STATE OF CONNECTICUT EXECUTIVE BRANCH JOBS

Bookstore Supervisor 1

Recruitment #221229-1235AR-001

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Introduction


Do you have retail management experience in a bookstore setting and want to get into state service? If so, read below and apply today!


This is a full time on first shift, 40 hours per week position, Monday through Friday, with occasional overtime opportunities during specially scheduled events. 

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

We take part in a competitive benefits plan which includes:
In addition, the State puts an emphasis on:
  • Providing limitless opportunities;
  • Hiring for diversity and fresh perspectives;
  • Performing meaningful work and;
  • Encouraging a healthy work/life balance!
ROLE HIGHLIGHTS

As the Bookstore Supervisor 1, you will be the sole staff representative responsible for overseeing the operations of the Connecticut Fire Academy Bookstore.  Additional responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to:

  • Working with training and certification unit staff, Regional Fire School directors, local fire department chiefs and training officers to identify and forecast fire service training and related educational support material needs,
  • Conducting procurement, receipt, inventory management, marketing and sales of items,
  • Maintaining and managing all financial records and reports using assigned Point of Sales software,
  • Issuing invoices and managing accounts receivable and collections ledgers, 
  • Establishing policies and procedures to include pricing strategies,
  • Supporting the CT Fire Academy's Recruit Firefighter Training and Introduction to the Fire Service Summer Camp needs for clothing and related support materials, 
  • Developing a plan to transition to on-line internet-based sales.
ABOUT US

The Connecticut Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection (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.

MISSION OF THE COMMISSION ON FIRE PREVENTION AND CONTROL

To prevent or mitigate the effects of fire and disasters, either natural or man made, on the citizens of the State of Connecticut. This objective shall be accomplished through the development and delivery of state-of-the-art educational programs designed to meet nationally recognized standards, certification of individuals to such standards and maintenance of up-to-date resources for use by fire service personnel, public educators and other first responders.

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Selection Plan

TO APPLY

  • In order to be considered for this job opening, you must meet the Minimum Qualifications as listed on this job opening. You must specify your qualifications on your application.
  • The minimum experience and training requirements must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.
  • Ensure that your application is complete and detailed before submitting it. In order to comply with Public Act 21-69, the State of Connecticut is no longer asking for resumes during the initial application process. You will not be able to make revisions once your application is submitted into the JobAps system.
  • 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.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION AFTER YOU APPLY

  • This posting may require completion of additional referral questions (RQs). You can access these RQs via an email that will be sent to you after the posting's closing date or by visiting your JobAps Personal Status Board (Certification Questionnaires section). Your responses to these RQs must be submitted by the questionnaire's expiration date. Please regularly check your email and JobAps Personal Status Board for notifications. Please check your SPAM and/or Junk folders on a daily basis in the event an email provider places auto-notification emails in a user's spam.
  • Although applicants will receive correspondence via email, as a backup they are also encouraged to sign on to their Personal Status Board on a daily basis to monitor their status, view all emailed notices and complete tasks required in the recruitment process.
  • Note: At any point during the recruitment process, applicants may be required to submit additional documentation which support their qualification(s) for this position. These documents may include: a cover letter, resume, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, college transcripts, licensure, etc., at the discretion of the hiring agency.
  • The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.
Candidates selected for an interview must provide the following at the time of interview:

State Employees:
  • Two (2) most recent performance evaluations;
  • Completed CT-HR-13.
Non-State Employees:
  • Two (2) professional references contact information (Name, Email and Phone Number);
  • Completed CT-HR-13. 
Candidates who have been selected for employment with the Department of Emergency Services & Public Protection are subject to a detailed background investigation, including a fingerprint supported state and federal criminal history record check along with reference checks.  Selection for employment is contingent upon satisfactory completion of the background investigation.  Click here to complete the Criminal Convictions addendum.  The CT-HR-13 can also be found on the DAS website http://portal.ct.gov/das by typing in "CT-HR-13" into the "Search Department of Administrative Services" search field.  Also considered in this selection process:  Any pending or disciplinary history within the past 2 years and review of attendance records.  Failure to provide the required documents listed above or submit your application accurately and on time, will eliminate you from the recruitment process.

Should you have questions pertaining to this recruitment, please contact Benjamin Beaudry at Benjamin.Beaudry@ct.gov.

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PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In the Departments of Energy and Environmental Protection and Emergency Services and Public Protection, this class is accountable for the operation of the bookstore and supervision of employees.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Supervises a system of inventory control; forecasts stock requirements; supervises the purchase of merchandise; interviews sales representatives; supervises display of merchandise; maintains financial and personnel records; schedules, assigns, oversees and reviews the work of staff; provides staff training and assistance; conducts performance evaluations; determines priorities and plans store work; establishes and maintains store procedures; develops or makes recommendations on the development of policies and standards; acts as liaison with other departments, agencies and others regarding store policies and procedures; prepares reports and correspondence; maintains housekeeping and security standards; may determine selling prices and control obsolescence; performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

Considerable knowledge of the principles and methods of retail purchasing and merchandising; knowledge of stocking and inventory control methods; oral and written communications skills; interpersonal skills; ability to utilize computer software; supervisory ability.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

Five (5) years of experience in retailing in a bookstore setting.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SPECIAL EXPERIENCE

One (1) year of the General Experience must have been in a working lead capacity at or above the level of Bookstore Assistant Supervisor.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED

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.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Experience working independently at the Manager level in a retail environment,
  • Experience working in a Bookstore or College co-op,
  • Experience with inventory and financial management as it relates to retail,
  • Experience with set-up, deployment and operation of Point of Sales (POS) software and On-line sales experience.

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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