Provide administrative and clinical leadership for the Vermont Immunization Program. Supervise staff and ensure equitable distribution of work. Lead the Immunization Program's efforts in working with health care providers, responding to needs of the health care provider community, and implementing or enhancing services to support the delivery and provision of immunizations. Provide timely data, information on program efforts, and training to health care provider practices. Assume responsibility for overall management of CDC immunization grants and collaborate with CDC to plan and implement required activities to meet program requirements. Stay informed about CDC recommendations for vaccines and determine which vaccines are provided through the Vermont Immunization Program. Work across the Health Department and Agency of Human Services to coordinate immunization efforts for at-risk populations, meet statutory requirements, and prevent duplication of effort. Provide leadership for the statutorily required Immunization Advisory Committee and the Immunization Funding Advisory Committee. Communicate with insurers and monitor the impact of the Vermont Vaccine Purchasing Program, proposing changes as needed to ensure success of the program. The Vermont Department of Health is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the department's diversity and commitment to fostering an environment of mutual respect, acceptance, and equal opportunity. We're seeking people of all genders and backgrounds who are dedicated to improving health conditions for all Vermonters. Our work is best when a rich array of voices is included. Black, Indigenous, People of Color, people who identify as LGBTQIA , persons with disabilities, immigrants, and people from all economic backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) AND eight (8) years or more of professional nursing experience working in public health, community health* or specialty area INCLUDING three (3) years or more of administrative or supervisory experience.
Possession of, or eligibility for, licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) in Vermont OR eligible to practice in the state of Vermont via a multi-state license.
*Community Health Nursing is defined as school nursing, home health nursing, home visiting nurses and community nurse health educators.
NOTE: Must maintain Vermont licensure as a Registered Nurse OR eligible to practice in the state of Vermont via a multi-state license as a condition of employment
Preferred Qualifications
Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) or Master of Public Administration (MPH).
Public Health in Vermont
Our many programs and initiatives help Vermonters live fuller, healthier lives from birth through old age.
We focus on prevention, one of the best investments that can be made in health. We promote healthy behaviors such as eating a healthy diet, having regular physical activity, and not smoking or abusing alcohol or other drugs.
We work to improve access to health services such as immunizations, mammograms, HIV/AIDS testing and care, and prenatal care. We investigate disease outbreaks and take action to control the spread of illness.
We license physicians and hospitals, emergency medical personnel and services, inspect food and lodging establishments, and enforce health regulations. We prepare for and respond to public health threats and emergencies.
We continually track and report on the health status of Vermonters, health risks and behaviors, and progress toward meeting Healthy Vermonters 2020 goals. We empower Vermonters with current, correct and credible information to stay safe and healthy.
And it is our calling in public health to focus on avoidable inequalities, especially for those people who have experienced socioeconomic disadvantage and social injustice.