Title:  Substance Abuse Program Manager - Limited Service

Overview

The VT Department of Health Division of Substance Abuse Programs is seeking a Program Manager to manage a complex cooperative agreement with the CDC focused on activities to prevent drug overdoses. Responsibilities include identifying, negotiating, and managing funded activities, coordinating activities between partners, and managing the budget and CDC reporting and communication. Experience managing large federal agreements is preferred; excellent organizational and interpersonal skills are needed.

Who May Apply

This position, Substance Abuse Program Manager - Limited Service (Job Requisition #18787), is open to all State employees and external applicants.

It is a Limited Service position, which is non-tenured and authorized for a specific period of time. Limited Service positions are established for specially funded projects or programs. 
If you would like more information about this position, please contact Anne.VanDonsel@vermont.gov.
Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail.  You must apply online to be considered.
Please note that multiple positions in the same work location may be filled from this job posting.

 

AHS BACKGROUND CHECKS:  Candidates must pass any level of background investigation applicable to the position.  In accordance with AHS Policy 4.02, Hiring Standards, Vermont and/or national criminal record checks, as well as DMV and adult and child abuse registry checks, as appropriate to the position under recruitment, will be conducted on candidates, with the exception of those who are current classified state employees seeking transfer, promotion or demotion into an AHS classified position or are persons exercising re-employment (RIF) rights.

Class Definition

Planning, coordination, administrative and policy development work at a professional level involving implementation and evaluation of programs to enhance state wide substance abuse programming. Duties are performed with considerable latitude for independent judgment and professional expertise, and with Department of Health and Division of Alcohol and Drug Abuse Programs staff to ensure excellence in promotion and integration of substance abuse services across the department and with partners in AHS, other agencies, and the medical community. Coordinates program initiatives consistent with departmental priorities and manages and directs activities. Supervises a wide range of activities over multiple contractors. Work is performed under the general direction of the ADAP senior staff, the ADAP Division Director, and the VDH Deputy Commissioner of Alcohol and Drug Abuse Programs. All employees of the Agency of Human Services perform their respective functions adhering to four key practices: customer service, holistic service, strength-based relationships and results orientation.

Environmental Factors

Work is performed primarily in a standard office setting. Some travel is necessary for which private means of transportation is required. Some evening or weekend work may be required. Incumbents frequently need to attend a variety of meetings with federal, state and local officials, legislators, advocacy groups, service providers, and others, occasionally under stressful conditions.

Minimum Qualifications

Master's degree in public health or a human services field AND two (2) years or more of experience at a professional level in public health, health care administration, or a closely related field, INCLUDING one (1) year or more in program administration.

OR

Bachelor's degree in public health or a human services field AND four (4) years or more of experience at a professional level in public health, health care administration, or a closely related field, INCLUDING two (2) years or more in program administration.

OR

Associate's degree in public health or a human services field AND six (6) years or more of experience at a professional level in public health, health care administration, or a closely related field, INCLUDING three (3) years or more in program administration.

OR

High school diploma or equivalent AND eight (8) years or more of experience at a professional level in public health, health care administration, or a closely related field, INCLUDING four (4) years or more in program administration.

Total Compensation

As a State employee you are offered a great career opportunity, but it's more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation, including:

• 80% State paid medical premium
• Dental Plan at no cost for employees and their families
• Flexible Spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
• Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan
• Work/Life balance: 11 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan; many jobs also allow for a flexible schedule
• Low cost group life insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Incentive-based Wellness Program
• Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

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Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status. The State’s employment decisions are merit-based. Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.