STATE OF CONNECTICUT EXECUTIVE BRANCH JOBS

US Dept of Labor, ODEP Employment Training Model Grant

Hybrid (Durational Project Manager)

Recruitment #260121-0415VR-001

Introduction


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THE POSITION
The State of ConnecticutDepartment of Aging and Disability Services (ADS), Bureau of Rehabilitation Services (BRS), is hiring for a Durational Project Manager (US Department of Labor (US DOL), Office of Disability Employment Policy (ODEP), Employment Training Model (ETM) Grant Manager) to join their team! 

This position will fulfill obligations associated with the 5-year US Department of Labor (US DOL), Office of Disability Employment (ODEP), Employment Training Model (ETM) Grant, including assisting in the implementation of the ETM grant and ensuring the deliverables of the ETM grant are achieved and effectively managed. 

This position will have significant responsibilities related to the development and implementation of policies and procedures that ensure compliance with the terms of this grant, as well as state and federal regulations. Primary duties will also be related to contract development, monitoring and quality assurance. Additional responsibilities will include but not be limited to the development and implementation of data reports, establishment of production metrics in collaboration and alignment with CT Workforce System and other external partners.

Please note this is a durational position with an anticipated end date of March 31, 2029. 

HIGHLIGHTS
  • UNIT: Bureau of Rehabilitation Services (BRS)
  • WORK SCHEDULE: Full-Time, 40 Hours per Week, First Shift, typical schedule of Monday - Friday
  • LOCATION: Hartford, CT 

      WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

      DISCOVER THE OPPORTUNITY TO 
      • Be a part of a comprehensive team of caring professionals; 
      • Provide support that is passionate about improving the lives of those we serve; 
      • Assist our clients so they can achieve success; 
      • Make a difference in the public sector; and 
      • Work together in a collaborative team environment. 
        ABOUT US 
        ADS offers a myriad of programs and services to assist older adults and people with disabilities. Our programs, policies and practices are designed to: 
        • Deliver integrated aging and disability services responsive to the needs of Connecticut citizens;
        • Provide leadership on aging and disability issues statewide; 
        • Provide and coordinate aging and disability programs and services in the areas of employment, education, independent living, accessibility and advocacy; 
        • Advocate for the rights of Connecticut residents with disabilities and older adults; and 
        • Serve as a resource on aging and disability issues at the state level.

        Selection Plan

        FOR ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING: 

        Check out our Applicant Tips on How to Apply! Need more resources?  Visit our Applicant Toolkit for additional support throughout the recruitment process. 

        BEFORE YOU APPLY: 

        • 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.  
        • Educational Credits: List your earned credits and degrees from accredited institutions accurately on your application. To receive educational credits towards qualification, the institution must be accredited. If the institution of higher learning is located outside of the U.S., you are responsible for providing documentation from a recognized USA accrediting service which specializes in determining foreign education equivalencies to the contact listed below by the closing date listed on the job posting. 
        • Resume Policy: Per Public Act 21-69, resumes are not accepted during the initial application process. As the recruitment process progresses, candidates may be required to submit additional documentation to support their qualification(s) for this position. This documentation may include: a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the request and discretion of the hiring agency. 
        • Preferred Shift/Location: 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 or shift. 
        • Timely Submission: All application materials must be received by the job posting deadline. You will be unable to make revisions once you officially submit your application to the State.  Late submissions are rarely accepted, with exceptions only for documented events that incapacitate individuals during the entire duration of the job posting. Request exceptions by emailing DAS.SHRM@ct.gov
        • Salary Calculations: For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from one of the three branches of state government (i.e., Executive, Legislative, Judicial) to the other. 
        • Note: The only way to apply to this posting is via the ‘Apply’ or ‘Apply Online’ buttons on the official State of Connecticut Online Employment Center job posting.

        AFTER YOU APPLY: 

        • Referral Questions: This posting may require completion of additional Referral Questions (RQs), which must be completed by the questionnaire’s expiration date. If requested, RQs can be accessed via an email sent to you after the job close date or by visiting your JobAps Personal Status Board (Certification Questionnaires section).   
        • Prepare For An Interview: Interviews are limited to those whose experience and training are most aligned with the role. To prepare, review this helpful Interview Preparation Guide to make the best impression! 
        • Stay connected! Log in daily to your JobAps Personal Status Board to track your status and check email (including spam/junk folders) for updates and tasks.  
        • The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.  
        • Note: This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules. Candidates who are offered and accept a position with the State of Connecticut are bound by the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State employees, available at www.ct.gov/ethics.

        QUESTIONS? WE’RE HERE TO HELP: 

        Due to high volume, we are unable to confirm receipt or provide status updates directly. For recruitment updates, please check your Personal Status Board and review our Frequently Asked Questions. If you have additional questions about the recruitment process, reach out to Jensine Tran at Jensine.Tran@ct.gov

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        PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

        In a state agency this class is accountable for making or conducting a special inquiry, investigation, examination or installation pursuant to Section 5-198(n) of the Connecticut General Statutes.

        EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

        • Direct workflows and operations of local staff across all 5 Workforce Development Board regions through the creation of tracking mechanisms for real-time status updates on qualitative and quantitative referrals to ETM and their dispositions or outcomes; 
        • Participation in the coordination, planning, implementation and evaluation of BRS internal control workflows and procedures to ensure allowable and allocable use of Federal Grant Funds;
        • Refinement and monitoring of procedures for time tracking and salary cost allocations for staff assigned to the ETM Grant;
        • In collaboration with ADS-fiscal, perform reconciliations and other accuracy control methods to ensure grant compliance;
        • Development of individual fee for service rates or other cost schedules related to ETM program or field operation services;
        • Analyze federal regulations and grant parameters while developing POS/PSA contracts, creating purchase requisitions, processing invoices and performing other actions related to the encumbering and expenditure of ETM funds; 
        • Interact with the ETM Leadership Team and the National Program Evaluation Team to implement a consumer randomization and tracking system for the required service delivery data submission for both the Experimental and Control Groups; 
        • Support the needs analysis, procurement and implementation of technology solutions, including implementing solutions to leverage existing Management Information systems, drafting data sharing agreements and determining cost allocation proportions related to shared staff/consumer services; 
        • Produce monthly and ad hoc reports related to individual consumer and categorical expenditure totals;
        • Track program-level budget projections and assist with required financial grant reporting; 
        • Prepare written narratives, including funding requests and reports that document ETM program performance

        PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

        • Experience with developing and maintaining programmatic reports that include federal grant funds
        • Experience collaborating across systems and programs to implement client services workflows
        • Experience maintaining compliance with program specific federal regulations
        • Experience in the development of Purchase of Services contracts, including scopes and deliverables
        • Experience in developing business requirements to define enhancements to existing Management Information Systems

        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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