STATE OF CONNECTICUT EXECUTIVE BRANCH JOBS

Director of Deaf, DeafBlind and Hard of Hearing Services

Social Services Program Manager | Hybrid

Recruitment #240801-4580MP-001

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Introduction



The State of Connecticut, Department of Aging and Disability Services (ADS) is seeking an exceptional Director of Deaf, DeafBlind, and Hard of Hearing Services to join our team in Windsor, CT. We are dedicated to improving the lives of individuals who are Deaf, DeafBlind, or Hard of Hearing through comprehensive communication access and services. Find out more information on this great opportunity below!

Due to the nature of this role, our ideal candidate will be fluent in American Sign Language.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU:
POSITION HIGHLIGHTS:
WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING:
  • Reporting to the Commissioner of the Department of Aging and Disability Services, you will be directing the Department's new Bureau of Services for Persons who are Deaf, DeafBlind, or Hard of Hearing to improve communication access and services.
  • Serving as Administrator to the Board for Persons who are Deaf, Deafblind or Hard of Hearing.
  • Overseeing ADS employees who provide counseling, interpreting, and other help to people who are deaf, deafblind, or hard of hearing.
  • Assisting and collaborating with State Agencies on concerns related to persons who are deaf, deafblind, or hard of hearing.
  • Coordinating education and training initiatives, including, but not limited to, working with local and state public safety and public health officials and first responders on best practices for serving and communicating with deaf, deafblind or hard of hearing persons.
  • Raising public awareness of programs and services available to deaf, deafblind or hard of hearing persons, and partnering with civic and community organizations that serve these communities.
  • Performing other related duties, in accordance with Public Act 24-81.
MORE ABOUT THE AGENCY AND FACILITIES:

The Mission of the Department of Aging and Disability Services is to maximize opportunities for the independence and well-being of people with disabilities and older adults in Connecticut. Our programs, policies and practices are designed to:

  • Deliver aging and disability services responsive to the needs of Connecticut citizens
  • Provide leadership on aging and disability issues statewide
  • Provide and coordinate aging and disability programs and services in the areas of employment, education, independent living, accessibility and advocacy
  • Advocate for the rights of Connecticut residents with disabilities and older adults
  • Serve as a resource on aging and disability issues at the state level

Selection Plan

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To Apply:
  • In order to be considered for this job opening, you must meet the Minimum Qualifications as listed on the job opening. The minimum experience and training requirements must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.
  • In order to receive educational credits toward qualification for this job posting, 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 recruiter listed on this job posting.
  • You must specify your qualifications on your application. You will be unable to make revisions once you submit your application for this posting to the JobAps system.
  • In order to comply with Public Act 21-69, the State of Connecticut is no longer asking for resumes during the initial application process.
  • 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.
  • This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules.
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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.
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  • Due to the large volume of applications received, we are unable to provide confirmation of receipt or status during the recruitment process.
  • Updates will be available through your JobAps portal account. If you have any questions pertaining to this recruitment please contact Joseph K. Fried at Joseph.Fried@ct.gov, 860-924-7053.

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In the Departments of Aging and Disability Services, Social Services and Department of Children and Families, Revenue Enhancement Division this class is accountable for planning, organizing and directing a major program.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

  • Directs staff and operations of a major program which provides social services through the management of district or area offices; 
  • Coordinates, plans and manages evaluation of a program or field reporting system;
  • Participates in program development and implementation; 
  • Develops policies and procedures which relate to program or field operation services; 
  • Analyzes federal and state statutes, programming documents, regulations, etc. to ensure appropriate policies and procedures;
  • Interacts with state, federal and community agencies on human services matters to ensure service delivery; 
  • Determines priorities and develops necessary plans to meet program objectives;
  • Prepares management surveys and reports; 
  • Coordinates activities of staff to meet program goals and project deadlines;
  • Provides technical assistance to field staff; 
  • 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;
    • principles and practices of social services programs;
    • principles of public administration; 
  • Knowledge of
    • and ability to apply management principles and practices;
    • community organizations and public assistance agencies; 
  • Considerable
    • interpersonal skills; 
    • oral and written communication skills;
  • Ability to analyze and
    • recommend solutions to complex problems; 
    • assess impact of legislation, regulations, etc. on programmatic goals.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

Nine (9) years of professional experience in the social services field.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SPECIAL EXPERIENCE

Two (2) years of the General Experience must have been in a supervisory or consultative capacity with programmatic and administrative responsibilities.

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 human services or public administration may be substituted for one (1) additional year of the General Experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Experience assisting individuals who are Deaf, DeafBlind or Hard of Hearing
  • Fluent in American Sign Language
  • Experience using communication methods for individuals who are DeafBlind
  • Experience directing a program for individuals who are Deaf, DeafBlind or Hard of Hearing
  • Experience presenting to and communicating with government and legislative officials

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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