Agriculture Disaster Assistance Administrator - Limited Service
Vermont Agency of Agriculture, Food and Markets
Williston, VT
United States
Overview
Are you passionate about Vermont food and agriculture? The Administration Division inside The Vermont Agency of Agriculture, Food & Markets (VAAFM) is seeking an Agriculture Disaster Assistance Administrator to oversee and manage the Vermont Agriculture and Timber Disaster Assistance Program. The ideal candidate will be a subject matter expert on the agricultural landscape in Vermont. They will act as a primary contact on farm natural disaster topics and disaster-recovery focused programming for the Agency.
Prior experience with legislative process, USDA programs, and grants and contracts preferred. Supervises staff responsible for processing disaster relief grant applications. Work is performed under the general direction of the Administrative Services Director IV, but with significant independent judgment and discretion.
Minimum Salary: $35.66
Maximum Salary: $55.92
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 pla
- 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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