Grants and Fiscal Programs Administrator

The Vermont Judiciary is seeking an experienced, strategic, and highly analytical professional to serve as a Grants and Fiscal Programs Administrator. This position provides department-wide leadership, oversight, and administration of complex federal and state grant programs, contracts, and memoranda of understanding (MOUs) supporting Judiciary operations.

This role is responsible for the planning, development, implementation, and ongoing management of grant-funded and contract-supported programs, including the creation and maintenance of fiscal systems, compliance frameworks, and cost allocation methodologies. The position ensures full compliance with applicable federal regulations (including Uniform Guidance), state procurement requirements, and funding award conditions.

The incumbent operates with significant independence and serves as a primary authority on grant fiscal compliance, contract administration, and interagency funding coordination. The role works closely with Judiciary leadership, program managers, external funding agencies, and cross-government partners to ensure effective, compliant, and strategically aligned use of public funds.

• Advanced knowledge of federal and state grant administration frameworks.
• Strong expertise in governmental accounting, fiscal management, and cost allocation methodologies.
• Ability to interpret and apply complex regulations, funding requirements, and procurement rules.
• Strong analytical skills with ability to evaluate complex financial and programmatic data.
• Ability to design and implement fiscal systems and compliance frameworks.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including technical reporting and policy development.
• Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships across agencies, programs, and external partners.
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a high-accountability, deadline-driven environment.

This is a full-time position located in Montpelier, Vermont. Upon completion of an initial training period, the employee can request a Vermont-based hybrid work schedule. Starting salary is $31.54 per hour. The limited-service term will end 12/31/2029. The Grants and Fiscal Programs Administrator is a non-exempt Judicial Branch position equivalent to pay grade 25.

The State of Vermont’s total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation.

• 80% State paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
• Work/Life balance: 12 vacation days earned per year, 12 sick leave days earned per year, up to 5 personal days earned per year, 14 paid holidays each year
• 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

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, public administration, business administration, or related field AND five (5) or more years of progressively responsible experience in:

• federal and/or state grant administration,
• governmental accounting or fiscal management,
• contract and procurement oversight,
• financial compliance or audit functions, or
• administration of complex, multi-funded public programs.

OR equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Experience managing or overseeing large-scale federal grant portfolios.
• Experience at or near the level of statewide grant or contract program administration.
• Advanced knowledge of Uniform Guidance and federal grant compliance requirements.
• Experience developing and managing cost allocation plans across multiple funding sources.
• Experience with public sector procurement, RFP development, and contract negotiation.
• Experience working in multi-agency or intergovernmental funding environments.
• Familiarity with state financial systems (e.g., VISION or equivalent ERP systems).
• Experience leading compliance monitoring, audits, or…