State Program Manager

Introduction

Do you have experience in managing federal grant programs? Do you have at least nine (9) years of professional experience? If so, join our team The , Department of Economic and Community Development (), Office of Manufacturing,is currently accepting applications for a (Regional Innovation Officer) (RIO) to fill the requirements for the Department of Commerce - Economic Development Administration Regional Tech Hub grant awarded to the State of Connecticut - Office of Manufacturing. This durational position is anticipated to end on September 30, 2025. Due to the nature of durational employment, you cannot be guaranteed continued employment beyond the anticipated end date of this appointment. However, an extension may be possible depending upon performance and available funding.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU:

Visit our new page 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 Professional growth and development opportunities A healthy to all employees POSITION HIGHLIGHTS: Full time, 40 hours per week Monday through Friday First shift; 8:30 am – 5:00 pm Hybrid with expectations to be in the office (Hartford, CT) on Wednesdays of each week. THE ROLE: Ensure completion of the deliverables of the Regional Tech Hub Strategy Grant; Provide strong cross-institutional and intrastate leadership. The Regional Innovation Officer will sit in the State of Connecticut Department of Economic and Community Development’s (DECD) Office of Manufacturing; Establish metrics and reporting expectations; Develop a project plan reflective of the shared vision; Establish a plan of communication; Build, and nurture ecosystem relationships, and liaise with EDA on behalf of DECD; Responsible primarily for the overall project success, which requires proven tactics that yield consistent outcomes; Provide overall coordination and operations, including managing the project, facilitate collaborations, and share resources with consortium members over the two-year strategy development period; Other related duties. ABOUT US: We are the state's lead agency responsible for strengthening Connecticut’s competitive position in the rapidly changing, knowledge-based global economy. We take a comprehensive approach to economic development that incorporates community development, transportation, education, and arts and culture.  Please watch the video below to see what it's like to be a State of CT employee

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 planning, organizing and directing an agency program and/or project or directing the development and administration of programs within a division.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Receives administrative direction from an administrative official of higher grade.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

Directs staff as assigned.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Directs staff and/or operations of an agency program and/or project or division;  Coordinates, plans and manages program and/or project activities; Formulates goals and objectives;  Develops or assists in development of related policy; Interprets and administers pertinent laws;  Provides input or evaluates staff;  Prepares or assists in preparation of budget;  Maintains contact with individuals within and outside of agency who might impact on program and/or project activities; Serves on committees and/or and task forces as required;  Speaks before professional and lay groups on subjects related to agency mission;  Leads the recruitment and hiring of staff, including outreach, interview and selection; Performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

Considerable knowledge of and ability to apply management principles and practices; relevant state and federal laws, statutes and regulations; project management; principles and practices of business and public administration with emphasis on effective organization, administration and management Considerable interpersonal skills; oral and written communication skills; Considerable ability to analyze organizational problems and determine effective solutions.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

Nine (9) years of professional experience.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SPECIAL EXPERIENCE

One (1) year of the General Experience must have been in the specific area of assignment.

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 business administration, public administration or a closely related field may be substituted for one (1) additional year of the General Experience. Department of Labor: Two (2) years of experience as an Apprenticeship and Training Program Manager may be substituted for the General and Special Experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience in managing federal grant programs. Experience in model-based systems engineering (MBSE) and model based definition (MBD).  Experience in writing a strategy plan.  Experience collaborating with the federal government, internal, and external stakeholders. Experience establishing metrics and reporting progress against the metrics.

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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