Secretary 2 (ASL/English Bilingual)
Location Windsor, CT
Date Opened 1/9/2026 12:00:00 AM
Salary $55,248* - $72,247/year (*New state employees start at the minimum)
Job Type Open to the Public
Close Date 1/26/2026 11:59:00 PM
Ready to make a direct impact using your unique skills? Join our team and be a vital part of supporting individuals who are deaf, DeafBlind, and hard of hearing.
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The State of Connecticut, Department of Aging and Disability Services (ADS), is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Secretary 2 to support the day-to-day operations of our team at the Bureau of Services for Persons Who Are Deaf, DeafBlind, and Hard of Hearing. This position requires proven experience in a secretarial role, strong organizational skills, and excellent communication abilities. A key part of this position is to serve as a communication bridge by professionally and effectively communicating in both American Sign Language (ASL) and English. Read below to learn more!
POSITION HIGHLIGHTS:
Location: Windsor, CT
Schedule: Monday - Friday
Hours: Full-time, 40 hours per week, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (First Shift)
Environment: Hybrid
WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU:
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Professional growth and development opportunities.
A healthy work/life balance to all employees.
IN THIS ROLE YOU WILL:
Facilitate seamless communication between staff and external stakeholders using your professional fluency in both American Sign Language (ASL) and English
Provide comprehensive administrative support to ensure the efficient and smooth day-to-day operations of the office
Draft, edit, and proofread a wide range of written materials, including reports, meeting minutes, and professional correspondence
Organize and manage meetings, schedules, and various office procedures to support the team's mission and goals
MORE ABOUT THE AGENCY AND BUREAU:
The Mission of the Department of Aging and Disability Services (ADS) is to maximize opportunities for the independence and well-being of people with disabilities and older adults in Connecticut. Our programs, policies and practices are designed to:
Deliver aging and disability services responsive to the needs of Connecticut citizens
-Provide leadership on aging and disability issues statewide
-Provide and coordinate aging and disability programs and services in the areas of employment, education, independent living, accessibility and advocacy
Advocate for the rights of Connecticut residents with disabilities and older adults
-Serve as a resource on aging and disability issues at the state level
The Bureau of Services for Persons Who Are Deaf, DeafBlind, and Hard of Hearing is a vital office within ADS. Its central mission is to empower individuals who are deaf, DeafBlind, and hard of hearing, ensuring they have the support and tools needed to live full and independent lives. The Bureau works to break down communication barriers by managing a list of qualified interpreters, connecting individuals with essential resources, and providing training to the public and state workers to improve accessibility.
Qualifications & Requirements MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE
Three (3) years of experience above the routine clerk level in office support or secretarial work.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SPECIAL EXPERIENCE
One (1) year of the General Experience must have been as a Secretary 1 or its equivalent.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED
College training in the secretarial sciences 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 two (2) years.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Bilingual in American Sign Language (ASL) and English, with experience communicating across both languages in professional settings
Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams, including scheduling and participating in virtual meetings
Experience in notetaking and drafting meeting minutes
Experience communicating with internal and external stakeholders
Experience compiling and analyzing data
