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Awards and Recognition

CT State is proud to be recognized for its commitment to student success, affordability, and inclusive excellence through these national awards and designations.

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Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSI)

As of 2025, the CT State campuses of Capital, Gateway, Housatonic, Naugatuck Valley, Norwalk and Tunxis were officially designated as Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs). Manchester, Middlesex and CT State as-a-whole also meet the Hispanic enrollment threshold and will pursue the designation. This federal status is awarded to not-for-profit colleges where at least 25% of the full-time equivalent undergraduate enrollment is Hispanic. This recognition highlights the college's commitment to serving a diverse student body and ensures these campuses meet rigorous criteria for supporting Hispanic student success. Browse the full list of institutions.

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Military Friendly® Schools

For the 2024-2025 academic year, CT State Middlesex and Three Rivers earned the prestigious Military Friendly® School Gold designation, placing them in the top ten percent of schools nationwide. Middlesex further achieved a "Gold Top 10" designation for 2025, while Asnuntuck also received a Military Friendly® School designation. These honors are awarded to institutions that meet high thresholds for student veteran retention, graduation, job placement and persistence, helping service members and their families identify the best colleges for their civilian career goals. Learn more about CT State Middlesex being named a Top 10 Military Friendly School.

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Top Community College Ranking

In 2024, CT State was ranked third in the nation by WalletHub, a financial website, in its annual report on the best community colleges in the U.S. The ranking is determined by an analysis of 653 community colleges across 18 metrics of cost and quality, including tuition rates, student-faculty ratios, and graduation outcomes, reflecting CT State's commitment to delivering high-quality, affordable education. Military Friendly Logo

Higher Education Community College Excellence Award

CT State was awarded a 2024 Higher Education Community College Excellence Award from Insight into Diversity Magazine -- the leader in advancing best practices in DEI (diversity, equity, and inclusion) in higher education.

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Recruitment and Talent

Build the Future of Connecticut

Mission-Driven Community Across Twelve Campuses

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CT State offers competitive pay, outstanding state benefits and the opportunity to positively impact the lives of our students. We're committed to fostering a multicultural and inclusive workplace that recognizes and embraces talents of our workforce.

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Welcome to Connecticut State Community College, or a CT State, as we like to call it.

We're right here in awesome Connecticut. And get this.

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Exterior shots of Connecticut State Community College campuses. Brick academic buildings with large windows. Blue and white campus signage reads “CT State.” Students walk along paved paths carrying backpacks.

We're one big college with 12 main campuses all over the state.

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Students sit at outdoor tables studying together. A faculty member stands at the front of a classroom, gesturing toward a screen while students take notes.

Think of it as a connected network where you can make a real impact right in your backyard.

We're a public two-year college that is seriously diverse.

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Inside a bright hallway, students of various ages and ethnicities walk and talk. In a science lab, a professor in professional attire demonstrates equipment while students observe.

You'll meet people from all walks of life.

Plus, our professors and staff are passionate about what they do

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Close-up of a staff member smiling while speaking with a student at a front desk. The student nods. Cut to a small group discussion in a classroom — students lean in, engaged.

and genuinely care about helping you and each other succeed.

We're also a major player in boosting

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Footage of Connecticut workplaces, including healthcare and technical settings. Individuals in scrubs and safety gear work with equipment, suggesting workforce training and career pathways.

Connecticut's growth, and you could be part of that. Want a job where you actually matter?

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A staff meeting in a conference room. Employees of different backgrounds sit around a table reviewing papers and laptops. A faculty member meets one-on-one with a student in an advising office.

At CT state, you'll find a place where you can grow your skills, connect with a supportive crew who's got your back, and make a real difference in students' lives and the Connecticut community.

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On-camera interview.

Anarelis Cruz appears seated in an office. She is a Latina woman with long dark hair, wearing professional attire. She smiles warmly while speaking directly to camera. Behind her are office furnishings and campus décor.

Lower-third text appears identifying her by name and role.

Cutaway shots show students walking outside, faculty speaking with students in hallways, and staff assisting at desks.

 

Hola. I am Anarelis Cruz.

I am a proud Latina and currently the executive assistant to the campus President at CT State Tunxis. Previously, I was an alumnus at Manchester Community College. One of the things that I love about CT State is the diversity that we have here and the opportunity that we have to give back to faculty, staff and students, and I am so passionate about education and students, and I love giving back to each student, maybe in a way that wasn't given to me when I was in that situation. So I'm excited to give back, and I look forward to working with you. You can see the impact of your work every day.

