Are you seeking a chance to create a meaningful impact in a dynamic and encouraging environment? The State of Connecticut is searching for a Secretary 2 to join our outstanding team!
The State of Connecticut, Department of Children and Families (DCF), is seeking an individual to fill a full time Secretary 2 position within our agency. This position will support the Albert J. Solnit Children’s Center– South Campus located in Middletown.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

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• 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 to all employees.
  DCF believes in the power of collaboration and the importance of every team member’s contribution. We are committed to providing an encouraging environment where you can excel and compete at the highest levels. Our team is ambitious and dedicated to achieving outstanding results. Join us and be a part of something truly exceptional!

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

• Considerable knowledge of
• office systems and procedures;
• proper grammar, punctuation and spelling;
• Knowledge of
• business communications;
• department’s/unit’s policies and procedures;
• business math;
• Skills;
• interpersonal skills;
• oral and written communication skills;
• Ability to
• schedule and prioritize office workflow;
• operate office equipment which includes computers, tablets, and other electronic equipment;
• operate office suite software;
• take notes (shorthand, speedwriting or other method acceptable to the supervisor).

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

Three (3) years of experience above the routine clerk level in office support or secretarial work.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SPECIAL EXPERIENCE

One (1) year of the General Experience must have been as a Secretary 1 or its equivalent.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED

College training in the secretarial sciences 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 two (2) years.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience working in a Hospital setting and handling medical records
• Experience using Microsoft Office Suite - Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Experience with CORE/CT and/or Kronos for verifying Information, data entry and running reports
• Experience working in a fast paced multifaceted environment
• Experience scheduling and coordinating large meetings in Outlook/Calendar

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

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.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Performs a variety of secretarial duties as described in the following areas: