Program Analyst - Rural Infrastructure & Grants Strategy

Appalachian Regional Commission; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Commuting subsidy

Professional development

Job summary

Appalachian Regional Commission seeks a Program Analyst to join the Critical Infrastructure Team in Washington, DC. You will review and manage a portfolio of federal grant projects across water, sewer, broadband, and downtown redevelopment, collaborating with communities and state partners to optimize grant deployment toward critical infrastructure investments.

You will develop innovative strategies and partnerships with key organizations to advance smart technologies and entrepreneurial

Qualifications

• Solid experience in community economic development, esp. rural areas and barriers to overcome.
• Experience in sites, downtown/Main Street, tourism, outdoor recreation, renewable energy, broadband, or brownfield development.
• Adept at grants management processes and agreements for grants.
• Ability to convene diverse groups including federal, state, and local partners.

Responsibilities

• Review and manage a portfolio of federal grant projects related to infrastructure.
• Collaborate with communities and state partners to deploy grant funds effectively.
• Develop strategies and partnerships to advance smart technologies and entrepreneurial approaches.
• Travel as needed and support training and technical assistance.

Skills

Community economic development

Grant management

Facilitating diverse groups

Public speaking

Collaboration with partners

Creative problem solving

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher

Job description

Appalachian Regional Commission seeks a Program Analyst to join the Critical Infrastructure Team in Washington, DC. You will review and manage a portfolio of federal grant projects across water, sewer, broadband, and downtown redevelopment, collaborating with communities and state partners to optimize grant deployment toward critical infrastructure investments.

You will develop innovative strategies and partnerships with key organizations to advance smart technologies and entrepreneurial