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Unemployment Insurance and Wages Division Assistant Director

State of Vermont
life insurance, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement
United States, Vermont, Montpelier
120 State Street (Show on map)
Aug 08, 2025
Overview The Vermont Department of Labor is seeking an energetic and experienced individual to join the Unemployment Insurance Division in the role of Assistant Director of UI. The UI Program provides wage replacement to individuals who have lost a job through no fault of their own thereby creating a critical safety net for workers seeking reemployment. In addition, the Program collects UI contributions from more than 30,000 employers across the State and administers multiple quality control units to ensure proper program compliance. Successful individuals in this role will assist in the overall management and administration of the Division overseeing multiple units within a given area of the UI Program (e.g., Tax, Benefits, Quality Control and Fraud Prevention). The UI Program is undergoing a system and program modernization, the Division is realigning itself to ensure effective and efficient administration at the highest levels of the UI Program. Individuals in these positions will oversee and manage knowledgeable teams providing direction and support to achieve the goals of the UI Program. The Assistant Director position will report to the Director and Associate Director of the UI Program but will be expected to provide independent leadership, effective management, and critical decision making within the respective areas of administration. There are three primary areas that an Assistant Director may oversee, specifically Benefits, UI Tax, or Quality Control and Fraud Prevention. Each administrative area requires an individual with strong management skills, experience leading multiple teams, and an ability to work collaboratively with a small team of UI executives. Work in either area will include significant day-to-day supervision of direct reports and respective staff members. It is critical that the successful applicant have experience in supervision and management to be able to delegate responsibility and ensure effective oversight and mentoring. Work includes ensuring that the units within the Assistant Director's purview are meeting UI performance standards developed in collaboration with the UI leadership team. In addition, the individuals will be required to review and submit federal reports, which requires data analytics skills and strong writing skills. The position requires regular interactions with the public and may include regular public speaking, presentations, and collaboration with others. Who May Apply This position, Unemployment Insurance and Wages Division Assistant Director (Job Requisition #53162), is open to all State employees and external applicants. If you would like more information about this position, please contact kristine.murphy@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 typically performed in a standard office setting, with considerable travel, both in and out of state. Private means of transportation should be available. Evening and weekend duty can be anticipated. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree or higher in public or business administration or related field AND five (5) years or more of professional level experience performing and supervising administrative functions for a moderate sized business, office, department, or agency. OR Two (2) years of full-time college coursework or an associate degree in public or business administration or related field AND seven (7) years or more of professional level experience performing and supervising administrative functions for a moderate sized business, office, department, or agency. OR 9 (nine) years or more of professional level experience performing and supervising administrative functions for a moderate sized business, office, department, or agency. 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 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.