Unemployment Compensation Director Of Accounts; Hybrid

Unemployment Compensation Director of Accounts

Hybrid

Recruitment #MP-001

Location:

Wethersfield, CT

Date Opened: 2/17/2026 12:00:00 AM | Salary: $129,888 - $177,096/year | Job Type: Open to Agency Employees | Close Date: 2/24/2026 11:59:00 PM

Are you a current Department of Labor employee with extensive experience in accounting or auditing? If so, we encourage you to consider the Unemployment Compensation Director of Accounts position below!

The State of Connecticut, Department of Labor (DOL) – UI Tax Unit – is currently accepting applications for Unemployment Compensation Director Of Accounts located in Wethersfield, CT.

The Unemployment Compensation Director Of Accounts provides strategic leadership and operational oversight. This position directs staff and unit operations while planning, coordinating, and managing complex program activities to ensure compliance with state and federal laws. The Director formulates program goals, contributes to policy development, and oversees fiscal management, including budgeting, fund allocation, financial reporting, and employer contribution systems. Serving as a key liaison with internal teams, state and federal officials, and legal counsel, this role ensures sound financial administration, accurate accounting systems, and effective decision‑making.

The Director also plays a vital role in staff evaluation, recruitment, and professional development while ensuring the unit meets its mission of timely and accurate benefit delivery to eligible claimants.

• Note:
  
  This position is open to current Department of Labor employees only. Please see Selection Plan for additional details.
• Full‑time | 40 hours per week
• Monday – Friday

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

The State of Connecticut, Department of Labor (DOL) is committed to protecting and promoting the interests of Connecticut workers. In order to accomplish this ever‑changing environment, we assist workers and employers to become competitive in the global economy. We take a comprehensive approach to meeting the needs of workers and employers, and other agencies that serve them. We ensure the supply of high‑integrated services that serve the needs of our customers.

We hope you take this opportunity to continue your career and make an impa

CT!

• 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, 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:
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