Program Technician II

State of Vermont • Calais, VT

11d • Onsite

About The Position

The Vermont Department of Labor is looking for an experienced individual to the join the Unemployment Insurance team. This position may include:

Processing reports and payments related to unemployment taxes.
Processing employer refunds.
Making new employer unemployment tax liability determinations.
Maintaining employer account records.
Processing wage record data submitted by employers.

IMMEDIATE NEED: This position will assist in a special project that includes organizing and scanning employer files to prepare for our modernization project. This position requires proficiency with technology and attention to detail.Who May ApplyThis position, Program Technician II (Job Requisition #54436), is open to all State employees and external applicants.If you would like more information about this position, please contact [email protected] note that multiple positions in the same work location may be filled from this job posting.Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.Environmental FactorsDuties are performed predominately in an office setting. Private means of travel should be available for occasional travel when appropriate. Incumbents must be adaptable and able to work within tight time limits and under considerable stress. Some evening and weekend duty may be necessary.

Requirements

• Two years or more of full-time college coursework OR an associate's degree or higher AND two (2) years or more of experience at or above a technical level in program administration (such as administering components of a licensing and certification program, or records management).
• High School diploma or equivalent AND three (3) years or more of experience at or above a technical level in program administration (such as administering components of a licensing and certification program, or records management).
• One (1) year or more of experience as a Program Technician I with the State of Vermont.
• Proficiency with technology
• Attention to detail

Responsibilities

• Processing reports and payments related to unemployment taxes.
• Processing employer refunds.
• Making new employer unemployment tax liability determinations.
• Maintaining employer account records.
• Processing wage record data submitted by employers.
• Organizing and scanning employer files to prepare for our modernization project.

Benefits

• 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 Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree