Duty Officer
Office/On-site
Recruitment #231106-3149PS-002
| Location |
Meriden, CT
|
|---|---|
| Date Opened | 11/8/2023 1:12:00 PM |
| Salary | $69,109 - $85,912/year |
| Job Type | Open to the Public |
| Close Date | 11/27/2023 11:59:00 PM |
Introduction
Do you have experience in law enforcement, criminal justice, military training, fire service or fire service training?
Come check out this opportunity with the State of Connecticut!
The Connecticut Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection (DESPP) is hiring a Duty Officer to work on third shift in Meriden, CT.
WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU
State of Connecticut employees participate in a competitive benefits plan that includes:
- NEW: A Platinum Healthcare Plan, the nation’s best for state employees and dependents, according to a report by Georgetown’s Center on Health Insurance Reform and article by Ellen Andrews, Ph.D., along with comprehensive benefit offerings.
- Sick, vacation, and personal leave.
- Student Loan Forgiveness - 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 here for more information.
- We encourage a healthy work/life balance to all employees.
- 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.
- Engage in a rewarding career.
- Assist our employees so they can achieve success.
- Make a difference in the public sector.
- Work together in a collaborative team environment.
Our state has a lot to offer - from fun activities for all ages, to great food and shopping, to beautiful state parks and forests, to our diverse cultures and rich history. Connecticut is a great place to live! Learn more about Connecticut here.
POSITION HIGHLIGHTS
The Night Duty Officer (NDO) will work 4 days a week, 10 hours per day. Schedule is Monday-Thursday between 9:30pm and 7:30am.
This assignment allows a candidate to join a team that influences Connecticut law enforcement officers. General duties include:
- Supervising recruits;
- Conducting training;
- Mentoring and coaching young law enforcement officer entering the profession;
- Other related duties as required.
The Connecticut Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection is committed to protecting and improving the quality of life for all by providing a broad range of public safety services, training, regulatory guidance and scientific services utilizing enforcement, prevention, education and state of the art science and technology.
In striving to accomplish our mission, we will embody our core values with great PRIDE:
Professionalism through an elite and diverse team of trained men and women.
Respect for ourselves and others through our words and actions.
Integrity through adherence to standards and values that merit public trust.
Dedication to our colleagues, our values, and to the service of others.
Equality through fair and unprejudiced application of the law.
For an inside look at what it is like to work as a State of Connecticut employee, check out the video below!
Selection Plan
TO APPLY
- In order to be considered for this job opening, you must meet the Minimum Qualifications as listed on this 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 DAS.SHRM@ct.gov.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION AFTER YOU APPLY
Candidates selected for an interview must provide the following at the time of interview:
State Employees
- Two (2) most recent performance evaluations;
- Completed CT-HR-13.
Non-State Employees
- Two (2) professional references contact information (Name, Email and Phone Number);
- Completed CT-HR-13.
Additionally:
- Candidates who have been selected for employment with the Department of Emergency Services & Public Protection are subject to a detailed background investigation, including a fingerprint supported state and federal criminal history record check along with reference checks. Selection for employment is contingent upon satisfactory completion of the background investigation. Click here to complete the Criminal Convictions addendum. The CT-HR-13 can also be found on the DAS website by typing in "CT-HR-13" into the "Search Department of Administrative Services" search field. Also considered in this selection process: Any pending or disciplinary history within the past 2 years and review of attendance records. Failure to provide the required documents listed above or submit your application accurately and on time, will eliminate you from the recruitment process.
- 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: performance reviews, supervisory references, college transcripts, licensure, etc. at the discretion of the hiring agency.
- Interviews will be limited to candidates whose experience and training most closely meet the requirements of the position.
- The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.
Questions about this position should be directed to Jake Ferrari at jake.ferrari@ct.gov.
PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)
In the Connecticut Police or Fire Academy this class is accountable for the after hour or evening welfare, safety and education of Municipal Police or Fire Recruits residing at the facilities.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Coordinates and supervises the evening Basic Recruit Officer training activities; develops room assignments; instructs recruits in proper firearms techniques and fire safety procedures; administers examinations; conducts classroom activities including presentation of films, lectures, demonstrations, simulations and case studies; operates live fire training scenarios; acts as a counselor to recruits; patrols dormitory area to ensure safety and security when trainees are in residence; enforces agency rules and regulations regarding recruits; approves and/or denies student release from dormitory; regulates trainee behavior; issues first incident disciplinary actions for inappropriate behavior; writes incident reports and conducts investigations; addresses emergency situations as needed; reports all infractions of rules and regulations to Assistant Director of Basic Training or Director of Fire Training; performs inspection of trainees and their quarters; escorts recruits to breakfast following inspection; may coordinate activities of adjunct staff engaged in practical skills instructions at night; performs related duties as required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY
Considerable knowledge of relevant agency policies and procedures; knowledge of relevant state and federal laws, statutes and regulations; knowledge of counseling methods and techniques; knowledge of inspection and investigation methods and techniques; knowledge of first aid practices and procedures; knowledge of existing training materials including audio-visual aids; considerable oral and written communication skills; interpersonal skills; ability to address emergency situations; some supervisory ability.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE
Five (5) years of experience in law enforcement, criminal justice, military training, fire service or fire service training.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience supervising law enforcement personnel;
- Experience implementing policy for a law enforcement programs or agency;
- Experience coordinating or planning training events;
- Experience teaching or providing instruction.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
1. Incumbents in this class are required to work four (4) ten hour shifts during evening hours.
2. Incumbents in this class may be required to obtain and retain a Standard First Aid certificate and/or CPR certificate.
3. Incumbents in this class at the Police Academy must have been in a military environment as a Commissioned or Non-Commissioned Officer or in a police training environment with responsibility for overseeing the activities of a military basic training function or program.
4. Incumbents in this class at the Connecticut Fire Training Academy must have been in a fire service environment as a Fire Officer or in a Fire Training environment with responsibility for overseeing the activities of a fire service training function or program.
5. Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.
6. Incumbents in this class may be required to possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s license.
2. Incumbents in this class may be required to obtain and retain a Standard First Aid certificate and/or CPR certificate.
3. Incumbents in this class at the Police Academy must have been in a military environment as a Commissioned or Non-Commissioned Officer or in a police training environment with responsibility for overseeing the activities of a military basic training function or program.
4. Incumbents in this class at the Connecticut Fire Training Academy must have been in a fire service environment as a Fire Officer or in a Fire Training environment with responsibility for overseeing the activities of a fire service training function or program.
5. Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.
6. Incumbents in this class may be required to possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s license.
CHARACTER REQUIREMENTS
In addition to the checking of references and of facts stated in the application a thorough background investigation of each candidate may be made before persons are certified for appointment.
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.
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