Planning Specialist

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Who We Are:

The State of Connecticut Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) mission is to promote public safety and regulate drivers, their motor vehicles and certain vehicle-related businesses, through the delivery of exceptional customer service to internal and external customers. The CT DMV is searching for employees who are empowered to make a difference and to provide exceptional service to our customers.

The Role:

The Department of Motor Vehicle is seeking a leader in the project management field to play a key role in the development of a Project Management Office in Wethersfield, CT and oversee the implementation of innovated initiatives within the Agency. The work hours are from Monday-Friday, 8:00-4:30pm.  The selected candidate will be responsible for building, mentoring and training staff, as well as, establishing policies and procedures to develop a successful Project Management Team.   The incumbent will  lead the full implementation of projects and take responsibility of project deliverables and milestones.  In addition, they will direct various activities related to the projects while working collaboratively with senior management, key stakeholders and business leaders throughout the Agency.  The candidate will also communicate with executives to ensure project alignment with Agency goals.  

What's in it for you:    Leading Comprehensive Benefit Offerings:

• Industry leading health benefits, including medical and dental coverage;
• Competitive market salary plans;
• Comprehensive pension plan and supplemental retirement offerings;
• Retirement healthcare offerings;
• Professional growth and development opportunities;
• Opportunity to serve the citizens of Connecticut.

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In order to be considered for this job opening, you must meet the Minimum Qualifications 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.

Applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies.

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. 

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

Should you have any questions pertaining to this recruitment please contact Catherine Downey at Catherine.Downey@ct.gov .

In a State agency, this class is accountable for performing as a specialist in a planning area in support of program and policies.

Performs highly specialized complex duties in a planning and program area; supervises planning, development, coordination and administration of program operations; formulates, recommends, implements policies and guidelines for program; acts as liaison with operating units, agencies and outside officials regarding program policies and procedures; provides technical and consultative services regarding program; prepares reports and correspondence; speaks before groups regarding program; may testify before legislative committees; performs related duties as required.

Considerable knowledge of relevant agency policies and procedures; considerable knowledge of relevant State and Federal laws, statutes and regulations; considerable knowledge of principles and practices of state and regional planning; considerable knowledge of research methods and techniques; knowledge of relevant programs in private agencies, other states and at national level; considerable interpersonal skills; considerable oral and written communication skills; ability to interpret and evaluate research data; ability to utilize computer software.

Eight (8) years of experience in planning including developing written long term plans broad in scope and having impact on a number of operations.

One (1) year of the General Experience must have been in planning at or above the level of Lead Planning Analyst.
Note: Planning is defined as collecting and analyzing technical data (social, environmental, economic, governmental), determining problems and concerns and developing long-term plans accordingly. These are formal, written plans, i.e., statements of goals and objectives, recommended alternatives for action and policies and programs to achieve the goals and objectives. Generally, these plans will impact statewide activities or a large-scale corporation which has branch or satellite facilities. Candidates must often perform these types of duties the majority of time and the planning function must be the major thrust of the job.

1. College training 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.
2. A Master's degree in planning, public administration or a closely related field may be substituted for one (1) additional year of the General Experience.

• Experience in developing, reviewing and monitoring operational procedures;
• Customer service focus; 
• Project Management skills;   
• Experience documenting business process workflow;  
• Experience establishing standards and procedures for a Project Management Office (PMO);  
• Experience administering projects in Clarity or other Portfolio Project Management tools; 
• Project Management Professional Certification (PMP).        

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.