&nbsp;State of Connecticut&nbsp;Department of Transportation (CTDOT)&nbsp;is now accepting applications for a CDL Driver/Highway Maintainer (Transportation Maintainer 2) position located at the East Hampton Maintenance Facility.                                                                                                              <br><br><strong>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.<br><br>PLEASE LIST ANY OTHER JOB-RELEVANT LICENSES OR CERTIFICATIONS IN THE “LICENSES AND PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONS” SECTION AS WELL.</strong><br><br><strong>WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU<br></strong><br><ul><li><strong>Visit our new State Employee Benefits Overview page!</strong></li><li>The opportunity to work for a Forbes top company - <strong>'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</strong></li><li>Professional growth and development opportunities</li><li>A healthy work/life balance to all employees</li><li>Join an award winning agency! CTDOT has been recently awarded the <strong>Employer of the Year</strong> award by the <strong>Connecticut Society of Civil Engineers</strong> (CSCE) and named the <strong>Women’s Transportation Seminar</strong> (WTS) CT Employer of the Year for 2024!</li></ul><br><strong>POSITION HIGHLIGHTS</strong><br><br><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: East Hampton, CT</li><li>On-site work environment</li></ul><br><br><strong>POSITION REQUIREMENTS</strong><br><br><ul><li>You must live within 20 miles of the garage location.                                                                                                                </li><li>You must possess a valid <strong>Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Class A or B with Tanker and Airbrakes endorsement</strong>. You must also have a valid Medical Examiner's Card (MEC).</li><li>Military members and recently-honorably discharged veterans who possess at least two years' experience in operating a commercial motor vehicle as part of their military job requirements may qualify for these opportunities based on meeting the CDL Skills Test Exemption for Military Applicants (Military Skills Test Waiver Form) as outlined on the&nbsp;CT DMV website.</li><li>Must be willing to accept assignment to emergency duties including snow and ice removal, whenever your services are needed; this includes mandatory winter overtime from November 1 through April 30 (no out of state vacations will be approved during this period).</li><li>Various storm events will require employees to stay at work for the duration of the storm. At times this could be up to a period of several days, including holidays and weekends.</li><li>Applicants invited to interview will be required to produce a copy of their CDL Class A or B, their valid MEC, and a thoroughly completed Connecticut Department of Transportation Commercial Driver Supplement (CTDOT-CDL-1) form, as well as a copy of their Master Application.                                                                             </li></ul><br><strong>THE ROLE</strong><br><br><ul><li>The CDL Driver will perform a full range of tasks in construction, maintenance, and repair of State roadways, bridges, and more.</li><li>The CDL Driver will maintain small and less complex mechanical equipment or assist on larger equipment.</li></ul><br><br><strong>ABOUT US</strong><br><br>As one of Connecticut's largest State agencies, DOT employs approximately 3,300 individuals statewide in five bureaus. It is the DOT's mission to improve quality of life through transportation. 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.<br><br>Learn more about our mission, vision, and values by clicking here!<br><br>Watch the video below to see what it's like to be a State of Connecticut employee!<br><h4>Selection Plan</h4><br><ul><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><br><br><strong>To Apply:</strong><br><br><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>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.<br></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><li>This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules.<br></li></ul><br><strong>FOR ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING:<br></strong><br><ul><li>Please read or watch our Applicant Tips on How to Apply.</li></ul><br><strong>Important Information After You Apply:</strong><br><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><strong>Read through this helpful link to prepare for your interview.</strong></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><strong>Connect With Us:</strong><br><br>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>. <br><h4>PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)</h4><br>In the Department of Transportation and the Connecticut Airport Authority this class is accountablefor performing a variety of moderately skilled tasks in the construction, maintenance, and repair of state roadsides, roadways, bridges, airports, and other departmental facilities; operates andmaintains complex mechanical equipment; works as a moderately skilled mechanic in garages in theroutine repair of mechanical equipment.