Apply now "
Title: Financial Administrator I - Limited Service
Application Deadline Date: 05/25/2026
Req ID: 54947
Department: Health
Location:
Waterbury, VT, US
Position Type: Limited Service
Schedule Type: Full Time
Minimum Salary: $25.98
Maximum Salary: $40.56
Overview
The Financial Administrator I position is within the Vermont Department of Health Business Office. The Financial Services team is seeking a detail oriented and customer service focused individual to perform procurement, employee travel, and accounts payable functions.
Duties include reviewing and processing requisitions, coordinating, and maintaining employee travel, and processing accounts payable transactions in accordance with established policies and procedures. The position requires regular interaction with program staff, vendors, and other stakeholders to ensure timely and accurate completion of assigned responsibilities.
The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational and communication skills, with demonstrated ability to interpret and apply policies, identify discrepancies, and exercise sound judgment in decision making. Attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy are essential.
The successful candidate will be able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team, managing multiple priorities while meeting deadlines with only general supervision.
To effectively perform the duties of this position, the following skills and competencies are needed:
MISSION, VISION, AND VALUES:
The Department of Health''s mission is to promote the physical, mental, and social well-being of people in Vermont by advancing equity, protecting against disease and injury, and preparing for health emergencies. Our vision is that all people and communities in Vermont have equitable opportunities to achieve their highest level of health and well-being. Our values are equity, collaboration, inclusion, harmony, and data. Please review the Health Department Vision, Mission, and Values at https://www.healthvermont.gov/about/our-vision-mission-values
STRATEGIC GOALS:
The Department of Health''s strategic goals are:
Foster an inclusive workplace culture that promotes employee well-being and satisfaction.
Ensure the capacity to build, restore and sustain trusting relationships with communities and partners.
Increase data accessibility, equitable data collection, and meaningful analysis.
Increase capacity of the department to adapt and respond to the threat of climate change.
Please review the Health Department Strategic Plan at http://www.healthvermont.gov/about-us/reports/strategic-plan
Health insurance and benefits are provided. New hires must agree to a criminal background check and serve a six-month probationary period.
Office hours are 7:45- 4:30 with a 45-minute unpaid lunch period. A limited degree of flextime is afforded. The Rural Health Transformation (RHT) project is supported by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) as part of a financial assistance award totaling $195,053,740.44 with 100 percent funded by CMS/HHS. The contents are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the official views of, nor an endorsement, by CMS/HHS, or the U.S. Government.
Who May Apply
This position, Financial Administrator I - Limited Service (Job Requisition #54947), 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 jessica.p.brown@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
Work is performed in a standard office setting.
Minimum Qualifications
High School diploma or equivalent AND three (3) years or more of accounting experience maintaining, reviewing and analyzing financial data and records.
OR
Associate''s degree in accounting, business/office administration AND two (2) years or more of accounting experience maintaining, reviewing and analyzing financial data and records.
OR
Bachelor''s degree in accounting, business/office administration.
OR
One (1) year or more of experience as a Financial Specialist III with the State of Vermont.
NOTE: All levels of required accounting experience, unless otherwise noted, must have been performed to ensure compliance with GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) and standards.
Preferred Qualifications
Special Requirements
For some positions experience working with the VISION system (VISION is the State of Vermont PeopleSoft financial management system) may be required.
Any person who has had a charge of abuse, neglect or exploitation substantiated against them is not eligible under the Vermont Veterans' Home licensing requirements. Candidates, including current State employees seeking transfer, promotion, demotion, or persons exercising re-employment rights, must pass a fingerprint supported background investigation applicable to the position. Additionally, in accordance with Federal and State regulatory standards, Vermont and/or national criminal record checks, Office of Inspector General exclusion database checks, motor vehicle driving record checks, and adult and child abuse registry checks, as appropriate to the position under recruitment, will be conducted on candidates. Hiring managers will notify applicants who are in the final stage of the interview process of the fingerprinting and background check requirements, to which an applicant must agree to be deemed eligible for this position. Applicants will have the right to withdraw their applications before fingerprinting and/or a background investigation is conducted
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:
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.
Nearest Major Market: Barre
Nearest Secondary Market: Montpelier
Apply now "