Education Consultant I - Limited Service

Overview

The Vermont Office of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Director for the Vermont State Approving Agency (SAA) to join our Office. The Vermont SAA plays a critical role in safeguarding the quality and integrity of education and training programs used by GI Bill(R) beneficiaries, ensuring that veterans can access approved, compliant, and high-value pathways across Vermont's high schools, adult education centers, apprenticeship and on-the-job training programs, licensing and certification entities, and post-secondary institutions.

Established under Title 38 of the United States Code (USC), SAAs operate as state-designated authorities acting on behalf of the federal government, forming a longstanding federal-state partnership that protects veterans and upholds educational standards. As the designated SAA for Vermont, this program approves courses and training in accordance with Chapters 30, 32, 33, 34, 35, and 36 of Title 38 and Chapter 1606 of Title 10, ensuring that veterans and their families can fully and confidently access their earned education benefits. This is a Limited Service position as it is funded by the federal Department of Veterans Affairs.

Who May Apply

This position, Education Consultant I - Limited Service (Job Requisition #56076), 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 this position, please contact [email protected].

Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.

Please note that multiple positions in the same work location may be filled from this job posting.

Environmental Factors

Normal office working conditions generally prevail. Incumbent must be able to interact, work, and deal with department staff, educators, state, federal, and local officials, and the general public. Evening and weekend work may be required. Considerable travel is necessary for which an incumbent must possess private means of transportation.

Minimum Qualifications

Three (3) years or more of experience in a field related to education, teaching, or provision of related student support services.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or higher in education or a related field.

Special Requirements

Some positions may have certification requirements or other special requirements.

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 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

Want the specifics? Explore the Benefits of State Employment on our website.

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.