Public Health Specialist II - Prevention Consultant

Overview

The Vermont Department of Health's Barre District Office is seeking a highly motivated individual to join our team as a Public Health Specialist – Prevention Consultant. In this role, the Substance Misuse Prevention Consultant will collaborate with and provide support and technical assistance to community groups aimed at reducing substance misuse in Washington and northeastern Orange Counties.

This position requires strong relationship‑building skills with both internal and external partners across various community sectors. Duties are performed under the supervision of the Public Health Services District Director and involve maintaining a consistent physical presence in the office and community to support program activities and community partnerships, with at least three days in‑office each week and the option to telework the remaining days.

The role also involves collaborating with community partners, interpreting state‑level program guidance to meet community needs, and supporting data analysis and presentation activities.

The Vermont State Telework policy requires employees to work at least three days a week in the office. The Department of Health supports a hybrid work environment that combines in‑person and remote work, and upon hire employees work with their supervisor to create a schedule that aligns with business needs and complies with state policy.

• Three (3) years or more of experience in public health, human services, emergency response, community engagement, program administration, or related health fields.
• Associate degree in public health, public administration, business administration, environmental science, emergency response, human services, social work, social sciences, or related fields and two (2) years or more of related experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in public health, public administration, business administration, environmental science, emergency response, human services, social sciences, or related fields and one (1) year or more of related experience.
• Master’s degree in any of the above fields.
• One (1) year or more of experience as Public Health Specialist I.

As a state employee, you receive a comprehensive benefits package that is approximately 30% of total compensation. Benefits include:

• 80% state‑paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
• 11 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan
• State‑Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)
• 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

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.

Employment decisions are merit‑based. Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.