Title:  Director of DFR Policy

Overview

The Vermont Department of Financial Regulation is looking for a Director of Policy.  This position is integral to the development and implementation of Department policy and legislative objectives. You'll interface with the Legislature, the Governor's Office, federal/state governmental entities, and external constituencies regarding the public policies of the Department. In consultation with the Commissioner and deputy commissioners, the Director Of Policy articulates the scope, direction, and priorities for major legislative projects and planning.  In this role, you will recommend and coordinate decisions when it requires the agreement of other senior managers, other stakeholders, or legislative representatives both internally and externally.

 

The role is a hybrid role requiring a presence at the state house during the legislative session.

 

Work is performed under the direction of the Department's Commissioner.

Who May Apply

This position, Director of DFR Policy (Job Requisition #51708), is open to all State employees and external applicants.

If you would like more information about this position, please contact Amanda.Smith@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.

Environmental Factors

Duties are performed in a standard office setting or in the Legislature during the legislative session. Limited state travel may be involved for which private means of transportation may be required. Quick deadlines for important reports and need for sensitive communication under challenging and difficult situations may be required. Interacts and communicate directly with senior Department leaders, state and federal government administrators, staff, legislators and constituents under stressful conditions. Must manage many complex administrative and policy related issues at once, including intense interactions with a variety of constituents and deadline pressures.

Minimum Qualifications

Jurist Doctorate or Master's degree AND three (3) years or more of experience at a professional level in the field of law, public policy or governmental relations.

 

OR

 

Bachelor's degree AND five (5) years or more of experience at a professional level in the field of law, public policy or governmental relations.

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: 11 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.