What are the responsibilities and job description for the Administrative Services Manager II position at State of Vermont?
Overview
The Business Operations Bureau within District Maintenance and Fleet Division is seeking a highly motivated, organized, and tech-savvy individual to join our newly formed unit. The Bureau leads and supports the administrative positions throughout the Maintenance section of the division, and this position will serve as a Maintenance Contract Manager and provides direct support to the Business Operations Manager.
Examples Of Work Includes
Who May Apply
This position, Administrative Services Manager II (Job Requisition #55636), is open to all State employees and external applicants.
If you would like more information about this position, please contact Melissa.Davis@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.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in accounting, business or public administration, office administration or a related field AND two (2) years or more of experience providing professional administrative-level services to a business or organization which included an accounting or budgeting function and experience as a supervisor of clerical or administrative staff.
OR
Bachelor's degree AND four (4) years or more of experience providing professional administrative-level services to a business or organization which included an accounting or budgeting function and experience as a supervisor of clerical or administrative staff.
OR
Associate's degree in accounting, business or public administration, office administration or a related field AND four (4) years or more of experience providing professional administrative-level services to a business or organization which included an accounting or budgeting function and experience as a supervisor of clerical or administrative staff.
OR
High school diploma AND six (6) years or more of experience providing professional administrative-level services to a business or organization which included an accounting or budgeting function and experience as a supervisor of clerical or administrative staff.
OR
One (1) year or more of experience as an Administrative Services Manager I with the State of Vermont.
Special Requirements
For some positions experience working with the VISION system (VISION is the State of Vermont PeopleSoft financial management system) may be required.
Only administrative work experience is qualifying. Administrative services includes those functions which keep the organization running or provide the resources for others to provide the programmatic work (e.g., accounting, budget management, grant administration, finance, human resources, payroll, purchasing, or space management).
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:
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.
The Business Operations Bureau within District Maintenance and Fleet Division is seeking a highly motivated, organized, and tech-savvy individual to join our newly formed unit. The Bureau leads and supports the administrative positions throughout the Maintenance section of the division, and this position will serve as a Maintenance Contract Manager and provides direct support to the Business Operations Manager.
Examples Of Work Includes
- Provide statewide administrative guidance for the Maintenance Division; lead and mentor Maintenance Admin staff, coordinate monthly cross-district meetings, and serve as the escalation point for complex issues.
- Standardize administrative practices, procedures, tools, and documentation to drive consistency and efficiency statewide.
- Oversee financial tracking and reporting; monitor budgets and contract utilization, analyze variances, recommend corrective actions, and ensure compliance with Agency, State, and Federal requirements.
- Partner on development and coordination of maintenance contracts statewide (specs, scopes, RFPs, amendments) in collaboration with Contract Administration and Business Support Services.
- Ensure contracting compliance, lifecycle management, and closeout; verify deliverables, documentation, and proper utilization with district technical and program teams.
- Serve as lead liaison within District Maintenance for key systems (e.g., MATS, STARS, dTIMS, VISION, VAMIS, QueryDB, Power BI, VTBuys, GIS); champion data accuracy, reporting standards, and system best practices.
- Provide operational coverage and functional support for District Maintenance administrative staff as needed; ensure alignment with division priorities and the Agency's mission, vision, values, and goals.
Who May Apply
This position, Administrative Services Manager II (Job Requisition #55636), is open to all State employees and external applicants.
If you would like more information about this position, please contact Melissa.Davis@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.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in accounting, business or public administration, office administration or a related field AND two (2) years or more of experience providing professional administrative-level services to a business or organization which included an accounting or budgeting function and experience as a supervisor of clerical or administrative staff.
OR
Bachelor's degree AND four (4) years or more of experience providing professional administrative-level services to a business or organization which included an accounting or budgeting function and experience as a supervisor of clerical or administrative staff.
OR
Associate's degree in accounting, business or public administration, office administration or a related field AND four (4) years or more of experience providing professional administrative-level services to a business or organization which included an accounting or budgeting function and experience as a supervisor of clerical or administrative staff.
OR
High school diploma AND six (6) years or more of experience providing professional administrative-level services to a business or organization which included an accounting or budgeting function and experience as a supervisor of clerical or administrative staff.
OR
One (1) year or more of experience as an Administrative Services Manager I with the State of Vermont.
Special Requirements
For some positions experience working with the VISION system (VISION is the State of Vermont PeopleSoft financial management system) may be required.
Only administrative work experience is qualifying. Administrative services includes those functions which keep the organization running or provide the resources for others to provide the programmatic work (e.g., accounting, budget management, grant administration, finance, human resources, payroll, purchasing, or space management).
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
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.