Introduction Are you passionate about a career in public service? Do you want to grow and build in a collaborative team while establishing statewide policies and work on ground-breaking issues? If so, come make an impact by serving your state with the State of CT, Social Equity Council. We invite you to please read the below and apply today! The State of Connecticut, Social Equity Council (SEC) is now accepting applications for an exciting opportunity as a Community Reinvestment Program Manager (State Program Manager) in Hartford, CT.We are seeking a Community Reinvestment Program Manager to join our team and work with state agencies, community members, community-based organizations and other stakeholders to identify areas of opportunity for reinvestment efforts. Through strategic funding, strong partnerships, and measurable outcomes, the Social Equity Council remains focused on transforming communities and expanding pathways to stability, opportunity, and economic mobility across Connecticut's disproportionately impacted areas. The Community Reinvestment Program Manager will work with the SEC team to develop and implement community reinvestment programs intended to lead to long term community transformation within Connecticut's disproportionately impacted areas. This role is critical in supporting our mission to promote equitable economic prosperity and reinvest in communities impacted by the war on drugs.
WHAT WE CAN OFFER:
YOUVisit our State Employee Benefits Overview page! Professional growth and development opportunities A healthy work/life balance to all employeesPOSITION HIGHLIGHTSFull-time, 40 hours per week First shift, 8:00 am to 4:30 pmMonday through Friday schedule
Location:
450 Columbus Boulevard in Hartford, CTThe selected candidate will visit community programs that receive funding. Hybrid-offering a combination of in-office/telework work scheduleTHE ROLEThe Community Reinvestment Program Manager will be responsible for the following: Research and analyze data used to determine reinvestment activities in disproportionately impacted areas. Draft and administer requests for proposals for contractors and grant recipients. Review community reinvestment applications and documentation. Coordinate with other agencies and stakeholders to plan and implement reinvestment and workforce training programs. Coordinate and communicate with state agencies, stakeholders and partners on processing applications, program development and compliance. Contract management of external vendors conducting reinvestment related activities. Plan, execute, and evaluate long-term economic development investments in disproportionately impacted communities. Review and approve financial reports from vendors and grantees. Review and analyze outcome date received from vendors and grantees of community reinvestment programs. Prepare financial and programmatic reports for Council members and external stakeholders. Attend virtual and in-person meetings with stakeholders. Other duties as assigned.
ABOUT US:
The mission of the Social Equity Council (SEC) is to promote equitable economic prosperity by supporting Social Equity Entrepreneurs and reinvesting in communities most impacted by the war on drugs.
PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK):
In a state agency this class is accountable for planning, organizing and directing an agency program and/or project or directing the development and administration of programs within a division. SUPERVISION RECEIVEDReceives administrative direction from an administrative official of higher grade. SUPERVISION EXERCISEDDirects staff as assigned. EXAMPLES OF DUTIESDirects staff and/or operations of an agency program and/or project or division; Coordinates, plans and manages program and/or project activities; Formulates goals and objectives; Develops or assists in development of related policy; Interprets and administers pertinent laws; Provides input or evaluates staff; Prepares or assists in preparation of budget; Maintains contact with individuals within and outside of agency who might impact on program and/or project activities; Serves on committees and/or task forces as required; Speaks before professional and lay groups on subjects related to the agency mission; Leads the recruitment and hiring of staff, including outreach, interview and selection; Performs related duties as required. KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITYConsiderable knowledge ofand ability to apply management principles and practices; relevant state and federal laws, statutes and regulations; project management; principles and practices of business and public administration with emphasis on effective organization, administration and management Considerableinterpersonal skills; oral and written communication skills; Considerable ability to analyze organizational problems and determine effective solutions.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: GENERAL EXPERIENCENine (9) years of professional experience.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
SPECIAL EXPERIENCEOne (1) year of the General Experience must have been in the specific area of assignment.
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SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWEDCollege 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 four (4) years for a Bachelor's degree. A Master's degree in business administration, public administration or a closely related field may be substituted for one (1) additional year of the General Experience. Department of Labor: Two (2) years of experience as an Apprenticeship and Training Program Manager may be substituted for the General and Special Experience. PREFERREDQUALIFICATIONSExperience with report writing and creating presentations. Experience working with diverse communities. Experience in project management. Experience creating and managing grant programs. Experience with contract management and compliance. Experience with Microsoft 365 Teams, Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. ConclusionAN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERThe State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities. ACKNOWLEDGEMENTAs defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.
Location:
Hartford, CTDate Opened 9/26/2026 12:00:00 AMSalary$103,693 - $141,389/year Job TypeOpen to the PublicClose Date 10/13/2026 11:59:00 PM
