STATE OF CONNECTICUT EXECUTIVE BRANCH JOBS

Developmental Services Division Director

Hybrid

Recruitment #240327-5696MP-001

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Introduction



Are you looking for a new opportunity where you can truly make an impact? If so, we invite you to read more about this opportunity to become a full-time Developmental Services Division Director!

At the State of Connecticut, Department of Developmental Services (DDS) - Central Office, seeks a talented and qualified individual for the position of DS Division Director (Family Services), to be based in Hartford.

What We Have To Offer!
  • 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
  • Industry leading health benefits, including medical and dental coverage
  • Comprehensive pension plan and supplemental retirement offerings
  • Retirement healthcare offerings
  • Professional growth and development opportunities
  • Outstanding work-life balance
  • State of Connecticut is an eligible Public Service Loan Forgiveness employer, meaning you may be eligible to have qualifying student loans forgiven after 10 years of service.  Click here for more information
This position provides a key leadership role, representing the voice of families. In the new structure, this position will oversee directors of:
  • Assistive technology
  • Employment/day services
  • Residential services. 
  • These directors are the champions of these areas in agency wide work, much of which is leading the agency toward the future vision for supports and services.
Position Highlights 
  • This is a full-time 1st shift position, 40 hour work week
  • Monday through Friday schedule
  • However, must be flexible to meet the needs of the agency
We hope you take this chance to start your career with us and join our team!

Selection Plan

For Assistance in Applying:

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Application Process:

This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules. 

In order to comply with Public Act 21-69, the State of Connecticut is no longer asking for resumes during the initial application process.

In order to be considered for this job opening, you must meet the minimum qualifications as listed on the job opening. You must specify your qualifications on your application. The minimum experience and training requirements must be met by the close date, unless otherwise specified.

The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.

All application materials must be received by the recruiting agency by the time specified on the job opening for the position for which you are applying. Late applications may not be submitted and will not be considered. Exceptions are rare and limited to documented events that incapacitate a candidate during the entire duration of the job posting time period. It is the candidate’s obligation and responsibility to request an exception and provide a legally recognized justification to accommodate such exception. Requests should be made to DAS.SHRM@ct.gov.

Please ensure that your application is complete. You will be unable to make revisions once you officially submit your application to the state of Connecticut.

Selection Process:

This posting may require completion of additional referral questions (RQs) which will be sent to you via email after the closing date. The email notification will include an expiration date by which you must submit (Finish) your responses. Please regularly check your email for notifications. Please check your SPAM and/or Junk folders, as emails could end up there in error.

During the recruitment process, applicants may be required to submit additional documentation supporting their qualification(s) for this position. These documents may include performance reviews, supervisory references, college transcripts, licensure, etc. at the discretion of the agency.

For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from one of the three branches of state government (i.e., Executive, Legislative, Judicial) to the other.

Read through this helpful link to prepare for your interview.

Contact Information:

If you require an accommodation to participate fully and fairly under the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact Tommy Wilson, DDS EEO 1 at (860) 418-6148 or Tommy.Wilson@ct.gov.

Due to the large volume of applications received, we are unable to provide confirmation of receipt or status during the recruitment process. 

Should you have any questions pertaining to this recruitment, please contact Ethan Ives at Ethan.Ives@ct.gov.

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In the Department of Developmental Services this class is accountable for administering the programs and operations of statewide comprehensive programs dedicated to consumers of the agency.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

  • Administers staff and operations of the division; 
  • Develops, implements and evaluates division policies, goals and objectives;
  • Designs and develops division programs and activities; 
  • Implements new procedures and procedural revisions; 
  • Determines appropriate staffing levels and directs management and coordination of staff; 
  • Designs and implements performance review standards for division staff;
  • Prepares division budget; 
  • Maintains contacts with individuals within and outside of division who might impact on policy or program activities; 
  • Advises the Commissioner or Deputy Commissioner in recommendation of new or revised health programs and or support services, administrative policies and processes to assist consumers of the agency; 
  • Prepares state and federal reports, 
  • Leads the recruitment and hiring of staff, including outreach, interview and selection;
  • Performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

  • Considerable knowledge of
    • and ability to apply management principles and practices;
    • relevant state and federal laws, statutes and regulations; 
    • best practices for providing integrated, supportive community based services to agency consumers;
  • Considerable
    • interpersonal skills; 
    • oral and written communication skills; 
  • Considerable ability in designing, developing, planning, implementing and administering statewide complex programs; 
  • Ability to develop and manage revenue sources and budget.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

Ten (10) years of professional experience in health or human services delivery system administration and/or programs.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SPECIAL EXPERIENCE

Two (2) years of the General Experience must include administrative or managerial responsibility relative to programs for habilitative and/or rehabilitative program development for consumers of the agency.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED

  • College training in psychology, special education, early childhood, social work or a 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.
  • A Master's degree in special education, early childhood, social work, psychology or a related field may be substituted for one (1) additional year of the General Experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Considerable knowledge of current trends, community resources, and evidence based practices regarding the provision of integrated, supportive, community-based services to persons with developmental disabilities
  • Experience working with Medicaid operations
  • Involvement in national-level initiatives and ability to translate to implementation of programs
  • Experience directing and managing projects, including implementation and evaluation
  • Experience managing consultants and contracts
  • Experience with program development and the provision of services to individuals with disabilities
  • Experience with principles of Charting the Lifecourse
  • Proven track record of strategic, creative thinking and problem-solving
  • Background in developing and promulgating policies and procedures
  • Experience in delivering formal and informal training to system-wide stakeholders

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Incumbents in this class may be required to possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator's license.
  • Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.

Conclusion

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes.  As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility. 




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