About this role
Overview Are you passionate about Vermont food and agriculture? The Administration Division inside The Vermont Agency of Agriculture, Food & Markets (VAAFM) is seeking an Agriculture Disaster Assistance Administrator to oversee and manage the Vermont Agriculture and Timber Disaster Assistance Program. The ideal candidate will be a subject matter expert on the agricultural landscape in Vermont. They will act as a primary contact on farm natural disaster topics and disaster-recovery focused programming for the Agency. Prior experience with legislative process, USDA programs, and grants and contracts preferred. Supervises staff responsible for processing disaster relief grant applications. Work is performed under the general direction of the Administrative Services Director IV, but with significant independent judgment and discretion. Who May Apply This position, Agriculture Disaster Assistance Administrator - Limited Service (Job Requisition #55604) , is open to all State employees and external applicants. It 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 [email protected] . 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, with some travel to outside meetings and site visits, for which private means of transportation must be available. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree or higher AND three (3) years or more of professional experience in agriculture, environmental and/or climate work, including or supplemented by two (2) or more years of experience interpreting complex laws, rules, and regulations. OR Five (5) years or more of professional experience in a wide range of agriculture, environmental and or climate work, including or supplemented by three (3) or more years of experience interpreting complex laws, rules, and regulations. Preferred Qualifications Experience with grant application and management. 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 Want the specifics? Explore the Benefits of State Employment on our website. 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.