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for each person: new jobs, family, politics and pandemic safety among them.

“I’d like to know if these new Vermonters are considering staying, and I hope the answer is yes,” he wrote. “I think the state should be doing its best to retain new Vermonters that have moved here in recent years.”

Vermont’s rapidly aging population — reflected in the latest figures — could have long-term impacts for the state’s economy, public services and health care, he said. But he thinks there are still high levels of interest in Vermont.

“The pandemic caused a societal-level moment of reflection. People had to consider what was most important to them, what kind of life they wanted to live,

Human Resources

Benefits & Payroll Administrator

There is no better time to join our team! Northfield Savings Bank, founded in 1867, is the largest banking institution headquartered in Vermont. We are committed to providing a welcoming work environment for all.

Our Human Resources team is GROWING,and we are looking for a professional to join our exceptional HR team in our Berlin Operations Center.

Job Responsibilities & Requirements

The Benefits & Payroll Administrator will be responsible for processing bi-weekly payroll, handing employee benefits information updates, maintaining employee files and reports, and will act as the primary contact for internal questions and requests related to benefits and payroll.

The successful candidate will have excellent verbal and written communication skills, be highly organized, and have a high attention to detail. This position will support the HR team in many capacities, while supporting the organization and maintaining confidentiality. A high school diploma, general education degree (GED) or equivalent is required.

Prior Human Resources, Office Management, or Accounting experience is welcomed.

Opportunity for Growth

Our team will encourage and help you develop within Human Resources, providing guidance on how to obtain appropriate HR certifications. The average years of service for an NSB employee is 9! If you’re looking to start or continue your HR career, join us!

What NSB Can Offer You

Competitive compensation based on experience. Well-rounded benefits package. Profit-Sharing opportunity. 401(k) matching retirement program. Professional development. Positive work environment supported by a team culture. Work/Life Balance!

Please send an NSB Application & your resume in confidence to: Careers@nsbvt.com or mail to: Northfield Savings Bank Human Resources PO Box 7180, Barre, VT 05641

He said Vermont has a window of opportunity to address that demand by creating additional housing capacity and planning for sustainable — and equitable — population growth.

Research before the pandemic showed that people moving into the state tended to have higher incomes than people leaving. Chu is concerned that trend could continue going forward.

“We can either say, ‘oh, yeah, people are going to want to move here, that’s going to help with our workforce issues in the long term’ and then sort of be reactive when that movement happens,” he said. “Or we can be proactive and say, ‘how do we set up our state to be welcoming and a viable option for everyone and anyone across the socioeconomic spectrum?’”