Director of Communications 2 (Hybrid)

Introduction

\r\n�\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nThe State of Connecticut,�Department of Correction (DOC)�is actively recruiting for a Director of Communications 2, a highly�visible leadership role that oversees agency communications and public relations efforts under the Commissioner for one of Connecticut’s largest state agencies based in Wethersfield, CT.�\r\n\r\n\r\nThis opportunity is ideal for experienced communications professionals interested in high-level public sector communications with statewide impact!\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nWHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU\r\n\r\n\r\n Visit our�NEW�State Employee Benefits Overview�page!\r\n 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;\r\n Professional growth and development opportunities;\r\n A healthy�work/life balance�for all employees!\r\n\r\n\r\n� � � � �� � � � ��\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nPOSITION HIGHLIGHTS\r\n\r\n\r\n This position is full-time, following a first shift schedule, 40 hours a week, with the ability to telework.\r\n The Director of Communications is a critical member of the executive team at the Department of Correction.�\r\n This position reports directly to the Commissioner of Correction and is responsible for directing agency communications and public relations.�\r\n This position will oversee the Office of Public Information (PIO), the Freedom of Information Unit, and the Legislative Liaison Unit.�\r\n As the agency spokesperson, the Director of Communications serves as an advisor to the Commissioner on external matters that may impact the agency.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nNOTE: Applicants will be required to pass a Criminal Background Check\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n ABOUT US�\r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n The Connecticut Department of Correction is a diverse agency with a wide variety of employees from Correction Officers, to Educators, to Managers and Skilled Professionals. We value differences that make us stronger as a team and support our mission statement.�\r\n \r\n \r\n The Connecticut Department of Correction (DOC) is the agency responsible for corrections in the U.S. state of Connecticut. The agency operates 13 correctional facilities. It has its headquarters in Wethersfield. The DOC protects public safety by ensuring offenders serve their sentences of imprisonments in facilities that are safe, human, and provide re-entry programming.\r\n \r\n \r\n The State of Connecticut, Department of Correction is a unified system; all sentenced and un-sentenced offenders are supervised by the DOC. The Department also provides supervision for offenders on parole, community release, and other discretionary release programs.\r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n For an inside look at what it's like to work as an employee for the State of Connecticut, please watch the video below!\r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \t\t\t\t\t\t�\r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n

Selection Plan

FOR ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING:�\r\nCheck out our�Applicant Tips on How to Apply! Need more resources? Visit our�Applicant Reference�Library�for additional support throughout the recruitment process.�\r\nBEFORE YOU APPLY:�\r\n\r\n Meet Minimum Qualifications:�Ensure you meet the Minimum Qualifications listed on the job opening by the job closing date. You must specify your qualifications on your application. The minimum experience and training requirements listed must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified. �\r\n Educational Credits:�List your earned credits and degrees from accredited institutions accurately on your application. To receive educational credits towards qualification, 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 contact listed below.\r\n Resume Policy:�Per�Public Act 21-69, resumes are not accepted during the initial application process. As the recruitment process progresses, candidates may be required to submit additional documentation to support their qualification(s) for this position. This documentation may include: a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the request and discretion of the hiring agency.�\r\n Preferred Shift/Location:�Select all location(s) and shift(s) you are willing to work on your application. Failure to do so may result in not being considered for vacancies in that specific location or shift.�\r\n Timely Submission:�All application materials must be received by the job posting deadline. You will be unable to make revisions once you officially submit your application to the State. �Late submissions are rarely accepted, with exceptions only for documented events that incapacitate individuals during the entire duration of the job posting. Request exceptions by emailing�DAS.SHRM@ct.gov.�\r\n Salary Calculations: 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.�\r\n\r\n\r\n Note: The�only way�to apply to this posting is via the ‘Apply’ or ‘Apply Online’ buttons on the official State of Connecticut Online Employment Center job posting.\r\n\r\nAFTER YOU APPLY:�\r\n\r\n Referral Questions:�This posting may require completion of additional Referral Questions (RQs), which must be completed by the questionnaire’s expiration date. If requested, RQs can be accessed via an email sent to you after the job close date or by visiting your JobAps Personal Status Board (Certification Questionnaires section).���\r\n Prepare For An Interview:�Interviews are limited to those whose experience and training are most aligned with the role. To prepare, review this helpful�Interview Preparation Guide�to make the best impression!�\r\n Stay connected! Log in daily to your JobAps Personal Status Board to track your status and check email (including spam/junk folders) for updates and tasks.��\r\n The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.��\r\n Note: This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules. Candidates who are offered and accept a position with the State of Connecticut are bound by the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State employees, available at�www.ct.gov/ethics.\r\n\r\nQUESTIONS? WE’RE HERE TO HELP:�\r\nDue to high volume, we are unable to confirm receipt or provide status updates directly. For recruitment updates, please check your Personal Status Board and review our Frequently Asked Questions. If you have additional questions about the recruitment process, reach out to Alejandro G. D�vila-Hurtado at�alejandro.davila-hurtado@ct.gov.\r\nJoin the State of Connecticut and take your next career step with confidence!\r\n

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In a large state agency this class is accountable for directing agency communications and public relations programs.\r\n

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

This position will play a central role in:\r\n\r\n\r\n Communicating information related to public safety, agency operations, correctional facilities, rehabilitation initiatives, and community reintegration efforts;\r\n Leading media relations and managing strategic communications; and\r\n Responding to fast-moving situations and helping ensure accurate and timely public information dissemination.\r\n\r\n\r\n

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

\r\n\r\n Experience representing an organization at media events, conferences, and public speaking engagements;\r\n Experience building and maintaining relationships with media, agency leadership, and other stakeholders;\r\n Experience creating written, edited, and designed communications that obtain measurable results and engage diverse audiences;\r\n Experience drafting press releases, agency testimony and executive level speeches;\r\n Experience developing crisis communication strategies that ensured timely, accurate information sharing and reduced misinformation;\r\n Experience in digital and traditional media platforms including social media;\r\n Experience performing communications, public relations, marketing, or media relations duties at progressively higher levels of responsibility;\r\n Experience planning and developing communications and media strategy;\r\n Experience conducting public relations and media training for agency staff; and\r\n Experience organizing and prioritizing high volume communications activities with measurable result.\r\n\r\n\r\n

Conclusion

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER\r\nThe State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.\r\n

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.\r\n