<br><h4>EXAMPLES OF DUTIES</h4><br>    The following is a listing of examples of trucks, equipment, tasks or related duties, the operating, maintaining or performing of which are considered to be the responsibilities and duties of positions in this class:<br><br><strong>TRUCKS: </strong><br><br><ul><li>Three (3) ton to nine (9) ton trucks, dump, platform or refuse with or without winch;</li><li>All of the above when using the following attachments:</li><ul><li>Snow plows;</li><li>Duo Dump Truck;</li><li>Crash Attenuators;</li><li>Trailers and towed equipment (except tilt bed trailers);</li></ul><li>Pickup, (to include two (2) &amp; four (4) wheel drive vehicles) when using:</li><ul><li>Trailers or towed equipment;</li><li>Snowplows or hopper type spreaders;</li><li>Bridge utility truck;</li><li>Compressor trucks;</li><li>Aerial bucket trucks;</li><li>Wreckers with winch;</li><li>Tandem/10-Wheel Dump Truck.</li></ul></ul><br><strong>EQUIPMENT: </strong><br><br><ul><li>Bituminous curbing machines;</li><li>Pothole Patcher;</li><li>Tractor Mowers with single flail;</li><li>Wood chippers;</li><li>Chain saws;</li><li>Culvert cleaning machines;</li><li>Compressors, and/or compressor tools;</li><li>Concrete mixers;</li><li>Concrete vibrators;</li><li>Hydraulic or engine driven tools;</li><li>Test Boring;</li><li>Class twenty four (24) tractor including attachments;</li><li>Wing plow or other side mounted attachments;</li><li>Fork lift.</li></ul><strong>DUTIES: </strong><br><br><ul><li>Survey monument setting;</li><li>Burning and cutting with acetylene torch;</li><li>Flagger (traffic control);</li><li>May assist a Material Storage Supervisor with stores section material handling;</li><li>Performing moderately skilled tasks in one or more of the following areas or trades:    <ul><li>Construction;</li><li>Maintenance;</li><li>Mechanical repair;</li><li>Electrical;</li><li>Carpentry;</li><li>Masonry;</li><li>Welding;</li><li>Plumbing;</li><li>Painting;</li></ul></li><li>Relief ferry mate, drawbridge attendant and/or rest area attendant;</li><li>In addition to other duties, may assist a Transportation General Supervisor, Transportation Garage Supervisor, or Transportation District Electrical Supervisor in preparing and checking various reports or operating a two-way radio in a District Maintenance unit;</li><li>Wildlife hazard control;</li><li>Radio monitoring and communication;</li><li>Escort vendors, contractors, etc. in secure areas (state owned airports only);</li><li>In addition to other duties, may function as a guard/watchperson or be required to receive training in, stand by for and respond to fire and/or crash emergency situations at state-owned airports; </li><li>Performs related duties as required.</li></ul><br><h4>KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY</h4><br><ul><li>Knowledge of    <ul><li>the construction, maintenance, and repair techniques of roadsides, roadways, bridges, or airports;&nbsp;</li><li>the processes and materials used in the construction and maintenance trades;&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    <ul><li>use and make routine repairs to complex mechanical equipment;&nbsp;</li><li>operate equipment as listed on the attached addendum;&nbsp;</li><li>understand and follow written and oral instructions;&nbsp;</li><li>utilize computer software.</li></ul></li></ul><br><h4>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE</h4><br>One (1) year of experience in the construction, landscaping, commercial driving, snow plowing,maintenance and repair of roadsides, roadways, bridges or airports, in work involving the operationand care of mechanical equipment or work in one of the recognized maintenance trades.<br><h4>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED</h4><br><ul><li>Graduation from a vocational or technical school with a diploma designating completion of the    subject requirements in one of the maintenance trades may be substituted for the General    Experience.</li><li>Successful completion of the Transportation Maintenance Registered Apprenticeship Program approved by the Department of Administrative Services may be substituted for the General Experience.</li></ul><br><h4>PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS</h4><br><ul><li>Experience with snow removal</li><li>Experience with landscaping</li><li>Experience with construction</li><li>Experience driving CDL vehicles</li><li>Experience working with heights</li></ul><br><h4>SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS</h4><br><ul><li>Incumbents in this class may be required by the appointing authority to possess and retain    appropriate current licenses, permits and/or certifications.</li><li>Incumbents in this class must be willing to accept assignment to emergency duties, including    snow and ice removal, whenever their services are required.</li></ul><br><h4>CHARACTER REQUIREMENTS</h4><br>At state airports: In addition to the checking of references and of facts stated in the application, athorough background investigation of each candidate may be made before persons are certified forappointment.<br><h4>PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS</h4><br><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 the duties of    the class.</li><li>A physical examination will be required.</li></ul><br><h4>WORKING CONDITIONS</h4><br><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><br><h4>Conclusion</h4><br><strong>AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER</strong><br><br>The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.<br><h4>ACKNOWLEDGEMENT</h4><br>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.<br>

