Title: Licensing Field Specialist I

Application Deadline Date: 08/26/2026

Req ID: 55480

Department: Children and Families

Location:

Home Based, VT, US

Position Type: Permanent

Schedule Type: Full Time

Minimum Salary: $28.05

Maximum Salary: $43.80

Overview

We are hiring for a Licensing Field Specialist I position. This position works in the Child Care Licensing Unit of the DCF's Child Development Division as a home-based position. Our unit is responsible for regulating center-based child care, afterschool care, family child care, and prekindergarten programs in Vermont. A Licensing Field Specialist I is responsible for:
• Compliance monitoring
• Complaint investigations
• Providing technical assistance, and
• Case managing licenses.

We have a diverse team that relies on teamwork and collaboration. We welcome applicants with different and/or unique backgrounds, experiences, and/or perspectives to join our team. We are seeking an individual who is reliable, takes initiative, manages stress well, is adaptable, and self-motivated. The right candidate will also have strong written and interpersonal communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Candidates will need to be able to use sound judgment to make decisions based on pertinent facts gathered and analyzed. It is required that candidates live in Chittenden, Franklin, or Washington, Addison, or Rutland Counties. If you live in the identified area, have the child development knowledge and expertise as well as skills involved in providing regulatory oversight, and have a confidential space in your home to conduct state business; we invite you to apply for this Licensing Field Specialist I position. If you have questions about this position, please feel free to contact Licensing Supervisor Donna Lopiccolo at donna.lopiccolo@vermont.gov or at (802) 259-2310.

Who May Apply

This position, Licensing Field Specialist I (Job Requisition #55480), is listed as a STATE PROMOTIONAL ONLY posting. Only current State of Vermont employees who have successfully completed an original probationary period OR non-State employees eligible for veteran's preference are eligible to apply for this position. Your application will not be considered if you do not meet one of these requirements.
If you would like more information about this position, please contact Donna.Lopiccolo@vermont.gov
Please note that multiple positions in the same work location may be filled from this job posting.
Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.

Environmental Factors

Duties are performed in a variety of settings ranging from small family childcare home programs to large childcare facilities, offices and courtrooms. Considerable field travel is required for which a State of Vermont vehicle is provided along with a cell phone. An operating home internet connection is required. An ability to set up a workspace within the home that allows the maintenance of confidentiality is also required.

Highly emotional situations and strong differences of opinion will be encountered. Must be adaptable and able to work within tight time limits and under considerable stress. Some evening and weekend work are required.

Minimum Qualifications

Master's Degree or higher in early childhood, elementary education, social work, human services, child development, or related field AND one (1) year or more of experience at a professional level in early childhood or elementary education, regulated childcare, or child welfare involving administration, regulation, supervision and/or teaching.

OR

Bachelor's Degree in early childhood, elementary education, social work, human services, child development, or related field AND two (2) years or more of successful experience at a professional level in early childhood or elementary education, regulated childcare, or child welfare involving administration, regulation, supervision and/or teaching.

OR

Associate degree in early childhood, human services, child development, or related field AND four (4) years or more of successful experience at a professional level in early childhood or elementary education, regulated childcare, or child welfare involving administration, regulation, or supervision and/or teaching.

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 and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
Work/Life balance: 12 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan
State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)
Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan
Tuition Reimbursement
Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
Low cost group life insurance
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.