Workforce Training Program Director Job Listing at State of Vermont in Montpelier, VT (Job ID 01CE965B-AF8C-4)

Description

Overview

The Vermont Department of Economic Development is seeking a Work Force Training Program Director.  The position involves meeting with top-level professionals in business, higher education, training and service providers to determine training and education needs of the labor force in general and the skills needed by the employers.  You'll be responsible for the administration of the Vermont Training Program and, in addition, the overall coordination and support of workforce development policies and programs throughout Vermont.  This program awards funds to help Vermont businesses to up-skill their workforce. 

The successful candidate will have a basic knowledge of economic and business concepts.  They will also understand the Vermont labor ecosystem as well as the rules, regulations and guidelines regulating the labor market. The position requires the ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal messaging.  The position will require some public speaking in both small and large group settings.  A candidate should also have experience managing grant programs.  This will include strong skills in the Microsoft Office suite as well as with CRM and grants management applications.

Duties involve considerable in-state travel to meet with businesses, partner organizations, industry groups and others.  The position may require attendance at evening meetings.  The position will also participate in special economic development projects as required by the commissioner, agency secretary, or their designees, and will perform other related duties as required.  This is a full-time permanent position.

Who May Apply

This position, Workforce Training Program Director (Job Requisition #52565), is open to all State employees and external applicants.

If you would like more information about this position, please contact Tim.Tierney@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 involve considerable travel (in-state) and some evening meetings with businesses, development groups, public officials and business organizations. A valid driver's license and automobile or access to private means of transportation is required. Considerable human relations skills are needed. Public speaking is required.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree AND five (5) years at a professional level in community or economic development, including one year involving packaging of public or private sector financing resources, or equivalent experience in business or as a consultant in business or banking.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in planning, public or business administration, or economics.

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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