CDL Driver/Highway Maintainer(Transportation Maintainer 2 | 40 Hour)

<br><h4>Introduction</h4><br>The State of Connecticut, Office of the State Comptroller (OSC) is currently seeking dynamic, passionate individuals who are eager to contribute their expertise as a <strong>Senior PeopleSoft Benefits Business Analyst</strong> (ERP Financials Business Team Lead) supporting the Core-CT PeopleSoft Benefits module. Join our team and embark on a rewarding career that offers growth, superlative benefits, and a culture that encourages work/life balance.<br><br><strong>WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU</strong><br><br><ul><li>Work for a Forbes top company - <strong>‘Forbes’: State of Connecticut Ranked One of the Best Employers of 2023.</strong></li><li>Comprehensive health and dental insurance, providing you with peace of mind and access to quality healthcare.</li><li>Robust pension plan and supplemental retirement offerings to secure your financial future.</li><li>Generous paid time off, including vacation days, sick leave, personal days, and 13 holidays per calendar year.</li><li>We are an eligible Public Service Loan Forgiveness employer, which means you may be eligible to have qualifying student loans forgiven after 10 years of service.</li><li>A culture that recognizes the importance of work/life balance and offers alternate work schedules and telecommuting options.</li><li>Opportunities to invest in your professional growth and development with training programs, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities for advancement within the State of Connecticut.</li><li>Connecticut is a strong community with a lot to offer in entertainment, food and shopping, recreation in our beautiful state parks and forests, diverse culture, and rich history. Learn more about all Connecticut has to offer.</li></ul><br><br><strong>POSITION HIGHLIGHTS</strong><br><br><ul><li>Full-Time, 40 hours per week</li><li>Monday through Friday</li><li>Location: 165 Capitol Avenue, Hartford, CT 06106</li><li>Hybrid (office/telework) may be available</li></ul><br><br><strong>THIS JOB IS FOR YOU IF</strong><br><br><ul><li>You possess extensive knowledge of PeopleSoft Financials and Human Capital Management modules and their integration with other Core-CT modules.&nbsp;</li><li>You’re systematic and organized and can interpret, analyze, document, and test business requirements.&nbsp;</li><li>You’re a problem-solver and enjoy working with the agency user population to identify solutions for complex business processes and statutory requirements.&nbsp;</li><li>You’re a strong independent contributor with a collaborative mindset, capable of contributing your expertise to a team atmosphere.&nbsp;</li><li>You want to do work that matters and want to build a better Connecticut with the Office of the State Comptroller, promoting economic growth, advocating for fiscal control, and championing policies that lower costs.</li></ul><br><br><strong>DISCOVER THE OPPORTUNITY TO</strong><br><br><ul><li>Lead the Human Capital Management (Benefits) enterprise service automation module;&nbsp;</li><li>Establish guidelines and best practices for processing benefits in Core-CT;</li><li>Process Open Enrollment for state employees, retirees, and UConn graduate students;&nbsp;</li><li>Work with healthcare carriers and carrier files for processing and reporting of healthcare benefits;&nbsp;</li><li>Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues;</li><li>Gather requirements and documentation;</li><li>Document and understand business processes;</li><li>Implement and validate system upgrades and/or bugs and fixes;</li><li>Review impacts to processes and procedures based upon system upgrades;</li><li>Develop and troubleshoot reports, analytics, queries, spreadsheets, and documents;</li><li>Analyze requirements and business processes and turn these into technical documentation;</li><li>Develop documents and presentations and execute training;</li><li>Participate in system activities as needed.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;</li></ul><br><br><strong>ABOUT US</strong><br><br>The Office of the State Comptroller (OSC) is an agency whose mission is to provide accounting and financial services, administer employee and retiree benefits, develop accounting policy and exercise accounting oversight, and prepare financial reports for the state, federal and municipal governments, and the public.&nbsp;<br><br>We are located in the State Office Building at 165 Capitol Avenue, Hartford, CT. This state-of-the-art building offers free garage parking, an on-site cafeteria, and ergonomic workspaces.<br><br>The <strong>Information Technology </strong>division is an inter-agency team that supports and helps maintain Core-CT, used by over 10,000 state employees for financial, human resources, and payroll functions. The division maintains and upgrades Core-CT, provides analysis, maintains the comptroller’s technical infrastructure, and is responsible for web development for the comptroller’s communication sites.<br><h4>Selection Plan</h4><br>For assistance in applying, please visit our 'Applicant Tips on How to Apply' page<br><br><strong>APPLYING FOR THE POSITION</strong><br><br><ul><li>For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from one of the three branches of state government (i.e. Executive, Judicial or Legislative) to the other.