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Environmental Conservation Police Colonel

Energy and Environmental Protection Division Director

Recruitment # 251216-0240MP-001

Location Hartford, CT

Date Opened 1/15/2026 10:15:00 AM

Salary $124,895 - $170,298/year

Job Type Open to the Public

Close Date 2/5/2026 11:59:00 PM

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Want a leadership position protecting Connecticut (https://portal.ct.gov/) 's natural resources and beautiful state parks and forests?

If so, we encourage you to check out this opportunity!

The Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (https://portal.ct.gov/DEEP) (DEEP), Bureau of Outdoor Recreation is seeking to hire an Environmental Conservation Police Colonel (DEEP Division Director) (https://www.jobapscloud.com/CT/specs/classspecdisplay.asp?ClassNumber=0240MP&R1=&R3=) to oversee the Environmental Conservation Police Division (https://portal.ct.gov/deep/environmental-conservation-police/connecticut-environmental-conservation-police-home-page) . This position requires POST certification as a law enforcement officer in Connecticut. If you are from out of state, you will need to obtain POST certification within 6 months of hire.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

+ NEW: Visit our State Employee Benefits Overview (https://www.jobapscloud.com/CT/jobs/?b=Benefits) page to learn about our medical and dental insurance plans, sick/vacation/personal leave accruals, state holidays, tuition reimbursement and more!

+ This is a Hazardous Duty Position and offers a pension plan, the State Employees Retirement System Tier IV. As a Hazardous Duty employee, you will be eligible to retire after just 25 years of service, regardless of your age.

+ A healthy work/life balance to all employees (https://www.jobapscloud.com/ct/sup/EVPPDF123020.pdf) .

Our state has a lot to offer - from fun activities for all ages, to great food and shopping, to beautiful state parks and forests (https://ctparks.com/) , to our diverse cultures and rich history. Connecticut is a great place to live! Learn more about Connecticut here (https://www.ctvisit.com/) .

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

This is a full-time, 40 hour per week position. Schedule is Monday through Friday, with some night and weekend work and travel expected. The position will work out of our downtown Hartford office, located at 79 Elm Street, across from historic Bushnell Park. This position is responsible for management and oversight of a varied and dynamic state-wide law enforcement agency consisting of sixty-two sworn officers, two permanent administrative secretaries, up to fifty seasonal patrol officers and eight dispatcher positions managing a twenty-four hour emergency dispatch center. Duties include managing an annual budget, strategic planning, recruitment and hiring, assignment and adjudication of internal affairs investigations, legislative initiatives, policy development, labor relations, developing memorandum of agreements, asset management, and equipment purchases. The Director liaisons with local, state and federal law enforcement agencies and acts as public information officer at critical incidents and special events. The Division has five specialized law enforcement units which the Director manages including K9, Chemical Immobilization, Boating Accident Reconstruction, Hunting Related Shooting Incidents and PEER support. ABOUT US The Environmental Conservation Police Division is an Accredited Law Enforcement Agency with state-wide conservation law enforcement responsibilities. The Division is made up of three unique geographical districts each managed by a district captain and overseen by a Colonel and Major. The division has responsibility for over 255,000 acres of agency owned lands and waters that includes state forests, state parks, wildlife management areas and boating access areas. The division is responsible for the patrol element of Connecticut’s shellfish program, has a cooperative enforcement agreement with NOAA’s Office of Law Enforcement, boating accident investigation responsibilities and patrol on Connecticut’s state waterways. The mission of the Environmental Conservation Police is to provide natural resource protection and public safety through education, outreach and enforcement in the areas of fish and game, boating, commercial fishing, wildlife management, parks and forests.

DEEP is charged with conserving, improving and protecting the natural resources and the environment of the state of Connecticut as well as making cheaper, cleaner and more reliable energy available for the people and businesses of the state. The agency is also committed to playing a positive role in rebuilding Connecticut’s economy and creating jobs – and to fostering a sustainable and prosperous economic future for the state.

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 Jake Ferrari 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 Energy and Environmental Protection this class is accountable for directing the staff and programs of a scientific, regulatory and/or technical division.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

+ Directs staff and operations of a scientific, regulatory and/or technical division;

+ Coordinates, plans and manages division activities;

+ Formulates and ensures implementation of program goals, objectives, new procedures and procedural revisions;

+ Develops, implements and evaluates division policies, goals and objectives;

+ Administers state and federal laws and regulations pertaining to division;

+ Designs and implements performance review standards for division staff;

+ Prepares or assists in preparation of division budget;

+ Maintains contacts and liaison with public and private individuals and organizations and other agency units with potential to impact program activities;

+ Recommends appropriate staffing levels;

+ Develops new laws and regulations related to division programs;

+ Serves as state liaison with federal programs;

+ 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 apply management principles and practices;

+ relevant state and federal laws, statutes and regulations;

+ and ability to apply relevant agency policies and procedures;

+ energy, environmental or radiation protection principles, techniques, practices and issues;

+ Considerable

+ interpersonal skills;

+ oral and written communication skills;

+ analytical, organizational and negotiation skills.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

Ten (10) years of professional experience in natural resource management, public outdoor recreation, environmental education, conservation law enforcement, pollution prevention, reduction and management, radiation control, radiological regulatory programs or integration of radiological policies and programs, environmental or energy conservation, environmental or energy regulatory programs, integration of energy and environmental policies and programs, energy research or policy development, strategic operational environmental planning, energy planning, radiological planning, emergency response or other related environmental protection or energy field.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SPECIAL EXPERIENCE

Two (2) years of the General Experience must have been in a supervisory capacity responsible for the supervision of professional and technical support staff performing energy or environmental protection work,

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One (1) year of the General Experience must have been in a managerial capacity responsible for the management of professional and technical support staff performing energy or environmental protection work or accountable for establishing and monitoring energy and environmental financial and/or business policies and/or procedures.

NOTE:

+ Supervisory capacity is defined as scheduling, assigning and overseeing work, establishing performance standards for employees and taking corrective measures to implement those standards.

+ For state employees supervisory experience is interpreted at the level of a Supervising Environmental Engineer (Environmental Protection), Environmental Protection Supervising Air Pollution Control Engineer, Environmental Protection Supervising Radiation Control Physicist, Environmental Protection Supervising Civil Engineer, Supervising Environmental Analyst, Environmental Protection Supervising Forester, Environmental Protection Supervising Fisheries Biologist, Environmental Protection Supervising Wildlife Biologist, Public Utilities Supervisor of Technical Analysis or other comparable supervisory title responsible for the supervision of professional and technical support staff performing energy or environmental protection work.

+ Managerial capacity is defined as formulating program goals and objectives, developing and implementing program procedures, initiating program policies and developing and monitoring a budget.

+ For state employees managerial experience is interpreted at the level of an Energy and Environmental Protection Assistant Division Director, Energy and Environmental Protection Office Director or other comparable managerial title responsible for the management of professional and technical support staff performing energy or environmental protection work.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED

+ College training in a scientific or technical discipline related to the energy or environmental field including but not limited to the biological, earth or physical sciences, health physics, physics, nuclear engineering or radiation science, environmental planning, conservation law enforcement, environmental law, economics, leisure services, geographic information systems, geography with a concentration in geographic information systems, natural sciences, natural resources, renewable energy, energy conservation or a related field 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 a scientific or technical discipline related to the energy or environmental field including but not limited to the biological, earth or physical sciences, health physics, physics, nuclear engineering or radiation science, environmental planning, conservation law enforcement, environmental law, economics, leisure services, geographic information systems, geography with a concentration in geographic information systems, natural sciences, natural resources, renewable energy, energy conservation or a related field may be substituted for five (5) years of the General Experience.

+ A law degree with a concentration in energy, natural resources or environmental protection law or a doctorate degree in the biological, earth or physical sciences, health physics, physics, nuclear engineering or radiation science or a field related to renewable energy, energy conservation or environmental protection may be substituted for six (6) years of the General Experience.

NOTE: Education may only be substituted for a total of six (6) years of the General Experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

+ Currently certified as an active law enforcement officer with a certification issued by a state or federal appointing authority with no current suspensions, revocations, or pending disciplinary actions.

+ Experience leading, supervising and managing a geographically dispersed law enforcement program or organization at the rank equivalent to Lieutenant or higher.

+ Experience with the principles, practices and administration of a conservation law enforcement program.

+ Leadership training such as the National Association of Conservation Law Enforcement Chiefs Association Leadership Academy or the Federal Bureau of Investigation National Academy.

+ A Master’s Degree in public administration, business administration, communications, law enforcement administration, or criminal justice.

+ Experience managing a 24-hour dispatch center.

+ Experience leading or managing specialized units including a K9 program, Boating Accident Reconstruction Unit, Hunting Related Incident Investigations, Chemical Immobilization Team and Bike Patrol unit.

+ Experience working with a public relations team and the media drafting press releases, responding to media inquiries and participating in press conferences.

+ Experience working with municipal, state and federal officials, community groups, constituents and non-governmental organizations.

+ Experience with the legislative process to include drafting legislation, preparing and presenting testimony.

+ Experience with strategic analysis including planning and implementing goals.

+ Experience in managing budget development and oversight for programs or facilities within an organization.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

+ Incumbents in this class will be required to possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s license.

+ Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.

+ Incumbents in this class may be required to obtain a security clearance.

+ Incumbents in this class may be required by the appointing authority to possess and retain appropriate current licenses, permits and/or certifications.

Radiation Division:

+ Incumbents in this class may be required to respond to radiological emergencies within Connecticut and other New England states.

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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