Title:  UC Program Administrator II

Overview

The Department of Labor is seeking a motivated individual to provide technical, supervisory, and administrative support for the Vermont Department of Labor's Unemployment Insurance Call Center. This involves supervising day-to-day operations, oversight of claims intake, special programs, creating and updating unit procedures, along with participating in the development, refinement, and implementation of automated systems.

Who May Apply

This position, UC Program Administrator II (Job Requisition #49336), is open to all State employees and external applicants.
If you would like more information about this position, please contact kristine.murphy@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 standard office setting. Good human relations skills are needed to deal with upset or irate employers and claimants. Occasional travel may be required for which private means of transportation must be available.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree AND EITHER one (1) year or more in unemployment compensation, employment services, labor/industrial relations, or legal work that includes one year or more of supervisory experience OR one (1) year or more in the field of human resources with a concentration in benefits or labor relations, investigations, or federal/state unemployment compensation laws and regulations that includes one year or more of supervisory experience.

OR

Associate's degree AND EITHER three (3) years or more in unemployment compensation, employment services, labor/industrial relations, or legal work that includes one year or more of supervisory experience OR three (3) years or more in the field of human resources with a concentration in benefits or labor relations, investigations, or federal/state unemployment compensation laws and regulations that includes one year or more of supervisory experience.

OR

High School diploma or equivalent AND EITHER five (5) years or more in unemployment compensation, employment services, labor/industrial relations, or legal work that includes one year or more of supervisory experience OR five (5) years or more in the field of human resources with a concentration in benefits or labor relations, investigations, or federal/state unemployment compensation laws and regulations that includes one year or more of supervisory experience.

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.