Job Description

Workforce & Economic Development Planner – Rutland Regional Planning Commission

Location: Rutland, Vermont

Position Type: Full-time

The Rutland Regional Planning Commission (RRPC) is seeking a Workforce & Economic Development Planner to support workforce development, economic planning, and regional collaboration across the Rutland Region. This position focuses on workforce programming, employer and training partnerships, grant-funded initiatives, and regional economic development coordination, working with municipalities, employers, schools, nonprofits, state agencies, and regional partners. This is a project-focused position that blends program management, grants, and community coordination.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and implement the Workforce Opportunities for Rural Communities (WORC) grant from the U.S. Department of Labor, including partnerships, reporting, and compliance.
• Organize and support the Rutland Region Workforce Investment Board (RRWIB), including meeting coordination, agendas, and stakeholder engagement.
• Support the development and ongoing management of the West Central Vermont Economic Development District (WCVTEDD) and its Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS).
• Maintain and advance regional workforce and economic development initiatives, including career pathways, employer engagement, and training programs.
• Assist with grant writing, grant administration, reporting, and compliance for workforce and economic development programs.
• Coordinate projects, consultants, and partners across multiple funding sources and initiatives.
• Support regional and municipal economic development planning, data analysis, and implementation.
• Plan and facilitate meetings, workshops, and events with employers, educators, workforce partners, and community stakeholders.
• Collaborate with RRPC staff across transportation, land use, housing, and energy programs to integrate workforce and economic development goals into regional planning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in planning, public administration, economics, workforce development, education, or a related field.
• Familiarity with or interest in workforce development, economic development, and regional planning systems.
• Understanding of or interest in federal and state workforce and economic development programs, including U.S. Department of Labor grants.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with data analysis, reporting, or GIS is a plus.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, work independently and collaboratively, and meet deadlines.
• Experience in grant writing, project management, and public-sector or nonprofit work.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with workforce development programs, employer engagement, career pathways, or education and training initiatives.
• Familiarity with federal or state grant programs (USDOL, EDA, ACCD, or similar).
• Experience working with employers, school districts, training providers, or economic development organizations.
• Experience with facilitation, meeting management, or coalition-building.
• Background in public engagement, communications, or data-driven planning.

Why Join RRPC?

• Opportunity to work on high-impact workforce and economic development initiatives that directly support local employers, students, and jobseekers.
• Collaborative and supportive team environment.
• Strong emphasis on professional development and training.
• Competitive salary range of $50,000–$80,000 with a comprehensive benefits package including:
• Employer-paid health, dental, and life insurance
• Vermont Municipal Employees Retirement System (VMERS)
• Generous paid time off and 13 paid holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Professional development support
• Flexible/hybrid work schedule

Application Process

For consideration, applicants should submit a cover letter and resume (PDF) to:
Devon Neary, Executive Director, devon@rutlandrpc.org.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and the position will remain open until filled.

The Rutland Regional Planning Commission is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Rutland, Vermont 05701

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