State of Connecticut Executive Branch

Directs the activities and functions of the Connecticut Siting Council.

Receives direction from the Chairman-Connecticut Siting Council.

Directs the professional, technical and clerical staff of the Council.

Directs and coordinates the activities and functions of the Council; manages the Council office and professional staff; issues new releases; directs the assimilation of information from environmental groups, government agencies, the general public and various publications for presentation to the Council; directs the processing of applications for certificates of environmental compatibility and public need for power facilities; prepares the budget of the Council; reviews matters requiring legal opinion with the Attorney General; interacts with the general public regarding activities of the Council; inspects sites of proposed and completed facilities; assists the Chairman in interviewing prospective consultants to be retained by the Council; performs related duties as required.

Considerable knowledge of economic, environmental, public health and public safety factors involved in certifying facilities (power plants, transmission lines, CATV and telecommunication towers); knowledge of State and municipal land use regulations and procedures; communication skills; ability to draft and interpret legislation concerning facility siting matters; administrative ability; supervisory ability;.

Appointed by the Chairman - Connecticut Siting Council in accordance with the provisions of Section 16-50j(g) of the Connecticut General Statutes.

Unclassified

(12)-General Administration and Management

(01)-EXEMPT/ELEC/APPOINT

(1)-Officials And Administrators

EX 04

This replaces the existing specification for the class of Executive Director of Connecticut Siting Council in Salary Group EX 04 approved effective July 15, 1988. (Revised to modify content) 

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