Join the Team
Considering a career with the UVM Foundation? The foundation of any good career is the way in which an organization aligns with your passions, provides the stability you need, and supports your growth and wellbeing. Click on the sections below to read more about how we do these things for our team members.
A Mission that Matters
The University of Vermont is a premier land-grant research university that changes the world every day, and our mission at the UVM Foundation is to secure the support that makes that possible. At the UVM Foundation, you’ll find a team that is committed to making a positive difference in partnership with the University.
Why Work at UVMF
UVM and the Foundation are located in Burlington, a small city with big opportunities. Home to three colleges, a number of innovative employers, and our beloved cobblestoned downtown area and pedestrian mall, Burlington offers something for everyone. Whether you want to join a crafting co-op, indulge your inner foodie through our local food scene, or get out on your kayak on Lake Champlain, you’ll find it here.
The state draws visitors from all over the globe. World-class skiing, hiking, mountain biking, and more are all within a short drive from our offices. Did we mention the picturesque views of Camel's Hump you'll get on your commute? From paddle boarding to snow shoeing, this state has something outdoorsy for you.
Like the University, our city and state are small enough to feel personal, but big enough to offer exciting diversity and choice in all that they offer. People live here because they want to live here, and once they come to Vermont, they don’t want to leave.
In order to support prospective staff members who might be moving to Vermont to join us, we offer relocation support as well as referral to a local realtor with extensive community profile information.
Benefits That Go Beyond
Sure, you want a competitive salary – and we offer some of the best compensation in Vermont for philanthropic work. But you also want benefits that support you as a human – and that’s where our total compensation package stands out. Whether you are in your first year or your 40th (and yes, we have employees that have worked here that long), our benefits recognize that everyone on our team matters and deserves the kind of support that enables them to bring their best selves to work.
Generous Vacation from Day One
Every employee earns 24 days of vacation per year. We all need time to rest and refresh, so why should you have to work here for 5 years to get the full vacation package?
Immediate Retirement Match + Financial Guidance
Your retirement contributions (a 10% match as long as you participate at 2%) start immediately and you are immediately vested. But rather than just giving you the money, we also provide access to financial advisors to make your best choices in financial planning, including the option to choose between a 403(b) or Roth contributions.
Paid Parental Leave for All Families
We offer 8 weeks of paid parental leave – for any parent, including adoptive and foster parents.
Tuition Benefits for You & Your Family
Want to take classes? We offer tuition benefits for both the University of Vermont and other Vermont state colleges, for you and your dependents (with some restrictions).
Comprehensive, Affordable Health Coverage
Our health coverage options are comprehensive and structured to provide maximum coverages while remaining affordable for our team.
Confidential Employee Assistance & Support Services
Our Employee Assistance Program is the first line of support for employees who need medical, mental health, or legal support.
A Workplace Designed for You
We’ve also done a lot of work in-house to create a supportive environment for team members, including:
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Offering employees the ability to request flexible work schedules;
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Providing an on-site lactation room for nursing parents (which can also be used for meditation or virtual medical appointments);
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Celebrating employees annually through our Employee Appreciation Day (not a conference or forced team fun, just a day to do something you’d enjoy from our menu of options!)
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Employee wellbeing programming each year
