STATE OF CONNECTICUT EXECUTIVE BRANCH JOBS

Transportation Public Concessions Inspector

Recruitment #191108-8855AR-001

Introduction

The State of Connecticut, Department of Transportation (DOT), invites qualified applicants to apply for the position of Transportation Public Concessions Inspector within the Office of Property and Facilities Services. This position works a rotating schedule, 40 hours per week. The work schedule will normally be comprised of four weekdays plus one weekend day, 40 hours per week. Normal work hours are between 6:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. including holidays, with occasional early or late shifts as deemed necessary. This position is assigned to work at the Newington headquarters facility, but due to this office's oversight of statewide operation of all 23 Concessions service plazas and DOT cafeteria, and inspection of State owned rest areas, possessing and retaining a valid driver's license and extensive travel utilizing a State vehicle is required. If hired, the employee will be required to attend (at the Department's expense) an Environmental Health Training Program. 

Selection Plan

In order to be considered for this job opening, you must meet the Minimum and Preferred Qualifications as listed on the job opening. You must specify your qualifications on your application.

Applicants must include a resume within the "Resume Tab" of their application. Ensure that your application is complete before submitting it. Applicants will be unable to make revisions once their application is submitted into the JobAps system.

Interviews will be limited to candidates whose experience and training most closely meet the requirements of the position.

This posting MAY require completion of additional referral questions (RQ’s) which will be sent to you via email after the closing date. Please regularly check your email for notifications. You must reply by the deadline indicated on the notification or you will be automatically disqualified from consideration.

Due to the volume of applications anticipated, we are unable to provide confirmation of receipt or status during the recruitment process. Updates will be provided through your JobAps portal account.

Direct questions pertaining to this recruitment to jennifer.brame@ct.gov. Reference #123033.

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In the Department of Transportation, Concessions Unit this class is accountable for inspecting leased public concessions facilities to ensure compliance with contractual provisions as well as state and federal laws and regulations.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Inspects public concession operations including restaurants, minimarts, vending facilities and gasoline service stations for conformance to contractual provisions pertaining to quality of service, pricing, hours of operation and staffing as well as compliance with state and federal regulations and standards for food preparation and storage, health codes and sanitation; reviews service requirements, deficiencies and improvements with concession managers; keeps records and prepares written reports; investigates complaints; coordinates inspection activities with other local, state and federal inspectors; performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

Knowledge of the principles and practices of food service and vending facility operations; knowledge of food sanitation and personal hygiene practices as related to food production; knowledge of and ability to interpret and apply relevant state and federal laws and regulations; interpersonal skills; oral and written communication skills;ability to utilize computer software.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

Five (5) years of experience in the management of a food service facility. Management is defined as being the owner, manager or assistant manager of a restaurant, food service operation, minimart or other area where food is served.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED

1. College training in hotel and restaurant management, food service management, business administration or a closely 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.
2. Two (2) years of experience in the inspection of food service operations may be substituted for the General Experience

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Applicants possessing a current ServSafe certification and those who demonstrate their verbal and written communication skills in their current and/or past positions are preferred.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

1. Incumbents in this class are required to work a rotating shift which includes nights, holidays and weekends.
2. Incumbents in this class will be required to travel.
3. 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.