Overview
The ideal candidate is someone who: has strong customer service experience; demonstrates maturity and excellent decision making; welcomes new ideas while embracing change; contributes to a professional cooperative work environment; communicates in a respectful, civil manner (oral, nonverbal, and written) and regularly utilizes active listening skills. Incumbents are responsible for the organization and delivery of clerical and secretarial services. Some administrative tasks may be present but are not the dominant factor in the class. Work is performed under the general direction of an OCS Regional Manager or administrative superior, but with need for significant interaction with other division or department staff, other state, or outside agencies. All employees of the Agency of Human Services perform their respective functions adhering to four key practices: customer service, holistic service, strengths-based relationships, and results orientation.
Who May Apply
This position, OCS District Office Coordinator I (Job Requisition #50089) , is open to all State employees and external applicants.
If you would like more information about this position, please contact terri.bogaczyk@vermont.gov.
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.
AHS BACKGROUND CHECKS: Candidates must pass any level of background investigation applicable to the position. In accordance with AHS Policy 4.02, Hiring Standards, Vermont and/or national criminal record checks, as well as DMV and adult and child abuse registry checks, as appropriate to the position under recruitment, will be conducted on candidates, with the exception of those who are current classified state employees seeking transfer, promotion or demotion into an AHS classified position or are persons exercising re-employment (RIF) rights.
Environmental Factors
Employees in this class may be confronted by clients in a highly agitated, angry, or confused condition. Extensive interaction with judicial and legal personnel and out-of-state agencies may occur. The workload is heavy and time sensitive. Duties are normally performed in a standard office setting.
Minimum Qualifications
Associate's degree in business, secretarial science or office management.
OR
Three (3) years of office clerical experience.
OR
High school graduation or equivalent AND completion of a one (1) year or more vocational/technical training program in business and office occupations or related area AND three (3) years of office clerical experience.
Special Requirements
Candidates must pass any level of background investigation applicable to the position. In accordance with AHS Policy 4.02, Hiring Standards, Vermont and/or national criminal record checks, as well as DMV and adult and child abuse registry checks, as appropriate to the position under recruitment, will be conducted on candidates, with the exception of those who are current classified state employees seeking transfer, promotion or demotion into an AHS classified position or are persons exercising re-employment (RIF) rights.
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.