</li><li>In order to be considered for this job opening, you must meet the Minimum Qualifications listed in the job opening. The minimum experience and training requirements must be met by the close date of the job opening, unless otherwise specified. You must specify your qualifications on your application.&nbsp;</li><li>Ensure that your application is complete before submitting it. To comply with Public Act 21-69, the State of Connecticut no longer requests resumes during the initial application process. Once your application is submitted into the JobAps system, you cannot make revisions.</li><li>In order to receive educational credits toward qualification for this job posting, the institution must be accredited. For institutions located outside of the U.S., you must provide documentation from a recognized USA accrediting service specializing in determining foreign education equivalencies to the recruiter listed on this job posting.</li><li>All application materials must be received by the recruiting agency by the specified deadline. Late applications will not be considered. Candidates may request a rare and documented exception for events that incapacitate them during the entire duration of the job posting period by providing a legally recognized justification to accommodate such an exception. Requests may be made to <a href="mailto:DAS.SHRM@ct.gov" target="_blank">DAS.SHRM@ct.gov</a>.&nbsp;</li></ul><br><br><strong>WHAT TO EXPECT AFTER APPLYING</strong><br><br><ul><li>Applicants will receive correspondence via email and are also encouraged to monitor their Personal Status Board daily for status updates, notices, and tasks required in the recruitment process.</li><li>Some postings may require additional referral questions (RQs). You will receive an email with these questions after the posting’s closing date. Check your email and Personal Status Board for notifications, including your spam or junk folders.&nbsp;</li><li>You may be required to submit additional documentation supporting your qualifications at any point during the recruitment process. The documentation may include a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, or licensure, at the discretion of the hiring agency.</li><li>Candidates who have been selected for employment with the Office of the State Comptroller are subject to a detailed background investigation, including a fingerprint supported state and federal criminal history record check along with reference checks, subject to the provisions of Section 31-51i and conducted in accordance with Section 29-17a of the Connecticut General Statutes. Selection for employment is contingent upon satisfactory completion of the background investigation.</li><li>The immediate vacancy is listed above, but your application may be considered 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>Candidates offered a position with the State of Connecticut are bound by the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State Employees, available at <a href="http://www.ct.gov/ethics" target="_blank">www.ct.gov/ethics</a>.</li></ul><br><br><strong>CONNECT WITH US</strong><br><br><ul><li>Due to the high volume of applications, we cannot confirm receipt or status during the recruitment process. Updates will be available through your JobAps portal account.&nbsp;</li><li>If you have any questions about this recruitment, please contact Sara Garrett at <a href="mailto:osc.hr@ct.gov" target="_blank">osc.hr@ct.gov</a> or 860-702-3572.</li><li>Follow the State of Connecticut on LinkedIn to stay updated on our career opportunities and news.</li></ul><br><h4>PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)</h4><br>    In the Department of Administrative Services or Office of the State Comptroller this class is accountable for supervising staff assigned to statewide Core-CT Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP)  fiscal functions including integrated financials, supply chain management or enterprise services automation modules.   <br><h4>EXAMPLES OF DUTIES</h4><br><ul><li>Oversees assigned Core-CT ERP module;</li><li>Schedules, assigns, oversees and reviews work of staff;</li><li>Provides staff training and assistance;</li><li>Conducts performance evaluations;</li><li>Plans workflow;</li><li>Establishes and maintains unit procedures;</li><li>Determines priorities and allocation of resources;</li><li>Establishes guidelines and best practices for assigned module areas;</li><li>Determines and understands business and project requirements;</li><li>Develops solutions for agency issues within parameters of systems;</li><li>Identifies gaps and risks within various project elements;&nbsp;</li><li>Develops contingency plans to address gaps and major risks;&nbsp;</li><li>Maps processes to meet business needs, evaluating and redefining processes;</li><li>Communicates requirements to information technology staff for design and implementation of business solutions;</li><li>Tests, performs troubleshooting analysis and resolves complex problems;</li><li>Communicates difficult or complex issues and resolutions clearly and effectively to staff and agency users;</li><li>Acts as liaison across modules, with operating units, information technology staff and agencies;</li><li>Oversees development of training programs that are applicable to assigned module;</li><li>Determines and addresses training gaps;</li><li>Develops communication strategy that educates, informs and keeps users up to date with best practices;</li><li>Maintains ongoing list of requests and modifications under consideration;</li><li>Develops comprehensive reports;</li><li>Participates in module and cross-module team meetings;</li><li>Develops procedures and documentation relating to assigned modules including creation and revisions to job aids;</li><li>Makes presentations;</li><li>May participate in module project audit tasks;</li><li>Performs related duties as required.