STATE OF CONNECTICUT EXECUTIVE BRANCH JOBS

Senior Advisor for Outdoor Industry & Experience

Durational Project Manager

Recruitment #240206-0415VR-001

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Introduction



Looking for an exciting leadership opportunity? Check out this opportunity with the State of Connecticut!

The Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) is recruiting a Senior Advisor for Outdoor Industry & Experiences (Durational Project Manager) to provide leadership, vision, and project management for the Office of Outdoor Industry & Experiences established in January 2024. This is a two (2) year durational position with the possibility for extension, reporting to the Deputy Commissioner for Environmental Conservation.

POSITION DETAILS
The role is on a full-time, Monday through Friday schedule, with occasional evening and weekend responsibilities. The position is located at the DEEP Headquarters in Hartford, CT, with flexibility for occasional telework. Some in-state and out-of-state travel may be required.

The Senior Advisor for Outdoor Industry and Experiences, as the leader of the Office of Outdoor Industry & Experiences, will play a crucial role in fulfilling the mission of the office to grow Connecticut’s outdoor economy in the following ways:
  • Partnering with the private sector to provide and enhance outdoor experiences in Connecticut;
  • Promoting Connecticut both as an outdoor recreation tourism destination and as a place to live, work and play outside;
  • Expanding and protecting equitable and sustainable access to the outdoors.
The Senior Advisor also will be responsible for reviewing concepts submitted to the Partnerships in Parks Request for Information (RFI) and executing any subsequent next steps, which could include the issuance of Special Use Licenses or subsequent Request for Proposals (RFPs) as well as stakeholder communication and engagement. This task will require working across multiple DEEP departments and state agencies, including a strong ability to negotiate and establish contracts within state government. The position requires vision, innovation, and collaboration with outdoor recreation advocates, community members, and industry partners.

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.
Discover the opportunity to: 
  • 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.

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 also is committed to playing a positive role in building Connecticut's economy and creating jobs to foster a sustainable and prosperous economic future for the state.

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Selection Plan

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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 DAS.SHRM@ct.gov.
  • For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from branch to branch but it does not impact your state service credit.
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.
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  • 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.
Questions about this position should be directed to Jake Ferrari at jake.ferrari@ct.gov.

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In a state agency this class is accountable for making or conducting a special inquiry, investigation, examination or installation pursuant to Section 5-198(n) of the Connecticut General Statutes.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Partnership Development: Design and implement initiatives to forge strong partnerships with the private sector, non-profit organizations, community groups, and government agencies to leverage resources for equitable and sustainable access to outdoor recreation, enhanced visitor experiences, and expanding tourism in the state.

Project Management: Develop and manage processes within the agency to evaluate submissions to the Partnerships in Parks RFI, develop and issue requests for proposals or other mechanisms to solicit and select new partnerships with the private sector, and implement, manage, and evaluate new partnerships that enhance State Parks.

Stakeholder Engagement: Actively engage with local communities, legislators, industry leaders, government agencies and other stakeholders to ensure transparent communication and engagement around the establishment of partnerships.

Promote Connecticut’s Outdoor Recreation & Tourism: Enhance Connecticut’s reputation as a premier destination for a wide array of outdoor recreation activities.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Experience leading teams or initiatives;
  • Experience in partnership development;
  • Experience in project management;
  • Experience in stakeholder engagement;
  • Experience in an outdoor recreation or outdoor industry related field;
  • Experience promoting economic development;
  • Experience promoting sustainable and equitable outdoor access.

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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