Role OverviewThe Director of the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation has full responsibility for the overall leadership, strategic direction, and operational management of the division, serving approximately 5,000 Vermonters with disabilities each year. The position oversees 140 state classified staff, 80 contracted staff, 12 field offices, more than 40 service contracts, and an annual budget of approximately $27.7 million.
What You Will Do
The Director balances the needs and expectations of multiple stakeholders, including the Rehabilitation Services Administration, state agencies, staff, customers, and community partners. The role includes oversight of all DVR operations and contracted services, ensuring that approximately $10 million in contracts are aligned with the division's mission, strategic plan, Bulletin 3.5 requirements, and federal funding regulations.
Why It Might Be a Fit
The Director works closely with the State Rehabilitation Council by providing regular reports and supporting required activities such as needs assessments, policy review, annual state plan input, and annual reporting. The Director also manages Invest EAP, a self-supporting employee assistance program serving Vermont employers and approximately 15% of the state's workforce and family members through a public-private partnership.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in a human services field
- four (4) or more years of experience in the broad area of human services, workforce development, or policy development
- two (2) or more years of experience in an administrative, supervisory, or consultative capacity involving the broad area of social services casework
Benefits
- 80% State paid medical premium
- 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 life insurance
- Incentive-based Wellness Program
- Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program
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