STATE OF CONNECTICUT EXECUTIVE BRANCH JOBS

Planning Analyst

Recruitment #230815-6297AR-001

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Introduction


THE POSITION
The State of Connecticut’s Office of Policy and Management (OPM) seeks to hire a Planning Analyst in the Intergovernmental Policy and Planning Division’s (IGPP) Office of Responsible Growth Unit.   

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU 
  • To work for a Forbes top company: ‘Forbes’ State of Connecticut Ranked One of the Best Employers of 2023 - State of CT Receives National Recognition for Offering Job Growth, Competitive Benefits, and Flexible Schedule.
  • We offer a competitive benefits plan that includes healthcare coverage, a retirement plan as well as paid time off, including 13 paid holidays per calendar year.  
  • We encourage a strong work/life balance for all state employees, including access to hybrid telework options.  
  • We offer opportunities for professional and personal growth.  
  • As a loan forgiveness organization, you may be able to qualify for one or more State or Federal loan forgiveness programs.
HIGHLIGHTS
This is a full time (40 hours per week) position conveniently located in Hartford, CT, easily accessible to all major highways. 
  • LOCATION: OPM, Intergovernmental Policy and Planning Division
  • ADDRESS: 450 Capitol Avenue, Hartford, CT
  • WORK HOURS: Full-time, first shift, 40 hours per week
  • SCHEDULE: Monday through Friday
DISCOVER THE OPPORTUNITY TO
  • Work in the IGPP’s Office of Responsible Growth Unit, focusing on housing policy and community development.
  • Work with a comprehensive planning team that recommends policy priorities and advises and assists leadership in both the Executive and Legislative branches of government.
  • Assist in the development of plans, policies, programs, and legislation to promote sustainable land use.
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Selection Plan

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  • In order to be considered for this job opening, you must meet the Minimum Qualifications as listed on the 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.
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  • The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class. Interviews will be limited to candidates whose experience and training most closely meet the requirements of the position.
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PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In a State agency this class is accountable for independently performing a full range of tasks in planning, monitoring and evaluating programs.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

In this position the incumbent will perform the following duties, among others: 
  • Identify, evaluate and make recommendations for tools to overcome barriers to housing development, e.g., affordable housing, mixed-use development, and transit-oriented development;
  • Provide technical assistance to staff, state agencies, and state and local government officials relative to housing and community development matters;
  • Provide recommendations for implementing policy and program decisions relating to housing, economic and community development, transit-oriented development, and transportation;
  • Review proposed legislation/regulations, conduct legislative research, and prepare legislatively mandated reports;
  • Collaborate in the development, adoption and implementation of the State’s comprehensive plan: the Conservation and Development Policies Plan (C&D Plan);
  • Develop statewide policies and provide advisory reports, as required, in support of the C&D Plan;
  • Conduct Geographical Information Systems (GIS) analysis in support of Office of Responsible Growth activities, in coordination with the Data and Policy Analytics (DAPA) unit at OPM;
  • Manage and administer grant programs as assigned;
  • Represent OPM on various advisory boards, committees and workgroups, as assigned; and
  • Serve as OPM liaison to various state agencies, councils of government and municipalities.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

  • Knowledge of
    • principles and practices of state and regional planning;
    • federal, state and regional planning and development issues and programs;
    • research methods and techniques;
    • statistical analysis;
  • Skills
    • interpersonal skills;
    • oral and written communication skills;
  • Ability to
    • interpret relevant state and federal laws and regulations;
    • utilize computer software.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

Six (6) years of experience in planning including developing written long term plans broad in scope and having impact on a number of operations.

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.

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.
  • 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.
  • Successful completion of a Connecticut Careers Trainee program approved by the Department of Administrative Services may be substituted for the General Experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

The preferred candidate will have the following:
  • Experience with local, state and/or federal housing and community development programs, resources, policies and regulations;
  • Experience with research and writing, including experience analyzing and discerning trends and communicating complex information in simplified terms;
  • Experience in GIS use and applications;
  • Experience engaging stakeholders in problem solving and developing solutions through consensus building;
  • Experience managing multiple and varied assignments, and working in a collaborative environment;
  • Experience establishing, maintaining and building productive working relationships with government officials (federal, state, regional and local), community groups and the public;
  • Experience monitoring and/or participating in the State of Connecticut legislative process; and
  • Experience administering grant programs and/or fiscal management.

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.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes.  As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.




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