Title:  Director Of Health Equity

Overview

The State of Vermont is seeking a Director for the State's Office of Health Equity to advance health equity across state government. This position will work closely with state agencies, community organizations, and other partners to develop and implement a strategy of health equity for historically marginalized populations, including Black, Indigenous, and People of Color, LGBTQ+ individuals, and those with disabilities.

The ideal candidate will be a proven leader and able to communicate vision and strategy to staff and partners. They will also have an extensive background managing internal and external partnerships with diverse groups of stakeholders, along with program experience in public health with a focus on equity issues.

Responsibilities include:
•    Develop, implement, and oversee a strategic plan that integrates innovative strategies that promote health equity for marginalized and underserved Vermonters. 
•    Provide technical assistance and make recommendations to all branches of government on strategies, policies and practices that embed health equity and social determinants of health principles across state government.
•    Build collaborative partnerships with communities including provision of technical assistance and administration of grants to community-based organizations.
•    Serve as a subject matter expert on committees and task forces including those that address objectives relative to health equity, antiracism and accessibility.
•    Utilize data, both quantitative and qualitative, to better understand marginalized communities' needs, challenges and the disparities that affect their health, mental health and overall well-being.
•    Represent the health equity issues of the people of Vermont across state government and at meetings with external stakeholders and work in collaboration with the Director of the Office of Racial Equity to ensure alignment of goals.
•    Monitor and evaluate cutting-edge strategies related to health equity and keep abreast of pertinent regulations, laws and policies.
•    Perform other related duties.

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. We are seeking people of all genders and backgrounds who are dedicated to improving economic, social, and health conditions for all Vermonters; and are committed to a vision of Vermont that embraces all its citizens. Our work is best when a rich array of voices is included, and a shared mission and values exist. Black, Indigenous, People of Color, people who identify as LGBTQIA+, persons with disabilities, and people from all economic backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Who May Apply

This position, Director Of Health Equity (Job Requisition #51879), is open to all State employees and external applicants.
If you would like more information about this position, please contact sarah.gregorek@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.

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.

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.