AOT Manager II - Environmental Policy & Sustainability

Rise Social Inc.; Barre (VT); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Vermont Agency of Transportation is seeking a high-performing AOT Manager II – Environmental Policy & Sustainability to launch and manage sustainability initiatives within the Environmental Policy and Sustainability Program. The role focuses on policy analysis, program management, budgeting, and collaboration with state and federal partners.

Ideal candidates have strong written and verbal communication, experience with GIS, and the ability to coordinate across agencies.

Qualifications

• Associates degree with 5+ years of management in policy rules, planning, evaluation or budget.
• High school diploma with 7+ years of management in policy, planning, evaluation or budget.
• Notes: PE registration may be required for some roles.

Responsibilities

• Establish and execute processes to implement new program initiatives.
• Conduct research and analyses to support policy recommendations and performance reports.
• Manage contractor procurement, budgeting, and invoicing.
• Represent the Agency in meetings with communities and partners; support General Assembly presentations.

Skills

Policy development

Program management

Budgeting

Analyses

Public administration

Geographic Information Systems

Education

Associate Degree

High school diploma with 7+ years in management

Job description

Government Administration Full Time Mid-Senior Level

AOT Manager II - Environmental Policy & Sustainability

Overview

OverviewThe Agency of Transportation's (AOT) Environmental Policy and Sustainability Program is seeking a high-performing, multi-tasking individual to launch and manage sustainability initiatives.There Is An Evolving And Growing Need For Sustainability To Be Considered And Fostered In The Transportation Sector. This Often Generates The Need To Establish, Launch, Implement And Evaluate New Ideas. The Focus Areas Evolve Over Time As New Programs Emerge From Laws Passed By The General Assembly And The Governor, Policies By Administration Or Agency Leadership, Or As The Result Of Federal Laws And Policies. Initiatives May IncludeAccelerating the adoption of electric vehicles through incentives programs and electric vehicle charging deploymentEnergy consumption and/or generationPollution reduction and analysisResilience planningTools development and maintenancePermitting efficiencies and policy development across more traditional environmental topics like land use, water quality, soils, and habitat connectivity.

Responsibilities Include

Establish and execute supporting businesses processes required to implement new program initiatives.Complete research and technical analyses to aid in the development of policy recommendations, reports on performance, and implementation of continuous improvements.Manage contractor and vendor procurement, budget, and invoicing.Foster and maintain positive relationships, and coordinate with Agency staff, other state, federal and local agencies, and stakeholders that are involved with or are affected by the implementation of a new program or initiative.Inform and advise other Agency program leads, and at times leadership, on the development and evaluation of policies and legislative proposals that lead to new programs or initiatives.Represent the Agency at meetings with communities, state and federal agencies, funding partners, and other interested parties.Support the presentation of programmatic and funding information to the General Assembly, and at public hearings and groups as needed.Address media inquiries.

The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment and has experience in technical analyses, geographic information systems, project management and public administration, is a critical thinker, has excellent written and verbal communication skills, and can foster positive working relationships.

Who May ApplyThis position, AOT Manager II - Environmental Policy & Sustainability (Job Requisition #55853), is open to all State employees and external applicants. AOT Manager II (#55853) AOT Manager III (#55866)

Minimum Qualifications

Associate Degree AND five (5) years or more of management experience in one or more the following areas (a) development of program rules and policies; (b) development of long- and short-range goals and plans: (c) program evaluation; or (d) budget preparation OR highway maintenance, engineering, construction, planning or a combination thereof.ORHigh school diploma or equivalent AND seven (7) years or more of management experience in one or more the following areas (a) development of program rules and policies; (b) development of long- and short-range goals and plans: (c) program evaluation; or (d) budget preparation OR highway maintenance, engineering, construction, planning or a combination thereof.

Special Requirements

Note: Some positions may require registration as a Professional Engineer (PE).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 familiesWork/Life balance: 12 paid holidays each year and a generous leave planState 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) planTuition ReimbursementFlexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accountsLow cost group life insuranceIncentive-based Wellness ProgramQualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program