Adult Services Division Director Job Listing at State of Vermont in Waterbury, VT (Job ID C9B525A8-0AD1-4)

Description

Overview

Come join a dynamic and creative team with the mission to make Vermont the best place to grow old or live with a disability, with dignity, respect and independence and be ready to make an impact on Vermonters. The Adult Services Division (ASD) is one of five divisions that sits within the Department of Disabilities, Aging and Independent Living (DAIL) and the Director is responsible for managing six Medicaid waiver and non-waiver programs that make up Vermont's long-term care home and community-based service system as well as federal Older Americans Act Programs, collectively serving thousands of older Vermonters and Vermonters with disabilities. 

 

The ASD Director manages the operations of the division which includes 4 units and a total of approximately 45 staff. Major job duties include:

• Managing the division budget and annual budget development, 
• Legislative work, including bill analysis, reporting and testimony,
• Staff management, including communications, supporting training/professional development, overseeing personnel changes, etc.
• Interdepartmental and external provider relations and collaboration, 
• Policy and program development, for example, oversight of program changes and improvements 
• Oversight of ASD contracts and grants management and the ASD website 
• Media relations, including developing press releases, responding to media requests
• Championing the mission of DAIL and the work of the division in public 

 

The Director is part of the Department's management team and reports to the Deputy Commissioner. Telework is an option, with some in-person meetings required. 
DAIL values diversity, equity and inclusion of our staff. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds and work to create a welcoming, inclusive and accessible work environment for all.

Who May Apply

This position, Adult Services Division Director (Job Requisition #51606), is open to all State employees and external applicants.

If you would like more information about this position, please contact Ginny.Clark-Ziske@vermont.gov.

Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.

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

Environmental Factors

Duties are performed primarily in a standard office setting. Meetings with community organizations will require significant travel, for which private means of transportation must be available. Some pressure from deadlines may be anticipated. Some work outside of normal office hours may be required.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree and four (4) years at a professional level in a human services program, including at least two (2) years dealing with services to the older adults or people with disabilities and experience with Medicaid programs.

Special Requirements

Candidates must pass any level of background investigation applicable to the position. AHS Policy 4.02, Hiring Standards, pursuant to 20 V.S.A. 2056c or other applicable statutory authority, requires criminal record checks for all AHS positions, including motor vehicle driving record checks and national record checks where appropriate.

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.

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