ESD Program Manager

State of Vermont; Waterbury (VT); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health premium covered and dental plan

12 paid holidays

FMLI

Pension plan

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance

Wellness program

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Job summary

The State of Vermont’s ESD Program Manager within the Food & Nutrition Team will administer the Summer EBT program and supervise Summer EBT temps. This role supports the 3SVT (SNAP) program and coordinates with USDA and VT partners, advocates, and state liaisons in a dynamic environment.

A high degree of independence and teamwork is required to manage multiple priorities, with occasional travel and after-hours meetings as needed.

Qualifications

• Three (3) years as a Benefits Program Specialist, Reach Up Case Manager or other similar related job experience in ESD OR Four (4) years of human services case management experience.

Responsibilities

• Administer the Summer EBT program and supervise Summer EBT temps.
• Support the Food & Nutrition Team and collaborate with USDA-FNS, community partners and VT liaisons.
• Balance multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment with independence and teamwork.
• Attend meetings with state, federal, private agencies or advocacy groups, sometimes during weekends or evenings.

Job description

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The ESD Program Manager will join the Food & Nutrition Team and support many different roles within a very fast-paced environment. This specific role will administer the Summer EBT program and supervise Summer EBT temps. The Food & Nutrition team is responsible for administering the 3SVT program (SNAP) and many other sub-programs. Collaboration with the USDA's Food & Nutrition Administration, community partners and advocates of VT, and many other state liaisons will be a part of the day-to-day work. A high degree of independence and teamwork is required, managing many different priorities at once and shifting focus depending on business needs.

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 in a variety of office and field settings. Private means of transportation must be available for necessary travel. Attendance at a variety of meetings is required, involving state, federal, private agencies or interest and advocacy groups, sometimes during weekends and evening hours. Tact and perseverance are necessary incumbent skills.

Minimum Qualifications

Three (3) years as a Benefits Program Specialist, Reach Up Case Manager or other similar related job experience in ESD
OR
Four (4) years of human services case management experience.

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.