ESD Program Manager

Overview The ESD Program Manager will join the Food & Nutrition Team and support many different roles within a very fast-paced environment. This specific role will administer the Summer EBT program and supervise Summer EBT temps. The Food & Nutrition team is responsible for administering the 3SVT program (SNAP) and many other sub-programs. Collaboration with the USDA's Food & Nutrition Administration, community partners and advocates of VT, and many other state liaisons will be a part of the day-to-day work. A high degree of independence and teamwork is required, managing many different priorities at once and shifting focus depending on business needs. Who May Apply This position, ESD Program Manager (Job Requisition #55810) , is open to all State employees and external applicants. If you would like more information about this position, please contact Emily.Hammond@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. AHS BACKGROUND CHECKS:  Candidates must pass any level of background investigation applicable to the position.  In accordance with AHS Policy 4.02, Hiring Standards, Vermont and/or national criminal record checks, as well as DMV and adult and child abuse registry checks, as appropriate to the position under recruitment, will be conducted on candidates, with the exception of those who are current classified state employees seeking transfer, promotion or demotion into an AHS classified position or are persons exercising re-employment (RIF) rights. Environmental Factors Duties are performed in a variety of office and field settings. Private means of transportation must be available for necessary travel. Attendance at a variety of meetings is required, involving state, federal, private agencies or interest and advocacy groups, sometimes during weekends and evening hours. Tact and perseverance are necessary incumbent skills. Minimum Qualifications Three (3) years as a Benefits Program Specialist, Reach Up Case Manager or other similar related job experience in ESD OR Four (4) years of human services case management 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: 12 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…