Project Director

The Project Director will lead the DOC in its implementation of the Medicaid Section 1115 Reentry Demonstration Project. The 1115 reentry waiver initiative is led by the Agency of Human Services Medicaid Policy team, and this position will provide additional capacity to manage DOC's participation including significant operational, technological, and policy system changes both within DOC and impacting DOC.

Vermont's 1115 reentry waiver will provide Medicaid benefits to sentenced people in correctional facilities beginning 90 days pre-release, building on existing health services with the addition of case management focused on continuity of care through the Vermont Chronic Care Initiative. The goals of this project are to improve continuity of care and improve health and reentry outcomes. Post implementation, the Director will be responsible for leading other strategic efforts within DOC including managing projects, workplans, change management, and stakeholder engagement for priority initiatives.

Competitive candidates will be able to demonstrate excellent project management skills. This position requires a high level of coordination and collaboration with all levels of staff within DOC as well as other state agencies, as well as contractors, subcontractors, and external stakeholders, necessitating strong leadership and communication skills. The role demands independence and the ability to think critically while working under pressure and adhering to tight deadlines. Preferred qualifications include experience with the administration of public health, healthcare, social services, or reentry policy and programs; experience with federally funded initiatives; experience working with vulnerable communities; and experience with Vermont DOC, AHS, or other state government.

This position,Project Director (Job Requisition #52532), is open to all State employees and external applicants.

If you would like more information about this position, please contactAviva.Tevah@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.

Work is performed in a standard office setting. Some travel may be required for which private means of transportation should be available. Work outside of regular work schedule may be anticipated.

Master's degree in business administration, public administration, or related field AND two (2) years or more in public administration, tax administration, or managing complex projects in a public setting.

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Bachelor's degree in business administration, mathematics, accounting, or related field AND six (6) years or more in public administration, tax administration, or managing complex projects in a public setting.

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Eight (8) years or more in public administration, tax administration, or managing complex projects in a public setting.

Master's degree.

Experience with organizational change management.

In accordance with federal regulation, any person applying for employment in the Department of Corrections must provide relevant information. Previous institutional employers will be contacted and required to provide information regarding substantiated incidences of sexual abuse or resignation during a pending investigation of an allegation of sexual abuse. By submitting this online job application, you certify all information furnished is true and complete. The information you provide in accordance with this regulation may be used, and previous employers may be contacted for the purpose of investigating and verifying your work history.

Conviction History Requirements:Candidates who have any felony conviction record or who, within the past five (5) years, have been placed under supervision or sanctioned for a misdemeanor conviction must receive a waiver from the Commissioner of Corrections in order to be considered for employment. You may access the application and corresponding documentsby clicking here. Once you have completed the application, please send it directly to the hiring manager identified as the contact person in this job posting.

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: 12paid 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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