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Montage of collaborative work environments. Staff members type at computers, review documents together, and speak in small group meetings. A faculty member gestures while explaining something to colleagues.

We're all about our team and are always on the lookout for fresh talent to join our family.

You'll have tons of chances to contribute your unique skills and shine as we keep building our success story.

We're looking for people who are genuinely excited about what they do and vibe with what CT State stands for.

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On-camera interview.

Tracy Dixon appears seated indoors against a neutral background. She is a white woman with shoulder-length hair wearing professional attire. She looks directly at the camera while speaking.

Lower-third text identifies her by name and title.

Cutaways show students in classrooms, a hallway scene with students walking between classes, and a close-up of a student listening attentively.

 

Hi. My name is Tracy Dixon. I'm the campus advising lead at CT State Three Rivers. I started at CT State Three Rivers, about 11 years ago as a EA part time. I was a student at Middlesex Community College a gazillion years ago, and I tell anyone who will listen that my community college education completely changed the course of my life.

It opened up doors that I couldn't have even conceived of, things I didn't even know were possible. And so to come back and work here now to support students in the way I was supported as a student is just it's remarkable.

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Text fills the screen: “Check out why working at CT State could be your next power move.”

Background visuals show campus exteriors.

 

Check out why working at CT State could be your next power move.

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“Payday and sweet benefits.”
“Competitive salaries.”
“Awesome state benefits.”

Behind the text, staff members work at desks and speak with colleagues.

Text reads:
“Great health coverage.”
“Solid retirement plans.”
“Paid time off.”
“Tuition and fee waivers.”

Visuals show campus offices and employees collaborating.

 

 

Payday and sweet benefits.

We're talking competitive salaries that help you live your best life.

Plus, awesome state benefits.

Think great health coverage.

Solid retirement plans for your future.

Plenty of paid time off to recharge and explore.

Plus, tuition and fee waivers.

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Text: “Be a force for good.”

Students sit in classrooms. A faculty member assists a student with coursework.

 

Be a force for good.

You'll directly help students achieve their goals and make a positive impact on individuals and communities across Connecticut.

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Text: “See the difference you make firsthand.”

Close-up of a student smiling while speaking with an advisor.

 

See the difference you make firsthand. Shape the future workforce. CT State offers programs that help Connecticut residents and businesses thrive.

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Text: “Shape the future workforce.”

Students participate in hands-on technical training. Close-up of equipment and students working under instructor supervision.

 

You'll be part of equipping people with the skills they need for the future. A place where everyone belongs.

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Text: “A place where everyone belongs.”

A diverse group of staff and students stand together smiling. Individuals of different ages, races, and genders interact in shared spaces.

Text continues:
“Multicultural and inclusive workplace.”

 

We're building a multicultural and inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome, respected, and can bring their whole selves to work.

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Text: “Your unique perspective matters here.”
“Good vibes and a supportive team.”

Employees sit in a team meeting. Several nod and take notes. The tone is collaborative and welcoming.

 

Your unique perspective matters here. Good vibes and a supportive team.

We're all about a supportive community where you can grow, feel good, and collaborate with a diverse group of people who are passionate about what they do. We've got your back.

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On-camera interview.

Sam appears indoors. He is a white man wearing professional attire. He smiles gently while speaking. Background shows campus interior space.

Cutaways include faculty working together in offices and students in classrooms. Staff members interact warmly with students.

 

Hello, my name is Sam and I'm an employee at CT State Community College Tunxis.

I've been there since 2006, after I dropped out of college and moved across the country. After I did a little bit of self-discovery, I came back to Connecticut and found my local community college. It was really a support system that I didn't even know I needed.

 

Really, what I believe is that we put the community in community college. The faculty are extremely collaborative and helpful. The staff are really friendly and the students are really the main reason why I still enjoy working here all these years.

Connecticut State Community College helped me find my path, and I enjoy helping everybody find theirs.

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Wide campus exterior shots. Students walk between buildings under daylight.

On-screen text displays the website:
“Explore career opportunities at www.ct.edu/hr/jobs”

 

Ready to jump in and make a difference?

Explore career opportunities at www.ct.edu/hr/jobs

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Closing text appears:

“So what are you waiting for?”
“Join us at CT State.”
“Your work matters.”
“Your growth is supported.”
“Your impact is felt every single day.”

