What are the responsibilities and job description for the Processing Technician position at State of Connecticut - Department of Aging and Disability Services?
Introduction
Do you want to make a difference while participating in a dynamic and reciprocal human service environment in the public sector?�If so, we have an excellent opportunity for you to join our team!� THE POSITION The�State of Connecticut,�Department of Aging and Disability Services (ADS)�is seeking an experienced and qualified Processing Technician�to join their team.� HIGHLIGHTS LOCATIONS: Windsor UNIT:�Bureau of Education and Services for the Blind (BESB) SCHEDULE: Full-time, 40 hours per week, first shift, 8:00am to 4:30pm, Monday through Friday POSITION NUMBER: 34746 DISCOVER THE OPPORTUNITY TO Review and code all eye reports submitted and upload all supporting medical documentation from eye doctors as required by state statute to determine eligibility for any services provided by the agency; Maintain and update the blind registry as required by state statute as well as provide certificates of legal blindness for all consumers found to be eligible for services and who meet the legal blindness definition for such certificate. WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU To work for a Forbes top company: ‘Forbes’�State of Connecticut Ranked One of the Best Employers of 2023�-�State of CT Receives National Recognition for Offering Job Growth, Competitive Benefits, and Flexible Schedule; As a State employee, we offer the same�competitive�benefits�you are accustomed to. We encourage a healthy�work-life balance�for all employees! ABOUT US� ADS offers a myriad of programs and services to assist older adults and people with disabilities. Our programs, policies and practices are designed to:� Deliver integrated aging and disability services responsive to the needs of Connecticut citizens; Provide leadership on aging and disability issues statewide;� Provide and coordinate aging and disability programs and services in the areas of employment, education, independent living, accessibility and advocacy;� Advocate for the rights of Connecticut residents with disabilities and older adults; and� Serve as a resource on aging and disability issues at the state level.
Selection Plan
FOR ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING:� Please visit our 'Applicant Tips on How to Apply' page. In order to be considered for this job opening you must be a current State of CT employee of the agency listed above 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. Please Note:�In order to receive educational credits toward qualification for this job posting, 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 recruiter listed on this job posting. TO APPLY In order to be considered for this job opening, you must meet the Minimum Qualifications as listed on the job opening. The minimum experience and training requirements must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.� You must specify your qualifications on your application. You will be unable to make revisions once you submit your application for this posting to the JobAps system. In order to comply with�Public Act 21-69, the State of Connecticut is no longer asking for resumes during the initial application process. All application materials must be received by the recruiting agency by the time specified on the job opening for the position for which you are applying. Late applications may not be submitted and will not be considered. Exceptions are rare and limited to documented events that incapacitate a candidate during the entire duration of the job posting time period. It is the candidate’s obligation and responsibility to request an exception and provide a legally recognized justification to accommodate such exception. Requests should be made to�DAS.SHRM@ct.gov. This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules. AFTER YOU APPLY� Although applicants will�receive correspondence via email, as a backup they are also encouraged to sign on to their Personal Status Board on a daily basis to monitor their status, view all emailed notices and complete tasks required in the recruitment process. This posting�may require completion of additional referral questions (RQs). You can access these RQs via an email that will be sent to you after the posting's closing date or by visiting your JobAps Personal Status Board (Certification Questionnaires section). Your responses to these RQs must be submitted by the question's expiration date. Please regularly check your email and JobAps Personal Status Board for notifications. Please check your SPAM and/or Junk folders on a daily basis in the event an email provider places auto-notification emails in a user's spam. NOTE:�At any point during the recruitment process, applicants may be required to submit additional documentation which support their qualification(s) for this position. These documents may include: a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the discretion of the hiring agency. The immediate�vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class. Interviews�will be limited to candidates whose experience and training most closely meet the requirements of the position. 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 which is available at�www.ct.gov/ethics. 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. If you have any questions pertaining to this recruitment, please contact Jensine Tran at�jensine.tran@ct.gov.�
PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)
In a state agency this class is accountable for independently performing the most complex tasks in carrying out and maintaining a complex clerical processing service having a statewide impact. Services which have a statewide impact are defined as services which directly reach and assist members of the general public.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Performs the most complex duties related to an agency’s clerical processing functions; Examines incoming materials for accuracy, completeness and conformance to state statutes and regulations; Makes corrections and/or additions; Devises follow up procedures to efficiently and effectively carry out activities; Initiates and maintains communications with a wide variety of resources to verify information�and complete transactions including other state employees, offices and outside officials such as attorneys, judicial and social welfare officials or representatives; Interprets and applies state statutes and regulations relating to the particular processing service; Makes decisions as to case status, transaction permissibility or admissibility; Responds to internal and external inquiries for information and assistance; Sets up and maintains office procedures, filing and indexing systems and forms for office use�and to meet recurring needs; Maintains calendars of due dates and initiates recurring work or special clerical projects accordingly; Maintains records and logs; Prepares status or statistical reports related to processing function; Assists in maintaining general files in support of processing function; Initiates correspondence in carrying out duties; Types correspondence, forms, file documentation, etc. in support of processing function; May process fees and maintain financial records; May lead lower level clerical employees assisting in carrying out processing responsibilities; Performs related duties as required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY
Knowledge of office systems and procedures; Skills interpersonal skills; oral and written communication skills; Ability to compose effective correspondence and forms; read, comprehend and apply laws, regulations, and procedural guidelines; organize and coordinate workflow; articulate ideas and information effectively; perform research assignments; devise and maintain record keeping and filing systems; examine documents for accuracy and completeness; operate office equipment including computers, tablets, and other electronic equipment; operate office suite software.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE
Three (3) years of clerical work experience.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SPECIAL EXPERIENCE
One (1) year of the General Experience must have involved a full range of clerical duties as an Office Assistant, Interpreter Clerk or its equivalent.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED
College training 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 with individuals with visual disabilities or blindness Experience reviewing incoming materials for accuracy, completeness and conformance to state statutes and regulations Experience making decisions as to case status, transaction permissibility or admissibility Experience initiating and maintaining communications with a wide variety of resources to verify information and complete transactions including other state employees, offices and outside officials such as attorneys, judicial and social welfare officials or representatives Experience creating follow up procedures to carry out activities Experience preparing status or statistical reports related to processing functions
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.
Salary : $53,900 - $70,484