Overview
The State of Connecticut, Department of Public Health is hiring!
The State of Connecticut, Department of Public Health (DPH) is seeking a qualified individual to join our team as our Alternative Treatment Systems Program Manager. This position will develop an Alternative Treatment Systems (ATS) program within the Environmental Health and Drinking Water Branch’s Environmental Health Section. Alternative treatment systems utilize advanced mechanical technologies that surpass conventional septic systems in treating wastewater and removing pollutants.
This program will work closely with the Environmental Engineering Program. The ATS Program will address environmental and housing development needs in Connecticut and will help DPH assist with achieving the Governor’s housing development goals and addressing the unique wastewater management challenges in underserved areas.
Please Note: This position is durational with an anticipated end date of June 30, 2028
POSITION HIGHLIGHTS:
Section: Environmental Health and Drinking Water Branch’s Environmental Health Section
Work Schedule: Full-time, first shift, 40 hours per week
Work Hours: Typical work schedule of Monday through Friday 8:00am – 4:30pm.
Location: 410 Capitol Avenue, Hartford, CT | May require both in state and out of state travel
WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU:
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The opportunity 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.
Professional growth and development opportunities.
A healthy work/life balance to all employees.
Under the direct supervision of a Public Health Section Chief, this position will be responsible for duties that will include, but are not limited to, the following:
Developing the ATS program.
Developing regulations and standards for AT system design, installation, and operation.
Establishing a licensure program for installers and operators of AT systems.
Ensure regulatory compliance, performance tracking, and effective enforcement.
Creating a training and certification program for local health officials.
Overseeing the AT technology product review process for new and continued use in Connecticut.
Chairing a Technical Advisory Committee for AT systems.
Supervise and manage program staff.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Develop regulations and standards for Alternative Treatment system design, installation, and operation.
Establish a licensure program for installers and operators of Alternative Treatment systems.
Create and implement a comprehensive training and certification program for health officials.
Oversee the technology product review process for new and existing alternative treatment systems, determining their suitability for use in Connecticut.
Chair a Technical Advisory Committee for Alternative Treatment systems.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Demonstrated experience utilizing leadership and project management skills, particularly in developing programs.
Experience working with Alternative Treatment Systems.
Experience working with Subsurface Sewage Installation.
Experience conducting trainings to diverse groups.
Experience developing regulations and standards.
Experience working with federal, state and local partners to address a public health issue.
Experience convening and chairing advisory committees.
About Connecticut State Dept of Public Health
The Mission of the Department of Public Health (DPH) is to protect and improve the health and safety of the people of Connecticut by:
- Assuring the conditions in which people can be healthy
- Preventing disease, injury, and disability
- Promoting the equal enjoyment of the highest attainable standard of health, which is a human right and a priority of the state.
DPH accomplishes this through the implementation of its Strategic Plan which outlines the actions that DPH is taking to accomplish its Mission.
