Under the limited supervision of a supervisory official in a State department, institution, or agency, performs complex technical duties and functions as an independent worker for prescribed technical projects or programs requiring the independent application of rules, regulations, policies, and procedures to varying situations within the particular area of assignment; does other related duties as required. Specific to the Position Provides support to functions such as grant/contract compliance monitoring, program monitoring, or fiscal compliance and budgetary assistance. Provides technical assistance to state and/or local communities or agencies, completing forms or applications, reviewing documents for accuracy and content, resolving complaints, or interpreting rules, regulations, policies, and procedures for the public, and/or others. Participates in conducting surveys, investigations, task forces, special studies, and innovative projects and, when required, prepares reports containing findings, conclusions, and recommendations. Assists in coordinating, gathering, compiling, assembling, analyzing, and interpreting data required by the supervisory official and/or professional staff in completing assigned tasks. Independently consults with representatives of various interested parties to exchange information, discuss unusual problems and develop solutions.