Local Government Advisor II

Kentucky Personnel Cabinet • Frankfort, KY

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About The Position

The Department for Local Government (DLG) serves the Commonwealth’s local governments. The agency provides assistance in the way of grant and loan assistance, as well as advises counties, cities and special districts in matters of budget, personnel, and other issues relevant to those entities impacted by natural disasters.

Requirements

• EDUCATION: Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree.
• EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: Two years of administrative experience in business, industry, federal, state, or local government.
• Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: Graduate study will substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.
• Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: Administrative experience in one of the above areas will substitute for the required college on a year-for- year basis. Current or prior military experience will substitute for the required college on a year-for-year basis.
• SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): NONE

Nice To Haves

• Team player
• Positive attitude
• Remain informed of updated state legislation
• eMARS knowledge
• Financial budgeting
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Works well individually and with a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide complex planning, technical and management assistance to local governments, federal and state agencies and eligible private, non-profit organizations.
• Serve as a coordinator of HUD Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Programs to include Small Cities (CDBG), Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR), Recovery Housing (RHP) and other HUD funding as awarded to the Commonwealth. Such as complex project planning, application preparation, project implementation & reporting.
• Communicate with grantees through emails, phone calls, and setting up meetings.
• Assist in providing technical assistance to grant recipients.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees