Economic Development Analyst 1

Is working independently and sharing reliable insights something you find appealing? The Department of Community and Economic Development is looking for your expertise today to support the HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME) federal block grant program. In this position, you will take charge of organizing and overseeing grantees, ensuring everything runs smoothly. Your role will also involve assessing grant applications and making recommendations for approval. If you are ready to make a difference and contribute to community development, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join us in this important work and help shape the future of our communities!

In this role, you are responsible for organizing and executing the oversight of grantees, evaluating, and recommending grant applications for approval, and independently assessing the programmatic capacity of each grantee seeking assistance. Additionally, you will engage in communication with local elected officials and their staff concerning the activities and appropriate utilization of HOME and other Housing and Urban Development (HUD) special purpose grant funds within the Center for Community & Housing Development. Your duties encompass ensuring compliance with grant requirements and fostering collaboration among stakeholders to enhance community development initiatives.

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 60-minute lunch.
• Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) full-time. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg.
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• A bachelor's degree in business or public administration or a related field; or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training.
• Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within 3 months of graduating with a qualifying degree.

• You must have two or more years of work experience in grant administration.
• You must have two or more years of work experience performing analytical work.
• You must be willing and able to work in Dauphin County, Harrisburg, Pennsylvania.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

• Degree in public administration, urban planning, political science or a closely related field.
• Professional work experience in community planning or development of affordable housing.
• Experience administering the HOME Investment Partnerships Program.
• Experience administering, managing or working as an analyst or compliance staff member on any federal, state or local grant programs involving community development or affordable housing.
• Experience in reviewing, evaluating or assisting with determinations for applications requesting grant funds.

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

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If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.