</li></ul><br><h4>KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY</h4><br><ul><li>Considerable knowledge of    <ul><li>Peoplesoft or ERP (system) integrated module knowledge;</li><li>principles and practices of public administration, governmental budget management and accounting including project costing;</li><li>the integration of modules;</li><li>grants and contract preparation and administration;</li><li>purchasing principles and procedures;</li><li>asset management;</li><li>and ability to map business processes;</li><li>and ability to utilize programming logic, validation testing, script writing, SQL and other troubleshooting software;</li></ul></li><li>Knowledge of    <ul><li>project management principles and techniques;</li><li>business re-engineering process;</li></ul></li><li>Considerable    <ul><li>interpersonal skills;</li><li>oral and written communication skills;</li></ul></li><li>Considerable ability to    <ul><li>prepare and analyze financial documents and reports;</li><li>understand how the application does or does not support the State’s business process;</li><li>identify, analyze and resolve highly complex business problems;</li><li>utilize Enterprise Resource Planning systems for financial management;</li><li>conduct task analysis;&nbsp;</li><li>gather technical information and effectively communicate to the appropriate source;</li></ul></li><li>Ability to train and make presentations;</li><li>Supervisory ability.</li></ul><br><h4>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE</h4><br>    Nine (9) years of professional experience as a business analyst operating within financial systems.<br><br>NOTE: Business analyst is defined as serving as a liaison between business units, technology and support teams interpreting the business needs of an organization and translating into application and operational requirements.<br><h4>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SPECIAL EXPERIENCE</h4><br>    Two (2) years of the General Experience must have been in a professional capacity independently performing a complex tasks in support of an integrated financials Enterprise Resource Planning system at the level of  ERP Financials Business Specialist.   <br><h4>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED</h4><br><ul><li>College training in business administration, accounting, finance, public administration or a closely related field may be substituted for the General Experience on the basis of fifteen (15) semester hours equaling one-half (1/2) year of experience to a maximum of four (4) years for a Bachelor's degree.</li><li>Master's degree in public administration, business administration or accounting may be substituted for one (1) additional year of the General Experience.</li><li>For state employees two (2) years of experience as an ERP Financials Business Specialist may be substituted for the General and Special Experience.</li></ul><br><h4>PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS</h4><br><ul><li>Experience communicating effectively with a diverse population through verbal and written communication.</li><li>Experience with PeopleSoft Human Capital Management applications, including version 9.2 with Fluid.&nbsp;</li><li>Experience with PeopleSoft HCM Benefits and integration with other PeopleSoft HCM modules.</li><li>Experience managing and documenting software projects;</li><li>Experience interpreting, analyzing and documenting Benefits application business requirements, particularly with respect to State of Connecticut requirements;</li><li>Experience with the process of open enrollment in PeopleSoft and benefit carrier enrollment;</li><li>Experience leading and coaching lower-level staff;&nbsp;</li><li>Experience utilizing Microsoft Teams to communicate in a team atmosphere; Microsoft Office software to develop resources, presentations, and analyze data; and Visio to create process flow diagrams.</li></ul><br><h4>SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS</h4><br>    Employees in this class may be required to travel.   <br><h4>Conclusion</h4><br><strong>INCOMPLETE APPLICATION PACKAGES AND THOSE RECEIVED AFTER THE CLOSING DATE INDICATED ABOVE WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.</strong><br><br><strong>AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER</strong><br><br>The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities. If you require accommodations under the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact Sara Garrett at <a href="mailto:osc.hr@ct.gov" target="_blank">osc.hr@ct.gov</a> or 860-702-3572.<br><h4>ACKNOWLEDGEMENT</h4><br>    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.   <br>

Senior PeopleSoft Benefits Business Analyst(ERP Financials Business Team Lead)

