State Energy Office Deputy Director

Company: State of Vermont
Location: Montpelier
Posted on: May 6, 2025

Job Description:

Overview

Make sure to read the full description below, and please apply immediately if you are confident you meet all the requirements.

The Vermont Public Service Department (PSD) is pleased to announce an exciting opportunity for a dynamic and qualified candidate to join its team as the Deputy Director of the State Energy Office division. An arm of the executive branch, the Department conducts comprehensive energy planning for Vermont and represents the public interest in matters regarding energy, telecommunications, water, and wastewater. The Department is designated as Vermont's State Energy Office under the Department of Energy's State Energy Program.

The SEO Deputy Director will work within Vermont's State Energy Office (SEO) to oversee the deployment of federal funding through programs that promote energy efficiency, electrification, resilience, reliability, and sustainable energy resources in Vermont.

The SEO Deputy Director will coordinate and monitor the management of federal funds received by the Department. Specific responsibilities include:

Provide guidance and leadership for the overall creation and implementation of federally funded programs and projects
Ensure compliance with federal and state laws, regulations, and procedures governing all activities
Provide supervision and oversight to a team of project managers
Develop structures and provide expert technical assistance on issues related to federal grant implementation in support of utilities, municipalities, and other subrecipients
Monitor changes in state and federal policy that will impact the deployment of energy and climate programs

The ideal candidate will have strong supervisory skills, federal project management experience, and a working knowledge of Vermont energy policy and programs.

Who May Apply

This position, State Energy Office Deputy Director (Job Requisition #52573), is open to all State employees and external applicants.
If you would like more information about this position, please contact Melissa Bailey at melissa.bailey@vermont.gov.
Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.

Environmental Factors

Work is performed in a standard office setting, but with need for some travel for which private means of transportation should be available. Significant interaction with federal personnel is required. Work outside of regular business hours should be anticipated.

Minimum Qualifications

Master's degree in accounting, public administration, business, or related field AND four (4) or more years of experience in fiscal grant monitoring, governmental accounting, program approvals, risk management, fiscal compliance, or auditing.

OR

Bachelor's degree in accounting, public administration, business, or related field AND eight (8) or more years of experience in fiscal grant monitoring, governmental accounting, program approvals, risk management, fiscal compliance, or auditing.

Preferred Qualifications

Master's degree in accounting, business, or public administration.

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.

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