Overview

The Child Development Division (CDD) of the Department for Children and Families is hiring for a Licensing Field Specialist I position. This position works in CDD's Child Care Licensing Unit and is home-based. CDD is based out of the Waterbury State Office Complex, and the Licensing Unit periodically meets at the complex for monthly team meetings and additional occasional events; a successful candidate will need a reliable transportation.

 

The Child Care Licensing Unit is responsible for regulating center-based child care, afterschool care, family child care, and prekindergarten programs in Vermont. Key responsibilities of the Licensing Field Specialist I position include: 

• Leading and supporting compliance monitoring of Vermont child cares and prekindergarten programs; 
• Leading and supporting complaint investigations regarding child care programs;
• Providing technical assistance to child care providers regarding the administration of child care programs in alignment with child care regulations; 
• Managing a dedicated caseload of child care programs.

 

We have a diverse team that relies on teamwork and collaboration. We welcome applicants with different and/or unique backgrounds, experiences, and/or perspectives to join our team. We are seeking an individual who has experience in child care licensing, is reliable, takes initiative, manages stress well, is adaptable, and self-motivated. The right candidate will also have strong written and interpersonal communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Candidates will need to be able to use sound judgment to make decisions based on pertinent facts gathered and analyzed. 

 

This is a Limited Service position that is currently approved through June, 2026, and may be extended further (that decision will be made in early 2026).

Who May Apply

This position, Licensing Field Specialist I - Limited Service (Job Requisition #54359), is open to all State employees and external applicants. This is a Limited Service position, which is non-tenured and authorized for a specific period of time. Limited Service positions are established for specially funded projects or programs. 
If you would like more information about this position, please contact Kelly Lyford at kelly.lyford@vermont.gov.
Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.

 

AHS BACKGROUND CHECKS: Candidates must pass any level of background investigation applicable to the position.  In accordance with AHS Policy 4.02, Hiring Standards, Vermont and/or national criminal record checks, as well as DMV and adult and child abuse registry checks, as appropriate to the position under recruitment, will be conducted on candidates, with the exception of those who are current classified state employees seeking transfer, promotion or demotion into an AHS classified position or are persons exercising re-employment (RIF) rights.

Environmental Factors

Duties are performed in a variety of settings ranging from small family childcare home programs to large childcare facilities, offices and courtrooms. Considerable field travel is required for which a State of Vermont vehicle is provided along with a cell phone.  An operating home internet connection is required.  An ability to set up a workspace within the home that allows the maintenance of confidentiality is also required.

Highly emotional situations and strong differences of opinion will be encountered.  Must be adaptable and able to work within tight time limits and under considerable stress.  Some evening and weekend work are required.

Minimum Qualifications

Master's degree or higher in early childhood, elementary education, social work, human services, child development, or related field AND one (1) year or more of experience at a professional level in early childhood or elementary education, regulated childcare, or child welfare involving administration, regulation, supervision and/or teaching.

OR

Bachelor's degree in early childhood, elementary education, social work, human services, child development, or related field AND two (2) years or more of successful experience at a professional level in early childhood or elementary education, regulated childcare, or child welfare involving administration, regulation, supervision and/or teaching. 

OR

Associate degree in early childhood, human services, child development, or related field AND four (4) years or more of successful experience at a professional level in early childhood or elementary education, regulated childcare, or child welfare involving administration, regulation, or supervision and/or teaching.

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: 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

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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.