Agency Information Technology Manager(Core-CT Financials/Supply Chain (FSC))

Introduction

The State of Connecticut, Office of the State Comptroller (OSC) is currently seeking a dynamic business and technology leader for the position of Core-CT Financials/Supply Chain (FSC) Agency Information Technology Manager. Join our team and embark on a rewarding career that offers growth, superlative benefits, and a culture that encourages work/life balance.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

• Comprehensive health and dental insurance, providing you with peace of mind and access to quality healthcare.
• Robust pension plan and supplemental retirement offerings to secure your financial future.
• Generous paid time off, including vacation days, sick leave, personal days, and 13 holidays per calendar year.
• We are an eligible Public Service Loan Forgiveness employer, which means you may be eligible to have qualifying student loans forgiven after 10 years of service.
• A culture that recognizes the importance of work/life balance and offers alternate work schedules and telecommuting options.
• Opportunities to invest in your professional growth and development with training programs, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities for advancement within the State of Connecticut.
• Connecticut is a strong community with a lot to offer in entertainment, food and shopping, recreation in our beautiful state parks and forests, diverse culture, and rich history. Learn more about all Connecticut has to offer.

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

• Full-Time, 40 hours per week
• Monday through Friday
• Location: 165 Capitol Avenue, Hartford, CT 06106
• Hybrid (office/telework) may be available

THIS JOB IS FOR YOU IF

• You have a strong background in state financial policy and business practices, with deep experience in Oracle PeopleSoft and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems integration.
• You’re a seasoned IT leader with both strategic vision and hands-on expertise, ready to oversee and modernize complex public-sector IT operations.
• You thrive on complexity and enjoy shaping the strategy behind enterprise-level financial systems that power essential public services.
• You’ve mastered Core-CT Financials and can confidently lead critical processes like year-end close, purchase order roll, and payroll accounting with precision and foresight.
• You don’t just solve problems, you anticipate them, uncovering root causes and delivering resilient, long-term solutions that reduce risk and improve outcomes.
• You want to do work that matters and want to build a better Connecticut with the Office of the State Comptroller, promoting economic growth, advocating for fiscal control, and championing policies that lower costs.

DISCOVER THE OPPORTUNITY TO

• Perform management responsibilities for the business and functional support teams and Training and Help Desk support staff focused on the delivery of key Financial and Supply Chain (FSC) services within Core-CT. These services include the following modules: eProcurement, Purchasing, Supplier Contracts, Strategic Sourcing, Inventory, Accounts Payable, Asset Management, Accounts Receivable, eSupplier, Billing, Banking, Project Costing, Customer Contracts, Grants Management, General Ledger, and Commitment Control;
• Work closely with OSC management, technology teams, state agencies, vendors, and other business stakeholders;
• Coordinate day-to-day business activities and management of the FSC service delivery team;
• Review and establish system and business priorities to address user-related FSC issues and requests;
• Work directly with technical services teams to ensure system reliability, execution of key business functions, and accuracy of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) data and processes.

ABOUT US

The Office of the State Comptroller (OSC) is an agency whose mission is to provide accounting and financial services, administer employee and retiree benefits, develop accounting policy and exercise accounting oversight, and prepare financial reports for the state, federal and municipal governments, and the public.

We are located in the State Office Building at 165 Capitol Avenue, Hartford, CT. This state-of-the-art building offers free garage parking, an on-site cafeteria, and ergonomic workspaces.

The Information Technology division is an inter-agency team that supports and helps maintain Core-CT, used by over 10,000 state employees for financial, human resources, and payroll functions. The division maintains and upgrades Core-CT, provides analysis, maintains the comptroller’s technical infrastructure, and is responsible for web development for the comptroller’s communication sites. The Core-CT division is responsible for the State of Connecticut's PeopleSoft-based Enterprise Resource Planning system.

Selection Plan

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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. In order to be considered for this job opening you must be a current State of CT employee of the Office of the State Comptroller for at least six (6) months of full-time service or full-time equivalent service, absent any applicable collective bargaining language. 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.
• Preferred Shift/Location: Select all location(s) and shift(s) you are willing to work on your application. Failure to do so may result in not being considered for vacancies in that specific location or shift.
• 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 osc.hr@ct.gov.
• Salary Calculations: For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from one of the three branches of state government (i.e., Executive, Legislative, Judicial) to the other.
• Note: The only way to apply to this posting is via the ‘Apply’ or ‘Apply Online’ buttons on the official State of Connecticut Online Employment Center job posting.

AFTER YOU APPLY

• Referral Questions: This posting may require completion of additional Referral Questions (RQs), which must be completed by the questionnaire’s expiration date. If requested, RQs can be accessed via an email sent to you after the job close date or by visiting your JobAps Personal Status Board (Certification Questionnaires section).
• Prepare For An Interview: Interviews are limited to those whose experience and training are most aligned with the role. To prepare, review this Interview Preparation Guide to make the best impression!
• Candidates who have been selected for employment with the Office of the State Comptroller are subject to a detailed background investigation, including a fingerprint supported state and federal criminal history record check along with reference checks, subject to the provisions of Section 31-51i and conducted in accordance with Section 29-17a of the Connecticut General Statutes. Selection for employment is contingent upon satisfactory completion of the background investigation.
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• The immediate vacancy is listed above, but your application may be considered for future vacancies in this job class.
• Note: This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules. 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, available at www.ct.gov/ethics. 

CONNECT WITH US

• Due to high volume, we are unable to confirm receipt or provide status updates directly. For recruitment updates, please check your Personal Status Board and review our Frequently Asked Questions.
• If you have any questions about this recruitment, please contact Sara Garrett at osc.hr@ct.gov or 860-702-3572.
• Follow the State of Connecticut on LinkedIn to stay updated on our career opportunities and news.

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In a Constitutional Officethis class is accountable for directing the management of all agencyinformation technology systems, applications development, systems maintenanceand related functions.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

• Directs staff and operations of an agency information technology system;
• Coordinates, plans and manages division activities;
• Formulates program goals and objectives;
• Develops or assists in development of related policy;
• Interprets and administers pertinent laws;
• Evaluates staff;
• Prepares or assists in preparation of division budget;
• Maintains contacts with individuals within and outside of division who might impact on program activities;
• Establishes priorities for systems development and information technology projects in accordance with agency requirements;
• Develops plans for future utilization information technology services in overall agency program;
• Ensures development of high quality, low-cost technology solutions aligned with needs of agency;
• Aligns information technology planning with business strategy;
• Leads and influences development of standards and decisions regarding changes to systems/applications;
• Stays abreast of local, regional and national industry trends;
• Coordinates use of key people, resources, technologies, processes and capabilities to reach strategic goals;
• Plans and supports information technology staff development;
• Leverages technological solutions to meet business needs;
• Leads the recruitment and hiring of staff, including outreach, interview and selection;
• Performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

• Considerable knowledge of
  • and ability to apply management principles and practices;
  • relevant state and federal laws, statutes and regulations;
  • information technology methods, techniques and equipment;
• Considerable
  • interpersonal skills;
  • oral and written communication skills;
• Considerable ability to analyze information technology system problems and implement effective solutions.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

Ten (10) years of experience in computer or networkoperations, systems development, information technology analysis and planning.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SPECIAL EXPERIENCE

Three (3) years of the General Experience must have been in a leadcapacity.
NOTE: For state employees this experience isinterpreted at the level of an Information Technology Analyst 3.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED

• College training in management information systems, computer science or an information technology related area 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 management information systems, computer science or electrical engineering may be substituted for one (1) additional year of the General Experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems, including PeopleSoft 9.2 Financials and Supply Chain applications.
• Experience managing the implementation, maintenance, or support of PeopleSoft or comparable ERP systems.
• Experience applying DevOps practices and tools, such as CI/CD, automated testing, or configuration management.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and managing complex IT projects, including setting priorities, overseeing deliverables, and supporting staff development.
• Experience with public sector financial and procurement systems, including applicable state policies and procedures.
• Experience analyzing business processes and requirements to design and implement effective solutions.
• Experience analyzing and resolving technical system issues, including business process optimization and system-level troubleshooting.
• Experience with information technology systems, including data security, reporting tools, and relational databases.
• Experience communicating effectively with a diverse population.

Conclusion

INCOMPLETE APPLICATION PACKAGES AND THOSE RECEIVED AFTER THE CLOSING DATE INDICATED ABOVE WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.

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, veterans, and persons with disabilities. If you are requesting special accommodations under the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) please contact osc.hr@ct.gov or 860-702-3572.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

As defined by Sec.5-196 of the Connecticut GeneralStatutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share generalcharacteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrativepurposes. As such, a job class is notmeant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.