Contracts and Grants Administrator - Limited Service

Title: Contracts & Grants Administrator - Limited Service

Location: Montpelier, VT, US

Job Description:

Req ID:  54317

Department:  Public Service Department

Position Type:  Limited Service

Schedule Type:  Full Time

Minimum Salary:  $29.15

Maximum Salary:  $45.58

Overview

The Vermont Department of Public Service's (PSD) Administrative Services Team seeks an experienced, flexible, and self-motivated Contracts & Grants Administrator.

The successful candidate will support programs housed within PSD including the Vermont Community Broadband Board (VCBB), supporting their mission of accessible internet for all Vermonters. Primary responsibilities include contract and grant preparation, routing, processing, tracking, and reporting. Additional duties include data input into VISION modules, grant management systems, and other business office functions. The Administrator will be expected to interact with other state departments, municipalities, businesses, and non-profit organizations. 

The Department of Public Service works to advance Vermonters' quality of life, economy, and security through implementation of the statewide energy and telecommunications plans, strong public advocacy of the public good and strong consumer protection advocacy. 

This position is eligible for a hybrid telework schedule, with a minimum of three days per week required in office in Montpelier.

Environmental Factors

Duties are performed in a standard office setting, but may involve some travel for which private means of transportation is required. Some evening or overtime work may be necessary. Interaction with grantees, contractors and consultants through phone contact is required.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or higher AND two (2) years of work experience that includes one or more of the following: (a) administration of grants/contracts as a funder and/or recipient; (b) collaboration with community partners in the delivery of social services; c) enforcement of provider agreements; OR d) management of financial affairs or a governmental accounting system.

OR

Four (4) years of experience that includes one or more of the following: (a) administration of grants/contracts as a funder and/or recipient; (b) collaboration with community partners in the delivery of social services; c) enforcement of provider agreements; OR d) management of financial affairs or a governmental accounting system.

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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