Final wide shot of campus exterior. Music swells and gently fades out.

 

So what are you waiting for?

Join us at CT State and be part of something meaningful where your work matters.

Your growth is supported and your impact is felt every single day.

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Join Our Team

With more than 4,600 positions across CT State — including over 1,900 full-time and 2,700 part-time roles — there’s a great chance you’ll find the right opportunity to grow your career and make an impact.

As the largest community college in New England, CT State serves students through 12 main campuses and several satellite locations across the state. We are proud to be part of the Connecticut State Colleges and Universities system, working together to provide accessible, high-quality education that strengthens our communities and workforce.

Whether your passion is teaching and supporting student success, advancing workforce development, engaging students in campus life, providing academic or administrative support or ensuring our campuses and facilities operate efficiently and safely, we invite you to explore joining our team.

Career opportunities are updated regularly. Explore current openings and apply today to become part of CT State's dynamic and growing community.

Application Process

We strive to make the application process as seamless and accessible as possible. Our goal is to attract talented, dedicated individuals who are committed to student success and community impact.

At CT State, we are committed to advancing access, equity and excellence in higher education. We support continuous learning, encourage innovation and empower our employees to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our students and communities.

Our full-time and part-time faculty and staff each play a vital role in advancing student success and community impact. From classroom instruction and academic advising to operational excellence and frontline campus support, every position contributes to creating accessible, high-quality educational experiences across our statewide community.

To become a part of our community, search the current job listings below.

FACULTY

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STAFF

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PART-TIME

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SUPPORT STAFF

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CT State Advantages and Benefits

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  • Comprehensive Healthcare
  • Secure Retirement

  • Retirement and Pension Options

  • Supplemental Benefits

  • Generous Paid Time Off and Holidays

  • Professional Development and Tuition Assistance

  • Supportive Work-Life Balance

Learn More About Our Campuses

With twelve campuses and several satellite learning centers, no matter where you are in the state, there's somewhere close by where you can start or continue your higher educational journey!

Equity is Our Collective Responsibility

Commitment to hiring that reflects 30,000+ students.

CT State commits to bold and disruptive change by actively identifying, naming and dismantling structural racism, systemic poverty and other barriers; establishing equitable and anti-racist policies and practices; and empowering students, faculty, staff and administrators to advance racial, social and economic justice. Our core collective responsibility is to continuously assess practices and policies and transform the world we live in by eliminating inequities.

Recruitment Team

Management

Christie Higney, HR Manager for Recruitment and Talent

Recruiters

  • Sheila Antonacci
  • Luisa Duluc
  • Robert Kizer
  • Samantha Pugh

Recruitment Assistants

  • Nicole Creary
  • Elizabeth Federico
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¡Bienvenidos a CT State!

Sonrisas de estudiante hispana [bootstrap-filled--people]

Introducción

Contamos con personal disponible para ayudar a los estudiantes y sus familias que prefieren comunicarse en español. Acuda al Centro de Inscripción One Stop de su campus para obtener ayuda. 

En CT State nos enorgullece abrir nuestras puertas a todos los miembros de la comunidad, brindando servicio a estudiantes de más de 40 países que hablan muchos idiomas diferentes, siendo el español el más hablado.

A medida que la población hispanohablante de Connecticut sigue creciendo, CT State se compromete a brindar servicio a esta comunidad, teniendo en cuenta que un número significativo de nuestros estudiantes son bilingües y que el español es el idioma principal en muchos hogares.

Programas de inglés para hablantes de otros idiomas (ESOL)

CT State ofrece programas con y sin créditos para estudiantes que desean mejorar su dominio del inglés para tener éxito en la universidad o en su carrera profesional. 

Nuestros cursos sin créditos le ayudan a reforzar las habilidades esenciales del inglés, incluidas la lectura, la escritura, la gramática, la expresión oral y la comprensión auditiva, mientras que nuestro certificado de dominio avanzado del inglés, de 21 créditos, le ayudará a crecer personal y profesionalmente, al tiempo que proporciona a los empleadores una prueba clara de su dominio del inglés. También puede utilizar este certificado en su país de origen para demostrar su nivel avanzado de estudio y logros en inglés.  

Cómo obtener un título o certificado cuando el inglés no es su idioma principal

Los estudiantes matriculados en cursos con créditos deben tener un nivel definido de dominio del inglés, ya que el verdadero éxito universitario requiere fluidez en lectura, escritura y comprensión auditiva. Si el inglés no es su lengua materna, es posible que tenga que realizar una prueba de nivel para determinar si debe cursar inglés para hablantes de otras lenguas (ESOL) antes de seguir otros cursos o programas. 

