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Clearwater Economic Development Assn. Community Development Specialist in Lewiston, Idaho
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Community Development Specialist
Looking for a career that has a positive impact in our region?
Clearwater Economic Development Association is a non-profit corporation based in Lewiston, ID that promotes and assists economic and community development and fosters a stable and diversified economy across Clearwater, Latah, Lewis, Idaho, and Nez Perce Counties.
Responsibilities: The position is the primary role to provide project development services to north central Idaho communities. This position develops and administers community and regional projects and is the face of CEDA with communities. The work CEDA does makes a visible difference across our region. Duties include:
Project Development: Work with clients to conceptualize a project, develop goals and funding resources, and coordinate activities for successful project implementation. Areas include public infrastructure, community facilities, studies, economic development and related opportunities.
Grant Writing: Develop and submit funding applications, primarily Idaho Community Development Block Grants, and other funding programs.
Grant Administration: Successfully perform activities related to grant compliance for local government awardees. Coordinate with grantors to clarify program regulations and ensure program compliance. Review and monitor budgets, labor compliance, payment requests, and fiscal reports on assigned projects and prepare relevant reports.
Relationship Building/Outreach: Develop and sustain relationships with funding agencies, local government officials, engineers/architects, community groups, and others to identify project needs and opportunities, develop solution options, organize and manage planning groups, and identify and solicit the help of experts needed for project development and implementation.
Project Support: Assist other relevant CEDA local and regional planning projects.
Event Support: Assist in planning and execution of CEDA events.
Competencies:
Strong and effective verbal and written communication, including facilitation skills.
Project management capabilities.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and meet firm deadlines.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
Proven experience to work cooperatively as a team member.
Knowledge of funding/grant sources
Capacity to work with and interpret data, manipulate data, and manage files.
Ability to travel and attend day and evening meetings as required.
Obtain Idaho Community Development Block Grant administrator certification (training provided).
Qualifications: Bachelors degree and/or transferable experience to meet the responsibilities and competencies for the position. Preferred qualifications include demonstrated experience in project development and grant writing. Familiarity with the north central Idaho region is desirable. A valid drivers license and personal vehicle are required to meet job-related transportation needs. Mileage reimbursed at federal rate.
Salary: \$56,000 to \$62,000 DOE. CEDA offers a medical/dental/vision plan, 12 paid holidays, paid annual leave, and an employer-matched 401k retirement plan.
Position is open until filled.
Apply: Applicants must provide a resume and cover letter, which address the qualifications and competencies to meet the position requirements, plus three (3) work-related references. Go to www.clearwater-eda.org to submit application or send materials in pdf format directly to <contacts@clearwater-eda.org>
CEDA is an EEO Employer.