Assistant Director of Education Finance

OverviewThe Agency of Education seeks an Assistant Director of Education Finance to fill a new role on the AOE Education Finance team. The team oversees the almost $2B education fund, special education state funding, school Medicaid, and is an integral part of the tax rate setting process for the collection of $1.5B in education taxes.EducationThe Assistant Director will work closely with the Education Finance Director and will be expected to lead in several key functions or content areas:• Education funding for school districts• Special education funding for school districts• Overseeing the school Medicaid program• Public funding components of independent schoolsThis position would be expected to act as a subject matter expert in education finance and will collaborate with the Vermont Legislature, engage with other State Agencies and Departments, and act as a resource for school business officers / business managers, superintendents, and special education directors on items related to education taxation, education funding, special education, and education Medicaid. This position will often have direct contact with members of the education field, and may be asked to present on complex topics affecting education funding.Successful candidates must demonstrate strong critical thinking and complex problem solving skills, and must have a demonstrated ability to interpret and communicate complex regulation or similar language. Candidates must have an understanding of basic accounting practices and principles, and a good understanding of mathematical principles related to accounting and budgeting.This position offers the opportunity for significant remote work based within Vermont and contiguous states, but will require regular in-office functions as determined by the Secretary of Education.Who May ApplyThis position, Assistant Director of Education Finance (Job Requisition #49927), is open to all State employees and external applicants.If you would like more information about this position, please contact Nicole Lee at nicole.lee@vermont.gov.Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.Environmental FactorsWork is performed primarily in a standard office setting but some travel will require private means of transportation. Duties may require some time outside of normal work hours. Incumbent will be expected to testify before the Legislature and/or assist the Education Finance Director and department/agency heads in doing so.Minimum QualificationsFive (5) or more years of experience in finance, fiscal analysis, fiscal modeling, and budgeting, or related field.Preferred QualificationsAssociate degree or higher in accounting, business administration, finance, economics, statistics, or related field.Experience with program planning or evaluation.Experience managing, supervising, or leading a team.Total CompensationAs 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 ProgramWant the specifics? Explore the Benefits of State Employment on our website.Equal Opportunity EmployerThe 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.