DCF Grants and Contracts Manager

State of Vermont; Waterbury (VT); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

80% State paid medical premium

Dental plan

Work/Life balance

State Paid Family and Medical Leave

Pension plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Flexible spending accounts

Wellness program

Job summary

State of Vermont seeks a DCF Grants and Contracts Manager based in Waterbury, with a potential hybrid schedule. The role involves supporting multiple divisions, coordinating with partners, and managing complex grants and contracts.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree or higher and 2+ years of related experience, with strong budgeting, reconciliation, and communication skills. Eligible for the comprehensive total compensation package and state benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience in grants/contracts administration or funding relationships.
• Familiarity with Uniform Guidance and state Bulletins 3.5/5 is a plus.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and juggle multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Support DCF initiatives at the Agency, Department, and Division levels.
• Collaborate with internal and external partners to administer grants and contracts.
• Draft scopes of work and develop detailed agreement materials.
• Maintain robust budgeting and financial reconciliation processes.

Skills

Budgeting

Financial reconciliation

Communication skills

Independent worker

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

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Do you like to write and work with numbers? Do you enjoy working with budgets, spreadsheets, and performance-based data? Would you like to have an impact on the development, safety, well-being, and self-sufficiency of Vermonters? Then the Department for Children and Families' Grants and Contracts Unit may be just the place for you!

We are looking for someone with a keen eye for detail to join our close-knit team. The unit is based out of the Waterbury State Office Complex and while this position is based in Waterbury, there might be an opportunity for a limited hybrid (in office/remote) schedule.

Our Unit is made up of DCF Grants and Contracts Managers, who work closely with internal and external partners to support DCF's initiatives at the Agency, Department, and Division levels (Child Development Division, Disability Determination Services, Economic Services Division, Family Services Division, Office of Economic Opportunities, and the Office of Child Support).

Key qualifications include an understanding of financial reconciliation and budgeting, strength-based customer service, excellent written and oral communication skills, proven ability to work independently and juggle competing demands, flexibility, and willingness to learn. Having experience with Uniform Guidance, the Agency of Administration's Bulletins 3.5 and 5, agreement drafting, or development of detailed scopes of work is a plus!

Who May Apply

This position, DCF Grants and Contracts Manager (Job Requisition #55746), is open to all State employees and external applicants.
If you would like more information about this position, please contact [e-mail]
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.

Duties are performed primarily in a standard office environment as well as in the field, for which private means of transportation must be available. Some evening and weekend work may be necessary. Considerable tact and diplomacy will be required for effective performance. Extensive interaction with a broad range of community groups, service providers, advocacy groups, and other state and federal agencies will occur. Stress may be encountered from deadlines and from operating in a highly publicized and public setting.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or higher AND two (2) years of work experience that includes one or more of the following: (a) administration of grants/contracts as a funder and/or recipient; (b) collaboration with community partners in the delivery of social services; c) enforcement of provider agreements; OR d) management of financial affairs or a governmental accounting system.

OR

Four (4) years of experience that includes one or more of the following: (a) administration of grants/contracts as a funder and/or recipient; (b) collaboration with community partners in the delivery of social services; c) enforcement of provider agreements; OR d) management of financial affairs or a governmental accounting system.

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

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.