STATE OF CONNECTICUT EXECUTIVE BRANCH JOBS

Public Health Services Manager

Hybrid

Recruitment #240926-5627MP-001

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Introduction

Do you want to utilize your skills and make a difference? Are you looking to take the next step in your career? If so, please read on to learn more about this exciting opportunity!  

The State of Connecticut, Department of Public Health (DPH) is seeking a qualified individual for the position of Public Health Services Manager to provide management level oversight for the Toxicology and Emerging Contaminants Unit within the Environmental Health Section. The position will be responsible for focused work on per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) and other emerging contaminants of public health concern and programmatic administration of work under the BIL Emerging Contaminants in Small or Disadvantaged Communities Grant. 
                                                                   
Highlights:
  • LOCATION: Hartford, CT 
  • SCHEDULE:  Typical work schedule of Monday - Friday
  • WORK HOURS: Full-Time, First Shift, 40 hours per week
  • An opportunity to telework in accordance with State policies may be permitted following the successful completion of a working test period.
What We Can Offer You: 

You Will Discover The Opportunity To:

  • Engage in a rewarding career;
  • Showcase your talents in a meaningful role;
  • Thrive in an exciting environment;
  • Provide support to a division that is passionate about the work we do;
  • Work together in a collaborative team environment.

The Role:


Job duties include, but are not limited to:

  • Lead the development, implementation, and evaluation of public health programs, including those focused on hazardous waste, soil contamination, PFAS, toxicology, and radon, and ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations.
  • Supervise and manage a team of technical subject matter experts, providing leadership, guidance, performance feedback, and professional development opportunities to foster a high-performing team.
  • Drive the strategic direction of the unit, identifying opportunities for growth, innovation, and process improvements, while aligning with broader department goals.
  • Facilitate collaboration with internal and external stakeholders, including state agencies, local governments, and community groups, ensuring diverse perspectives are incorporated into program development.
  • Oversee data collection, analysis, and reporting to monitor program effectiveness, ensure data-driven decision-making, and communicate complex environmental health information to senior leadership and the public.
  • Manage the budget and resources within the Toxicology and Emerging Contaminants Unit, ensuring that all projects are completed on time and within budget.
  • Coordinate responses to emerging environmental health risks, developing action plans and ensuring that the section remains agile and responsive to new challenges.
  • Establish goals and performance metrics for the team, ensuring continuous improvement and accountability across all programs.

    About Us: 
    The Mission of the Department of Public Health (DPH) is to protect and improve the health and safety of the people of Connecticut by assuring the conditions in which people can be healthy, preventing disease, injury, and disability, and promoting the equal enjoyment of the highest attainable standard of health, which is a human right and a priority of the state. 

    DPH accomplishes this through the implementation of its Strategic Plan which outlines the actions that DPH is taking to accomplish its Mission.

    Selection Plan

    FOR ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING:
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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.
    • 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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    • 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, transcripts, diplomas, 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.
    • Interviews will be limited to candidates whose experience and training most closely meet the requirements of the position.
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    • For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from one of the three branches of state government (i.e., Executive, Legislative, Judicial) to the other.
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    PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

    In the Department of Public Health this class is accountable for directing statewide activities of public health programs and/or directing the staff and programs of a large section of the department.

    EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

    • Directs staff and operations of a public health program; 
    • Coordinates, plans and manages office activities;
    • Formulates program goals and objectives; 
    • Assists in preparation of office budget; 
    • Maintains contacts with individuals, other operating units and outside agencies that may impact on program activities;
    • Implements new procedures and procedural revisions;
    • Recommends appropriate staffing levels; 
    • Administers state and federal regulations pertaining to division;
    • Exercises responsibility for maintaining program integrity; 
    • Responds to inquiries from out of state agencies and the general public regarding public health services; 
    • Prepares reports as necessary; 
    • Leads the recruitment and hiring of staff, including outreach, interview and selection;
    • Performs related duties as required.

    KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

    • Considerable knowledge of
      • and ability to apply management principles and practices;
      • and ability to apply relevant local, state and federal laws, statutes and regulations; 
      • health care delivery systems, practitioners and/or providers;
      • aims, objectives and operational environment of health providers; 
      • principles and practices of public administration;
    • In addition to above
      • Statewide Oral Health Program
        • principles, practices and techniques of oral health;
      • Women, Infants and Children (WIC) Program
        • relevant current public health principles and practices;
    • Considerable
      • interpersonal skills; 
      • oral and written communication skills.

    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

    Nine (9) years of professional experience in a health organization.

    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SPECIAL EXPERIENCE

    Two (2) years of the General Experience must have been in a supervisory capacity with responsibility for the planning, development and execution of a comprehensive health or health related program.

    NOTE: A health organization is defined as a large multi-dimensional agency with responsibility for developing, administering or regulating health programs.

    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 health, health education, health care administration, nursing, other health related fields, or public administration may be substituted for one (1) additional year of the General Experience.

    PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

    • Proven experience in environmental health and risk assessment, with a strategic mindset for building new programs.
    • Demonstrated experience utilizing leadership and project management skills, particularly in developing or restructuring health-related programs.
    • Expertise in environmental health areas such as hazardous waste sites, soil contamination, Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), toxicology, and radon.
    • Experience with conflict resolution and consensus-building, and fostering collaboration across diverse teams and stakeholders.
    • Experience working in dynamic, evolving environments, ideally with a track record of success in a “start-up” or program-building context.
    • Experience communicating with various levels of staff and the public, including ability to effectively balance competing priorities and interests.

    SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

    • Statewide Oral Health Program incumbents in this class must possess and retain a license to practice dentistry in Connecticut or must possess and retain a license as a Registered Dental Hygienist in Connecticut.
    • Women, Infants and Children Program incumbents in this class must possess and retain certification as a Registered Dietitian.
    • Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.

    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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