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Housing Empowering Recovery from Opioids (HERO) Program Manager

State Program Manager | Hybrid

Recruitment # 251028-4799MP-001

Location Hartford, CT

Date Opened 11/4/2025 12:00:00 AM

Salary $98,695* - $134,575/year (*New state employees normally start at the minimum.)

Job Type Open to the Public

Close Date 11/13/2025 11:59:00 PM

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+ Introduction

The State of Connecticut (https://portal.ct.gov/) , Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services ( DMHAS (https://portal.ct.gov/dmhas) ) is seeking to hire a Housing Empowering Recovery from Opioids (HERO) Program Manager (State Program Manager (https://www.jobapscloud.com/CT/specs/classspecdisplay.asp?ClassNumber=4799MP&LinkSpec=RecruitNum2&R1=&R3=) ). The Program Manager will provide oversight and management of the HERO Program within the Housing and Homeless Services Unit at the Office of the Commissioner.

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

+ Schedule:

+ Monday - Friday

+ Full-time (40 hours per week)

+ First shift (8:00 AM - 4:30 PM)

+ Location: 410 Capitol Avenue in Hartford, CT

+ Unit: Housing and Homeless Services Unit

+ Work Environment: Hybrid (telework and in office)

+ Position Number: 151052

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

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

+ Professional growth and development opportunities.

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

DISCOVER THE OPPPORTUNITY TO

+ Be a part of a comprehensive team of caring professionals;

+ Provide support to a division that is passionate about improving the lives of those we serve;

+ Assist our clients so they can achieve success;

+ Make a difference in the public sector;

+ Work together in a collaborative team environment.

ABOUT US

The Connecticut Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services is a health care agency whose mission is to promote the overall health and wellness of persons with behavioral health needs through an integrated network of holistic, comprehensive, effective, and efficient services and supports that foster dignity, respect, and self-sufficiency in those we serve.

PLEASE NOTE:

+ A comprehensive medical examination, including a drug screening, will be required of all applicants upon a conditional offer of employment.

+ All state employees must adhere to Connecticut's Policy for a Drug Free Workplace (https://portal.ct.gov/das/-/media/das/statewide-hr/a---z-listing-task-pdfs/drug-free-workplace-policy--february-2016.pdf) .

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 Frank DeCusati at [email protected].

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;

+ Plans, directs, and coordinates statewide implementation of a statewide supportive housing initiative for persons affected by an Opioid Use Disorder;

+ Develops and monitors contracts with providers delivering supportive housing case management and recovery supports;

+ Engages with legislators, state leadership and stakeholders to communicate program priorities, challenges, and outcomes;

+ Ensures program compliance with federal, state, and continuum of care requirements;

+ Develops quality assurance processes, performance measures, and reporting mechanisms;

+ Collaborates with behavioral health providers, recovery organizations, and health care systems;

+ Provides guidance to assigned staff and consultants;

+ Performs related duties as required. (https://www.jobapscloud.com/CT/specs/classspecdisplay.asp?ClassNumber=4799MP&LinkSpec=RecruitNum2&R1=&R3=)

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 in developing and managing budgets for programs of at least $5 million annually

+ Experience collaborating with state agencies, state officials, legislators, and internal and external stakeholders to advance programmatic or policy goals

+ Experience with state and federal laws, statutes, and regulations related to housing, substance use disorder, and behavioral health services

+ Experience leading continuous quality improvement initiatives, including delivering technical assistance and training

+ Experience in program development and redesign to align with evolving needs and strategic goals

+ Experience leading program planning, implementation, and evaluation efforts to drive outcomes and inform data-driven decision-making

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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