Supported Employment & Post-Secondary Services Specialist

State of Vermont
life insurance, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement
United States, Vermont, Montpelier
120 State Street (Show on map)
Jul 22, 2025
Overview Are you interested in supporting youth in transition? Do you like working with multi-disciplinary teams? If so, the Developmental Disabilities Services Division (DDSD) has the job for you! DDSD is seeking a motived go-getter to join our team as DDSD's Supported Employment and Post-Secondary Education Coordinator. This statewide position provides technical support and program development work at a professional level involving planning and collaboration with DDSD's community partners. This incumbent provides program consulting, planning, coordinating, monitoring and management of resources for children, youth and adults with developmental disabilities and their families who are transitioning to developmental disability services for the Department of Disabilities, Aging and Independent Living. This class requires extensive interaction with state agencies, community service providers, and other organizations. Who May Apply This position, Supported Employment & Post-Secondary Services Specialist (Job Requisition #52872), is open to all State employees and external applicants. If you would like more information about this position, please contact Melanie.Feddersen@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. Environmental Factors Work is performed in both a standard office setting and in the field for which private means of transportation should be available when state fleet vehicles are unavailable. Incumbents are subject to a variety of stressful situations while evaluating and improving support services for people with developmental disabilities. Occasional work outside of normal office hours may be required. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree or higher in human services or special education field and two (2) or more years in the field of developmental disabilities or special education, with at least one (1) year of supervisory experience relevant to supported employment. OR Four (4) or more years in the field of developmental disabilities or special education with at least one (1) year of supervisory experience relevant to supported employment. Preferred Qualifications Master's degree in human services or special education 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 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.