Job Information
State of Connecticut, Department of Administrative Services Transit Oriented Development Officer in Newington, Connecticut
Transit Oriented Development Officer
Durational Project Manager
Recruitment # 240620-0415VR-001
Location Newington, CT
Date Opened 6/25/2024 12:00:00 AM
Salary $121,848-$166,144/year
Job Type Open to the Public
Close Date 7/9/2024 11:59:00 PM
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Introduction
The State of Connecticut (https://portal.ct.gov/) Department of Transportation (CTDOT) invites eligible applicants to apply for the position of Transit Oriented Development Officer (TODO) (Durational Project Manager (https://www.jobapscloud.com/CT/specs/classspecdisplay.asp?ClassNumber=0415VR&R1=&R3=) ) within the Office of Commissioner, located in Newington, CT.
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Position Highlights:
Full Time, 40 hours per week
Monday - Friday
Location: Newington
NOTE: Incumbent will be placed in the vacancy under durational appointment, with anticipated end date of June 30, 2028. This appointment may be extended. Benefits and leaves will be subject to the Connecticut General Statutes.
Position Duties and Responsibilities:
This position will oversee the agency’s TOD efforts and serve as the lead across the agency for all TOD related issues. The TODO will work with the Commissioner and Deputy Commissioner to set the direction for the agency and coordinate efforts across offices and Bureaus and will report to the Deputy Commissioner.
The TODO will develop the vision, strategies, and programs designed to optimize the coordinated development and execution of the agency’s strategic investment and operational decisions in support of the DOT’s infrastructure, asset management, and maintenance goals as well as supporting the State’s economic development and affordable housing goals.
Duties will include creating the DOT’s first Transit Oriented Development Officer position. Responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:
Support TOD focused policy and planning functions within CTDOT and ensure engagement of departments in the development of TOD strategies.
Under the direction of the Deputy Commissioner, coordinate CTDOT responses to development submissions. Lead regular meetings with CTDOT departments to coordinate review of development projects, identify impacts to CTDOT facilities and operations, determine potential studies and develop recommendations for project support of studies, facilities, or service; track input, draft recommendations, and comment letters; coordinate with other agencies as required.
Support the Deputy Commissioner, Bureau Chiefs, and Directors in implementing project planning and design processes, and collaboratively engage CTDOT departments; identify process improvements and contribute to policies that will ensure CTDOT’s assets are protected through planning, permitting, design and construction of development projects.
Work with CTDOT Office of Rail, Engineering and Construction and others in tracking infrastructure needs and critical areas of planning concern and advocate for opportunities for integration in area development projects.
Engage and manage external consultants on relevant studies and design review as directed.
Engage municipal and state agencies, stakeholders, and transit advisory groups to further development project coordination.
Attend municipal and state agency meetings or other presentations and engage project stakeholders and permitting agencies as directed by department leadership.
Manage multiple TOD projects, simultaneously, providing coordination among development teams and internal CTDOT departments, including department input and operations support.
Work collaboratively with Attorney General, DOT Legal, Real Estate and outside counsel in developing and implementing project agreements, Licenses, easements, and other documents.
Undertake special projects as assigned and work independently within the CTDOT’s guidelines, procedures, and legislation, under the direction of, or on initiatives as defined by, the Deputy Commissioner; address complex tasks in a time-sensitive environment, seeking guidance as necessary.
Selection Plan
To Apply:
In order to be considered for this job opening, you must meet the Minimum Qualifications as listed on this job opening. You must specify your qualifications on your application.
The minimum experience and training requirements must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.
Ensure that your application is complete and detailed before submitting it. In order to comply with Public Act 21-69 (https://www.cga.ct.gov/2021/act/pa/pdf/2021PA-00069-R00SB-00056-PA.pdf) , the State of Connecticut is no longer asking for resumes during the initial application process. You will not be able to make revisions once your application is submitted into the JobAps system.
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Important Information After You Apply:
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.
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Interviews will be limited to candidates whose experience and training most closely meet the requirements of the position.
The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.
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Connect With Us:
Due to the large volume of applications received, we are unable to provide confirmation of receipt or status during the recruitment process. Updates will be available through your JobAps portal account. Should you have any questions pertaining to this recruitment, please contact Hayley Newhouse, at Hayley.Newhouse@ct.gov.
PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)
In a state agency this class is accountable for making or conducting a special inquiry, investigation, examination or installation pursuant to Section 5-198(n) of the Connecticut General Statutes.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution in Architecture, Urban Planning, Landscape Architecture, Real Estate, Public Policy, Environmental Policy, Engineering, or a related field.
Experience in the planning, design and/or permitting of development projects or public projects.
Supervisory, managerial, and/or leadership experience with a diverse workforce.
Knowledge of state municipal permitting and development review processes.
Experience managing and supervising consultants.
Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, Database and PowerPoint applications.
Proven track record of collaboration, transparency, and problem-solving skills, and the ability to effectively communicate with customers, employees, and vendors.
Experience working on ambiguous projects with limited information yet still deliver and produce results.
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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