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CTECS Assistant Superintendent of Pupil Services

(Education Division Director 1) Office/On-site

Recruitment # 251017-3200MP-001

Location Hartford, CT

Date Opened 10/23/2025 12:00:00 AM

Salary $140,492 - $191,562/year

Job Type Open to the Public

Close Date 11/6/2025 11:59:00 PM

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+ Introduction

The State of Connecticut (https://portal.ct.gov/) , Co nnectic ut Technical Ed ucation and Ca reer System (CTECS (https://www.cttech.org/) ), invites applicants to apply for a full-time CTECS Assistant Superintendent of Pupil Services ( Educa tion Division Director 1 (https://www.jobapscloud.com/CT/specs/classspecdisplay.asp?ClassNumber=3200MP&R1=&R3=) ) position at CTECS Central Office i n Hartford, CT.

Your Role as CTECS Assistant Superintendent of Pupil Services :

This position will be reporting directly to the CTECS Superintendent, and will provide dedicated, district-level leadership and oversight for special education and related pupil services. It will allow CTECS to build a culture and system of supports that match the transformative potential of our schools.

Position Highlights :

+ This is a year-round role

+ First shift, Monday-Friday

+ Our preferred applicants will possess c ertifications in Intermediate Administration (092 Certification) and Special Education (165 Certification)

What We Can Offer You:

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

+ 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 information.

Who We Are:

Through exemplary trade and academic programming, CTECS prepares trade-bound students to meet the skilled workforce needs in Connecticut.

For over 100 years, the Connecticut Technical Education and Career System (CTECS) has been the leading force in Career Technical Education (CTE) in the State of Connecticut; preparing students to meet the skilled workforce needs of employers. CTECS operates 17 diploma-granting technical high schools, one technical education center, and two airframe mechanics and aircraft maintenance programs.

CTECS serves approximately 11,200 full-time high school students across 31 in-demand CTE programs, providing hands-on training in state-of-the-art classrooms designed to mirror real-world workplaces. Students follow a unique schedule alternating between career and technical education and traditional academics, ensuring they graduate with the knowledge and skills needed for success. Graduates earn a Connecticut high school diploma, CTE certificate in their field of study, and multiple stackable credentials giving them the “competitive edge.” These credentials include but are not limited to state occupational licensure, national technical skill competency certifications, and industry-recognized credentialing. Many students secure job placements before graduation, while others continue their education at colleges, universities, or registered apprenticeships.

We encourage you to come see all that Connecticut has to offer by joining th e CTECS team !

Selection Plan

FOR ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING:

Check out our Applicant Tips on How to Apply! Need more resources? Visit our Applicant Toolkit (https://jobapscloud.com/CT/jobs/?b=KIT) 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 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 [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 Ethan Ives at [email protected] .

Join the State of Connecticut and take your next career step with confidence!

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In the Department of Education and Connecticut Technical Education and Career System this class is accountable for directing the operations and activities of an Education Division or the Connecticut Technical Education and Career System.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

+ Directs staff, budget and operations of an education division, internal administration and management division or the Connecticut Technical Education and Career System;

+ Coordinates, plans and manages division activities;

+ Develops comprehensive long- and short-term goals and objectives which support educational initiatives and agency mission;

+ Participates and makes recommendations in review and formulation of agency policy, exercises general supervision over various forms of educational programs and services offered by the state to local school authorities, professional organizations, certain lay groups and individuals;

+ Exercises general supervision over internal management policies and programs as offered to local school authorities, professional organizations, other state agencies and State Department of Education staff;

+ Acts as consultant with respect to these programs and services;

+ Interprets and administers pertinent laws of bureaus;

+ Oversees fiscal operations of bureaus;

+ Prepares and presents reports before the State Board of Education;

+ Evaluates and assesses staff performance;

+ Serves as a member of the Commissioner's Senior Leadership Team;

+ Responds to inquiries from the Governor, federal, state and local educators concerning education initiatives and programs of bureaus;

+ Maintains statewide responsibility for all bureau programs and activities and represents agency and state in related activities as required;

+ 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 interpret and apply relevant state and federal laws, statutes and regulations;

+ philosophy and methods of education, with emphasis on educational administration and management;

+ objectives and purposes of educational programs within area of specialty;

+ principles of professional management;

+ public school administration;

+ principles and techniques of budgetary preparation and fiscal management;

+ Considerable

+ interpersonal skills;

+ oral and written communication skills;

+ Administrative ability.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

An earned advanced degree and eleven (11) years of professional experience in the field of education or related areas.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SPECIAL EXPERIENCE

One (1) year of the General Experience must have been in a managerial capacity in the oversight of the development or administration of an educational bureau, system, operation, school or service OR as a Technical High School Principal.

NOTE:

+ Managerial capacity is defined as full time managerial responsibility for a major program. Position will have supervisory responsibilities but the emphasis should be on management activities defined as formulating program goals and objectives, developing and implementing program procedures, initiating program policies and developing and/or monitoring a budget.

+ For state employees managerial experience is interpreted at the level of an Education Bureau Chief.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED

+ A 092 certificate (Intermediate Administrator), or 093 certificate (Superintendent), or Sixth Year Diploma in Educational Leadership, or an Ed.D. (Doctorate in Educational Leadership) may be substituted for one (1) additional year of the General Experience.

+ An advanced degree and five (5) years of managerial experience in the oversight of the development or administration of an educational bureau, system, operation, school or service may be substituted for the General and Special Experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

+ Supervisory experience in the field of Special Education including overseeing school counseling, social work, nursing and student support services.

+ Experience in classroom instruction

+ Experience overseeing the development and implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEPs) to ensure equity, access, and compliance within state mandated timelines

+ Experience ensuring all current federal, state, and local special education legislation, regulations, and guidelines are followed

+ Certifications in Intermediate Administration (092 Certification) and Special Education (165 Certification)

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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