Public Health Program Manager I - Limited Service

About the role

The Vermont Department of Health seeks a Public Health Program Manager to lead and oversee programs supporting substance use recovery residences funded through the Rural Health Transformation Grant Program. This role focuses on program development, compliance, and grant management to ensure high-quality recovery housing and supportive services. The Program Manager will collaborate with community partners, service providers, and government agencies to strengthen recovery systems and improve health outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement substance use recovery programs and services
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations
• Manage grant funds effectively to support recovery housing and services
• Collaborate with community partners and service providers to enhance recovery systems
• Conduct regular assessments and evaluations of recovery programs
• Provide technical assistance and training to staff and stakeholders
• Represent the department at meetings and conferences

Requirements

• Master’s degree in public health, public administration, business administration, environmental science, emergency response, human services, social sciences related fields or health-related fields AND one (1) year or more of experience in public health or human services related programmatic work including experience leading a team or project.
• OR Bachelor’s degree in public health, public administration, business administration, environmental science, emergency response, human services, social sciences related fields or health-related fields AND two (2) years or more of experience in public health or human services related programmatic work including experience leading a team or project.
• OR Two (2) years or more of experience as a Public Health Specialist II.
• OR One (1) year or more of experience as Public Health Specialist III.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
• Knowledge of substance use recovery and public health policies
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Skills

• Grant writing and management
• Program evaluation and assessment
• Community engagement and outreach
• Policy analysis and implementation
• Conflict resolution and mediation

Benefits

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.

Pay

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

Schedule

Not specified