Perinatal Public Health Specialist Iii - Limited Service

Overview

This position in the Division of Family and Child Health is ideal for those interested in ensuring Vermont's birthing people have access to clinical and community services through the full perinatal period. You will be integral to the Maternal Mortality Review Panel (MMRP), a multidisciplinary team tasked with reviewing deaths of Vermont's perinatal people and creating recommendations for prevention. This position will support the MMRP through grant administration and reporting, performing administrative functions, and supporting the development of panel protocols and procedures. Additionally, you'll collaborate with state and community partners to develop a sustainable system of equitable care for perinatal people with substance use disorders (SUD) and provide grant management for the Overdose Data to Action funding. This position will also serve as a content expert for perinatal SUD prevention.

This position is a hybrid work position, the employees and supervisor will create a schedule combining in person and remote work. This is a Limited Services position with the expectation the funding for the position will be extended through at least 2028.

The Vermont Department of Health strives to build a diverse and inclusive community. It is our fundamental belief that to create and sustain a healthier Vermont, we as an organization must honor the cultures, beliefs, and values of those we serve to foster an environment of mutual respect, acceptance, and equal opportunity. We are committed to building and maintaining a multicultural and diverse workforce which reflects the populations we are dedicated to serving.

Who May Apply

This position, Perinatal Public Health Specialist III - Limited Service (Job Requisition #49754), 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 II: Job Requisition #49700

Level III: Job Requisition #49754

If you would like more information about this position, please contact katy.leffel@vermont.gov.
Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.

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 both a standard office and field settings. Private means of transportation must be available for required travel. Stress may be anticipated in dealing with emotional situations involving application of programs, especially in dealing with families and in the allocation of program resources.

Minimum Qualifications

Four (4) years or more of experience in Public Health, human services, emergency response, community engagement, program administration, human services related fields or health-related fields.

OR

Associate degree in Public Health, public administration, business administration, environmental science, emergency response, human services, social work, social sciences related fields or health-related fields and three (3) years or more of experience in Public Health, human services, emergency response, community engagement, program administration, human services related fields or health-related fields.

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, human services, emergency response, community engagement, program administration, human services related fields or health-related fields.

OR

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, human services, emergency response, community engagement, program administration, human services related fields or health-related fields.

OR

One (1) year or more of experience as Public Health Specialist II.

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.