Deputy Commissioner - Vermont Health Access (Waterbury, VT, US)

Overview

The Department of Vermont Health Access (DVHA) is seeking a dynamic and adaptable executive to serve as Deputy Commissioner on its leadership team. DVHA administers the Vermont Medicaid publicly funded health plan and the state's health insurance marketplace, Vermont Health Connect. The Department plays a central role in ensuring Vermonters have access to high-quality, cost-effective health coverage and care.

 

DVHA operates within a unique model as a state-run health plan, while also supporting broader Medicaid program functions that extend across multiple departments within Agency of Human Services (AHS). As the health care landscape continues to evolve, DVHA is focused on strengthening access, affordability, system stability, and performance.

 

The Deputy Commissioner is one of the three executives who report to the Commissioner and is a key component of DVHA's leadership team which is comprised of the three executives, General Counsel, Medical Director, Financial Director, Administrative Director, and Communications Director.  The three executives oversee the following portfolios: Eligibility and Enrollment; Managed Care; Performance and Operations.

 

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.

 

Why Join DVHA?
At DVHA, your work directly impacts the health and well-being of Vermonters. You'll join a collaborative, mission-driven organization committed to innovation, equity, and continuous improvement --where your leadership will help shape the future of Medicaid in Vermont.

 

The statutory salary range for this position is $120,189 to $180,284. Starting salary is negotiable based on education and experience.

Who May Apply

This position, Deputy Commissioner - Vermont Health Access (Job Requisition #54852), is open to all State employees and external applicants.
If you would like more information about this position, please contact dashawn.groves@vermont.gov
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

Duties are performed primarily in a standard office setting but some travel may be anticipated for which private means of transportation must be available. Some work outside of regular business hours may be required. Contact with people with strong opinions will be encountered for which tact and diplomacy will be required.

Special Requirements

Candidates must pass any level of background investigation applicable to the position.

AHS Policy 4.02, Hiring Standards, pursuant to 20 V.S.A. 2056c or other applicable statutory authority, requires criminal record checks for all AHS positions, including motor vehicle driving record checks and national record checks where appropriate.

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.