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Pupil Services Specialist (12 Month) (35 Hour)

Office/On-site

Recruitment # 250711-6659T4-001

Location Hartford, CT

Date Opened 7/15/2025 12:00:00 AM

Salary $68,792* - $104,174/year (*New State Employees start at minimum salary range)

Job Type Open to the Public

Close Date 7/22/2025 11:59:00 PM

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+ Introduction

The State of Connecticut (https://portal.ct.gov/) , Department of Children and Families' (DCF (https://portal.ct.gov/dcf?language=en\_US) ), mission is partnering with communities and empowering families to raise resilient children who thrive. We are proud of our diverse and dedicated workforce who strive every day to meet the needs of those we encounter.

We are seeking qualified candidates for multiple openings as a Pupil Services Specialist (https://www.jobapscloud.com/CT/specs/classspecdisplay.asp?ClassNumber=6659T4&R1=&R3=) . This role will be a part of our newly created Juvenile Justice Educational Oversight Unit (JJEOU). The JJEOU was established to assure youth and young adults in juvenile justice facilities are receiving educational services and supports consistent with the standards of the Connecticut State Department of Education and meets the performance expectation of the Commissioner of the DCF.

Position Highlights:

+ Full-time

+ First (1st) shift

+ Monday - Friday

+ Hartford, CT

Please Note:

Although this position is located at our Central Office in Hartford, CT, this position will require statewide travel.

Our Ideal Candidate Will:

+ Be organized, resourceful, and have strong time management skills.

+ Possess strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.

+ Have the ability to work independently and as part of a team to meet deadlines.

+ Be detail-oriented and be adaptable.

+ Have experience working with confidential and time-sensitive information.

What’s In It For You:

Visit our new State Employee Benefits Overview (https://www.jobapscloud.com/CT/jobs/?b=Benefits) page!

+ Work at a Forbes-recognized company! Connecticut is proud to be featured on both America's Best Employers by State and Best Employers for New Grads in 2024. With our dynamic job market and commitment to fostering a thriving workforce, Connecticut stands out as a top destination for both seasoned professionals and fresh graduates seeking to launch their careers.

+ Professional growth and paid professional development opportunities.

+ A healthy work-life balance (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y6n9M1Qd5fo) to all employees.

+ State of Connecticut is an eligible Public Service Loan Forgiveness employer, meaning you may be eligible to have qualifying student loan forgiveness after 10 years of service. Click here (https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service) for more information.

Discover the opportunity to:

+ Engage in a rewarding career

+ Assist our employees so they can achieve success

+ Make a difference in the public sector

+ Work together in a collaborative team environment

Selection Plan

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 [email protected].

+ 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 at Christopher.Lavallee ([email protected].) @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 institution, facility or region within a state unified school district performs professional services within the area of pupil personnel and special education services in a school setting and serves in a resource capacity and consultant to teachers.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

+ Performs services for students in the area of special training such as educational diagnosis, counseling, speech and hearing, social work, or psychological services;

+ Serves in a resource capacity to educational staff and other appropriate individuals;

+ Confers with parents and teachers concerning individual students and assists in planning educational programs;

+ Keeps records and makes necessary reports;

+ May serve as liaison with school systems and community services;

+ Performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

+ Knowledge of

+ the philosophy and methods of service delivery to the assigned disciplines;

+ the principles and practices of education and or services for special needs population;

+ Ability to

+ motivate students;

+ communicate at the appropriate level;

+ establish cooperative relationships with those contacted in planning educational programs;

+ prepare written reports;

+ perform educational testing.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

A Master's degree which includes a planned program of preparation for the field in which the special services are performed.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

+ Experience acting as a liaison between students, former education placements, outside agencies, local school programs, and other interested parties

+ Experience with individual and group counseling of students

+ Experience participating and contributing student information as a member of the Student Study Teams (SST) and Planning and Placement Team (PPT) process

+ Experience monitoring the achievement of Individual Education Plan (IEP) and Individual Transition Plan (ITP) objectives

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

+ Incumbents in this class must possess an appropriate certificate issued by the Connecticut State Board of Education in special education or special services areas such as school counselor (elementary or secondary), speech and hearing consultant, school psychologist, psychological examiner or school social worker.

+ Incumbents in this class may be required to possess and retain a current Connecticut Motor Vehicle operator's license.

CHARACTER REQUIREMENTS

In addition to the checking of references and of facts stated in the application, a thorough background investigation of each candidate may be made prior to appointment.

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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