Environmental Protection Operations Supervisor

Introduction

Are you looking to grow your career within the State of Connecticut? If so, take a look at this great opportunity below The is currently recruiting for an to work within the State Park Division's field throughout the state 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; The 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 for more information; Professional growth and development opportunities; A healthy for all employees POSITION HIGHLIGHTS This position is full-time, following a first shift schedule, on-site, 40 hours per week, scheduled Monday - Friday and requires on-call/standby service.  This position will be located in Marlborough, CT and will require routine travel throughout the state. YOUR ROLE The Environmental Protection State Parks Operations Supervisor is accountable for supervising a staff responsible for performing a range of complex assignments dealing with the State Park Division’s field operations in the Eastern half of the state. This leadership supervisory role maintains close coordination and communication with several department programs, including: Engineering and field support operations; Law enforcement; Project managers; and, Environmental conservation and natural resource staff. Connecticut’s system of state parks and forests, state boat launches, and waterways, provide many opportunities for outdoor recreation for residents and visitors alike. These range from camping and fishing to hiking, boating, and picnicking. In this role, you will work to establish and maintain contact with several external partners and stakeholders, including friends’ groups, non-profits, other outdoor recreation stakeholders. More details can be found in the . ABOUT US The State of Connecticut, Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) is charged with conserving, improving and protecting the natural resources and the environment of the state of Connecticut as well as making cheaper, cleaner and more reliable energy available for the people and businesses of the state. The agency is also committed to playing a positive role in rebuilding Connecticut’s economy and creating jobs – and to fostering a sustainable and prosperous economic future for the state. For an inside look at what it's like to work as an employee for the State of Connecticut, please watch the video below

Selection Plan

Before you 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. 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. 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 . For assistance in applying please or our Applicant Tips on How to Apply Important information for 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. The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class. For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from branch to branch but it does not impact your state service credit. Questions about this position should be directed to Alejandro G. Davila-Hurtado at .

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection this class is accountable for supervising a staff responsible for performing a range of complex assignments dealing with a division's field operations.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Schedules, assigns, oversees and reviews the work of staff; Provides staff training and assistance; Conducts performance evaluations; Determines priorities and plans area work; Establishes and maintains area procedures; Develops or makes recommendations on the development of policies and standards; Acts as liaison with other operating units, agencies and outside officials regarding policies and procedures; Prepares reports and correspondence including reports on use and condition of facilities; Supervises development and maintenance projects on state-owned facilities and land including parks, forests, wildlife management areas, recreation facilities and hatcheries; Analyzes maintenance operations and programs and recommends changes; Coordinates utilization of equipment and personnel; Oversees special programs; Acts as a department representative; May assist in preparation of land acquisition, use and development plans; Performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

Considerable knowledge of relevant agency policies and procedures; relevant state and federal laws, statutes and regulations; the principles and practices of facility, park and recreation area operation and maintenance; the methods, materials and equipment in construction, maintenance, operation and repair of building equipment and grounds; Knowledge of land use planning; recreational law enforcement; Considerable interpersonal skills; oral and written communication skills; Ability to initiate and oversee projects; read and interpret blueprints; prepare reports and records; utilize computer software; Supervisory ability.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

Seven (7) years of experience in operation, development, and maintenance of natural resources programs and facilities.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED

College training in the areas of civil engineering or natural resources management 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 civil engineering or natural resources management may be substituted for one (1) additional year of the General Experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience in the development and implementation of staff training programs; Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, & Outlook; Experience managing conflict and team building; Experience assigning, overseeing, and reviewing work of staff; Experience in the development and implementation of parks and recreation policies; Experience coordinating utilization of equipment and personnel; Experience in the methods, materials and equipment of construction, maintenance, operation and repair of building equipment and grounds; Experience in land use planning; Experience in recreational law enforcement; and Experience initiating infrastructure projects including scope of work development, bidding and contractor oversight.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Incumbents in this class may be required to travel. Incumbents in this class may be required to possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s license.

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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