Environmental Analyst V - Montpelier, United States - State of Vermont

State of Vermont Montpelier, United States

3 weeks ago

Description

Overview

Do you have a passion for conserving our natural resources and believe that access to a clean healthy environment is a right for all? Do you enjoy working with Vermonters in need to connect them with services and funding?

The Vermont Department of Environmental Conservation is seeking a versatile and driven candidate to join our team as an Accessible Assistance Specialist to assist underserved and overburdened Vermonters in accessing American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding through the Environmental Assistance Office's Healthy Homes Initiative. The ARPA Healthy Homes Initiative currently has around $50 million of funding that needs to be allocated by December 2024 and spent by December 2026.

This position will focus on working with manufactured housing communities (MHCs) who have received funding through the ARPA Healthy Homes Initiative. These projects focus on providing financial assistance to complete water infrastructure upgrades and projects. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Administering the ARPA Healthy Homes Initiative, including creating program documents, forms, and outreach materials; reviewing and approving contract/grant deliverables and invoices; creating standard operating procedures; and tracking projects and performance measures
Updating and improving the ARPA Healthy Homes Initiative, including implementing process improvements; long-term planning; and database management
Serving as a contact with the public regarding the program; guiding awardees through the regulatory and grants management process
Working with internal programs and external partners to develop and update the program
Ensuring funds are being administered in compliance with rules and regulations

The ideal candidate is self-motivated and patient, has excellent written and oral communication skills, manages time effectively and multitasks routinely, has strong organization skills, meets deadlines, and is able to work independently and as a team member with other Division and Agency staff.

Work is accomplished primarily in a standard office setting but can require travel to various meetings or site visits, for which access to reliable transportation for in-state travel may occasionally be necessary. This work is performed under the general supervision of the ANR Healthy Homes Supervisor. Considerations for teleworking are a possibility in consultation with the supervisor.

This position is a limited-service position, meaning that funding is approved for a term. Benefits and pay are identical to a permanent service position. The current term for the position is authorized until December 31, 2026.

Who May Apply

This position, Environmental Analyst V - Accessible Assistance Specialist - Limited Service (Job Requisition #50101), 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.

Please Note: This position is being recruited at multiple levels. If you would like to be considered for more than one level, you MUST apply to the specific Job Requisition.

Level III: 50090

Level IV: 50100

Level V: 50101

If you would like more information about this position, please call 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 largely performed in an office setting; however, some field travel may be necessary for which private means of transportation must be available. Field work may involve exposure to chemicals, gases, hazardous liquid and solid waste, 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.

Minimum Qualifications

Master's degree or higher in a biological-life or physical science, engineering, a social science, data science, or an environmental or natural resources field AND one (1) or more years of experience in a natural resources field.

Bachelor's degree in a biological-life or physical science, engineering, a social science, data science, or an environmental or natural resources field AND two (2) or more years of experience in a natural resources field.

Five (5) years or more of experience in an engineering, environmental, social science, data science, or natural resources field.

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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