State of Connecticut Executive Branch

Director Of Operations - State Marshal Commission (0249MP)

$51.13-$69.72 Hourly / $4,090.23-$5,577.21 BiWeekly /
$106,755.00-$145,565.00 Yearly

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In the Department of Administrative Services this class is accountable for planning, directing and managing the day-to-day operations and staff of the State Marshal Commission.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Receives administrative and executive direction from Chairperson of the State Marshal Commission.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

Directs all staff.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

  • Directs staff and operations of the State Marshal Commission; 
  • Coordinates, plans and manages commission activities;
  • Develops strategic and operational plans and policies; 
  • Formulates program goals and objectives; 
  • Assists in development of related policy; 
  • Interprets and administers pertinent laws; 
  • Evaluates staff;
  • Prepares or assists in preparation of the department budget;
  • Maintains contacts with individuals within and outside of the commission who might impact program activities;
  • Develops training manuals and programs; 
  • Conducts training programs; 
  • Coordinates intake of complaints, initiation of investigations and administration of disciplinary proceedings against State Marshals; 
  • Publishes and updates information on duties and responsibilities of State Marshals; 
  • Coordinates periodic review and audit of records and accounts of State Marshals to ensure compliance; 
  • Represents Commission before legislative committees and state agencies; 
  • Tracks compliance of statutory mandates of State Marshals; 
  • Serves as liaison with other state agencies regarding administrative matters; 
  • Leads the recruitment and hiring of staff, including outreach, interview and selection;
  • Performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

  • Considerable knowledge of
    • relevant state and federal laws, statutes and regulations;
    • and ability to apply management principles and practices; 
    • investigatory methods and techniques; 
  • Knowledge of the state legislative process; 
  • Considerable
    • negotiation and conflict resolution skills; 
    • interpersonal skills; 
    • oral and written communication skills;
  • Ability to
    • interpret legislation and regulations;
    • effectively serve as an advocate; 
    • analyze complex problems and implement effective solutions; 
    • assess training needs and determine objectives; 
    • develop, organize and conduct training courses. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

Nine (9) years of professional experience in public administration, law enforcement, public safety or legal practice.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SPECIAL EXPERIENCE

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

NOTE: Supervisory capacity is defined as scheduling, assigning, overseeing work, establishing performance standards for employees, and taking measures to implement those standards.

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 public administration, human resources management, business management or other closely related field may be substituted for one (1) additional year of the General Experience.
  • A law degree may be substituted for one (1) additional year of the General Experience.

JOB CLASS DESIGNATION

Classified/Competitive

OCCUPATIONAL GROUP

(12)-General Administration and Management

BARGAINING UNIT

(02)-MANAGERIAL

EEO

(1)-Officials And Administrators

SALARY INFORMATION

MP 66

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.

CANCELLATION CLAUSE

This reactivates the class of Director of Operations – State Marshal Commission in Salary Group MP 66 approved effective March 3, 2017. (Reactivation of class) Item No. 23-210

EFFECTIVE DATE

09/05/2023
CLASS: 0249MP; EST: 11/1/2002; REV: 9/12/2023;