Title:  Executive Staff Assistant

Overview

This position will support the Deputy Commissioner, Chief of Operations, and Executive Services Supervisor and is part of the Administrative Services Division for the Vermont Department of Corrections. This position will perform both general office and executive level administrative tasks as assigned. This is an in-person position.  Writing samples may be required during the interview process.

Who May Apply

This position, Executive Staff Assistant (Job Requisition #50979), is open to all State employees and external applicants.

If you would like more information about this position, please contact Cheyenne.Steventon@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 generally performed in a standard office setting. Some travel may be required for which private means of transportation should be available. Some work outside of regular work schedule may be necessary. Strong differences of opinion may be encountered.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree AND three (3) years or more of experience at a professional level in human resources, program management or operations, or business or public administration.

OR

Master's degree AND one (1) year or more of experience at a professional level in human resources, program management or operations, or business or public administration.

OR

Two years of full-time college coursework OR an associate's degree AND five (5) years or more of experience at a professional level in human resources, program management or operations, or business or public administration.

OR

Seven (7) years or more of experience at a professional level in human resources, program management or operations, or business or public administration

DOC PREA (Prison Rape Elimination Act) Requirements

In accordance with federal regulation, any person applying for employment in the Department of Corrections must provide relevant information.  Previous institutional employers will be contacted and required to provide information regarding substantiated incidences of sexual abuse or resignation during a pending investigation of an allegation of sexual abuse.  By submitting this online job application, you certify all information furnished is true and complete.  The information you provide in accordance with this regulation may be used, and previous employers may be contacted for the purpose of investigating and verifying your work history.

Conviction History Requirements: Candidates who have any felony conviction record or who, within the past five (5) years, have been placed under supervision or sanctioned for a misdemeanor conviction must receive a waiver from the Commissioner of Corrections in order to be considered for employment.  You may access the application and corresponding documents by clicking here.  Once you have completed the application, please send it directly to the hiring manager identified as the contact person in this job posting.

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: 12 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.