Licensing Field Specialist I - Limited Service - Remote Eligible

Licensing Field Specialist I Limited Service

We are hiring for a Licensing Field Specialist I limited service position. This position works in the Child Care Licensing Unit of the DCF's Child Development Division as a home-based position. Our unit is responsible for regulating center-based child care, afterschool care, family child care, and prekindergarten programs in Vermont. A Licensing Field Specialist I is responsible for compliance monitoring, complaint investigations, providing technical assistance, and case managing licenses.

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.

If you have questions about this position, please feel free to contact Licensing Supervisor Kelly Lyford at kelly.lyford@vermont.gov or at (802) 279-1229.

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.