STATE OF CONNECTICUT EXECUTIVE BRANCH JOBS

Commissioner's Office - Communication Unit

Recruitment #250312-3492VR-002

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COMMISSIONER'S OFFICE - COMMUNICATION UNIT
In this position, you will be tasked with website management and optimization including acting as final approver of content before it is published to the website, evaluating and making improvements to website navigation, accessibility, and usability, and integrating multimedia content into the website. These projects will require on the job training in, and mastery of, the state’s content management system. 
ABOUT US
The 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 is also committed to playing a positive role in rebuilding Connecticut’s economy and creating jobs – and to foster a sustainable and prosperous economic future for the state.

Selection Plan

Next Step:
  • If selected for interview, applicants will be contacted by the divisions hiring supervisor anticipated for March/April of 2025. 
  • If offered employment, new-hires must complete all new-hire paperwork prior to their first day of employment. This includes providing a copy of a state issued ID and acceptable documents as required for Employment Eligibility Verification (I-9 form).
  • Employment is contingent upon completion of a background check, which includes a review of employment, criminal and motor vehicle. 
  • DEEP is committed to providing a safe and nondiscriminatory employment and educational environment that complies with policies relating to safety, diversity, discrimination, and harassment. Applicants who receive an offer of employment will be required to complete mandatory trainings in the above areas, via an online platform prior to beginning on-site work duties.
For questions about the position, please contact Will Healey at will.healey@ct.gov.

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection as a limited duration employee, performs one or more of a variety of tasks and assigned duties of a seasonal nature.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

  • Review, approve, and publish agency-wide website updates, press releases, event postings, public notices, and other content with a high attention to detail using the state's content management system;
  • Send e-newsletters and provide technical support to website content authors within the agency; and
  • Performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

Ability to follow instructions.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Experience with Content Management Systems, HTML, and website publishing. 
  • Strong grammar skills and knowledge of typography.
  • Experience with website management, content management systems and newsletter platforms. 
  • Experience with Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Creative Suite.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Incumbents in this class who are assigned as supervisors of small recreational units will perform emergency first aid as needed and will be required to obtain and retain a Basic First Aid Certificate. 
  • Incumbents in this class may be required for certain positions to meet any of the following:
    • Proof of possession of a valid Motor Vehicle Operator license. 
    • Possession of a valid license to apply pesticides. 
    • College training in a specific field. 
    • Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification may be required by specific state facilities. 
  • Incumbents performing lifeguard services must have and retain an American Red Cross (ARC) Lifeguarding Certification (includes CPR for the Professional Rescuer and Basic First Aid). An EMT or MRT certification may be substituted for the CPR and First Aid requirements.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Incumbents in this class must possess and maintain adequate physical strength and stamina to perform the duties of the class.
  • Incumbents performing lifeguard services must be able to demonstrate American Red Cross (ARC) waterfront lifeguarding swimming skills.

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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