Economic Development Specialist II Job Listing at State of Vermont in Montpelier, VT (Job ID 8E891995-953B-4)

Description

Overview

The Economic Development Specialist position will assist Department of Economic Development program managers in delivering the Department's various programs.  It will report administratively to the Deputy Commissioner of Economic Development.  Additionally, the incumbent will provide consultative, administrative, and technical work at a professional level involving the development, management, and monitoring of various state grant programs administered by the Department. The successful applicant will have the skills required to collect, verify, analyze and report on complex economic data contained in database and spreadsheet formats.  The position will be responsible for training and technical assistance to professional staff at Vermont businesses and regional partners. The position involves significant in-State travel to attend informational and monitoring visits with grant applicants and awardees.  The position participates in the compliance review of grant applications, preparation of reports to the Vermont legislature and for the website, and all other support as necessary.

 

As of July 14, 2024 the step 1 rate for pay grade 23 will be $26.57 per hour. 

Who May Apply

This position, Economic Development Specialist II (Job Requisition #50487), is open to all State employees and external applicants.

If you would like more information about this position, please contact Brett.Long@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 require some travel both instate and outside the State as well as evening and weekend meetings with business and industrial clients, development organizations, and others. Considerable human relations and negotiation skills are required. Some public speaking will be required.

Minimum Qualifications

A bachelors degree or higher in accounting, finance, economics, government AND one (1) year of experience in local, state, or federal government or a not for profit.  Experience with grants for economic or community development is a plus.  

 

OR

 

Three (3) years' experience in any government or not for profit role relating to economic or community development. Grant experience a plus. 

Preferred Qualifications

Master's Degree.

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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