STATE OF CONNECTICUT EXECUTIVE BRANCH JOBS

Director of Communications

Hybrid

Recruitment #230601-0514EX-001

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Introduction



Does the opportunity to share the incredible work our State employees do and its impact on the citizens of Connecticut excite you?  
Are you a communications or public relations professional passionate about public service? 
If so, read below & apply today! 

The State of Connecticut, Department of Administrative Services (DAS), is now accepting applications for an exciting Director of Communications opportunity reporting directly to the Senior Advisor of the Commissioner. 

THE ROLE: 
You will assist in leading, developing and growing the agency’s communications team and will be integral in the development and implementation of a strategic communications plan for DAS and its various divisions. You will support DAS’s mission, program goals and objectives; and provide transparency and access of information to constituents, other agencies and other branches of government. 

Do you possess excellent written, verbal, and digital communication skills? 
Are you skilled in delivering information to all levels of constituents? 
Are you results driven and detail oriented? 

If you answered yes to the questions above, this is the role you’ve been searching for! We’re looking for someone who is analytical and likes identifying the best way to convey critical messaging to various stakeholders. Advanced computer skills and proficiency in a variety of platforms as well as experience with web and mobile content is expected. 

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:
  • Developing media campaigns to tell the Agency’s story, including who DAS is, the services we provide, the people and talent that work here, and the impacts of their work on our constituents.
  • Creating, drafting, and editing press releases, press advisories, editorials, brochures, internal communications, social media postings, and other presentation materials.
  • Supporting DAS divisions with internal and external communications, and content surrounding public relations initiatives.
  • Identifying areas of improvement in the department’s communications technology and developing effective solutions.  
  • Managing project implementations as assigned under agency and statutory authority.
  • Support the management of the DAS website copywriting, design, and other updates as needed.
  • Drafting and editing speeches.
  • Other duties and projects as assigned.
WHO WE ARE: 
The Department of Administrative Services (DAS) houses a number of distinct programs that comprise the business functions of state government, including information technology, human resources, procurement, facilities and real estate, construction services, fleet, workers compensation and more united in a common mission to:
  • Support Connecticut's Growth - To serve our citizens, businesses, state agencies and other branches of government by providing the highest quality services at the lowest possible cost.
  • Drive Continuous Innovation - To increase the efficiency and effectiveness of state government using best practices from the public and private sectors.
  • Provide Rewarding Careers - To attract and retain a workforce of talented, dedicated public servants committed to leading our great state forward.
 WE CAN OFFER YOU:
  • Flexible & hybrid telework schedules available  
  • Industry leading health benefits, including medical and dental coverage
  • Extensive pension plan and supplemental retirement offerings
  • Paid time off- including 13 holidays per calendar year
  • Professional growth and development opportunities
  • Culture that encourages work-life balance 
  • 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 
POSITION HIGHLIGHTS:
  • Monday-Friday
  • Full-time 40 hours/week 
  • 1st Shift 
  • Hybrid telework schedules available 
Watch the video below to see what it's like to be a State of CT employee! 
 

Selection Plan

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.
  • In order to receive educational credits toward qualification for this job posting, 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 recruiter listed on this job posting. 
  • 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 or shift.
  • 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.
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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, licensure, etc., at the discretion of the hiring agency.
  • Interviews will be limited to candidates whose experience and training most closely meet the requirements of the position.
  • The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.
CONTACT US:
  • 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. 
  • Should you have any questions pertaining to this recruitment, please contact faith.macdonald@ct.gov.

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In a small to medium state agency this class is accountable for directing agency communications and public relations programs.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Experience with digital communications technologies. 
  • Experience creating web and mobile content for business. 
  • Experience with copywriting and copy editing.
  • Experience managing media relations.
  • Experience prioritizing projects with competing deadlines.

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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