<br><h4>Introduction</h4><br><strong><strong>Do you want to make a difference while participating in a dynamic and reciprocal health care environment in the public sector?&nbsp;</strong><strong>If so, we have an excellent opportunity for you to join our hospital’s team!&nbsp;</strong></strong><br><br><strong>THE POSITION</strong><br><br>The&nbsp;State of Connecticut,&nbsp;Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services&nbsp;(DMHAS)&nbsp;is seeking a Community Clinician to join their team.&nbsp;<br><br><strong>HIGHLIGHTS</strong><br><br><ul><li>FACILITY:&nbsp;Western Connecticut Mental Health Network (WCMHN)</li><li>ADDRESS:&nbsp;78 Triangle Street, Danbury, CT</li><li>UNIT: Young Adult Services (YAS)</li><li>SCHEDULE: Full-Time, 40 Hours per Week, First Shift, Monday through Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm</li><li>POSITION NUMBER: 25912</li></ul><br><br><strong>WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU</strong><br><br><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 health&nbsp;work/life balance&nbsp;to all employees</li></ul><br><br><strong>DISCOVER THE OPPPORTUNITY TO</strong><br><br><ul><li>Provide treatment and case management services to clients, including implementing individualized treatment plans, assisting with access to community resources, and monitoring clients' progress within mental health and community support systems;</li><li>Conduct intake assessments, facilitate counseling sessions, provide education on daily living skills, and intervene in crises while ensuring compliance with treatment protocols;</li><li>Provide direct care and monitor medication compliance, provide, input in team consultations, and transport clients to appointments as needed.</li></ul><br><br><strong>ABOUT US&nbsp;</strong><br><br>DMHAS is a health care agency whose mission is to promote the overall health and wellness of persons with behavioral health needs through an integrated network of holistic, comprehensive, effective, and efficient services and supports that foster dignity, respect, and self-sufficiency in those we serve.&nbsp;<br><br>WCMHN&nbsp;was formed in 1996 in order to coordinate clinical, fiscal and administrative oversight of Region 5 contracted and state-operated mental health services. Their&nbsp;mission is to provide a comprehensive and effective recovery-oriented system of mental health and addiction services that promotes self-sufficiency, dignity, cultural sensitivity and respect.&nbsp;<br><br>Within this service system, there are three state-operated Local Mental Health Authorities, which are located in Waterbury, Danbury and Torrington. In partnership with WCMHN, they provide and coordinate local clinical services. Over 200 staff including psychiatrists, nurses, social workers, rehabilitation and mental health workers provide services for persons with a long-term mental illness.&nbsp;&nbsp;Approximately 7,000 clients receive services in a variety of programs, including peer support programs, recovery services, supported employment, homeless services, residential, crisis services, jail diversion, outpatient, case management, Assertive Community Treatment Teams (ACTT) and young adult services.&nbsp;<br><br><strong>PLEASE NOTE</strong><br><br><ul><li>A comprehensive&nbsp;medical examination, including a drug screening, will be required of all applicants upon a conditional offer of employment.</li><li>All state employees must adhere to&nbsp;Connecticut's Policy for a Drug Free Workplace.&nbsp;</li></ul><br><h4>Selection Plan</h4><br><strong>FOR ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING:&nbsp;</strong><br><br>Please&nbsp;reador&nbsp;watchour&nbsp;Applicant Tips on How to Apply!<br><br><strong>Please Note</strong>:&nbsp;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.<br><br><strong>TO APPLY</strong><br><br><ul><li>In order to be considered for this job opening, you must meet the Minimum Qualifications as listed on the job opening. The minimum experience and training requirements must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.&nbsp;</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.</li><li>You must specify your qualifications on your application. You will be unable to make revisions once you submit your application for this posting to the JobAps system.</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>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>This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules.</li></ul><br><br><strong>AFTER YOU APPLY&nbsp;</strong><br><br><strong><ul><li>Although applicants will receive correspondence via email and/or phone, 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.&nbsp;</li><li>This posting&nbsp;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>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, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the discretion of the hiring agency.</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>Interviews&nbsp;will be limited to candidates whose experience and training most closely meet the requirements of the position.&nbsp;Read through this helpful link to&nbsp;prepare for your interview.</li><li>Candidates&nbsp;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></strong><br><br><strong>CONNECT WITH US&nbsp;</strong><br><br><strong><ul><li>Due to&nbsp;the large volume of applications received, we are unable to provide confirmation of receipt or status during the recruitment process.