Central Connecticut State University

Introduction

The State of Connecticut, Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP), has an exciting opportunity for a Chief of Fiscal/ Administrative Services 2, overseeing the Bureau of Central Services.

What we can offer you

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• The opportunity to 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
• Professional growth and development opportunities
• A healthy work/life balance to all employees

Position highlights

This role directs three critical divisions- Financial Management, District Operations, and Engineering, Safety, and Sustainability- to ensure efficient and compliant management of DEEP's budget, infrastructure, and capital projects.

This position plays a vital leadership role in budgeting nearly $300 million annually, managing statewide facilities and infrastructure assets, overseeing $70 million in current capital improvement projects, and ensuring safety and operational effectiveness across the agency.

This position is 40 hours per week, Monday thru Friday. Our office is located in Hartford, and teleworking opportunities may be available.

About us

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.

Selection Plan

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BEFORE YOU APPLY:

• Meet Minimum Qualifications: Ensure you meet the Minimum Qualifications listed on the job opening by the job closing date. You must specify your qualifications on your application. The minimum experience and training requirements listed must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.
• Educational Credits: List your earned credits and degrees from accredited institutions accurately on your application. To receive educational credits towards qualification, 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 contact listed below.
• Resume Policy: Per Public Act 21-69, resumes are not accepted during the initial application process. As the recruitment process progresses, candidates may be required to submit additional documentation to support their qualification(s) for this position. This documentation may include: a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the request and discretion of the hiring agency.
• Preferred Shift/Location: 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.
• Timely Submission: All application materials must be received by the job posting deadline. You will be unable to make revisions once you officially submit your application to the State. Late submissions are rarely accepted, with exceptions only for documented events that incapacitate individuals during the entire duration of the job posting. Request exceptions by emailing DAS.SHRM@ct.gov.
• Salary Calculations: 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.
• Note: The only way to apply to this posting is via the ‘Apply’ or ‘Apply Online’ buttons on the official State of Connecticut Online Employment Center job posting.

AFTER YOU APPLY:

• Referral Questions: This posting may require completion of additional Referral Questions (RQs), which must be completed by the questionnaire’s expiration date. If requested, RQs can be accessed via an email sent to you after the job close date or by visiting your JobAps Personal Status Board (Certification Questionnaires section).
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• The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.
• Note: This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules. Candidates who are offered and accept a position with the State of Connecticut are bound by the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State employees, available at www.ct.gov/ethics.

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Due to high volume, we are unable to confirm receipt or provide status updates directly. For recruitment updates, please check your Personal Status Board and review our Frequently Asked Questions. If you have additional questions about the recruitment process, reach out to Mackenzie Robinson at Mackenzie.Robinson@ct.gov.

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PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In a state agency this class is accountable for administering the fiscal and administrative programs and operations of the agency.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

• Oversees and coordinates the activities of the Bureau of Central Services, including the Financial Management, District Operations, and Engineering, Safety, and Sustainability Divisions.
• Directs budget development and administration for complex funding streams totaling over $280 million, including state appropriations, federal grants, and capital funds.
• Ensures financial compliance with applicable federal, state, and audit requirements; oversee accounting functions, reporting, and contract payments.
• Manages planning, execution, and oversight of large-scale capital projects and infrastructure maintenance across statewide facilities.
• Leads agency-wide safety and sustainability initiatives, ensuring compliance with workplace standards and delivery of safety training programs.
• Directs the digitization and management of agency records to support transparency and improve access to public information.
• Develops and implements policies and procedures to strengthen operational performance and program alignment with agency goals.
• Supervises division directors; set performance expectations, evaluate outcomes, and support workforce development and succession planning.
• Serves as liaison to internal leadership, external stakeholders, and legislative bodies regarding fiscal, operational, and capital planning matters.
• Provides strategic input into agency-wide financial forecasting, infrastructure investments, and administrative modernization efforts.
• Prepares fiscal impact analyses and administrative summaries for proposed legislation, regulatory changes, or agency initiatives.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

• Considerable knowledge of
  • and ability to apply management principles and practices;
  • and ability to apply relevant state and federal laws, statutes and regulations;
  • and ability to apply principles and practices of public administration with special references to governmental budget management and governmental accounting;
  • principles and procedures of personnel, payroll, purchasing, grant administration and contract administration;
• Considerable
  • interpersonal skills;
  • oral and written communication skills;
• Considerable ability in preparation and analysis of financial and statistical reports;
• Ability to utilize EDP systems for financial management.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

Ten (10) years of experience in a combination of fiscal/administrative functions (e.g. accounting, accounts examining, budget management, grants administration, personnel, payroll, purchasing) at least one (1) of which must be an accounting or budgeting function.*

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SPECIAL EXPERIENCE

One (1) year of the General Experience must be at a managerial level.

NOTE: For state employees, this experience is interpreted at the level of an Assistant Chief of Fiscal/Administrative Services, a Principal Budget Specialist or Fiscal/Administrative Manager.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED

• College training may be substituted for the General Experience on the basis of fifteen (l5) 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 public administration, business administration or accounting may be substituted for one (1) additional year of the General Experience.
• Descriptions of these fiscal/administrative functions are attached.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience leading teams in public or private sector fiscal and administrative operations, including oversight of multiple divisions or functions
• Experience in budgeting, financial reporting, and compliance with regulatory or audit frameworks, including managing funds from different sources."
• Experience managing large-scale capital projects, infrastructure assets, or facility operations across multiple sites.
• Experience with procurement processes, contract development, and vendor oversight within regulated or compliance-driven environments.
• Experience leading safety, sustainability, or operational programs that align with organizational goals and statutory requirements.
• Communication and stakeholder engagement skills, including the ability to present fiscal or operational information clearly to internal stakeholders and external stakeholders.
• Experience leading digital transformation initiatives, including involving modernization of records management or administrative systems.

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.

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