Overview

VDH is recruiting for a temporary Research and Statistics Chief in the Division of Health Statistics and Informatics at the Vermont Department of Health. This person will be managed by the Division Director but will work closely with staff from across the division. Duties include project development, consultative research, statistical analyses, public health surveillance, program evaluation, and report writing and presentations. The individual will work with staff to coordinate and implement complex projects and data collection systems, and work with the division director on projects supporting division strategic plan initiatives. Other work may include assisting Department leadership in identifying data needs and setting program priorities, planning and conducting complex data gathering and analysis projects, monitoring use of statistical systems, interpreting results of analyses for programs and policy decision-makers, and preparing administrative reports and documents associated with assigned projects. Additional preferred skills include strategic thinking, communication, and change management. All employees of the Agency of Human Services perform their respective functions adhering to four key practices: customer service, holistic service, strengths-based relationships and results orientation. The Department of Health is supportive of a hybrid/flexible work environment.

DEI Statement: The Vermont Department of Health is interested in candidates who can contribute to the Department's diversity and commitment to foster an environment of mutual respect, acceptance and equal opportunity. We are a dynamic, cohesive, motivated and hardworking office that is community-minded and customer-focused. We believe all Vermonters should have a fair and just opportunity to be healthy and live in healthy communities. We're seeking people of all backgrounds who are dedicated to improving economic, social, health and environmental conditions for all Vermonters; and committed to a vision of Vermont that embraces all its citizens.

Who May Apply

This position, Research & Statistics Chief - Temporary (Job Requisition #50693), is open to all State employees and external applicants. This is a temporary position. Temporary work is typically for variable hours, and is not expected to be full-time. The State does not guarantee 40 hours of work per week.

If you would like more information about this position, please contact whitney.noel@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.

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

Duties are performed primarily in a standard office setting. Occasional travel requires that private means of transportation be available. Some work outside of normal office hours may be required.

Minimum Qualifications

Master’s Degree in statistics, economics, informatics, public health or related field, with six (6) years of experience at a professional level in the analytical or informatics fields, including at least three (3) years at a supervisory level.

or

Bachelor’s Degree in statistics, economics, informatics, public health or related field, with eight (8) years of experience at a professional level in the analytical or informatics fields, including at least four (4) years at a supervisory level.

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.