Business Project Manager

Overview

Are you interested in learning about the health insurance landscape in Vermont?  Why do we have the health care coverage options we do?  How can we make them better?  The Department of Vermont Health Access is seeking a Business Project Manager to support exciting policy initiatives that will explore just that. Join our team to help Vermonters access quality and affordable health care.
 
This position will be the point person at DVHA for projects and strategic policy initiatives related to Vermont's health insurance marketplace. This will involve tracking a dynamic policy environment and determining when policy changes impact the marketplace, including Vermont Health Connect.  Projects could be related to health insurance benefits, qualified health plans, employer sponsored coverage, health reimbursement arrangements, tax credits and financial assistance programs, affordability initiatives, or alternative individual health coverage options.  Vermont has received Rural Health Transformation (RHT) funding that will support a statewide affordability assessment that could shape the future of the marketplace.  This position will be at the center of that workstream and will be charged with connecting the various players within Vermont's health insurance system to ensure alignment and momentum.  
 
Job duties include research and policy analysis, project management, coordination of internal and external workgroups, presentation development, and report drafting.  A successful candidate will demonstrate a passion for learning about the policy and regulatory basis of the health insurance marketplace and DVHA's role in administering it.  They will have excellent research and communications skills and a demonstrated ability to coordinate with internal and external partners on the achievement of goals. Knowledge and experience with health insurance regulation or health care policy is preferred.
 
Mission:
The Department of Vermont Health Access (DVHA)'s mission is to improve Vermonters' health and well-being by providing access to high-quality, cost-effective health care. We have identified three priorities that support our mission: Advancing value-based payments, modernizing information technology infrastructure, and operational performance improvement. Our department commits to executing our responsibilities and priorities while adhering to three core values: Transparency, Integrity and Service.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:
As part of our values of transparency, integrity, and service, we are committed to supporting diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility as part of our person-centered culture. We actively celebrate our colleagues' and future colleagues' different abilities, racial identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, age, and gender. Everyone is welcome and supported here.

Our State:
Vermont is a "small but mighty" state. We are ranked as one of the top 10 states to raise a family in 2022. We are nationwide leaders for progressive social and educational policies.  We are in Northern New England, 1.5 hours from Montreal and 3.5 hours from Boston. We have beautiful Lake Champlain, the Green Mountains, and year-round outdoor activities. As of July 12, 2026, the step 1 rate for pay grade 26 will be $33.53 per hour and the step 15 rate will be $52.55 per hour.

Who May Apply

This position, Business Project Manager (Job Requisition #55153), is open to all State employees and external applicants.
If you would like more information about this position, please contact [email protected]
Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail.  You must apply online to be considered.
Please note that multiple positions in the same work location may be filled from this job posting.

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

Work is performed in a standard office setting, but some travel may be required.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree AND four (4) years or more of experience where the primary role was project management.

OR

Associate's degree AND six (6) years or more of experience where the primary role was project management.

OR

High School diploma or equivalent AND eight (8) years or more of experience where the primary role was project management.

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

Want the specifics? Explore the Benefits of State Employment on our website.

Equal Opportunity Employer