Recruitment #181211-1991HC-001
Location |
Rocky Hill, CT
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Date Opened | 12/14/2018 12:00:00 AM |
Salary | $40,344* - $54,586/year (*New State employees) |
Job Type | Open to the Public |
Close Date | 12/24/2018 11:59:00 PM |
The State of Connecticut, Department of Public Health (DPH) is recruiting for a Connecticut Careers Trainee. This position is located in the Environmental Chemistry Division of the Department of Public Health Laboratory and the selected candidate will work with more senior staff to develop methods to respond to chemical contamination events in the food supply, participate in emergency response drills and exercises, and may also work in other areas on the Division.
Should you have questions pertaining to this recruitment, please contact Deb Lyons at Deborah.Lyons@ct.gov, (860) 509-7180.
In a state agency this class is accountable for mastering the skills necessary to satisfactorily complete the training program for a professional position.
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; performs a variety of increasingly difficult duties as skills are acquired during course of training period; performs related duties as required.
Oral and written communication skills; ability to acquire knowledge and skills required for the target classification; ability to understand, evaluate and solve problems by exercising judgement and logic; ability to read, interpret and understand written material; ability to perform basic arithmetical computations; ability to interpret charts, graphs and tables; learning and reasoning ability; ability to establish and maintain cooperative relations with superiors, associates and general public; ability to utilize computer software.
Possession of a Bachelor's or Master's degree.
NOTE:
Please note – For appointment as a Connecticut Careers Trainee with a target title of Chemist 1 only college training in chemistry or a related field 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.
AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The Department of Public Health aims to provide equal opportunity in all aspects of employment and advancement, fostering an environment committed to supporting individuals in all protected classes. If you require an aid/accommodation to participate fully and fairly, please contact the Human Resources Office at (860) 509-7177.