Chief Of Fiscal/Administrative Services 2
Hybrid
Recruitment # 260202-0096MP-001
Location Hartford, CT
Date Opened 2/5/2026 07:00:00 AM
Salary $135,082 - $184,186/year
Job Type Open to the Public
Close Date 2/24/2026 11:59:00 PM
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Introduction
At the State of Connecticut (https://portal.ct.gov/) , Department of Social Servcies (DSS (https://portal.ct.gov/dss?language=en_US) ) we are seeking a dynamic individual to join our team as the Chief of Fiscal/Administrative Services 2 (https://www.jobapscloud.com/CT/specs/classspecdisplay.asp?ClassNumber=0096MP&R1=&R3=) (CFO)! This role will play a crucial role in providing information and analysis used to formulate public policy for the Department. As a key leader, you'll collaborate with diverse stakeholders, including federal agencies, policymakers, health providers, and advocates.
What We Can Offer You:
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Professional growth and paid professional development opportunities.
A healthy work-life balance (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y6n9M1Qd5fo) to all employees!
The State of Connecticut is an eligible Public Service Loan Forgiveness employer, meaning you may be eligible to have qualifying student loans forgiven after 10 years of service. Click here (https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service) for more info rmation.
Position Highlights
Located at Central Office at 55 Farmington Avenue, Hartford, CT.??
Full-time, 40 hours per week.
First shift,?8:00am - 4:30pm.
Monday through Friday (Hybrid)
Telework is usually offered at the maximum level permitted by state and agency policy.
Your Role as our Chief of Fiscal/Administrative Services 2 (https://www.jobapscloud.com/CT/specs/classspecdisplay.asp?ClassNumber=0096MP&R1=&R3=)
Leading the management team of Division of Financial Services (DFS) as the agency's Chief Financial Officer.
Directing the development of comprehensive financial plans to carry out agency goals and objectives efficiently and effectively.
Developing and enhancing financial forecasting models and forecast transparency for both?internal and external stakeholders and to inform the agency's objectives.
Developing and enhancing financial reporting for internal and external stakeholder use, fostering operational and financial transparency for the agency.
Supporting over 1 million Connecticut residents through providing input on issues involving changes in policy, laws, or regulations which may have a significant budgetary impact.
Who We Are
The?State of Connecticut, Department of Social Services (DSS), has a mission that we, along with our partners, provide person-centered programs and services to enhance the well-being of individuals, families and communities.?The CT Department of Social Services is the single state agency for the Medicaid program and is responsible for the overall administration of the program.?
We encourage you to continue your caree r with us and see all that Connecticut has to offer by joining the DSS team!
Selection Plan
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 by the closing date listed on the job posting.
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).
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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 Ethan Ives at Ethan.Ives@ct.gov .
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PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)
In a state agency this class is accountable for administering the fiscal and administrative programs and operations of the agency.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Administers staff and operations of a major fiscal or fiscal/administrative services division including budget preparation and management, accounting and financial reporting and analysis;
Develops, implements and evaluates division policies, goals and objectives;
Designs and develops division programs and activities;
Implements new procedures and procedural revisions;
Determines appropriate staffing levels and directs management and coordination of staff;
Designs and implements performance review standards for division staff;
Maintains contacts with individuals within and outside of division who might impact on policy or program activities;
Acts as liaison for department with internal and external state contacts;
Directs financial planning activities including long and short-term forecasting;
Assists EDP experts in planning and implementation of financial aspects of EDP systems;
Utilizes EDP systems for financial analyses;
Prepares programmatic fiscal/administrative analysis and impact statements on proposed regulations and legislation;
Leads the recruitment and hiring of staff, including outreach, interview and selection;
May direct a program of internal and/or external audit;
May direct support services such as maintenance, duplicating services, switchboard, mailroom, food services, security and housekeeping;
Performs related duties as required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY
Considerable knowledge of
and ability to apply management principles and practices;
and ability to apply relevant state and federal laws, statutes and regulations;
and ability to apply principles and practices of public administration with special references to governmental budget management and governmental accounting;
principles and procedures of personnel, payroll, purchasing, grant administration and contract administration;
Considerable
interpersonal skills;
oral and written communication skills;
Considerable ability in preparation and analysis of financial and statistical reports;
Ability to utilize EDP systems for financial management.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE
Ten (10) years of experience in a combination of fiscal/administrative functions (e.g. accounting, accounts examining, budget management, grants administration, personnel, payroll, purchasing) at least one (1) of which must be an accounting or budgeting function.*
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SPECIAL EXPERIENCE
One (1) year of the General Experience must be at a managerial level.
NOTE: For state employees, this experience is interpreted at the level of an Assistant Chief of Fiscal/Administrative Services, a Principal Budget Specialist or Fiscal/Administrative Manager.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED
College training may be substituted for the General Experience on the basis of fifteen (l5) 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, business administration or accounting may be substituted for one (1) additional year of the General Experience.
*Descriptions of these fiscal/administrative functions are attached.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Experience leading finance operations for a large complex organization with responsibility for budgeting forecasting, accounting and financial strategy across multiple business units
Experience operating in highly regulated environments (public sector, healthcare, insurance, utilities or financial services) while quickly mastering new compliance frameworks and funding rules
Experience in building long-range financial models, scenario planning, and cost -driver forecasting to inform executive decision-making, legislative requests, and agency risk management
Experience leading financial turnarounds, cost containment initiatives or operating model redesigns that delivered sustainable savings, service continuity and organizational resilience
Experience managing large vendor portfolios, negotiating high value contracts, structing performance incentives, and implementing procurement strategies that optimize cost and service quality
Experience communicating complex financial issues into compelling, defensible narratives to internal and external stakeholders
Experience promoting collaborative team efforts and governance across all aspects of the financial enterprise
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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