Title:  Public Health Program Manager I - Limited Service

Overview

The Vermont Department of Health's Division of Substance Use Programs (DSU) is currently seeking a highly organized and enthusiastic individual to support the Recovery Unit as a Public Health Program Manager 1 focused on substance use recovery. 

This position will work closely with Vermont's Recovery Service Organizations. Duties of this position include, but are not limited to, subrecipient grant management with at least 6 Recovery Service Organizations, providing technical assistance to Vermont's Recovery Service Organizations, contract management, and federal grant reporting. This position will also support the initial and renewal Recovery Service Organization Certification processes. 

DSU is currently engaged in a process to integrate specific recovery services as Medicaid billable services. This position will support these efforts including, but not limited to, gathering information from partners on current system processes, supporting the development of the recovery services Medicaid benefit, supporting the development of Medicaid payment model and systems for the recovery services benefit, technical assistance to Recovery Service Organizations for implementation of the Medicaid benefit, monitoring and oversight of Medicaid covered services and other duties as assigned. 

This position reports to the Director of Recovery Services.

Who May Apply

This position, Public Health Program Manager I - Limited Service (Job Requisition #52168), 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 nicole.rau@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 in both a standard office and field settings. Private means of transportation must be available for required travel. Stress may be anticipated in dealing with emotional situations involving application of programs, especially in dealing with families and in the allocation of program resources.

Minimum Qualifications

Master’s degree in public health, public administration, business administration, environmental science, emergency response, human services, social sciences related fields or health-related fields AND one (1) year or more of experience in public health or human services related programmatic work including experience leading a team or project.

OR

Bachelor’s degree in public health, public administration, business administration, environmental science, emergency response, human services, social sciences related fields or health-related fields AND two (2) years or more of experience in public health or human services related programmatic work including experience leading a team or project.

OR

Two (2) years or more of experience as a Public Health Specialist II.

OR

One (1) year or more of experience as Public Health Specialist III.

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.