</li><li>Updates&nbsp;will be available through your JobAps portal account. If you have any questions pertaining to this recruitment, please contact Pamela Rochette at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:Pamela.Rochette@ct.gov" target="_blank">Pamela.Rochette@ct.gov</a>.&nbsp;</li></ul></strong><br><h4>PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)</h4><br>In the Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services community based behavioral health program, this class is accountable for providing clinical assessment and evaluation of treatment programs for an on-going primary caseload of clients for a behavioral health treatment team.<br><h4>EXAMPLES OF DUTIES</h4><br><ul><li>Functions primarily to implement treatment plans for clients on caseload;&nbsp;</li><li>Provides case management services to clients;</li><li>Assists clients in linking with community support systems and agencies;</li><li>Monitors clients progress within mental health and community support systems;</li><li>Performs intake, evaluation and assessment of treatment programs under supervision of a licensed independent practitioner;&nbsp;</li><li>Participates in counseling sessions;&nbsp;</li><li>Provides education and training to clients in community living and activities of daily living skills;</li><li>Monitors clients medication compliance and coordinates meetings with team psychiatrists or nurses as necessary;</li><li>Provides appropriate interventions to clients in crisis including outreach, counseling and/or referral to other service providers;&nbsp;</li><li>Completes all required documentation related to client treatment in accordance with established procedures;</li><li>May transport clients to and from appointments;</li><li>May assist in development of treatment plans for new clients;</li><li>Performs related duties as required, for more information click here.</li></ul><br><h4>KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY</h4><br><ul><li>Knowledge of    <ul><li>behavioral health counseling techniques;</li><li>social work methodology, casework, group work and community mobilization;</li><li>family dynamics and dynamics of interpersonal relationships;</li><li>social, cultural, economic, medical, psychological and legal issues which influence attitudes and behaviors of clients and families;</li><li>community resources available to individuals and families;</li><li>approaches to treatment;&nbsp;</li><li>psychotropic and addiction medications;</li></ul></li><li>Considerable    <ul><li>interpersonal skills;</li><li>oral and written communication skills;</li></ul></li><li>Considerable ability to prepare clear and concise reports and case histories.</li></ul><br><h4>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE</h4><br>A Bachelor’s degree in a health care field and two (2) years of experience working independently using clinical case management techniques in a behavioral health setting.<br><br>NOTE: Case management is defined as primary responsibility for the implementation, monitoring, evaluation and assessment of client progress towards meeting treatment objectives as outlined in an approved treatment plan.<br><h4>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED</h4><br><ul><li>A Master’s degree in counseling, psychology or other clinical discipline may be substituted for one (1) year of the General Experience.</li><li>A current Connecticut license as a registered professional nurse and two (2) years of experience working in a psychiatric setting may be substituted for the Bachelor’s degree.</li><li>A Master’s degree in social work (MSW) and two (2) years at the level of a Mental Health Assistant 2 independently performing the full range of paraprofessional case management in a behavioral health setting may be substituted for the General Experience.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ul><br><h4>PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS</h4><br><ul><li>Experience    working with the young adult population.</li><li>Experience    working with individuals with complex behavioral health and/or    substance-related conditions to provide community-based case management    services including support to obtain housing, entitlements, and medical    care.</li><li>Experience    utilizing outreach and engagement strategies to support adults with    complex behavioral health and/or substance-related conditions in    community-based settings.</li><li>Experience    collaborating with clients and a multidisciplinary team to develop    person-centered recovery plans.</li></ul><br><h4>SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS</h4><br><ul><li>Incumbents in this class must possess and retain licensure or certification in designated positions.</li><li>Incumbents in this class may be required to be a certified substance abuse counselor.</li><li>Incumbents in this class may be required to have knowledge of sign language and communication ability with the deaf and hearing impaired in designated positions.</li><li>Incumbents in this class may be required to have ability in Spanish oral and written communication in designated positions.</li><li>Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.</li></ul><br><h4>Conclusion</h4><br><strong>AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER</strong><br><br>The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.<br>

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