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Secretary 2 (Office/On-site) - #250110-7539CL-001

Connecticut
Hartford, CT Full Time
POSTED ON 1/25/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/23/2025

Introduction

While professional experience and qualifications are key for this role, make sure to check you have the preferable soft skills before applying if required.

The State of Connecticut, Connecticut Technical Education and Career System (CTECS) invites qualified applicants to apply to join our team as a Secretary 2, in our Central Office, located in Hartford, CT.

Position Highlights :

  • Located at 39 Woodland Street in Hartford
  • 12-month position
  • Full-time, 40 hours per week
  • First (1st) shift Monday - Friday 8 : 00 a.m. - 4 : 30 p.m.
  • This position may require travel

The Role :

In this role, you will work out of our CTECS Central Office with responsibility for providing clerical support to the Executive Office, including the Executive Director, Superintendent, and Chief of Staff. Additionally, you will coordinate schedules and calendars, and manage office operations. Critical elements of the position include being our front line of communication, both written and verbally, with State agencies, government leaders, school personnel, students, and parents.

About Us :

For over 100 years, CTECS has been the leading force in Career Technical Education (CTE) in the State of Connecticut. CTECS operates 17 diploma-granting technical high schools, one technical education center, and two airframe mechanics and aircraft maintenance programs. The school system provides a direct employment pipeline for high school students and adult learners.

What’s In It For You :

  • Professional growth and paid professional development opportunities.
  • A healthy work-life balance for all employees.
  • State of Connecticut is an eligible Public Service Loan Forgiveness employer.
  • We hope you take this opportunity to continue your career and make an impact!

    Selection Plan

    In order to be considered for this job opening, you must be a current State of Connecticut employee, who has worked for the state for at least six (6) months of full-time service or full-time equivalent service. You must specify your qualifications on your application. The only way to apply is via the ‘Apply’ or ‘Apply Online’ buttons on the official State of Connecticut Online Employment Center job posting.

    Application Process :

    This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion, and merit employment rules. In order to comply with Public Act 21-69, the State of Connecticut is no longer asking for resumes during the initial application process. The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.

    Selection Process :

    This posting may require completion of additional referral questions (RQs) which will be sent to you via email after the closing date. During the recruitment process, applicants may be required to submit additional documentation supporting their qualifications for this position.

    Contact Information :

    Due to the large volume of applications received, we are unable to provide confirmation of receipt or status during the recruitment process. Should you have any questions pertaining to this recruitment, please contact Christopher Lavallee at Christopher.Lavallee@ct.gov.

    PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

    In a state agency, this class is accountable for independently performing a full range of secretarial support functions requiring an understanding of organizational policies and procedures.

    EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

  • TYPING : Formats and types a full range of correspondence, reports, bills, drafts, etc. from rough draft, transcription, dictated notes, etc.; Proofreads for content; Edits using knowledge of grammar, punctuation, and spelling.
  • FILING : Designs office filing systems; Organizes and maintains files (including confidential files).
  • CORRESPONDENCE : Composes complex letters and / or memoranda for own or supervisor's signature.
  • REPORT WRITING : Compiles information from a variety of sources and prepares narrative or statistical reports.
  • INTERPERSONAL : Greets and directs visitors; Answers phones and screens incoming calls.
  • PROCESSING : Screens letters, memos, reports and other materials to determine action required.
  • SECRETARY : Arranges and coordinates meetings; Researches, assembles, and coordinates meeting materials.
  • OFFICE MANAGEMENT : Maintains an inventory of supplies and equipment; Completes and maintains paperwork for purchasing.
  • KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

    Considerable knowledge of office systems and procedures; proper grammar, punctuation, and spelling; business communications; interpersonal skills; and oral and written communication skills.

    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

    Three (3) years of experience above the routine clerk level in office support or secretarial work.

    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SPECIAL EXPERIENCE

    One (1) year of the General Experience must have been as a Secretary 1 or its equivalent.

    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED

    College training in the secretarial sciences may be substituted for the General Experience.

    PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Experience coordinating high volume travel arrangements.
  • Experience preparing materials for Executive-level board meetings.
  • Experience prioritizing confidential and time-sensitive tasks.
  • Experience working with advanced functions in MS Office programs.
  • Experience managing sensitive information.
  • 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.

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