State of Connecticut Executive Branch

State Police Major (7949MP)

$67.29-$91.75 Hourly / $5,382.84-$7,339.55 BiWeekly /
$140,492.00-$191,562.00 Yearly

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In the Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection, Division of State Police this class is accountable for administering the programs of major field, staff or support bureau operations.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Receives executive direction from the Commissioner, Deputy Commissioners or State Police Lieutenant Colonel.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

Administers programs and operations of a specialized section, district or bureau; directs all assigned police and civilian personnel.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

  • Administers staff and operations of major bureaus of the Division of State Police;
  • Develops, implements and evaluates operational policies, goals and objectives of division; 
  • Designs and develops review of bureau activities affecting administrative control and coordination of operations as required;
  • Evaluates law enforcement trends and develops progressive administrative policies and procedures to accomplish bureau and division objectives; 
  • Directs continuing supervision, inspection and training of personnel assigned to command; 
  • Commands field forces during major emergencies including natural or nuclear disasters, presidential visits and hostage situations; 
  • Directs administration of all statutory duties as assigned; 
  • Directs liaison activities with other law enforcement or governmental officials, news media and the general public; 
  • Makes continuing appraisal of administrative activities and operations and recommends corrective action as necessary; 
  • Leads the recruitment and hiring of staff, including outreach, interview and selection;
  • May propose changes in all codes for public health, fire or safety;
  • 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, regulations and court decisions;
    • relevant agency policies and procedures; 
    • principles of modern police administration, organization and management; 
    • modern police investigative techniques, procedures and aids; 
  • Considerable
    • interpersonal skills; 
    • oral and written communication skills.

    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

    One (1) year of experience at or above the level of a State Police Lieutenant.

    SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

    Incumbents in this class must possess and retain a valid Connecticut Motor Vehicle Operator's license.

    PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

    Incumbents in this class must possess sufficient strength, stamina, agility and endurance to perform all the duties of the class.

    JOB CLASS DESIGNATION

    Classified/Competitive

    OCCUPATIONAL GROUP

    (28)-Police-Protective Services

    BARGAINING UNIT

    (02)-MANAGERIAL

    EEO

    (1)-Officials And Administrators

    SALARY INFORMATION

    MP 73

    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 replaces the existing specification for the class of State Police Major in Salary Group MP 73 approved effective April 01, 2022. (Reviewed in accordance with the Connecticut General Statutes) Final No. 25-016

    EFFECTIVE DATE

    01/21/2025
    CLASS: 7949MP; EST: 7/1/2011; REV: 2/3/2025;