State Program Manager
Bureau of Special Investigations
Recruitment # 251210-4799MP-001
Location Meriden, CT
Date Opened 12/18/2025 12:08:00 PM
Salary $98,695 - $134,575/year
Job Type Open to the Public
Close Date 12/30/2025 11:59:00 PM
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Introduction
Check out this role and join our team with the Connecticut Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection!
The Connecticut Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection (https://portal.ct.gov/DESPP) (DESPP) is hiring a State Program Manager (https://www.jobapscloud.com/CT/specs/classspecdisplay.asp?ClassNumber=4799MP&R1=&R3=) for the Bureau of Special Investigations (BSI), located in Meriden.
WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU
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A healthy work/life balance to all employees (https://www.jobapscloud.com/ct/sup/EVPPDF123020.pdf) .
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POSITION HIGHLIGHTS This is a full-time, 40 hour per week position on first shift. Schedule is Monday-Friday between 8:00am and 4:30pm, with hybrid work opportunities available. The BSI Program Manager works closely with designated BSI commanders and/or BSI supervisors in accomplishing a variety of tasks related to numerous grants and partnerships. Applicants should have proficient communication skills, proficiency in all Microsoft Office software, ability to perform a wide variety of tasks, ability to speak publicly and the ability to work with minimal supervision. The Program Manager for BSI reports to the Statewide Narcotics Task Force (SNTF) Commanding Officer within the Bureau of Special Investigations. The BSI Program Manager will be tasked with the following key duties:
Maintains High Intensity Drug Trafficking Areas (HIDTA) Performance Management Process (PMP) requirements.
Develops annual program budget submission and maintain the administrative requirements to ensure DESPP-CSP follows program requirements. Ensures budget program compliance for annual federal cap and individual cap restrictions is maintained.
Develops and provides essential training support to State of Connecticut organizations: DCF, DOC,DMHAS, CT State Police Academy, POST, local LE Agencies, Connecticut Universities/colleges, local school organizations, and local community organizations. This training and support improves public health and safety and supplements. The Connecticut Drug Threats and Drug Identification, Drug Endangered Children's Program, and CRISIS. Provides training management support for all taskforce personnel.
Completes quarterly prescription drug seizure / narcotic seizure surveys.
Maintains SNTF statistical records, publishes the SNTF annual report, provides data for the quarterly AA Report.
Completes grant writing applications and maintains all program documentation for federal audits relative to SNTF grants.
Prepares and submits statistical reports for the Task Force.
ABOUT US
DESPP is committed to protecting and improving the quality of life for all by providing a broad range of public safety services, training, regulatory guidance, and scientific services utilizing enforcement, prevention, education and state of the art science and technology. DESPP is structured on three key Strategic Pillars created by Commissioner Ronnell Higgins (https://portal.ct.gov/despp/division-of-emergency-service-and-public-protection/ronnell-higgins-biography?language=en_US) .
Operational Efficiency, Efficacy and Excellence - Making decisions through the thoughtful and informed use of data - Challenging the "that's the way it's always been done" construct-i.e., thinking outside the box as to how we can improve - Constantly seeking better results
Shared Fiscal Responsibility - Recognizing our collective responsibility to steward the agency's resources - Realigning planned budgetary actions to ensure that they are in taxpayers' interests - Preparing together for potential budget stresses and fiscal challenges
Ethics and Accountability - Critically and constantly measuring our practices against our policies - Performing quarterly performance evaluations agency-wide to measure success and flag areas needing improvement - Regularly engaging external partners for feedback and assessments - Opening our doors to Connecticut students and workers for apprenticeships, internships, and career pathways
For an inside look at what it's like to work as an employee for the State of Connecticut, please watch the video below!
Selection Plan
RECRUITMENT INFORMATION:
Candidates selected for an interview must provide the following at the time of interview:
State Employees
Two (2) most recent performance evaluations
Completed CT-HR-13
Non-State Employees
Two (2) professional reference contact information including name, email, and phone number (at least one being a current and/or previous supervisor)
Completed CT-HR-13
Candidates who have been selected for employment with the Department of Emergency Services & Public Protection are subject to a detailed background investigation, including a fingerprint supported state and federal criminal history record check along with reference checks. Selection for employment is contingent upon satisfactory completion of the background investigation. Any pending disciplinary history within the past 2 years and review of attendance records are also considered in this selection process.
Click here (https://portal.ct.gov/-/media/DAS/Statewide-HR/A---Z-Listing-Task-PDFs/Criminal-Convictions---Addendum-to-Application-for-Examination-or-Employment-Form---CT-HR-13.pdf) to complete the Criminal Convictions addendum (CT-HR-13). The CT-HR-13 can also be found on the DAS website (https://portal.ct.gov/DAS) by typing in "CT-HR-13" into the "Search Department of Administrative Services" search field.
FOR ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING:
Check out our Applicant Tips on How to Apply! Need more resources? Visit our Applicant Reference Library (https://portal.ct.gov/das/home/services-for-state-employees/statewide-human-resources/applicant-reference-library?language=en_US) 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 (https://www.cga.ct.gov/2021/act/pa/pdf/2021PA-00069-R00SB-00056-PA.pdf) , 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 Jake Ferrari at jake.ferrari@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 is accountable for planning, organizing and directing an age n cy program and/or project or directing the development and administration of programs within a division.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED
Receives administrative direction from an administrative official of higher grade.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED
Directs staff as assigned.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Directs staff and/or operations of an agency program and/or project or division;
Coordinates, plans and manages program and/or project activities;
Formulates goals and objectives;
Develops or assists in development of related policy;
Interprets and administers pertinent laws;
Provides input or evaluates staff;
Prepares or assists in preparation of budget;
Maintains contact with individuals within and outside of agency who might impact on program and/or project activities;
Serves on committees and/or task forces as required;
Speaks before professional and lay groups on subjects related to the agency mission;
Leads the recruitment and hiring of staff, including outreach, interview and selection;
Performs related duties as required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY
Considerable knowledge of
and ability to apply management principles and practices;
relevant state and federal laws, statutes and regulations;
project management;
principles and practices of business and public administration with emphasis on effective organization, administration and management
Considerable
interpersonal skills;
oral and written communication skills;
Considerable ability to analyze organizational problems and determine effective solutions.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE
Nine (9) years of professional experience.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SPECIAL EXPERIENCE
One (1) year of the General Experience must have been in the specific area of assignment.
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 business administration, public administration or a closely related field may be substituted for one (1) additional year of the General Experience.
Department of Labor: Two (2) years of experience as an Apprenticeship and Training Program Manager may be substituted for the General and Special Experience.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Experience working with a law enforcement agency;
Experience working with Microsoft Office programs including Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook;
Experience communicating with internal and external stakeholders over the phone, through email, and in person;
Experience in training management, planning, developing, and coordinating;
Experience in grant writing, community planning, data analysis, outcome tracking, and program development.
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.
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