Administrative Assistant B - Limited Service Job Listing at State of Vermont in Waterbury, VT (Job ID 4B745148-2E5A-4)

Description

Overview

The Vermont Department of Health is seeking an individual to join the Pregnancy Risk Assessment Monitoring System (PRAMS) team. PRAMS is a research project that collects information from new mothers to improve the health of their infants and their own.  This position is responsible for maintaining the schedule of survey mailings and telephone follow-up to those who do not respond by mail or web. Tasks include preparing survey mailings, conducting telephone interviews, entering data from completed surveys, and ensuring the quality of mail preparation and data entry. Additionally, this position will use specialized software for data management.

 

This is a job-share position for 20 hours/week from Monday through Wednesday, in-person at the Waterbury State Office Complex. Flexible hours are required for some scheduled evening and weekend phone calls.

Who May Apply

This position, Administrative Assistant B - Limited Service (Job Requisition #54309), 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. 
 

If you would like more information about the duration of this position or other details, please contact Peggy Brozicevic at peggy.brozicevic@vermont.gov.
Please note that multiple positions in the same work location may be filled from this job posting.
Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail.  You must apply online to be considered.

Environmental Factors

Duties are performed predominately in an office setting. Private means of travel should be available for occasional travel when appropriate. Incumbents must be adaptable and able to work within tight time limits and under considerable stress. Some evening and weekend duty may be necessary.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree

OR

Associate's degree and one (1) year providing administrative-level duties for a project, program, or operation

OR

High school graduation or equivalent and two (2) years performing administrative-level duties for a project, program, or operation.

 

Note: Administrative duties are those beyond general clerical or secretarial, such as interpretation of laws, rules and regulations; data collection and analysis; managing support services; and implementing program policies and procedures.

Special Requirements

This position requires strong organizational skills, interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and a willingness to learn new software. Additionally, this position is expected to familiarize and follow PRAMS's strict procedural protocol.

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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