STATE OF CONNECTICUT EXECUTIVE BRANCH JOBS

Manager Of Research And Planning

Recruitment #240404-5801MP-001

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Introduction


THE POSITION
The State of Connecticut Office of Policy and Management (OPM) is currently accepting applications for a Manager of Research and Planning in the Data and Policy Analytics Division (DAPA).   

CONTINUE TO ENJOY:
  • A Platinum Healthcare Plan, the nation’s best for state employees and dependents, according to a report by Georgetown’s Center on Health Insurance Reform an article by Ellen Andrews, Ph.D., along with comprehensive benefit offerings.
  • Extensive pension plan and supplemental retirement offerings.
  • Paid time off including thirteen (13) paid holidays.
  • A culture that encourages work/life balance.
  • Professional growth and development opportunities.
  • 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.
  • State of Connecticut is an eligible Public Service Loan Forgiveness employer, meaning you may be eligible to have qualifying student loans forgiven after 10 years of service. Click here for more information.
HIGHLIGHTS
This is a full time (40 hours per week) position conveniently located in Hartford, CT, easily accessible to all major highways. 
  • LOCATION: OPM, Data and Policy Analytics Division
  • ADDRESS: 450 Capitol Avenue, Hartford, CT
  • WORK HOURS: Full-time, first shift, 40 hours per week
  • SCHEDULE: Monday through Friday

Selection Plan

For Assistance in Applying:
To Apply:
  • In order to be considered for this job opening, you must be a current State of CT employee at the agency listed above, 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.
  • 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.
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  • 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. 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 directing the staff and operations of the Research and/or Planning Division.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

  • Directs staff and operations of Evaluation and Impact unit; 
  • Coordinates, plans and manages evaluation and impact activities, including but not limited to:
      • Ensuring evaluation of investments through ARPA and other federal grant programs; 
      • Coordinating with recipients of funds to identify interim results from ongoing evaluations;
      • Ensuring consistent public reporting of evaluation efforts through existing state tools;
      • Developing and implementing evaluation policies and practices with state agencies, including learning agendas, evaluation plans and evaluation principles;
      • Developing research collaborative for extending agency research capacity; 
      • Coordinating with OPM divisions, state agencies, subrecipients and applied researchers or evaluators;
  • Maintains outreach to agencies to identify evaluation plans and related needs;
  • Develops plans, materials and resources for capacity-building for agencies and subrecipients related to evaluation and evidence-building;
      • Formulate goals and objectives for agency capacity-building for data and analytics;
      • Directs development of content and materials for training and capacity-building activities; 
      • Develops calendar, budget and outreach plans for training and capacity-building activities; 
  • Prepares comprehensive reports and policy briefs to summarize evaluation and research activities;
      • Assist in preparation of biennial State Data Plan and related documents; 
      • Assist Budget Division in development of annual Recovery Plan Performance Report (RPPR) for State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds (SLFRF);
      • Develops tools to provide transparency on evaluation and evidence-building activities; 
  • Assists Chief Data Officer in developing division budget; 
  • Coordinates with state and national resources to effectively implement evaluation and research activities to inform policy and practice; 
  • Leads the recruitment and hiring of research staff, including outreach, interview and selection; and 
  • Directs development and maintenance of performance measures and standards for all functional units.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

  • Considerable knowledge of
    • and ability to apply management principles and practices; 
    • relevant state and federal laws, statutes and regulations; 
    • relevant agency policies, procedures and/or operations; 
    • methods of research design, statistical analysis and database management; 
    • principles and practices of business and public administration including organization and administration, planning and budgeting, management systems research and development, information systems and policy development; 
  • Considerable ability to
    • interpret legislation and determine its impact on agency operations and/or the State; 
    • analyze organizational problems, design and conduct studies and determine effective solutions; 
  • Considerable
    • interpersonal skills; 
    • oral and written communications skills.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

Nine (9) years of professional experience in management analysis, systems analysis, planning, research or a related field.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SPECIAL EXPERIENCE

Two (2) years of the General Experience must have been in a supervisory capacity.

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 research, statistics, economics or a closely related field may be substituted for one (1) additional year of the General Experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Experience developing and managing applied research plans and goals, and managing applied research projects, using administrative data;
  • Experience in state, municipal or federal government;
  • Experience with federal and state reporting and interpreting state and federal policies and regulations; 
  • Experience with management, development, recruitment and hiring of staff, including outreach, interview and selection, and development of performance measures and goals; 
  • Experience working with applied researchers and evaluators, to develop analysis plans and related dissemination materials; 
  • Experience developing standardized and repeatable procedures to improve analytics and evaluation activities and reporting;
  • Experience managing and coordinating training and capacity building activities and related supporting resources; 
  • Experience with tools for data storytelling and the development of graphics, reports or dashboards to present key findings and information to a diverse set of stakeholders; 
  • Experience  with quantitative and qualitative research methods, with an understanding of statistical or econometric concepts, including methods for measuring impact;
  • Experience with tools, such as R or Python for data preparation and analysis, and tools such as Tableau or DataWrapper for data visualization and dashboard development;
  • Experience working in a fast-paced environment; and
  • Experience with compliance for policies, procedures and processes for safe, ethical and secure use of data.

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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