Administrative Services Manager II

Administrative Services Manager II

The Administrative Services Manager II serves as a key member of the Department of Corrections Executive Leadership Team, providing high-level administrative and operational support to the Commissioner, Deputy Commissioner, and other department executives and senior leaders. This position oversees the Administrative Services Unit at Central Office, ensuring the efficient delivery of operational and administrative functions that support the department's mission. The incumbent oversees the department's administrative operating budget, including budget development, monitoring, forecasting, and expenditure control.

This role provides strategic guidance on administrative policies, procedures, and resource allocation to promote effective management and accountability. This position supervises two staff under Administrative Services Unit, fostering a collaborative and results-driven work environment. The position collaborates closely with executive and senior leadership on department-wide initiatives and cross-divisional coordination. The incumbent represents the Department of Corrections in interdepartmental meetings and serves as a liaison with other state partners. This position requires strong leadership, analytical, and communication skills, as well as a comprehensive understanding of state administrative systems.

This position, Administrative Services Manager II (Job Requisition #53709), is open to all State employees and external applicants.

If you would like more information about this position, please contact Kristin.Calver@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.

Work is performed in a standard office setting.

Minimum Qualifications :

Bachelor's degree AND four (4) years or more of experience providing professional administrative-level services to a business or organization which included an accounting or budgeting function and experience as a supervisor of clerical or administrative staff.

OR

Bachelor's degree in accounting, business or public administration, office administration or a related field AND two (2) years or more of experience providing professional administrative-level services to a business or organization which included an accounting or budgeting function and experience as a supervisor of clerical or administrative staff.

OR

High school diploma AND six (6) years or more of experience providing professional administrative-level services to a business or organization which included an accounting or budgeting function and experience as a supervisor of clerical or administrative staff.

OR

Associate's degree in accounting, business or public administration, office administration or a related field AND four (4) years or more of experience providing professional administrative-level services to a business or organization which included an accounting or budgeting function and experience as a supervisor of clerical or administrative staff.

OR

One (1) year or more of experience as an Administrative Services Manager I with the State of Vermont.

NOTE : Only administrative work experience is qualifying. Administrative services includes those functions which keep the organization running or provide the resources for others to provide the programmatic work (e.g., accounting, budget management, grant administration, finance, human resources, payroll, purchasing, or space management).

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 : 12 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

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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