Licensing Chief - Secretary of State's Office

Join the Office of Professional Regulation! Seeking a high level professional to join OPR's highly skilled workforce. OPR is a public protection agency which regulates 51 professions. This position is responsible for leading the licensing administration unit which includes licensing, inspections, policy and OPR's online services system. Responsibilities include policy implementation, continual process improvement, business operations, legislation development and analysis, information systems administration, technical and professional staff. Administrative responsibilities will be achieved with a high degree of independence. The ideal candidate will have experience with user database systems, the understanding Vermont law, and juggling multiple demands at a fast pace. If you enjoy supporting exceptional customer service within a regulatory environment, this may be the job for you.

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*Starting rate may be negotiable based on experience and qualifications.

This position, Licensing Chief - Secretary of State's Office (Job Requisition #49656), is open to all State employees and external applicants.
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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.

Duties are performed in normal office setting. Some overtime or evening work may be required.

Master's degree or higher AND two (2) years or more experience performing administrative-level duties for a project, program, operation, business, or organization INCLUDING two (2) years or more experience as a supervisor. 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.
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Bachelor's degree or higher AND four (4) years or more experience performing administrative-level duties for a project, program, operation, business, or organization INCLUDING two (2) years or more experience as a supervisor. 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.
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Associate degree AND six (6) years or more experience performing administrative-level duties for a project, program, operation, business or organization INCLUDING two (2) years or more experience as a supervisor. 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.
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High school diploma and eight (8) years or more experience as a licensing administrator orperforming administrative-level duties for a project, program, operation, business, or organization INCLUDING two (2) years or more experience as a supervisor. 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.

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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