STATE OF CONNECTICUT EXECUTIVE BRANCH JOBS

Planning Analyst

Recruitment #260108-6297AR-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 WE CAN OFFER YOU
HIGHLIGHTS
This is a full time (40 hours per week) position conveniently located in Hartford, CT, easily accessible to all major highways. 
  • LOCATION: Office of Policy and Management
  • ADDRESS: 450 Capitol Avenue, Hartford, CT
  • WORK HOURS: Full-time, first shift, 40 hours per week
  • SCHEDULE: Monday through Friday
YOUR ROLE
In this position you will work in the Office of Responsible Growth Unit, focused on comprehensive land use and community development planning and policy.  

This is an exciting opportunity to work with a comprehensive planning team that recommends policy priorities and advises and assists leadership in both the Executive and Legislative branches of government in developing plans, policies, programs, and legislation to promote sustainable land use.

ABOUT US
At OPM we report directly to the Governor and provide information and analysis that the Governor uses to formulate public policy for the state. We also assist state agencies and municipalities in implementing the law and public policy on behalf of the people of Connecticut. We prepare the Governor’s budget proposals; implement and monitor the execution of the enacted budget; and oversee the executive branch agencies that report to the Governor.

The Intergovernmental Policy and Planning Division’s (IGPP) Office of Responsible Growth (ORG) coordinates state planning efforts around land and water resources and infrastructure improvements. The ORG works to support the creation of livable, diverse, and economically strong communities while protecting our natural, economic, social, and cultural resources for the benefit of current and future generations.

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Selection Plan

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  • Meet Minimum Qualifications: Ensure you meet the Minimum Qualifications listed on the job opening by the job closing date. You must specify your qualifications on your application. The minimum experience and training requirements listed must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.  
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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

  • Assist in the development, adoption and implementation of the State’s comprehensive plan: the Conservation and Development Policies Plan (C&D Plan);
  • Identify, evaluate and make recommendations for tools to achieve state priorities around conservation and development and to promote sustainable land use among state, regional and local agencies;
  • Provide technical resources and assistance to staff, state agencies, and state and local government officials relative to a variety of comprehensive planning issues, such as, transportation, housing, natural resources protection, hazard mitigation, resiliency, and economic development;
  • Assist in the administration of housing-growth related programs;
  • Assist coordinating with councils of governments and reviewing regional plans;
  • Review proposed legislation/regulations, conduct legislative research, and prepare legislatively mandated reports;
  • Develop statewide policies and provide advisory reports, as required, in support of the C&D Plan;
  • 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

  • Experience with local, regional and/or state comprehensive planning;
  • Experience with local, regional and/or state land use policies and regulations;
  • Experience with research and writing, including the ability to analyze and discern trends and communicate complex information in simplified terms;
  • 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; and,
  • Experience monitoring and/or participating in the State of Connecticut legislative process.

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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