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Resilience Coordinator - Limited Service

State of Vermont, Montpelier, VT, United States


Title: Resilience Coordinator - Limited Service

Department: Natural Resources Agency

Location: Montpelier, VT, US

Position Type: Limited Service

Schedule Type: Full Time

Minimum Salary: $29.15/hour, Maximum Salary: $45.58/hour

Application Deadline: 05/13/2026

Overview
The Agency of Natural Resources’ Climate Action Office is recruiting for an Environmental Analyst V – Resilience Coordinator to support the Agency’s work on climate resilience and adaptation.

This position will assist in climate adaptation program development, provide technical assistance to partners, and coordinate municipal climate planning cohort programs, engaging with state agencies, municipalities, and other stakeholders.

Responsibilities & Scope

Support climate resilience and adaptation initiatives aligned with the Global Warming Solutions Act.

Provide technical assistance to state agencies, municipalities, regional planning commissions, nonprofits, and businesses.

Maintain and update CAO‑developed tools such as the Municipal Climate Toolkit and Municipal Vulnerability Indicators Tool.

Develop municipal climate planning cohort programs and actionable frameworks aligned with Vermont’s planning requirements.

Coordinate with state agencies, regional planning commissions, municipal officials, community partners, and counterparts in other states through regional and national working groups.

Assist in monitoring, assessment, and tracking of climate adaptation, mitigation, and resilience activities.

Engage in field visits, including travel by private means, and support positive relationships with diverse stakeholders.

Ideal Candidate

Familiarity with climate adaptation concepts and climate change science.

Knowledge of municipal, regional, and state planning processes.

Experience with vulnerability assessment methodologies.

Strong project management and communication skills, including ability to translate complex technical information into plain language.

Proficiency with GIS software and spatial data analysis, particularly for mapping climate hazards or vulnerability.

Experience working with data tools and maintaining publicly facing resources.

Minimum Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in a biological, life, or physical science, engineering, social science, data science, environmental or natural resources field AND two (2) or more years of experience in a natural resources field.

• OR Master's degree or higher in the same fields AND one (1) or more years of experience in a natural resources field.

• OR Five (5) years or more of experience in engineering, environmental, social science, data science, or natural resources field.

Who May Apply
This position is open to all State employees and external applicants. It is a limited service position, non‑tenured and authorized for a specific period of time. Multiple positions may be filled from this posting.

Resumes will not be accepted via e‑mail. Applications must be submitted online.

Contact jane.lazorchak@vermont.gov for more information about the duration of the position or other details.

Total Compensation
As a State employee, you receive a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, worth about 30% of total compensation, including:

80% State paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and families

Work/Life balance: 11 paid holidays and a generous leave plan

State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)

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

The State of Vermont celebrates diversity and is committed to providing an inclusive environment. The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, HIV status, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military service, or any protected class. The State’s employment decisions are merit‑based. Retaliatory adverse actions are forbidden.

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