Title: Fish and Wildlife Facilities and Lands Coordinator - Limited Service

Application Deadline Date: 08/03/2026

Req ID: 55420

Department: Fish & Wildlife

Location:

Montpelier, VT, US

Position Type: Limited Service

Schedule Type: Full Time

Minimum Salary: $29.73

Maximum Salary: $46.49

Overview

The Vermont Department of Fish and Wildlife is seeking applications for a Facilities and Lands Coordinator to work in the Fish and Wildlife regional office located in Montpelier, Vermont. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated professional to help maintain and enhance boating access throughout the state.

Plans, budgets, obtains permits and oversees new construction and ongoing maintenance at all Fish & Wildlife Fishing Access Areas statewide. Plans, develops, and implements Fishing Access Area plans and programs; reviews and analyses proposed projects and plans for consistency with policies, statutes, regulations and rules, and for environmental impact; researches, collects, analyses, and enters information into, and maintains, data bases, and writes reports; reviews and processes grant applications; and prepares, develops and presents informational and educational materials. Responds to encroachment issues on Fishing Access Area properties. Manages pass-through grants for Boating Infrastructure Grants and Clean Vessel Act. Oversees operations at four Department owned shooting ranges. Researches engineering and administrative issues. Develops and maintains technical and administrative expertise in assigned programs. Provides expert opinion, advice and training to Department management and staff, outside parties and the public on assigned programs. Prepares annual reports for Federal Aid and manages related grant agreements. Trains staff, and represents the state in public meetings, in legal proceedings and to regional and national organizations. Develops and implements technical and administrative program changes. Performs related duties as required.

Work requires a high degree of independence and initiative under the general direction of the Lands and Facilities Administrator.

Who May Apply

This position, Fish and Wildlife Facilities and Lands Coordinator - Limited Service (Job Requisition #55420), 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 the duration of this position or other details, please contact Dylan.Smith@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 split between an office and field setting. Fieldwork may occur during all weather conditions and involve traversing rough terrain and bodies of water. Some work outside of regular working hours, including attendance at public meetings, may be required. Strong differences of opinion may be encountered on a regular basis.

Work is performed under the general direction of the Lands and Facilities Administrator. Workstation will be the Fish and Wildlife regional office located at in Montpelier, VT. Typical work schedule is Monday through Friday with a mixture of in-office and fieldwork, but occasional night and weekend work is required. Currently work is hybrid with a requirement for 3 in-office days.

This position does not supervise full-time staff but may supervise seasonal/temporary staff.

Minimum Qualifications

Master’s degree in a natural resources field or a planning field.

OR

Bachelor's degree in a natural resources field or a planning field AND one (1) year of experience in natural resources management or administration, land use planning, engineering, or in the management and administration of public lands.

OR

Associate’s degree in a natural resources field or a planning field AND three (3) years’ experience in natural resources management or administration, land use planning, engineering, or in the management and administration of public lands.

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.