Executive Director

National Electrical Manufactures Assoc; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

The Connecticut General Assembly is seeking a chief administrative officer to lead the implementation of policy decisions and manage legislative operations. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in public administration, exceptional communication skills, and the ability to work effectively with legislators from both parties. This role requires a commitment to customer service and the capacity to oversee a large organization in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Fringe benefit package

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of professional management experience in public administration or government affairs.
• Experience in a high-level administrative position, preferably in a state legislature.
• Ability to work closely with legislators and oversee a large organization.

Responsibilities

• Manage legislative financial, contractual, and personnel operations.
• Act as spokesperson for operational activities and oversee Capitol maintenance.
• Supervise nonpartisan offices and office directors.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Customer Service

Teamwork

Education

Advanced Degree

Job description

The Connecticut General Assembly seeks a dynamic, results oriented, nonpartisan leader to implement policy decisions of the Joint Committee on Legislative Management (JCLM). Responsible for managing the legislative financial, contractual and personnel operations; overseeing the nonpartisan offices and supervising office directors; acting as spokesperson about operational activities for JCLM and the news media; serving as chief administrative officer for the General Assembly; and overseeing the maintenance and security of the Capitol, Old State House, and Legislative Office Buildings.

The successful candidate will have considerable experience in a high level administrative position, preferably in a state legislature; good knowledge and understanding of state government and of the legislative process; ability to work closely with legislators of both political parties; outstanding written and verbal communication skills; a commitment to customer service and teamwork; the ability to function in a fast paced environment; and ability to oversee and coordinate activities of a large organization. Minimum requirements include an advanced degree plus eight (8) years professional management experience in public administration, government affairs, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of experience and training. Competitive salary with a fringe benefit package.