Health And Safety Clerical Seasonal Worker

Recruitment #VR-001

Location:

Newington, CT
Date Opened: 1/8/2026
Salary: $16.94 - $17.00/hour (Maximum hourly rate may be subject to change)
Job Type: Seasonal/Summer
Close Date: 1/28/2026

The State of Connecticut, Department of Transportation (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). accepting applications for Health And Safety Clerical Seasonal Workers in Newington, CT.

• Full Time, Seasonal, 40 hours/week, 8 hours/day.
• Anticipated start date of May 2026, ending by August 31, 2026.
• Monday-Friday, First Shift.
• Positions based in Newington, CT.
• Office/On-Site.

The Health And Safety Clerical Seasonal Workers provide comprehensive clerical and administrative support to the Safety Division, ensuring the accurate processing, organization, and maintenance of safety-related records, documentation, and communications. This position supports the implementation of safety programs, regulatory compliance, coordination, and internal reporting functions critical to the agency’s safety mission.

Safety Administrative Support:

• Supports safety programs, initiatives, and compliance activities.
• Maintains incident reports, training records, logs, and safety documentation.
• Assists with the preparation and distribution of safety communications and bulletins.

Typing & Document Preparation:

• Formats and types correspondence, reports, meeting minutes, and safety materials.
• Proofreads and edits documents for accuracy and consistency.
• Prepares draft correspondence for supervisory review.

Filing & Records Management:

• Designs and maintains organized filing systems (including confidential records).
• Scans, indexes, and retains records per agency retention requirements.
• Maintains safety manuals, reference materials, and guidance documents.

Reporting & Data Support:

• Compiles safety data from standard sources.
• Prepares reports such as incident tracking summaries, training participation logs, and monthly safety activity reports.

Interpersonal & Front-Office Support:

• Answers phones, routes calls, and provides accurate information.
• Greets visitors and coordinates communication with internal and external visitors.

Processing & Coordination:

• Reviews, routes, and prioritizes incoming safety correspondence.
• Coordinates meetings, trainings, and safety events.

Office Management:

• Maintains inventory of safety office supplies and equipment.
• Performs related duties in support of safety operations.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Any experience and training that could reasonably be expected to provide the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed in the job description.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience providing administrative or clerical support within a health, safety, and compliance-based environment.
• Experience in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint), including creating, maintaining, and tracking reports, logs, and databases.
• Experience maintaining confidential records and privacy related to employee health, safety incidents, medical documentation, or claims.
• Experience organizing, filing, and retrieving safety documentation efficiently.
• Experience prioritizing tasks, managing multiple deadlines, and supporting afast-paced safety office.
• Experience assisting with safety training coordination, scheduling, and preparation of presentation materials.
• Experience working independently while contributing as part of a collaborative safety team.

Special Requirements:

• Incumbents assigned to recreational activities must be able to perform emergency first aid as needed; certain positions will require a current Standard First Aid Certificate.
• Incumbents assigned as bus drivers or operators of a motor vehicle must possess and retain a current Connecticut Motor Vehicle Operator License.
• Incumbents may be required to travel.

The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.

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