Developmental Services Resource Management Specialist

The State of Connecticut, Department of Developmental Services (DDS) - South Region - has a full time job opportunity for a Developmental Services Resource Management Specialist, supporting the Private Administration Division in Norwich, CT.

Position Highlights:

• PCN 22804, First shift, 37.5 hours/week
• Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., hybrid (teleworking) permitted
• However, schedule flexibility is required to meet the needs of the agency

The Role:

This position is in the Private Administration Division and is accountable for reviewing fiscal and operational practices of contracted private agencies to ensure they adhere to fiscal obligations and that quality services are provided to individuals in accordance with Agency standards. The DS Resource Management Specialist will be responsible for the day-to-day coordination of authorizations with private providers. He/she will review and adjust resources of individuals as needed. This may involve many authorization changes based on PRAT funding awards, Utilization review, movement & other factors that impact funding amounts.

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.

Discover the opportunity to:

• Engage in a rewarding career
• Assist our employees so they can achieve success
• Make a difference in the public sector
• Work together in a collaborative team environment

FOR ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING:

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BEFORE YOU APPLY:

• Meet Minimum Qualifications: Ensure you meet the Minimum Qualifications listed on the job opening by the job closing date. You must specify your qualifications on your application. The minimum experience and training requirements listed must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.
• Educational Credits: List your earned credits and degrees from accredited institutions accurately on your application. To receive educational credits towards qualification, 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 contact listed below by the closing date listed on the job posting.
• Resume Policy: Per Public Act 21-69, resumes are not accepted during the initial application process. As the recruitment process progresses, candidates may be required to submit additional documentation to support their qualification(s) for this position. This documentation may include: a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the request and discretion of the hiring agency.
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• Timely Submission: All application materials must be received by the job posting deadline. You will be unable to make revisions once you officially submit your application to the State. Late submissions are rarely accepted, with exceptions only for documented events that incapacitate individuals during the entire duration of the job posting. Request exceptions by emailing

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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.
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