Human Services Transportation Program Trainee(Connecticut Careers Trainee- Target Class: Transportation Planner)

Introduction

Are you seeking an entry-level position that provides training in the administration of federally funded transit programs, human service transportation programs, and public transit planning, management, and operations? If so,   begin your career at the Department of Transportation, where you can make a positive impact on our communities The ,Department of Transportation is recruiting for a entry level position,  Target Class: Transportation Planner in the Burau of Public Transportation, Office of Transit and Ridesharing. WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU Visit our new page  A healthy to all employees Professional growth and development opportunities The opportunity to work for a Forbes top company - ‘Forbes’: - State of CT Receives National Recognition for Offering Job Growth, Competitive Benefits, and Flexible Schedule Join an award-winning agency CTDOT has been recently awarded the Employer of the Year award by the Connecticut Society of Civil Engineers and named the Women’s Transportation Seminar CT Employer of the Year for 2024. THE ROLE Training in administration of federally funded transit programs, human service transportation programs, public transit planning, management and operations. Work in a dynamic environment. Showcase your strong written and oral communication skills. Develop the tools and analytical skills necessary to become a professional in the field. WORK ACTIVITIES WILL INCLUDE: Administration of federally funded programs to improve mobility for seniors and individuals with disabilities and support a variety of mobility options including mobility management, vehicle purchase, demand response transportation programs, taxi vouchers and more. Review Subrecipients applications for funding. Prepare CTDOT’s grant application to Federal Transit Administration (FTA) and develop annual Program of Projects which balances the needs of the target populations with available funding. Invoicing, tracking balances in the projects, review of compliance with federal and state requirements, providing technical assistance to Subrecipients. YOUR CAREER WITH US Eligibility for promotion to the target classification of Transportation Planner 1 is earned upon successful completion of the training program. Target class: 
Candidates with a Bachelor’s degree will serve a two (2) year training program. Candidates with a Master’s degree in a closely related field may be eligible for a shorter training period. First year of training: Bachelor's degree and/or qualifying experience: FS 15 Step 1 ($55,328/year) Master's degree: FS 15 Step 2 ($57,320/year) Second year of training: General rate: FS 15 Step 5 ($63,306/year) POSITION HIGHLIGHTS Full-time (40 hours per week) First shift Monday-Friday Location: Newington, CT  bargaining unit Reports to a Transportation Supervising Planner or employee of a higher level.  This position is eligible to apply for telework after successful completion of the working test period, and thereafter, in accordance with the Telework Policy. The Policy can be found Employees in their initial working test period must work on site. ABOUT US As one of Connecticut’s largest State agencies, DOT employs approximately 3,200 individuals statewide in five distinct bureaus. It is our mission to provide a safe, accessible and efficient multimodal transportation network that improves the quality of life and promotes economic vitality for the State and the region. We have a significant transportation infrastructure system that is essential to maintaining mobility for Connecticut residents and businesses and supporting economic and community development while preserving environmental and cultural resources. The Department of Transportation is committed to cultivating a diverse staff that is representative of the communities we serve. Applications from individuals having diverse backgrounds and life experiences are strongly encouraged.

Selection Plan

These positions will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules. Applications to this recruitment will be used to meet collective bargaining requirements. Once any collective bargaining requirements have been met, all other applicants may be considered. 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. To Apply: The minimum experience and training requirements 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 mastering the skills necessary to satisfactorily complete the training program for a professional position.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

In a department or institution receives training in introductory governmental work for development of skills and knowledge in field of public administration in order to qualify for advancement into agency professional positions; Performs a variety of increasingly difficult duties as skills are acquired during course of training period; Performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

Oral and written communication skills;  Ability to acquire knowledge and skills required for the target classification; understand, evaluate and solve problems by exercising judgement and logic; read, interpret and understand written material; perform basic arithmetical computations; interpret charts, graphs and tables; learn and reason; establish and maintain cooperative relations with superiors, associates and general public; utilize computer software.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Candidates must be able to meet the experience and training requirements of the designated job class at the completion of the development program.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Possession of a bachelor’s degree in public administration, sociology, business administration, management, finance, economics, mathematics, transportation, urban, regional or environmental planning. Experience communicating in writing and verbally in a customer service setting. Experience working independently as well as in team settings. Experience completing tasks with attention to detail. Experience prioritizing and managing multiple tasks. Experience analyzing data, performing arithmetical computations, deriving insights, formulating conclusions, and presenting results to stakeholders. Experience with technical reports or document writing and development. Experience in forming cooperative relationships with associates, stakeholders and the general public.

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.

Overview

Employee Benefits As a State of Connecticut employee you may be entitled to a host of benefits that are not only attractive, but also may be portable should your career bring you to other avenues of state service. From 13 paid holidays to accruing vacation time, being a State of Connecticut employee not only gives you the opportunity to make a difference in someone’s life, but the time to enjoy your own. Listed below are just some of the benefits the State of Connecticut offers depending on the position you hold: Health & Dental Insurance Accrued Vacation, Personal and Sick Leave (Subject to the appropriate bargaining union contract or state statute and regulations.) Retirement Plan Group Life Insurance Supplemental Benefits Voluntary Defined Contribution Plans Flexible Spending Accounts (Dependent Care Program, Medical Flexible Spending, and Qualified Transportation) Supplemental Benefits Programs (Auto and Home Insurance, plus Short and Long Term Disability) Life Insurance State of CT Tuition Reimbursement Program Holidays

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