Information Technology Senior Policy Advisor To The Secretary

Introduction

Are you a seasoned leader in Information Technology?  Do you have the skill synergies capable of solving complex problems through the effective use of technology?  Are you passionate about improving technology services for Connecticut residents and businesses?  If so, the State of Connecticut’s Office of Policy and Management (OPM) has an exciting opportunity for you.  

THE POSITION

OPM invites experienced applicants to apply for the position of Information Technology Senior Policy Advisor to the Secretary of OPM within our Office of Finance (FIN).

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

• 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 an article by Ellen Andrews, Ph.D., along with comprehensive benefit offerings.
• Extensive pension plan and supplemental retirement offerings.
• Generous paid time off including thirteen (13) paid holidays.
• A culture that encourages work/life balance.
• Professional growth and development opportunities.
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POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

This is a full time (40 hours per week) position conveniently located in Hartford, CT, easily accessible to all major highways. 

• LOCATION: OPM, Office of Finance
• ADDRESS: 450 Capitol Avenue, Hartford, CT
• WORK HOURS: Full-time, first shift, 40 hours per week
• SCHEDULE: Monday through Friday

WHO WE ARE

We report directly to the Governor and provide information and analysis that the Governor uses to formulate public policy for the state. We also assist state agencies and municipalities in implementing the law and public policy on behalf of the people of Connecticut. We prepare the Governor’s budget proposals; implement and monitor the execution of the enacted budget; and oversee the executive branch agencies that report to the Governor.

YOUR ROLE

We are seeking an Information Technology Senior Policy Advisor to the Secretary of OPM. This is an exciting opportunity to serve as one of the State’s lead Information Technology experts, advising the Secretary and working on the Secretary's and Administration's behalf on policy matters.  This opportunity includes leading Information Technology policy and planning teams with all state agencies.  With this opportunity, you will be responsible for a substantial portfolio of Information Technology Capital Investment Program investments which is currently $730 million dollars.  Additionally, the position manages the statewide business intelligence systems/team (STARS) for its financial and human capital management systems (CORE-CT). 

In this position, you will identify, have expertise in, and be a knowledgeable resource on emerging Information Technology issues and trends and work towards developing strategic policy proposals to address such issues, work on the development of implementation plans in support of the Governor’s policy initiatives, and serve as a senior advisor to the Secretary of the Office of Policy and Management on all Information Technology policy matters.

The ideal candidate for this position will be organized, motivated, possess a strong work ethic, as well as the ability to maintain working relationships with multiple stakeholders and the capacity to multi-task, adapt, and navigate changing circumstances.

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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.  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.
• Please 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.
• 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.

After You Apply: 

• Although applicants will receive correspondence via email, as a backup they are also encouraged to sign on to their Personal Status Board daily to monitor their status, view all emailed notices and complete tasks required in the recruitment process.
• 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 question's expiration date. Please regularly check your email and JobAps Personal Status Board for notifications. Please check your SPAM and/or Junk folders daily in the event an email provider places auto-notification emails in a user's spam. 
• 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. Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications as indicated to apply for this position. 
• 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.
• 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 Office of Policy and Management this class is accountable for developing and providing advice to the Secretary of the Office of Policy and Management on statewide policy matters and coordinating and implementing special projects relating to state governmental policies, programs, management operations and organization.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

• Develop and provide advice to the OPM Secretary on statewide technology policy matters;
• Convene and facilitate across state agencies to maximize the return on information technology capital investment program; 
• Develop and implement an integrated set of policies governing the use of information and telecommunications systems for state agencies; 
• Develop a series of comprehensive standards and planning guidelines pertaining to the development, acquisition, implementation, oversight and management of information and telecommunications systems for state agencies; 
• Promote technology systems that support the state’s goals;
• Develop, in conjunction with the State Chief Information Officer, a statewide technology plan;
• Represent the OPM Secretary on the CORE-CT Executive Steering Committee; 
• Establish analytics and enable the human resources and financial reporting of state agencies through the State Analytical Reporting System (STARS);
• Conduct reviews of State agency business operations and recommend technological improvements to work processes;  
• Administer the Information Technology Capital Investment Program; and
• Perform related duties as required. 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

• Considerable knowledge of
  • administrative and management principles and practices;
  • relevant state and federal laws, statutes and regulations; 
  • principles and practices of public administration;
• Knowledge of operations of state agencies and institutions;
• Considerable
  • interpersonal skills; 
  • oral and written communication skills; 
• Considerable ability to analyze and evaluate complex policy issues;
• Ability to
  • coordinate and implement policy development activities; 
  • prepare and present effective reports and presentations.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

Seven (7) years of experience with major responsibility for the review, development and administration of policy initiatives and large scale projects or programs in a large governmental organization.

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 administration or political science may be substituted for one (1) additional year of the General Experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

The preferred candidate will have:

• Experience developing and implementing Information Technology and Financial Management policy;
• Experience leading change through strategic planning, innovation, information technology financial management, methodology and framework;
• Experience implementing and monitoring Information Technology plans and budgets to achieve statewide goals;
• Experience building partnerships with stakeholders and negotiating with groups internally and externally;
• Project management experience with a focus on achieving business results within budget and project timelines;
• A Master of Business Administration or a Master of Science in Information Technology degree; and
• Experience working with government operations.

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.