STATE OF CONNECTICUT EXECUTIVE BRANCH JOBS

State Police Lieutenant

Recruitment #220705-7945SS-001

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Introduction



The Department of Emergency Services & Public Protection (DESPP), Division of State Police is currently recruiting for the position of State Police Lieutenant in multiple locations throughout Connecticut. Individuals promoted to the rank of State Police Lieutenant will have the opportunity to be assigned as a Barracks Commander, Unit Commander, Internal Affairs Investigator/Supervisor and other assignments within State Police. DESPP is committed to protecting and improving the quality of life for all by providing a broad range of public safety services, training, regulatory guidance and scientific services utilizing enforcement, prevention, education and state of the art science and technology. 

In striving to accomplish our mission, we will embody our core values with great PRIDE: 
• Professionalism through an elite and diverse team of trained men and women. 
• Respect for ourselves and others through our words and actions. 
• Integrity through adherence to standards and values that merit public trust. 
• Dedication to our colleagues, our values, and to the service of others. 
• Equality through fair and unprejudiced application of the law.

This announcement will be used to create a pool of candidates to fill future vacancies within DESPP, Division of State Police for State Police Lieutenant.  To be considered for these opportunities at any location to the class of State Police Lieutenant, you must submit a complete application through JobAps before the closing date.  Permanent assignment to any of these vacancies are subject to all mandatory requirements.

Selection Plan

In order to be considered for this job opening, you must be a current State of Connecticut employee of the Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection (DESPP), who by July 19, 2022 has permanent status in the classified service*, six months service in the DESPP and meets 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 part-time equivalent).

Selection Process

Interested candidates must successfully submit their application to the State of Connecticut within the filing period to be considered for hire.

Candidate Orientation Session: This session is designed to familiarize eligible candidates and provide an overview of the testing components that are the focus and basis of the examination process. Candidates will have the opportunity to ask questions at the end of the session. 

The expected duration of the orientation session is 1 to 2 hours, with the possibility of multiple sessions being scheduled based on the number of qualified applicants. 
  • Date: Anticipated week of August 15, 2022
  • Location: Virtual
  • Duration: 1 to 2 hours 
  • Notification: You will be sent notification via email on how to access the virtual orientation
Examination Components:  Qualified applicants must participate in all parts of the examination to receive a final score on the examination.
Part                                                          Weight
Assessment Center Exercise(s) 100%


Assessment Center: This is a standardized tool for evaluating behavior through a series of exercises that simulate real-life job tasks or situations. Candidate's responses to the exercises are evaluated by trained assessors who observe, record, classify and score the candidates observable behaviors against valid and objective scoring criteria. An example of an exercise candidates may partake in is:

Critical Incident - this type of exercise is designed to assess one's ability and readiness to take command of and run an emergency scene or tactical situation. Candidates are given scenarios/problems to which they must respond.  

The Assessment Center is anticipated to be held in August 2022.  Additional information regarding the assessment center and its schedule will be provided via email and at the candidate orientation session.  Please continue to monitor your email including your spam/junk folder and personal status board in JobAps for further communication regarding the scheduling of the assessment center. 

There will be no make-up assessment center except in very rare situations, where an applicant has a legitimate reason for not attending the regularly scheduled assessment center such as active military duty, serious illness or injury, death in the immediate family, or an accident the day of the assessment center.  Documentation will be required (e.g., military orders, medical certification, police report, etc.) prior to the date of the assessment center, except in critical situations occurring the day of the assessment center.  For those critical situations occurring the day of the assessment center, documentation will be required by close of business the first business day following the assessment center.  DAS has final authority to approve or deny all make-up requests.

Certified List: Upon conclusion of the assessment center, the Department of Administrative Services will certify an eligible list in order of ranked score.  

Reminders and Notes:

  • Updates during the recruitment process will be provided through email and your account via the JobAps portal. Please be sure to monitor both your personal email and online JobAps status board for notices and announcements. Important Note: be sure to monitor your spam and/or junk email folders as well as email notices could end there in error based on your email settings.
  • Per the State of Connecticut Acceptable Use Policy, State employees are not allowed to use their State issued email address when applying. Please be sure to use a personal email address.  
  • Applicants on active military duty should contact DAS.SHRM@ct.gov to discuss the possibility of special testing accommodations.  Special testing accommodations for active military personnel should be requested during the application filing period if possible.  If not possible, special testing accommodations must be requested within 4 weeks of return from active military service.  Copies of military orders will be required for all requests. 
  • Please do not call/email to confirm receipt or status of your application.  If your application submits successfully, you will receive a pop up confirmation after you submit, in addition to a confirmation email of your application submission.  
  • All application materials must be received by the recruiting agency by the time specified on the job opening for the position for which you are applying. Late applications may not be submitted and will not be considered. Exceptions are rare and limited to documented events that incapacitate a candidate during the entire duration of the job posting time period.  It is the candidate’s obligation and responsibility to request an exception and provide a legally recognized justification to accommodate such exception.  Requests should be made to DAS.SHRM@ct.gov.
    Should you have questions pertaining to this recruitment, please contact Matt Cronin at Matthew.Cronin@CT.Gov. 

    PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

    In the Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection, Division of State Police, this class is accountable for serving as Commander of a State Police Troop, overseeing activities of a specialized section of a major division or serving as Commander of a district within the Statewide Narcotics Task Force Section.

    EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

    Supervises the overall activities of a troop, specialized section or district within the Statewide Narcotics Task Force Section with responsibility for effective implementation of all operations; conducts continuous appraisal of operations and recommends or institutes corrective action as warranted; schedules and oversees effective assignment and utilization of personnel, equipment or facilities; assumes command of crime or major accident scenes or incidents involving police personnel, oversees investigation activities as required; oversees continuing in-service training and development of personnel; promotes and maintains effective public relations with news media, public officials and the general public; oversees and supervises recordkeeping and administrative management activities of command; performs related duties as required.

    KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

    Considerable knowledge of relevant agency policies and procedures; considerable knowledge of relevant State and Federal laws, statutes, regulations and court decisions; considerable knowledge of principles of modern police administration; considerable ability to accurately evaluate situations and make effective administrative and supervisory decisions; knowledge of modern police investigative techniques, procedures and aids; considerable interpersonal skills; considerable oral and written communication skills; leadership and supervisory ability.

    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

    One (1) year of experience as a State Police Sergeant.

    SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

    Incumbents in this class must possess and retain a current Connecticut Motor Vehicle Operator's License.

    PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

    Incumbents in this class must possess sufficient strength, stamina, agility and endurance to perform all the duties of the class.

    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.





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