Community Development Specialist I

Agency

Dept of Administration

Division

Commission of Indian Affairs

Job Classification Title

Community Development Specialist I (NS)

Position Number

Grade

NC12

About Us

The NC Department of Administration is the business manager for North Carolina state government. The department oversees Government Operations such as building construction purchasing and contracting for goods and services maintaining facilities managing state vehicles acquiring and disposing of real property and operating auxiliary services such as courier mail delivery and the sale of state and federal surplus property. Additionally the department manages many of the states advocacy programs that provide assistance and services to diverse segments of the states population that have been traditionally underserved.

Description of Work

This position serves as the Economic Development Director for the Division of Indian Affairs providing information and technical assistance to individuals and tribes seeking business development funding loans and guidance on starting a business. Responsible for scheduling business seminars workshops symposiums and conferences etc. This position serves as staff support to the Commissions Economic Development and Employment Committee.

This position is responsible for providing technical assistance information and referral services to American Indian tribes and organizations in North Carolina regarding business matters. This position oversees a Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) program and prepares the funding application for the Supporting Undergraduate Native Students Program. This includes preparing and updating materials annually (brochure and application packet). Process SUNS Program Applicants and determine eligibility for program participants in accordance with the grant contract provide services to eligible students including planning and conducting an annual Academic Success Workshop for participating SUNS Program participants. This position is also responsible for preparing the grant application for the operation of the USDA Program. The position is responsible for managing both grant programs including grant expenditures budget reports modifications amendments and required reports. Supervision of program staff and other duties as assigned.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

This posting will close at 11:59pm the night before the end date.

This is a repost. Previous applicants are still under consideration.

MAX SALARY FOR THIS POSITION IS: $57567

Recruitment Range: $47703-$57567

NOTE: See Resume is not acceptable to show work history.

60% Manage Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) Program

Manage Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) Program including writing grant program development and monitoring and evaluating program success.
Administer Supporting Undergraduate Native Students (SUNS) Program designed to provide supportive services to American Indian college students that encourages them to enroll stay in school and graduate from a community college or university.
Determine student eligibility and provide services to participating students.
Conduct Annual Academic Success Workshop for participating students.
Participate in meetings task forces etc. with delegated authority to represent the interests of the commission.
Design and develop informational material on programs.
Complete weekly monthly quarterly and annual reports for Economic Development Program.

25% Manage the USDA Packager Program

Manage USDA Packager Program including assisting applicants in preparing and submitting complete and accurate USDA 502/504 Direct Loan and Grant applications.

Conduct outreach and coordinate training for tribal communities to inform them of USDA program guidelines and certification processes.

Serve as a liaison between applicants tribal organizations and the USDA. Ensure Compliance with USDA regulations and track applications through approval or denial.

Manage one Program Coordinator who will be a direct report.

Provide reports and analytics of the USDA program.

Participate in train-the-trainer workshops with the American Indian Communities.

Assist with program development monitoring and evaluating program success and supervision of staff.
Monitor grant expenditures; prepare grant amendments and budget modifications and reports.
Assist in the planning and coordination of the Annual American Indian Energy Education Events and Activities. Conference.
Supervise assigned staff.


10% Administrative Responsibilities

Process ITS invoices for payments. Other duties assigned by the Supervisor.
Approve staff time in BEACON system

5% Recognition Committee & Education Committee Staff Support Recognition Committee

Prepare meeting budget authorizations for Departmental approval.
Prepare travel reimbursement forms for committee members and submit to fiscal for payment processing.

Education Committee

Prepare meeting budget authorizations for Departmental approval.
Prepare travel reimbursement forms for committee members and submit to fiscal for payment processing.
Prepare and disseminate committee meeting notices and minutes to committee members

Minimum Education and Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an equivalent combination of education and experience. If that language appears below then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

Bachelors degree in sociology psychology political science business administration public administration or related field from an appropriately accredited institution and three years of experience related to the specific program assignment; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination harassment or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy childbirth or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs observances and practices.

Recruiter:

Lauren Michelle Scott

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