Community Development Coordinator
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:
JR2024-00005839 Community Development Coordinator (Open)

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

Job Description:
Looking to make a direct impact on the good life? The Nebraska Department of Economic Development is seeking a Community Development Coordinator to add to their team to do just that! Working under the supervision and oversight of the Community Development Manager, this position facilitates community development projects across the state by assisting the team in program design and application development, intake, and review. The Community Development Coordinator assists community-based program administrators in program delivery. Candidates should have a passion for community development and problem solving. Join our team and help us "Grow Nebraska'!

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

Collaborate with teammates for maintaining and improving internal record keeping policies to ensure that database management systems and program records are up-to-date, accurate, and complete. Recommend action to program managers and participants for improvement or correction of any deficiencies or operational performance within the incumbent's assigned functional area of grant management and fiscal compliance, along with other programs, to ensure the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) work is effectively meeting the programs goals throughout the State in accordance with federal and state requirements. Assist the Community Development Manager in collecting, analyzing, and meeting program reporting requirements for grant activity expenditures and accomplishments, including working with other team members and program subrecipients. Review, support, and update program documentation submitted by local governments through grant application, implementation, and completion, including the CDBG program. Complete other responsibilities as assigned and 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

Financial, project, or grant management experience. Ability to work within a team framework, including organizing and leading team discussions. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work independently under general supervision. Knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office programs, Adobe Acrobat, and project management software programs. Willingness to learn and an attention to detail.


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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