Secretary, Administrative​/Clerical

Secretary 2

• LOCATION:
  
  Region 4 (Manchester + Hartford)
• SHIFT:
  First (full time)
• SCHEDULE:
  
  40 hours per week, Monday – Friday (hybrid)
• NOTE:
  
  This position is open to current State of Connecticut employees only.

• As a current State employee you will receive the same excellent benefits you are accustom to.
• Professional growth and development opportunities.
• A healthy work/life balance to all employees.

We are an ambitious team dedicated to making a difference, engaging in meaningful work that positively impacts children and families. Together, we collaborate with a diverse group of professionals and community partners, encouraging connections that drive success. We benefit from professional growth opportunities and a nurturing work environment that supports our development. As a forward-thinking organization, we value innovation and excellence, striving to make a lasting impact in everything we do.

Our mission is to partner with communities and empower families to raise resilient children who thrive. We are proud of our diverse and dedicated workforce, who strive daily to meet the needs of those we encounter. We comprise of a Central Office, fourteen area offices, two facilities, and the Wilderness School.

Start With Us, Stay With Us, Grow With Us

In order to be considered for this job opening you must be a current State of CT employee 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 on the job opening. You must specify your qualifications on your application.

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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.

• TYPING: 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 knowledge of grammar, punctuation and spelling.
• FILING: Designs office filing systems;
  Organizes and maintains files (including confidential files);
  Maintains, updates and reviews reference materials and manuals.
• CORRESPONDENCE: Composes complex letters and/or memoranda, etc. (e.g., explaining department practices/policies) for own or supervisor's signature.
• REPORT WRITING: Compiles information from a variety of sources and prepares narrative or statistical reports, exercising judgment in the selection of items to be included.
• INTERPERSONAL: Greets and directs visitors;
  Answers phones and screens incoming calls;
  Provides advice to callers regarding policy and procedures (e.g., citing a regulation to solve a specific problem);
  Coordinates with others both within and outside of the organization on a variety of non-routine matters.
• PROCESSING: Screens letters, memos, reports and other materials to determine action required;
  May make recommendations to the supervisor.
• SECRETARY: Arranges and coordinates meetings (including space and equipment);
  Researches, assembles and coordinates meeting materials (e.g., charts, graphs, reports);
  Writes minutes of meetings, lectures, conferences, etc. from rough draft;
  Takes notes and/or…