Introduction
WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU
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- Professional growth and development opportunities
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POSITION HIGHLIGHTS
- This position is full-time, following a first shift schedule, on-site, 40 hours per week, scheduled Monday - Friday and requires on-call/standby service.
- This position will be located in Watertown, CT and will require routine travel throughout the state.
YOUR ROLE
The Environmental Protection State Parks Operations Supervisor is accountable for supervising a staff responsible for performing a range of complex assignments dealing with the State Park Division’s field operations in the Western half of the state. This leadership supervisory role maintains close coordination and communication with several department programs, including:
- Engineering and field support operations;
- Law enforcement;
- Project managers;
- Environmental conservation and natural resource staff.
Connecticut’s system of state parks and forests, state boat launches, and waterways provide many opportunities for outdoor recreation for residents and visitors alike. These range from camping and fishing to hiking, boating, and picnicking.
In this role, you will work to establish and maintain contact with several external partners and stakeholders, including friends’ groups, non-profits, other outdoor recreation stakeholders.
ABOUT US
The State of Connecticut, Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) is charged with conserving, improving and protecting the natural resources and the environment of the state of Connecticut as well as making cheaper, cleaner and more reliable energy available for the people and businesses of the state. The agency is also committed to playing a positive role in rebuilding Connecticut’s economy and creating jobs – and to fostering a sustainable and prosperous economic future for the state.
Selection Plan
FOR ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING:
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BEFORE YOU APPLY:
- Meet Minimum Qualifications: Ensure you meet the Minimum Qualifications listed on the job opening by the job closing date. You must specify your qualifications on your application. The minimum experience and training requirements listed must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.
- Educational Credits: List your earned credits and degrees from accredited institutions accurately on your application. To receive educational credits towards qualification, 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 contact listed below by the closing date listed on the job posting.
- Resume Policy: Per Public Act 21-69, resumes are not accepted during the initial application process. As the recruitment process progresses, candidates may be required to submit additional documentation to support their qualification(s) for this position. This documentation may include: a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the request and discretion of the hiring agency.
- Preferred Shift/Location: 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.
- Timely Submission: All application materials must be received by the job posting deadline. You will be unable to make revisions once you officially submit your application to the State. Late submissions are rarely accepted, with exceptions only for documented events that incapacitate individuals during the entire duration of the job posting. Request exceptions by emailing DAS.SHRM@ct.gov.
- Salary Calculations: 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.
- Note: The only way to apply to this posting is via the ‘Apply’ or ‘Apply Online’ buttons on the official State of Connecticut Online Employment Center job posting.
AFTER YOU APPLY:
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- The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.
- Note: This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules. 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, available at www.ct.gov/ethics.
- This employer may participate in E‑Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I‑9 information to confirm work authorization.
QUESTIONS? WE’RE HERE TO HELP:
Due to high volume, we are unable to confirm receipt or provide status updates directly. For recruitment updates, please check your Personal Status Board and review our Frequently Asked Questions. If you have additional questions about the recruitment process, reach out to Nick Naples at Nicholas.Naples@ct.gov.
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PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)
In the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection this class is accountable for supervising a staff responsible for performing a range of complex assignments dealing with a division's field operations.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
- Schedules, assigns, oversees and reviews the work of staff;
- Provides staff training and assistance;
- Conducts performance evaluations;
- Determines priorities and plans area work;
- Establishes and maintains area procedures;
- Develops or makes recommendations on the development of policies and standards;
- Acts as liaison with other operating units, agencies and outside officials regarding policies and procedures;
- Prepares reports and correspondence including reports on use and condition of facilities;
- Supervises development and maintenance projects on state-owned facilities and land including parks, forests, wildlife management areas, recreation facilities and hatcheries;
- Analyzes maintenance operations and programs and recommends changes;
- Coordinates utilization of equipment and personnel;
- Oversees special programs;
- Acts as a department representative;
- May assist in preparation of land acquisition, use and development plans;
- Performs related duties as required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY
- Considerable knowledge of
- relevant agency policies and procedures;
- relevant state and federal laws, statutes and regulations;
- the principles and practices of facility, park and recreation area operation and maintenance;
- the methods, materials and equipment in construction, maintenance, operation and repair of building equipment and grounds;
- Knowledge of
- land use planning;
- recreational law enforcement;
- Considerable
- interpersonal skills;
- oral and written communication skills;
- Ability to
- initiate and oversee projects;
- read and interpret blueprints;
- prepare reports and records;
- utilize computer software;
- Supervisory ability.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE
Seven (7) years of experience in operation, development, and maintenance of natural resources programs and facilities.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED
- College training in the areas of civil engineering or natural resources management 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.
- A Master's degree in civil engineering or natural resources management may be substituted for one (1) additional year of the General Experience.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience in the development and implementation of staff training programs.
- Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
- Experience managing conflict and team building.
- Experience assigning, overseeing, and reviewing work of staff.
- Experience in the development and implementation of parks and recreation policies.
- Experience coordinating utilization of equipment and personnel.
- Experience in the methods, materials and equipment of construction, maintenance, operation and repair of building equipment and grounds.
- Experience in land use planning.
- Experience in recreational law enforcement.
- Experience initiating infrastructure projects including scope of work development, bidding, and contractor oversight.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
- Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.
- Incumbents in this class may be required to possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s license.
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.