Title: Financial Administrator III - Limited Service

Application Deadline Date: 02/12/2026

Req ID: 54288

Department: Public Safety

Location:

Waterbury, VT, US

Position Type: Limited Service

Schedule Type: Full Time

Minimum Salary: $29.15

Maximum Salary: $45.58

Overview

Are you passionate about serving Vermonters and making a meaningful impact across the state? The Department of Public Safety (DPS) is looking for a motivated, detail-oriented professional to join our Grants Management Unit as a limited service Financial Administrator III.

In this role, you'll play a key part in managing critical FEMA grant programs and state funding that support both disaster and non-disaster initiatives statewide. Your work will contribute to Vermont's preparedness, recovery, and resilience efforts.

This position will:

Manage the financial administration of multiple FEMA grants as well as state funding
Prepare and submit grant applications
Track program finances and ensure accurate financial reporting
Execute subgrant agreements and process subrecipient reimbursement requests
Prepare and submit federal reimbursement draws
Collaborate with internal teams, subgrantees, and federal agency partners
Perform additional related duties as needed

Ideal candidates will possess strong computer skills, including proficiency in Excel, excellent communication and organizational abilities, a collaborative mindset, and comfort working with diverse partners. Experience with the State's PeopleSoft VISION financial system is a plus, but not required.

Work is performed in a standard office setting. The opportunity to telework may be available on a limited basis.

If you're eager to apply your financial expertise to work that truly matters for Vermont communities, we encourage you to apply and join our dedicated public service team.

Who May Apply

This position, Financial Administrator III (#54288), is open to all State employees and external applicants. This is a Limited Service position, which is non-tenured and authorized through 06/30/2028. Limited Service positions are established for specially funded projects or programs.

If you would like more information about this position, please contact Kristine Seipel at kristine.seipel@vermont.gov.

Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.

Environmental Factors

Work is performed in a standard office setting.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in accounting AND one (1) year of accounting experience maintaining, reviewing, analyzing and accounting or financial data and records to ensure compliance with accepted accounting practices and standards

OR

Associate's degree in accounting, business administration, office administration or a related field AND four (4) years of professional experience in accounting, maintaining, reviewing, analyzing and accounting or financial data and records to ensure compliance with accepted accounting practices and standards

OR

High School diploma or equivalent AND five (5) years or more of professional experience in accounting involving maintaining, reviewing, and analyzing accounting or financial data and records to ensure compliance with accepted accounting practices and standards.

OR

Two (2) year as a Financial Administrator II with the State of Vermont.

NOTE: CPA certificate is considered qualifying.

Preferred Qualifications

For some positions preference may be given to applicants with supervisory experience.

Special Requirements

For some positions experience working with the VISION system (VISION is the State of Vermont PeopleSoft financial management system)may be required.

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.