Connecticut Careers Trainee (Administrative & Residual) (40 Hour) (Target Class: Motor Vehicle Analyst)

Introduction

\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nThe State of Connecticut Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is now accepting applications for an exciting Connecticut Careers Trainee (Administrative & Residual) position, with the target class of Motor Vehicle Analyst within the DMV's Legal Services Division (LSD) located in Wethersfield, CT.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nWHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Visit our State Employee Benefits Overview page!\r\n Professional growth and development opportunities.\r\n A healthy work/life balance to all employees.\r\n\r\nPOSITION HIGHLIGHTS\r\n\r\n\r\n Hybrid.\r\n Monday -� Friday.\r\n Full Time, 40 hours per week.\r\n Location: 60 State Street in Wethersfield, CT.\r\n Work Schedule: 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM or 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM.\r\n\r\n\r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n THE ROLE\r\n The State of Connecticut Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is seeking qualified applicants to fill a full-time Connecticut Careers Trainee position, with the target class of Motor Vehicle Analyst, within the DMV’s Legal Services Division (LSD), located in Wethersfield, CT. In this role, the selected candidate will be assigned to work in the LSD's Data Access and Records Management Unit and will assist with daily operations regarding data access and records retention matters within the agency. The selected candidate will also perform other duties as required by the head of the unit.\r\n \r\n The hired candidate will participate in a training program in the LSD’s Data Access and Records Management Unit and will receive a progression of difficult tasks to develop a greater understanding of the unit’s functions and responsibilities during the training period to gain the skills and knowledge necessary to work in the capacity as a Motor Vehicle Analyst within the division.\r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n PROMOTION OPPORTUNITY\r\n The length of the development program is determined by the experience and training requirements of the designated class and the prior experience of the incumbent. At the completion of the development program, incumbents must meet the experience and training requirements of the designated class. The program cannot be less than one (1) year and cannot exceed three (3) calendar years in accordance with C.G.S. 5-234.\r\n \r\n Incumbents in this class will be eligible for reclassification to the designated class without competitive examination upon successful completion of the development program and satisfactory service. The designated class for this development program is Motor Vehicle Analyst.\r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n ABOUT US\r\n At the DMV, we are dedicated to protecting the health and safety of the motoring public through education, outreach and enforcement in the areas of vehicle weight and safety inspections, heavy duty diesel emission testing, traffic enforcement and investigations of any motor vehicle related complaints.\r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n Please watch the video below to hear a message from our Commissioner at the CT DMV!\r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \t\t\t\t\t\t\r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n

Selection Plan

FOR ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING:\r\nCheck out our Applicant Tips on How to Apply! Need more resources? Visit our Applicant Toolkit for additional support throughout the recruitment process.\r\nBEFORE YOU APPLY:\r\n\r\n 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.�\r\n 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.\r\n 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.\r\n 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.\r\n 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.\r\n 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.\r\n 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.\r\n\r\nAFTER YOU APPLY:\r\n\r\n Some email providers may experience delays or issues delivering messages. To avoid missing important updates— such as referral questionnaires or interview scheduling links—please check your Personal Status Board regularly. For added convenience, you can also enable text (SMS) notifications. To do this, log in to your Personal Status Board and select “Update My Contact Information”.\r\n 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).\r\n 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!\r\n 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.\r\n The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.\r\n 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.\r\n\r\nQUESTIONS? WE’RE HERE TO HELP:\r\nDue 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 Brittney Woodley at brittney.woodley@ct.gov. Join the State of Connecticut and take your next career step with confidence!\r\n

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In a state agency this class is accountable for mastering the skills necessary to satisfactorily complete the training program for a professional position.\r\n

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

\r\n\r\n In a department or institution receives training in introductory governmental work for development of skills and knowledge in field of public administration in order to qualify for advancement into agency professional positions;\r\n Performs a variety of increasingly difficult duties as skills are acquired during course of training period;\r\n Performs related duties as required.\r\n\r\n\r\n

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

\r\n\r\n Oral and written communication skills;\r\n Ability to\r\n \r\n acquire knowledge and skills required for the target classification;\r\n understand, evaluate and solve problems by exercising judgement and logic;\r\n read, interpret and understand written material;\r\n perform basic arithmetical computations;\r\n interpret charts, graphs and tables;\r\n learn and reason;\r\n establish and maintain cooperative relations with superiors, associates and general public;\r\n utilize computer software.\r\n \r\n \r\n\r\n\r\n

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Candidates must be able to meet the experience and training requirements of the designated job class at the completion of the development program.\r\n

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

\r\n Experience working in a legal environment.\r\n Experience using virtual platforms for meetings, including Teams or Zoom.\r\n Experience with Microsoft Office Outlook, Word, and Excel, including the management of spreadsheets.\r\n Experience managing competing priorities while meeting deadlines.\r\n Experience working independently and on a team to complete projects.\r\n\r\n

Conclusion

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER\r\nThe State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.\r\n

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.\r\n