Business Development Executive Jobs in Vermont

Are you a master of organization who loves keeping strategic pieces moving?

At the Vermont Housing Finance Agency (VHFA), we are on a mission to ensure all Vermonters have access to affordable housing. We are looking for an Executive Operations Manager who is part high-level executive confidant, part master project coordinator, and entirely results-driven.

This isn't just an administrative job—it’s the operational heartbeat of our leadership team. If you excel at anticipating needs, managing competing priorities, and keeping cross-functional initiatives on time and on track, we want you on our team.

The Impact You’ll Make

Executive Operations Leadership

• Provide advanced administrative and executive support to the Executive Director, Deputy Executive Director, and Chief Financial Officer.
• Manage complex schedules and logistics across multiple senior leaders, proactively navigating conflicts, and prioritizing high-impact meetings.
• Lead the preparation, agenda development, material compilation, and action tracking for Executive Leadership Team and Board-related meetings.
• Serve as a diplomatic and professional point of coordination between executive leadership, staff, board members, and external partners while managing sensitive information with total discretion.

Project Management & Continuous Improvement

• Develop project plans, track milestones, monitor deadlines, and proactively clear bottlenecks for cross-departmental initiatives.
• Actively look for opportunities to streamline administrative processes, recommending and implementing modern tools that make the entire team more efficient.
• Maintain highly organized records, follow up on deliverables across teams, and support special projects from concept to completion.

What You Bring to the Table

• At least 4 years of progressively responsible administrative/executive support experience (with 3+ years directly supporting senior leaders), OR an equivalent mix of education and experience.
• Proven ability to build task trackers, manage shifting priorities, and keep multiple stakeholders accountable to deadlines.
• Advanced proficiency with the Microsoft 365 suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and total comfort working with financial information and numbers.
• Top-tier verbal and written communication skills with a knack for drafting flawless executive correspondence and presentations.
• A heart for community and a deep alignment with VHFA’s VIIBE values: Integrity, Innovation, Belonging, and Equity.

Work Environment & Flexibility

This position offers a hybrid work structure. You will work in our downtown Burlington office at least 2 days per week (typically Monday through Thursday), with the flexibility to work remotely the remaining days once fully trained and coordinated with your supervisor. You will also join us in-person for required agency meetings and events.

The Perks

• A comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and the family or optional buy-out plan
• Flexible Spending Account & Dependent Care Account
• Company-sponsored Short and Long-Term Disability
• Company-sponsored Life Insurance
• Up to $4,000 educational assistance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Combined Time Off & Holiday Pay
• Up to 6 weeks of paid time off for parental and family leave
• Parking Reimbursement for designated lots
• 403b Savings Account & 457 Retirement Plan

Ready to help us build a stronger community?

Apply today to join our collaborative, solution-oriented team!

Pay: $75,000.00 - $82,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Burlington, VT