STATE OF CONNECTICUT EXECUTIVE BRANCH JOBS

Grants And Contracts Specialist

Recruitment #230925-4191AR-001

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Introduction

THE POSITION
The State of Connecticut, Office of Policy and Management (OPM) is currently seeking a qualified individual for the position of Grants and Contracts Specialist within the Criminal Justice Policy and Planning Division (CJPPD).

HIGHLIGHTS
This is a full time (40 hours per week) position conveniently located in Hartford, CT.  This recruitment may be considered for future Grants and Contracts Specialist opportunities within OPM. 

  • LOCATION: OPM, Criminal Justice 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
  • Plan and develop interagency initiatives to demonstrate new policy objectives and strategies with a specialized focus on criminal justice.
  • Lead efforts to enhance and create new subgrantee reporting requirements and monitoring tools to improve data-driven and evidence-based funding decisions.
  • Create new funding opportunities and coordinate with federal, state and community agencies and organizations.
THE ROLE
This is an exciting opportunity to work as a Grants and Contracts Specialist within the Criminal Justice Policy and Planning Division.  In this role, you will be responsible for the planning, implementation, management, and evaluation of federal grants that OPM receives, focusing on areas of criminal justice. In addition, you will create new funding opportunities and coordinate with federal, state and community agencies and organizations.

The ideal candidate for this position will possess grant administration experience, be organized, have good communication skills, demonstrate a strong work ethic, as well as maintain working relationships with multiple criminal justice stakeholders and have the capacity to multi-task and adapt to changing circumstances. 

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Selection Plan

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Please Note: In order to be considered for this job opening, you must be a current State of CT employee, who has worked for the state for at least six (6) months of full-time service or full-time equivalent service, absent any applicable collective bargaining language, and meet the Minimum Qualifications as listed on the job opening.  You must specify your qualifications on your application.

To Apply:
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Please select all location(s) and shift(s) you are willing to work on your application. Failure to do so may result in not being considered for vacancies in that specific location.
  • 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.
After You Apply: 
  • Although applicants will receive correspondence via email, as a backup they are also encouraged to sign on to their Personal Status Board daily to monitor their status, view all emailed notices and complete tasks required in the recruitment process.
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  • At any point during this 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, licensure, etc., at the discretion of the hiring agency. Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications as indicated to apply for this position. 
  • 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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  • Due to the large volume of applications received, we are unable to provide confirmation of receipt or status during the recruitment process. Updates will be available through your JobAps portal account. 
  • If have any questions pertaining to this recruitment, please contact opm.recruitment@ct.gov. 
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PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In a state agency this class is accountable for performing as a specialist in planning, implementation, management and evaluation of a large complex grant program or group of programs in one field where responsibilities are assumed for program development, liaison and coordination with federal, state and community agencies and organizations, program implementation and administration, program monitoring and assessment.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

  • Plan and develop interagency initiatives to demonstrate new policy objectives and strategies with a specialized focus on criminal justice;
  • Draft statewide implementation plans involving multiple state and local criminal justice agencies;
  • Plan and coordinate forums, hearings and events to allow for public participation in developing statewide priorities and plans; 
  • Review grant application materials, including but not limited to, budgets, narratives, and statements of work;
  • Lead efforts to enhance and create new subgrantee reporting requirements and monitoring tools to improve data-driven and evidence-based funding decisions;
  • Analyze current services, fiscal data and performance measures to identify the most effective and efficient use of federal funds; 
  • Pursue federal discretionary grant opportunities to generate resources for developing and accessing innovative policies, practices, and procedures within the statewide criminal justice system;
  • Serve as the lead contact for the division to the US DOJ for several federal grants, monitor compliance with federal mandates and prepare the required reports for submission to federal agencies;
  • Develop policies, practices, and procedures to support compliance with federal legislation;
  • Monitor and maintain oversight of federally funded programs operated by various state agencies, local governments, and private providers;
  • Lead working groups involving agency staff to examine policies and procedures and make necessary course corrections;
  • Create new grant announcements and ensure that the application and review process comply with federal requirements and guidelines; and
  • Assist with creating awareness of the grant opportunities among relevant criminal justice stakeholders.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

  • Considerable knowledge of
    • grant preparation and administration; 
    • program evaluation and monitoring functions; 
  • Knowledge of
    • research methods and techniques; 
    • budget preparation and monitoring; 
  • Considerable
    • interpersonal skills; 
    • oral and written communication skills; 
  • Ability to utilize computer software; 
  • Supervisory ability.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

Seven (7) years of experience in planning, implementation and/or management of grant programs on a community, state or federal level.

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 a closely related field may be substituted for one (1) additional year of the General Experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Experience in criminal justice or public policy;
  • Experience leading the planning and development of new programs, policies and initiatives;
  • Experience administering and monitoring state or federal grants;
  • Experience working with state and federal criminal justice agencies 
  • Experience interpreting and implementing statutory and administrative policy; and
  • Experience working with Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and other Microsoft Office products.

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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