Obtenga más información sobre la prueba de nivel ESOL

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Asistencia para estudiantes internacionales con visado F-1

Los estudiantes internacionales con visado F-1 deben cumplir ciertos requisitos adicionales para ser admitidos en CT State. Nuestra página web para estudiantes internacionales le guiará a través del proceso de matriculación y le proporcionará información útil durante su estancia en CT State. 

Aviso Permanente de No Discriminación

CT State Community College no discrimina por motivos de edad, ascendencia, color, origen nacional, identidad o expresión de género, información genética, discapacidad de aprendizaje, estado civil, discapacidad intelectual, discapacidad física (incluida, entre otras, la ceguera), historial actual o pasado de discapacidad mental, antecedentes penales, raza, credo religioso, sexo (incluido el embarazo y el acoso sexual), orientación sexual, represalias por haberse opuesto anteriormente a la discriminación o la coacción, condición de veterano, víctimas de violencia doméstica, agresión sexual y/o tráfico de personas, o cualquier otra clase protegida por el gobierno federal o estatal en su empleo, programas y actividades, a menos que las disposiciones del Artículo 46a-80(b) o 46a-81(b) de las Leyes Generales de Connecticut sean determinantes o existan requisitos profesionales genuinos que excluyan a personas de uno de los grupos protegidos anteriormente mencionados. Para obtener la versión completa de la política, visite ct.edu/files/pdfs/4.13-Interim-Connecticut-State-Colleges-and-Universities-Discriminatory-Harassment-Nondiscrmination-Title-IX-Policy.pdf

La siguiente persona ha sido designada para responder a las consultas relacionadas con las políticas y procedimientos de no discriminación: Nicholas D'Agostino, Director de Equidad y Derechos Civiles, con quien se puede contactar por correo electrónico en CTState-CivilRights@ct.edu.

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Launch Your Leadership Journey

A Women’s Leadership Program

Are you ready to grow your confidence,
find your voice and define your leadership identity?

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The Launch Your Leadership Journey is an interactive, selective women’s leadership program designed for students who want to better understand themselves as leaders and build skills they can use in school, work and life.

The program supports students in developing confidence, clarity and practical leadership skills. Through interactive sessions, reflection and real-world application, participants will strengthen their leadership identity and put learning into action.

Program Dates

  • March 27
  • April 10
  • April 17
  • April 24
  • April 28

Fridays, 1-4 p.m. and one student-led morning event (10 a.m.-12 p.m.). Must attend all sessions.

Program Location

CT State Asnuntuck,
170 Elm Street, Enfield, CT 06082

Please note that all sessions are in-person.

Application Deadline

February 27, 2026

Applications will be reviewed after this date and selected students will be contacted for a brief phone interview.

Apply Now

Questions?

Contact Barbara Walton at Barbara.walton@lhh.com 

What You’ll Gain

  • Greater self-awareness and confidence
  • Tools for courageous communication and navigating conflict
  • A stronger sense of your leadership identity
  • Practical skills in networking, branding, and professional presence
  • Real-world leadership experience by planning and hosting a leadership event

Program Highlights

  • Four interactive Friday afternoon sessions
  • Guest speakers and leadership coaches
  • Small-group discussions and hands-on activities
  • Personal leadership self-assessment
  • Capstone experience: Students plan and lead a Coffee Conversations leadership event
  • No Program Fee: Program is hosted and funded by the Asuntuck Foundation and the Carol Rivest Memorial Foundation

Session Topics Include

  • What leadership really looks like (and how it shows up in you)
  • Conflict, courage and communication
  • Using your voice with confidence
  • Personal branding, resumes and using LinkedIn
  • Financial wellness and mental well-being
  • Leadership as a lifelong journey

Who Should Apply?

This program is for students who:

  • Are curious about leadership (no title required!)
  • Want to build confidence and self-awareness
  • Are open to reflection, conversation and growth
  • Want to connect with other motivated students and mentors

Apply Now

Apply to the Program

Please fill out the form below by February 27, 2026 to apply to this year's Launch Your Leadership Journey program.

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  • I understand this is a selective program with limited enrollment.
  • I am willing to actively participate and engage in all program activities.
  • I can commit to attending all scheduled in-person sessions.
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