Economic Development Consultant I

State of Nebraska•Lincoln, NE

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Economic Development is seeking to add an Economic Development Consultant I position to our team. The position will assist with the Department's administration of federal and state housing and community development programs.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in any discipline related to the work assigned.
Experience may substitute for education on a year for year basis.
Ability to understand and interpret state and federal regulations pertaining to federally funded programs.
Experience in grant management, financial document review, accounting principles, practices, methods and procedures.
Must be able to present a valid driver's license or another form of reliable transportation.
Regular and Reliable attendance is required.
Strong written communication skills.
A focus on customer service.
Time management.
Attention to detail.
Commitment to teamwork.
Strong Microsoft Office skills.
A desire to make a difference.
Knowledge of project management procedures.
Knowledge of principles and techniques of public relations.
Knowledge of research practices and techniques.
Knowledge of the organizational structure, functions, policies, and programs of the agency.
Knowledge of the techniques of program research, planning, implementation and evaluation.
Knowledge of Nebraska and it's local and state governmental operations and economy.
Knowledge of the structure of the organizations.
Knowledge of state, local and federal laws and programs relating to community and area development.
Knowledge of community development theory and practice.
Knowledge of available funding sources.
Possesses a basic working knowledge of state an federal economic development programs.
Skill in persuading others to adopt programs.
Skill in communicating with diverse audiences and presenting information to groups or individuals telephonically, electronically, on paper and/or in person.
Ability to prepare and deliver presentations.
Ability to determine effective research methods/processes and sources.
Ability to analyze data and prepare reports.
Ability to interact with and gain the cooperation of community leader, other employees, and the public and maintain effective working relationships.
Ability to relate well with a divers number of individuals or organizations.
Ability to analyze a community's present situation and recommend programs to achieve desired results.

Nice To Haves

Experience with real estate development.
Experience with federal and/or state grant program administration including strategy, planning, program design, program management, data analysis, monitoring and compliance, and/or financial and grants management.

Responsibilities

Gathers and compiles data for use in quarterly reports for federal programs.
Accepts and processes reimbursements for grant programs.
Provides communities and organizations with information relating to community problems, potentials and the development assistance programs available for their use.
Consults communities in the of local development programs in the area of industrial, tourism and community development.
Provides input to program applications and guidelines.
Travel may be required for meetings, trainings or project inspections.
Other duties as assigned within the scope of the job classification.

Benefits

13 paid holidays
Vacation and sick leave that begin accruing immediately
Military leave
156% 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