Director Of Employment Security Appeals Referee Section

The State of Connecticut, Department of Labor (DOL) is committed to protecting and promoting the interests of Connecticut workers. In order to accomplish this in an ever-changing environment, we assist workers and employers to become competitive in the global economy. We take a comprehensive approach to meeting the needs of workers and employers, and the other agencies that serve them. We ensure the supply of high-quality integrated services that serve the needs of our customers.

The DOL is currently seeking a Director of Employment Security Appeals Referee Section. The Appeals Division is comprised of the Referee Section and the Board of Review. The Employment Security Appeals Division is an autonomous, quasi-judicial agency housed in the Department of Labor. It primarily hears and decides appeals arising from decisions of the Administrator of the Connecticut Unemployment Compensation Act, from which it is statutorily independent.

This is a full-time, first shift position.

Questions about this position should be directed to the hiring agency's human resources office: DOL.HR@ct.gov.  

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

*For employees in the classified service, permanent status is obtained after successful completion of a working test period. For employees in the unclassified service, permanent status is obtained after serving in a position for at least six months (full-time or full-time equivalent).

This position is competitive.

Applicants must include a resume within the "Resume Tab" of their application.

Please ensure that your application is complete and that you have uploaded your resume. You will be unable to make revisions once you officially submit your application to the State of Connecticut. Candidates who submit an untimely, incomplete or inaccurate application will not be considered for this employment opportunity.

In the Labor Department, Employment Security Appeals Division, this class is accountable for directing the activities of the Referee Section.

Directs the staff and operation of the section; coordinates, plans and manages section activities; formulates program goals and objectives; develops or assists in the development of related policies; interprets and administers pertinent laws; evaluates staff; prepares or assists in preparation of section budget; maintains contacts with individuals both within and outside the section who might impact on program activities; serves as administrative head of the Referee Section; oversees the conduct of appeals hearings on issues of unemployment compensation and other programs; consults with referees in branch offices on difficult cases; may conduct hearings; performs related duties as required.

Considerable knowledge of relevant State laws, rules and regulations; considerable knowledge of labor problems with particular reference to unemployment; considerable knowledge of quasi-judicial procedures, rules of evidence and judicial rules of procedure for administrative agencies; knowledge of and ability to apply management principles and techniques; considerable interpersonal skills; considerable oral and written communication skills; considerable ability to interpret and apply pertinent laws, regulations and legal decisions; considerable ability to review decisions for integrity based on findings of fact, evidence and applicable laws, regulations and rulings.

Three (3) years' experience as an Employment Security Appeals Referee.

Two (2) years as an Employment Security Principal Appeals Referee may be substituted for the General Experience.

Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.

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.