Title:  Compliance and Enforcement Advisor - Limited Service

Overview

The Vermont Department of Health has an exciting opportunity to be a part of the environmental health team that helps protect public health in Vermont. The Compliance & Enforcement Advisor oversees compliance with regulatory requirements at a senior professional level and works on a wide range of complex environmental health enforcement issues, compliance assistance and improvement strategies, and rule writing. The role involves extensive interactions with Division of Environmental Health program managers and field staff, department legal counsel and communications specialists, landlords and business owners, local town officials and state agency partners.

 

The position works on food safety inspection and lodging sanitation violation enforcement, lead poisoning prevention and asbestos law compliance for landlords and contractors, radioactive materials and x-ray instrument inspection compliance, and licensing issues. The position prepares cases for progressive enforcement and referral to the Attorney General's Office. The position also provides technical support, including training and guidance documents to local town officials who manage public health hazards in their communities. 

 

The ideal candidate is a motivated self-starter who works well independently and as part of a team, and has excellent writing and communication skills, and legal, policy and/or regulatory experience. 

 

All employees of the Agency of Human Services perform their respective functions adhering to four key practices:

1. Customer service
2. Holistic service
3. Strengths-based relationships
4. Results orientation

Who May Apply

This position, Compliance and Enforcement Advisor - Limited Service (Job Requisition #54524), 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 Elisabeth Wirsing at elisabeth.wirsing@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.

 

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.

Environmental Factors

Duties are performed largely in an office setting, with some required travel for which private means of transportation must be available. Evening and weekend duty may be necessary.

Stress may be encountered in dealing with a variety of industries and issues, as well as with conflicting opinions. Good human relations skills are needed to deal with sensitive enforcement issues that may evoke strong adversarial opinions which should be positively channeled.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or higher in political science, communication, health, public health, journalism, public relations or related field AND five (5) years or more of experience at a professional level in government relations, communication, public health, health policy, lobbying/advocacy or public relations.

Preferred Qualifications

Law degree

Master's degree in public administration, political science, public health or communication.

Special Requirements

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.

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

Want the specifics? Explore the Benefits of State Employment on our website.

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.