Seasonal Outreach and Engagement Worker

Introduction

Are you outgoing? Do you enjoy being in the community and meeting new people?� If so, join us! The�State of Connecticut,�CT Paid Leave,�is seeking a part-time Seasonal Outreach and Engagement Worker to join our outreach and engagement team.� POSITION HIGHLIGHTS: The Seasonal Worker will be responsible for assisting with the CT Paid Leave outreach program from June 1, 2025, through October 31, 2025 The position will require a valid U.S. driver’s license and willingness to use personal transportation with mileage reimbursement The position requires the ability to lift 25 pounds The position will require the ability to work Independently The position requires strong interpersonal skills to be able to explain complex concepts in an easily understandable manner� The seasonal worker will interact effectively with diverse individuals and communities Schedule: Variable week to week Location: The role requires the individual to be onsite at the event(s) location(s), with the flexibility to work remotely at other times The selected candidate�must be at least 18 years old The selected candidate must have reliable transportation and maintain the necessary insurance coverage THE ROLE: The selected candidate will represent the CT Paid Leave to the public at community events throughout the state, disseminating literature and information about the CT Paid Leave program to event attendees. Additionally, this person will assist the outreach and engagement team with special projects as directed. This position will require weekend and evening hours. ABOUT US: The Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance Authority is a quasi-governmental agency formed by statute and signed into law by Governor Ned Lamont in 2019.� Its mission is to provide financial security to Connecticut’s workforce by offering benefits payments when either the employee or their family member takes a leave from work to care for themselves or a family member. Please watch the video below to see what it's like to be a State of CT employee!� \t\t\t\t\t\t

Selection Plan

The selected candidate�must be at least 18 years old. The selected candidate must have reliable transportation and maintain the necessary insurance coverage. FOR�ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING:� Check out our�Applicant Tips on How to Apply! Need more resources? Visit our�Applicant Reference Library�for additional support throughout the recruitment process.� BEFORE�YOU APPLY:� 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. � 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. 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.� 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.� 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.� 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.� 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. AFTER�YOU APPLY:� 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).��� 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!� 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.�� The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.�� 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.� QUESTIONS?�WE’RE HERE TO HELP:� Due 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 Anamaria Giangarra at�Anamaria.Giangarra@ct.gov Join the State of Connecticut and take your next career step with confidence!

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In a state agency this class performs tasks and duties of a seasonal nature by providing services to clients or the public. Work areas covered by this class shall include the assignments and hourly rates as listed below: �Assignment Minimum Hourly Rates�\t\t\t Maximum Hourly Rates�\t\t\t �General �$16.35 �$17.00 �Patient Care Service �$16.35 �$17.00 �Maintenance �$16.35 �$17.00 �Laboratory Assistant �$16.35 �$17.00 �Recreational Aide �$16.35 �$17.00 �Transportation Services (Bus Driver) �$16.35 �$17.00 �Tourist Information Clerk �$16.35 �$17.00 �Specialized Recreational Services �$16.35 �$17.00 �Tourist Information Coordinator �$16.35 �$17.00 �Information Technology System Analysis\t �$19.00 �$22.00 �Engineering �$20.00 �$23.16 �Legal �$19.00 �$22.00 Minimum and maximum hourly rates will be subject to the following criteria: Returning Seasonal Workers may receive $.50 an hour additional compensation for each season of service up to the maximum hourly rate. OR Experienced workers in the specific functional area with another employer may be credited with such time on an equivalent basis to seasons worked and granted the same additional compensation up to the maximum hourly rate. OR Undergraduate or graduate students may be granted additional compensation of up to $.50 more per hour (up to the maximum hourly rate) for each full year of completed education on the basis of 30 semester hours equaling one (1) year. NOTE:�Determination of hourly rate is based on the above criteria. Additional compensation is based on only one criterion. It is not intended for individuals to receive additional compensation through application of the multiple criteria listed above.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES: GENERAL: Performs clerical tasks such as filing, typing, copying, recording information, answering telephone, reception duties, computing, office machine operation, routine library tasks, inventory, stockroom, mail processing, cashiering, etc.;� Makes change;� Rings up fees;� Balances receipts;� Performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

Knowledge of principles, practices and procedures of assigned specialty;� operation of equipment, materials and activities of assigned specialty;� Knowledge to degree necessary for dealing with and understanding an individual’s behavior; Skills interpersonal skills;� oral and written communication skills; techniques of assigned specialty skills;� Ability to assist individuals in self-care habits, personal hygiene and proper social conduct where applicable;� understand and carry out written orders and oral instructions;� Adequate physical strength and stamina to perform duties;� Some positions may require supervisory and/or leadership abilities.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Any experience and training that could reasonably be expected to provide the knowledge, skills and abilities listed above.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience in customer service� Experience with Microsoft Office applications Experience with community outreach Experience with public speaking� Bilingual (English and Spanish)

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Incumbents in this class assigned to recreational activities must be able to perform emergency first aid as needed and certain positions will require a current Standard First Aid Certificate. Incumbents in this class assigned as bus drivers or operators of a motor vehicle must possess and retain a current Connecticut Motor Vehicle Operator License to drive a bus and/or a Motor Vehicle Operators License as necessary. Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.

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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