Rural Healthcare Transformation Business Project Manager - Limited Service

About the role

The Department of Disabilities, Aging and Independent Living (DAIL) is seeking a Business Project Manager to lead the Rural Health Transformation (RHT) Project. This initiative aims to shape the future of care across Vermont by expanding Long Term Acute Care (LNA) training and increasing nursing home capacity for ventilator and dialysis services.

Responsibilities

• Engage extensively with nursing homes and key partners
• Lead and manage complex projects from planning through implementation
• Oversee monitoring, evaluation, and reporting efforts
• Collaborate across agencies to drive progress and alignment
• Supervise a grants manager
• Contribute to meaningful system-level improvements in long-term care

Requirements

• Strong ability to ensure accountability
• Action-oriented mindset with a focus on results
• Skilled collaborator who builds effective, lasting partnerships
• Excellent communication skills across multiple formats and audiences
• Proven ability to manage complex projects
• Deep project management expertise
• Able to optimize work processes and drive efficiency

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree AND four (4) years or more of experience where the primary role was project management
• Associate's degree AND six (6) years or more of experience where the primary role was project management
• High School diploma or equivalent AND eight (8) years or more of experience where the primary role was project management

Skills

• Strong leadership and project management skills
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities
• Experience with state grants and nursing homes
• Ability to manage complex projects

Benefits

The State of Vermont offers a comprehensive benefits package 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

Pay

Total compensation includes a competitive salary and benefits package.

Schedule

Hours and schedule are flexible and can be discussed during the interview process.