Programs Representative

State of Oklahoma • Oklahoma City, OK

5d • $50,000 - $57,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Oklahoma Department of Commerce is the State economic development office. Our mission is to cultivate an environment where businesses and communities can grow and thrive. We are a trusted government agency that partners with businesses and communities for strategic and sustainable growth and success, moving Oklahoma forward to becoming a top-ten state. The Oklahoma Department of Commerce seeks to fill a Programs Representative position. This position is a full-time position in the state government. Oklahoma Department of Commerce offers a comprehensive benefits package, including a generous benefit allowance to offset the cost of insurance premiums for employees and their eligible dependents. For more information about the benefit allowance, visit the Oklahoma State Benefits Overview. The annual salary for this position is up to $57,000 based on education and experience. Qualified applicants must submit a cover letter, resume, and list of references.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, preferably in Accounting, Public Administration, Community Planning, Sociology, or any related field, is required.
• At least three years of professional experience developing state plans, ensuring project management, financial management/accounting, or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
• Excellent written/oral, logistical, organizational, and customer service skills.
• Strong software skills in Microsoft Office applications (e.g., Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams), the internet, and other applicable computer applications to be used for communication, data, and project analysis.
• Must be curious, flexible, and willing to learn.
• Excellent interpersonal skills in dealing with internal and external customers of various backgrounds.
• Must be able to take direction when required and operate independently when required.
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws about grants, general accounting knowledge, and the ability to analyze budgetary and accounting data to verify the accuracy of financial information.
• Knowledge of programs related to supporting and implementing housing, public infrastructure rehabilitation, economic development, and community projects benefitting low/moderate-income citizens.
• Ability to identify patterns and anomalies in financial and programmatic documents such as timesheets, general ledgers, and invoices.
• Ability to present material to a group, teach audience members, and answer questions.
• This position is funded in whole or in part by federal grant programs and must comply with all applicable federal laws, regulations, and guidance, including 2 CFR Part 200 (Uniform Guidance) and program-specific requirements from the U.S. Department of Energy, U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, and U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, as applicable, as well as any other federal or state grant programs administered by the agency.
• The employee is responsible for adhering to federal reporting requirements, financial management standards, internal controls, and all relevant state and agency policies related to federal grant administration.

Nice To Haves

• The ideal candidate will have a strong interest and experience in federal block grants, HUD-funded programs, housing programs, energy efficiency, economic development, infrastructure management, or other related fields.
• Experience with the following is strongly preferred but not required: Generally Accepted Accounting Principles; 2 CFR 200; 84 FR 2836; Community Development Block Grant; Community Services Block Grant; HUD HOME or other housing programs; ODEQ or EPA environmental review; FEMA; non-profit administration.

Responsibilities

• Act as a subgrantee point of contact and subject matter expert for assigned programs/projects.
• Review financial documents to ensure compliance with program rules.
• Design specialized training using a technical assistance participatory approach, solving programmatic concerns.
• Ensure compliance with 2 CFR 200.
• Review and assess grantee performance through the analysis of various financial and programmatic documents.
• May review various financial documents from charities, insurance companies, and grantors to identify duplication of benefits.
• May write or review reports on problems found, corrective action to be taken, and establish due dates for resolving the issues identified.
• May examine environmental documents to ensure HUD, ODEQ, and EPA compliance.
• Work with state programmatic, fiscal, and federal staff to ensure the successful closeout of all assigned grants.
• Some in-state and out-of-state travel may be required.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Benefits

• A comprehensive benefits package, including a generous benefit allowance to offset the cost of insurance premiums for employees and their eligible dependents.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level