Secretary, Administrative​/Clerical

Are you a current Department of Children and Families employee looking to advance your career? If so, we encourage you to read more about the Secretary 2 position below! The State of Connecticut, Department of Children and Families (DCF) – is accepting applications for one (1) full-time Secretary 2 position.

We are seeking a highly organized, detail-oriented, and motivated individual to join our team as a Secretary 2 within Region 5, serving the Danbury, Torrington, and Waterbury area offices. This position offers an opportunity to provide essential administrative and secretarial support to staff who are dedicated to protecting children, strengthening families, and supporting the well‑being of our communities.

The Secretary 2 plays an important role in ensuring the efficient day-to-day operations of the office by performing a variety of administrative and secretarial duties. Responsibilities include preparing and proofreading correspondence, reports, and other documents; maintaining confidential filing systems and records; coordinating meetings and appointments; responding to telephone inquiries and assisting visitors; processing documents and correspondence; and supporting office operations, including purchasing, time and attendance, and budget-related activities.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills, exercise sound judgment and discretion when handling confidential information, and be able to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment. We are looking for someone who is dependable, adaptable, customer‑service oriented, and committed to contributing to a professional and supportive workplace.

If you are looking for an opportunity to make a meaningful contribution while utilizing your administrative and organizational skills, we encourage you to apply and become part of the Department of Children and Families, Region 5 team!

We hope you take this opportunity to continue your career with the State of Connecticut!

• Agency Only:
  Only current Department of Children and Families employees will be considered for this position.
• Location:
  
  Region 5:
  Danbury, Waterbury and Torrington offices.
• Full‑time | 40 Hours per week
• 1st Shift | Monday – Friday | 8:00 am – 5:00 pm

• View our State Employee Benefits Overview page!
• Professional growth and paid professional development opportunities.
• A healthy work‑life balance 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.  for more information.

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.

In order to be considered for this job opening you must be a current State of CT employee of the agency listed above for at least six (6) months of full-time service or full-time equivalent service, absent any applicable collective bargaining language, and meet the Minimum Qualifications as listed. You must specify your qualifications on your application.

In a state agency this class is accountable for independently performing a full range of secretarial support functions requiring an understanding of organizational policies and procedures.

• Using computers, tablets, and other electronic equipment, formats and types a full range of correspondence, reports, bills, drafts, etc. from rough draft, transcription, dictated notes, etc.;
• Proofreads for content;
• Edits using…