Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program Associate

Are you looking for a chance to make an impact in your State? The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's Budget Office is looking for a talented and driven professional to support the Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program Division (RACP). Apply now and launch a rewarding career that will make possible many community and regional economic, cultural, civic, recreational, and historical improvement projects that benefit all people in Pennsylvania. This position provides opportunity for advancement!

The responsibilities of this role involve learning and facilitating the inner workings and processes of RACP grant drafting and project approvals. You will pave the way for project success through issue resolution, analyzing various documents, and ensuring compliance with program and timeliness requirements, with your supervisor's guidance to develop and enhance your overall work quality, soundness of recommendations and solutions, and effectiveness. Work involves drafting grant agreements, comprehensive analysis and review of project documentation and correspondence to ensure precise support for each project's special conditions, and proper processing of assigned project grant agreements and amendments for time extensions and additional funding.

An accuracy-oriented mindset is essential for your part in our work to identify and collaboratively resolve any issues and problems impacting grant drafting, while your clear communication skills will be crucial for assisting consultants, grantees, and sub-grantees with prompt responses on inquiries regarding project status, program requirements, and effective solutions. Apply now, achieve your professional goals, and empower positive change in Pennsylvania with our team!

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) full-time with occasional in office days when work dictates such requirements. 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. More details can be provided during the interview process.
• 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:

• One year of professional experience in community or economic development, project management, urban planning, public finance or economics; and a bachelor's degree in community and economic development, public administration, business administration or related field; or
• An equivalent combination of training and experience that includes one year of professional experience in community or economic development, project management, urban planning, public finance or economics..

Additional Requirements:

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.