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Seasonal Information Technology Support Technician

State of Connecticut - Department of...
Newington, CT Full Time
POSTED ON 3/7/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/6/2025
Are you interested in gaining hands-on experience in an enterprise IT environment while making a valuable contribution to our State?
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The State of Connecticut, Department of Transportation (DOT) is hiring a Seasonal IT Support Technician to assist our Information Technology team in providing essential technical support services.

POSITION OVERVIEW:
The Seasonal IT Support Technician will assist in troubleshooting, maintaining, and deploying computer systems, software, and related IT infrastructure. This role is ideal for students or recent graduates in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related fields looking to develop real-world skills in IT support.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Assist in setting up, maintaining, and troubleshooting desktop computers, laptops, and mobile devices.
  • Provide technical support for end-users, including diagnosing hardware and software issues.
  • Support IT staff in configuring and deploying Windows 11 workstations.
  • Help manage IT asset inventory and documentation.
  • Assist with basic network troubleshooting and connectivity issues.
  • Install and update software applications as needed.
  • Perform other IT-related tasks as assigned.
POSITION HIGHLIGHTS:
  • Anticipated start date in May of 2025 and ending by August 30, 2025
  • Monday-Friday
  • First shift
  • 8 hours per day, 40 hours per week
  • Seasonal
ABOUT US:
  • As one of Connecticut’s largest State agencies, DOT employs approximately 3,300 individuals statewide in five bureaus. It is the DOT's mission to improve quality of life through transportation. We have a significant transportation infrastructure system that is essential to maintaining mobility for Connecticut residents and businesses and supporting economic and community development while preserving environmental and cultural resources. The Department of Transportation is committed to cultivating a diverse staff that is representative of the communities we serve. Applications from individuals having diverse backgrounds and life experiences are strongly encouraged.
Learn more about our mission, vison, and values by clicking here!

Selection Plan

Selected candidates must be at least 16 or 18 years old, depending on the position.

FOR ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING:

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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

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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
Maximum Hourly
Rates

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
$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

See attached Addendum.

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 with Windows operating systems and Microsoft Office applications.
  • Experience with troubleshooting hardware and software issues.
  • Experience with communication and customer service skills.
  • Experience working independently and as part of a team.
  • Experience with IT support or helpdesk functions.
  • Enrollment in or completion of an Information Technology, Computer Science, or related degree program.

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.

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