Child Care Licensing Specialist Hybrid Recruitment # 250226-2328SH-001 Location Hartford, CT Date Opened 3/4/2025 12:00:00 AM Salary $75,357* - $96,000/year *Individuals new to state employment start at minimum salary range. Job Type Open to the Public Close Date 3/12/2025 11:59:00 PM Go Back Apply View Benefits (https://www.jobapscloud.com/CT/jobs/?b=Benefits) + + + + Introduction Are you passionate about the State of Connecticut and ensuring its youngest children are supported and able to thrive? Do you want to make a difference in their care? If so, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. The State of Connecticut (https://portal.ct.gov/) , Office of Early Childhood ( OEC (https://portal.ct.gov/OEC) ) is the lead agency for early childhood services for the state’s youngest children; including early care and education, home visiting, developmental support, program and provider development. We are currently recruiting for multiple Child Care Licensing Specialists (https://www.jobapscloud.com/CT/specs/classspecdisplay.asp?ClassNumber=2328SH&R1=&R3=) to join our team. WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU: + Visit our State Employee Benefits Overview (https://www.jobapscloud.com/CT/jobs/?b=Benefits) page! + Work at a Forbes-recognized company! Connecticut is proud to be featured on both America's Best Employers by State and Best Employers for New Grads in 2024. With our dynamic job market and commitment to fostering a thriving workforce, Connecticut stands out as a top destination for both seasoned professionals and fresh graduates seeking to launch their careers. + Professional growth and development opportunities. + A healthy work/life balance (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y6n9M1Qd5fo) to all employees. POSITION HIGHLIGHTS: + Full Time (40 hours/week) + First Shift, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm *Adjusted Work Schedule requests can be considered upon obtaining permanent status, after completion of the working test period + Monday – Friday + Hybrid position (combination of telework and in office) + Location: 450 Columbus Blvd in Hartford, CT THE ROLE: The Licensing Division of the OEC is responsible for licensing, monitoring and investigating complaints of child care programs (child care centers, group child care homes, family child care homes) and youth camps throughout the state. We are recruiting for multiple Child Care Licensing Specialists to join this specialized unit. The individuals selected to fill these roles will be responsible for conducting inspections of licensed child care programs throughout the state, to include: + Conducting on-site inspections of licensed child care programs + Preparing and maintaining records and reports + Entering data into a licensing system + Providing technical assistance on regulatory issues during licensing visits and workshops + Answering the Division’s Help Desk and Complaint Line phones and responding to questions and concerns from providers, parents, the public and others + Participating in meetings with providers and testifying in administrative hearings regarding visits conducted and findings + Participating on workgroups or committees to conduct special projects concerning Division’s policies and procedures + Performing other duties as assigned YOUR CAREER WITH US: WHO WE ARE: Our agency’s mission is to support all young children by ensuring that early childhood policy, funding and services strengthen the critical role families, providers, educators, and communities play in a child’s life. We believe in ensuring all children are safe, healthy, learning and thriving, and having a strong team is critical to us successfully achieving these goals. Our mission and vision serve as the guideposts for the development of policies and programs, and also ensure that we work to actively and purposefully dismantle racism and advance equity for all individuals throughout the early childhood system and the professionals selected to fill these roles must align with, believe in and promote this mission and vision. Additionally, they will be able to exercise effective interpersonal skills with both internal and external contacts of the Agency. Watch the video below to see what it's like to be a State of Connecticut employee! 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 DAS.SHRM@ct.gov. + 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 Anamaria Giangarra at Anamaria.Giangarra@ct.gov Join the State of Connecticut and take your next career step with confidence! PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK) In the Office of Early Childhood this class is accountable for independently performing a full range of technical duties involved in the licensing and regulation of child care programs and providers. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES + Conducts on-site regulatory inspections and interviews of potential and existing child care providers to determine initial and continuing regulatory compliance and health, safety and welfare of children; + Performs inspections of total facility (e.g. health and sanitation, food service, space, staffing, etc.); + Reviews required program documentation, observes program operations and conducts interviews with program staff, parents and other interested parties; + Reviews applications for licensure from prospective child care programs and providers; + Documents all pertinent information regarding regulatory compliance for formal and informal compliance conferences, negative actions against a licensee, hearings and/or court proceedings; + Investigates complaints of non-compliance with child care regulations, mistreatment of children and illegal practices by child care programs and providers; + Provides guidance and consultation regarding child care regulations and program practices to providers, parents and other interested parties; + Maintains case records and prepares reports; + Coordinates services with other state and local agencies; + May appear before professional organizations and the public to educate on child care regulatory issues; + Performs related duties as required. KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY + Knowledge of + and ability to interpret relevant state and federal laws, statutes, regulations, policies and procedures related to child care programs; + principles and techniques of operating child care programs; + various economic, emotional, medical, psychological and social factors influencing attitudes and behavior of individuals and families; + community resources available to individuals and families; + Considerable + interpersonal skills; + oral and written communication skills; + Ability to + determine child care program and provider compliance with governing statutes and regulations; + obtain, organize, assess and present evidence related to program provider compliance with regulations; + maintain records and prepare reports; + Organizational ability. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE Six (6) years of experience in the provision of professional child care services with involvement in program development and operational policy. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED + College education 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 child development, early childhood education, public health, social work or other related area my be substituted for one (1) additional year of the General Experience. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS + Experience implementing, monitoring and enforcing child care statutes and regulations + Experience creating written reports and narratives + Experience working individually and as part of a team + Experience following policies and procedures that align with regulatory, statutory, or programmatic requirements + Experience providing customer support in a public or private setting, including verbal and written communication SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Incumbents in this class may be required to travel. 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. Click on a link below to apply for this position: Fill out the Supplemental Questionnaire and Application NOW using the Internet. Apply Online