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Secretary 2

DDS South Region


Job Location:

Norwich, NY - USA

Yearly Salary: USD 58046 - 75906
Posted: 2 October 2026 (Yesterday)
Application Deadline: 30 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Introduction


Are you a current State of Connecticut employee/clerical professional looking to continue your career with the State of Connecticut If so we invite you to consider the Secretary 2 position with Connecticut Developmental Services!

The State of Connecticut Developmental Services (DDS) South Region is currently recruiting for aSecretary 2position within the Individuals Families and Self-Determination Division. This position will be located on-site at the DDS Office located in Norwich.


Position Highlights: PCN 23353

  • Full-time 80-hours/biweekly
  • 1st shift
  • Monday Friday
  • 8:00 am 4:30 pm
  • However must be flexible to meet the needs of the agency.
  • A hybrid schedule may be requested following successful completion of the incumbents Working Test Period.
  • Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.
  • Incumbents in this class may be required to possess and obtain a valid Motor Vehicle Drivers License in good standing.

In your role as a Secretary 2 you will have the opportunity to:

  • Experience and proficiency in developing and maintaining databases spreadsheets addition to proficient skills with Microsoft outlook and TEAMS
  • Arrange and coordinate meetings (including space and equipment)
  • Research assemble and coordinate meeting materials (e.g. charts graphs reports)
  • Write minutes for meetings lectures conferences etc. from rough draft;
  • Take notes and/or meeting minutes
  • Prepare expense accounts
  • Make travel arrangements
  • Maintain an inventory of supplies and equipment
  • Order supplies when necessary
  • Perform related duties as required

What we can offer you:

  • View our State Employee Benefits Overview page!
  • Professional growth and paid professional development opportunities.
  • A healthy work-life balance to 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. Click here for more information.

DDS Mission Statement:

The mission of the Department of Developmental Servicers is to partner with the individuals we support and their families to support lifelong planning and to join with others to create and promote meaningful opportunities for individuals to fully participate as valued members of their communities.



Selection Plan

In order to be considered for this job opening you must be a current State of CT employee who has worked for the state 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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  • 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 employer may participate in EVerify and will provide the federal government with your Form I9 information to confirm work authorization.

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Join the State of Connecticut and take your next career step with confidence!

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:

  • 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 departmentpractices/policies) for own or supervisors signature.
  • REPORT WRITING:
    • Compiles information from a variety of sources and prepares narrative or statisticalreports 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 tosolve 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 graphsreports);
    • Writes minutes of meetings lectures conferences etc. from rough draft;
    • Takes notes and/or meetingminutes;
    • Prepares expense accounts;
    • Makes travel arrangements.
  • OFFICE MANAGEMENT:
    • Maintains an inventory of supplies and equipment;
    • Orders supplies when necessary;
    • Completes processes and maintains paperwork for purchasing (e.g. ordersrequisitions invoices etc.);
    • Maintains time and attendance records;
    • Assists in preparing and monitoring the office budget (e.g. compiles figures reviewsstatistical reports verifies expense items);
    • Designs and initiates new forms and procedures to facilitate workflow;
  • Performs related duties as required.
KNOWLEDGE SKILL AND ABILITY
  • Considerable knowledge of
    • office systems and procedures;
    • proper grammar punctuation and spelling;
  • Knowledge of
    • business communications;
    • departments/units 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 otherelectronic 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 interacting with and composing correspondence for internal and external purposes.
  • Experience interacting and corresponding with various state local and private agencies; including but not limited to CT Department of Education CT Department of Aging and Disability Services Probate Court Administration CT Dept of Children and Families etc.
  • Experience working with Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPPA) laws and Confidentiality
  • Experience accurately proof-reading complex documentation
  • Experience with administrative functions including data collection scheduling tracking and ordering supplies
  • Experience with Microsoft Office including; Word Excel Access Outlook PowerPoint and Teams
  • Clerical experience in a setting that provides services for individuals and families with developmental disabilities and underserved populations
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.


Required Experience:

Junior IC


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