Rural Broadband Technical Assistance Specialist Job Listing at State of Vermont in Montpelier, VT (Job ID A6587A19-4947-4)

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Overview

Join the team bringing lightning-fast broadband internet to Vermonters! The Vermont Community Broadband Board (VCBB) is recruiting a Rural Broadband Technical Assistance Specialist. The Specialist will serve as an organizer, advocate, and facilitator of efforts in support of the state's Communications Union Districts (CUDs) to connect all Vermonters to reliable, symmetrical broadband service. The VCBB operates as a small, nimble team in a fast-paced environment that requires staff to work collaboratively.

The Specialist will play crucial roles coordinating VCBB's work across a range of areas:

• Serve as the VCBB's permitting subject matter expert, coordinating with other state agencies, federal agencies, and VCBB contractors on state and federal permitting matters. 
• Coordinate and track CUD and grant performance, reporting, and network inspections.
• Assist with the implementation of the Broadband, Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) and Vermont Connectivity Initiative programs. The Specialist will work closely with VCBB staff to respond to information requests and offer strategic guidance on CUD business design, coordinate training, provide community organizing advice, facilitate meetings, and assist CUDs in the development of grant applications. The Specialist will also assist with policy development, strategic planning, media outreach, and other tasks.

A successful applicant will be a mission-driven team player capable of quickly learning and navigating complex issues. Experience or familiarity with infrastructure permitting, performance and organizational management and development, community organizing, rural economic development, or advocacy will be preferred. The VCBB staff operate fully remotely but meet in-person monthly, generally in Montpelier. 

This position is funded by multi-year federal grants, and we expect continued funding for this position past the current end date.

This position, Rural Broadband Technical Assistance Specialist (Job Requisition #50863), is open to all State employees and external applicants. This is a Limited Service position, which is non-tenured and authorized for a specific period of time. Limited Service positions are established for specially funded projects or programs. 
If you would like more information about this position, please contact Alissa Matthews at alissa.matthews@vermont.gov.
Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.

Duties are largely performed in an office setting; however, some field travel may be required for which private means of transportation must be available. Fieldwork may involve exposure to hazardous materials, traffic hazards, and construction sites during all weather conditions; and may involve traversing rough terrain and bodies of water. Some work outside of regular working hours, including attendance at public meetings, may be required. Strong differences of opinion may be encountered on a regular basis.

Bachelor's degree in community organizing, public administration, community development or related field AND four (4) or more years of experience in project management, community development or organizing, economic development or related field. 

OR

Six (6) or more years of experience in project management, community development or organizing, economic development or related field.

Master's degree.

Experience with digital equity, telecommunications, internet service providers, or related community or economic development field.

Professional experience in public administration or community development.

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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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.