Community Development Consultant I
State of Nebraska

The work we do matters!

Hiring Agency:
Economic Development - Agency 72

Location:
Lincoln Job Posting

Hiring Rate:
$23.577

Classification Salary Range:
$23.58 - $34.76

Job Posting:
JR2024-00005849 Community Development Consultant I (Open)

Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed):
05-10-2024

Job Description:
The Department of Economic Development receives over $20 million in aid for federal and State of Nebraska programs that assist with community development, infrastructure, economic development, and strategic planning. The Economic Development Consultant's primary focus relates to program compliance monitoring throughout the state of Nebraska. The individual works under the direction and oversight of the Economic Development Coordinator and input from the Economic Development Program Manager. The person works independently and with other members of DED teams, other State and Federal agency staff, and communities/ organizations.

Look at what we have to offer!

• 13 paid holidays
• Vacation and sick leave that begin accruing immediately
• Military leave
• 156% (that's not a typo!) state-matched retirement
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee assistance program
• 79% employer paid health insurance plans
• Dental and vision insurance plans
• Employer-paid $20,000 life insurance policy
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) through the Federal government
• Wide variety and availability of career advancement as the largest and most diverse employer in the State
• Opportunity to be part of meaningful work and make a difference through public service
• Training and Development based on your career aspirations
• Fun, inviting teammates
• A safe and secure environment

At the State, we stand by our core values of treating others with dignity and respect, acting ethically in all situations, and creating an environment where our customer is our top priority. Apply to join our team today!

Job duties

This position assists local government officials/community development providers in the implementation of community development projects through the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program in partnership with other resource providers. This position will work with department staff, administrators of department-funded projects, other public organizations, and local/state governmental entities to perform duties related to the implementation of CDBG program at the state and local level. The position provides engagement and collaboration with the finance, program, and compliance teams for assisting the CDBG grant delivery process. This position performs many administrative duties associated with serving as a Community Development program representative for the Department's Community Development (CPD) programs. This position is responsible for the reviewing, interpreting, monitoring, implementing, and document reporting utilizing federal and State regulations and guidelines for compliance with state and federal programs. This duty may require travel throughout the state of Nebraska. Complete other duties as assigned within the scope of the classification.

Requirements / Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in any discipline related to the work assigned. Experience may substitute for education on a year for year basis.

Preferred Qualifications: Experience in federal grant management or reporting, project management, economic or community development, accounting, bookkeeping, customer service, development of policies and procedures, and/or experience with communities in rural Nebraska.

Other: Regular and reliable attendance is required. This position requires occasional travel and overnight stays, including out-of-state-travel. As such, the incumbent must be able to present a valid driver's license or another form of reliable transportation.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

The ability to communicate with the public, government officials, and community groups. The ability to inform groups or individuals about programs, application documents, and other requirements, interact with and gain the confidence and cooperation of community leaders, consultants, government officials, and business leaders, and department officials by presenting facts both orally and in writing. Other necessary skill sets include organizational skills, critical thinking skills, database user skills, and the ability to coordinate people and programs. Knowledge and experience with Microsoft programs, Shareware, Adobe Acrobat, and project management software programs.


Benefits

We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.

Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! For more information on benefits currently offered to permanent teammates, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits

Equal Opportunity Statement

The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.

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