Motor Vehicle Division Manager

The Department of Motor Vehicle is recruiting for a Motor Vehicle Division Manager in the Vehicle and Business Regulations unit in Wethersfield.  This is a full-time (40 hours/week), first shift, Monday - Friday position.

In order to be considered for this job opening, you must be a current employee of the Department of Motor Vehicles, who has permanent state status, and meet the Minimum Qualifications as listed on the job opening.  You must specify your qualifications on your application. 

In the Department of Motor Vehicles this class is accountable for assisting a Motor Vehicle Division Chief or other administrative official in directing the programs and operations of a division or for independently administering a small division reporting to an executive official.

Administers or directs programs and operations of an assigned division or unit; develops, implements and evaluates division policies, goals and objectives; designs and develops division programs and activities; implements new procedures, procedural revisions and regulations; interprets and administers pertinent departmental laws; schedules, assigns and oversees work; oversees and evaluates performance of duties; prepares or assists in preparation of division budget; maintains contacts with individuals within and outside of division who might impact on policy or program activities; reviews reports of activities, inspections, investigations and complaints and recommends further actions; assists in resolution of problems and recommends corrective actions; may represent Commissioner on sensitive division related activities including testimony at legislative hearings; performs related duties as required.

Considerable knowledge of and ability to apply management principles and techniques; considerable knowledge of relevant agency policies and procedures; considerable knowledge of relevant state and federal laws, statutes and regulations pertaining to division functions; considerable interpersonal skills; considerable oral and written communication skills.

Nine (9) years of experience in business or public administration, personnel, production or quality assurance management.

Two (2) years of the General Experience must have been in a supervisory capacity. Supervisory capacity is defined as scheduling, assigning, overseeing work, establishing performance standards for employees and taking corrective measures to implement those standards.

1. 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.
2. A Master's degree in business or public administration or a closely related field may be substituted for one (1) additional year of the General Experience.
3. For State Employees two (2) years at the level of Motor Vehicle Branch Operations Supervisor 2 may be substituted for both the General Experience and Special Experience.

Preferred candidates will possess:

• Advanced knowledge of motor vehicle laws, statutes and regulations.
• Demonstrated strong management skills, including planning, supervising, and directing employees.
• Advanced communication and organizational skills. 
• Considerable knowledge of the CIVLS system and procedures.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks/projects and ensure deadlines are met. 
• Demonstrated Leadership abilities.

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.