Agriculture Disaster Assistance Specialist - Limited Service

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 Specialist to provide guidance to Vermont producers seeking assistance through the Vermont Agriculture and Timber Disaster Assistance Program. This position will be responsible for eligibility determination and applicant referrals to other appropriate resources such as technical assistance and support services and well as grant writing. Excellent communication skills, knowledge of grants and contracts and/or construction experience preferred. Work is performed in a standard office setting and under the general direction of the Agriculture Disaster Assistance Administrator. Who May Apply This position, [[extTitle]] (Job Requisition #[[id]]) , 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 Nicole.Dubuque@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 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 Two (2) years or more of experience in a customer service environment that included: regular use of computer programs AND clerical work and data entry. Preferred Qualifications Experience with grants and contracts. Agriculture experience. 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.