Program Technician III - Temporary

State of Vermont; Montpelier (VT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 43,000; Part time

Job summary

State of Vermont in Montpelier, VT seeks a Program Technician III on a temporary, part-time basis to support pesticide programs including data entry, analysis, and reporting. Work under supervision, collaborating with state agencies and partners to prevent pesticide exposure.

Main duties include data handling, supporting licensing/certification processes and contributing to program implementation; strong teamwork and ability to manage multiple projects is required.

Qualifications

• Two years or more of full-time college coursework OR Associate's degree or higher AND three (3) years or more of experience above a technical level in program administration (such as administering components of a licensing and certification program, or records management).
• OR
• High School diploma or equivalent AND four (4) years or more of experience above a technical level in program administration (such as administering components of a licensing and certification program, or records management).
• OR
• Two (2) years or more of experience as a Program Technician II with the State of Vermont.

Responsibilities

• Professional work for the Agency of Agriculture, Food & Markets involving product registration and pesticide disposal, usage and sales in the state. This position conducts data entry, analysis, and uses that information to assist in the implementation of programs addressing the Agency's mission.
• The primary emphasis is on pesticide use and collaborating with other state agencies and partners to prevent pesticide exposure to the environment. Duties are performed under the supervision of higher level technical or administrative superior including but not limited to a division deputy director or director.
• The individual must be able to work as part of a team, manage multiple projects in an efficient manner, communicate information clearly and effectively.

Education

Associate's degree or higher

High School diploma or equivalent

Program Technician II experience (state of Vermont)

Job description

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Application Deadline Date: 09/17/2026

Department: Agriculture, Food & Markets Agency

Location: Montpelier, VT, US

Position Type: Temporary

Schedule Type: Part-Time

Minimum Salary: $26.50

Maximum Salary: N/A

Overview

Professional work for the Agency of Agriculture, Food & Markets involving product registration and pesticide disposal, usage and sales in the state. This position conducts data entry, analysis, and uses that information to assist in the implementation of programs addressing the Agency's mission.

The primary emphasis is on pesticide use and collaborating with other state agencies and partners to prevent pesticide exposure to the environment. Duties are performed under the supervision of higher level technical or administrative superior including but not limited to a division deputy director or director. The individual must be able to work as part of a team, manage multiple projects in an efficient manner, communicate information clearly and effectively.

Who May Apply

This position, Program Technician III - Temporary (Job Requisition #55674), is open to all State employees and external applicants. This is a temporary position. Temporary work is typically for variable hours, and is not expected to be full‑time. The State does not guarantee 40 hours of work per week.

Please note that multiple positions in the same work location may be filled from this job posting.

Minimum Qualifications

Two years or more of full-time college coursework OR Associate's degree or higher AND three (3) years or more of experience above a technical level in program administration (such as administering components of a licensing and certification program, or records management).

OR

High School diploma or equivalent AND four (4) years or more of experience above a technical level in program administration (such as administering components of a licensing and certification program, or records management).

OR

Two (2) years or more of experience as a Program Technician II with the State of Vermont.

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.