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EASTERN PLAINS ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION Community Development Specialist in EKALAKA, Montana
Location is flexible, and will be considered in Carter, Dawson, Fallon, Prairie or Wibaux County.
QUALIFICATIONS INCLUDE:
- Valid driver's license, some use of a personal vehicle may be required with appropriate mileage reimbursement
- Excellent writing, research and project management skills
- Demonstrated competency in persuasive writing, team collaboration, effective verbal and written communication and attention to detail
- Working knowledge of State, Federal and private grant/loan programs
- Experience with community planning projects and downtown revitalization
- Competency in development and tracking of project budgets and financial management
- Experience with public speaking and group facilitation
- Skilled in coordinating large, complex projects, meeting deadlines and working effectively under pressure.
- Ability to prepare written reports to funding partners and present summaries of collaboration and leveraging efforts to project committees
- Some travel within the five county service area; occasional travel outside the region, including overnight travel to attend meetings, workshops and training seminars
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, with occasional evening hours
- Ability to communicate with the public, co-workers, and stakeholder groups on a regular basis
- Three years of experience, or a Bachelor Degree, desired
DUTIES INCLUDE:
- Facilitate community projects that contribute to successful business operations and vibrant communities
- Administer federal, state, or foundation grants
- Project planning, outreach and research
- Grant writing
- Project Management
- Administrative, record keeping, project budget management and compliance
- Provide administrative support related to all activities of the EPEDC
- Prepare minutes, in addition to quarterly and annual reports to funding partners
Part-time position, working 20 hours per week; flexible schedule, with occasional evening hours.
$17.00 - $19.00 per hour, depending on experience. Full benefit package, including health insurance stipend and contribution to retirement program available
Submit a COVER LETTER and RESUME to tburman@epedc.com, or, mail to PO Box 321, Baker, MT 59313.