New Job Aot Contracts Specialist I - Limited Service In Vermont

Overview

The Contract Administration (CA) section at the Agency of Transportation (AOT) is a fast-paced setting dedicated to innovation and improvement in serving our internal and external customers. The incumbent will serve as a Contract Specialist in the Grants Unit. The Grants Unit is responsible for accurately and efficiently processing grant funding to sub-recipients for the Agency. This position requires the ability to ensure compliance with state and federal regulatory requirements.

Who May Apply

This position, AOT Contracts Specialist I (Job Requisition #47088), is open to all State employees and external applicants. This is a Limited Service position, which is non-tenured and authorized through 09/30/2026. Limited Service positions are established for specially funded projects or programs.
If you would like more information about this position, please contact Tricia Scribner at [email protected].
Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.

Class Definition

This class is the first of four levels within the Agency of Transportation (AOT) Contracts Specialist series. Basic level procurement and contracting work involving assembling documents to support procurement through contract execution, maintaining transparency data, and prequalifying contractors. Work is performed under and administrative or professional manager.

Environmental Factors

Duties are performed in an office setting. Communication with contractors is present.

Minimum Qualifications

Associates degree or certificate program in contract administration, public administration, accounting, business management, legal, or related field.

OR

High school or equivalent AND one (1) year or more of experience at a technical level in contract administration or a related field.

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
• Dental Plan at no cost for employees and their families
• Flexible Spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
• Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan
• Work/Life balance: 11 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan; many jobs also allow for a flexible schedule
• Low cost group life insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 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.