Public Service Grants & Economic Growth Program Manager

State-of-Nebraska; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 51,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

13 paid holidays

Vacation and sick leave accrual

State-matched retirement 156%

Tuition reimbursement

Health insurance plans

Dental and vision insurance

Life insurance policy ($20,000)

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Career advancement opportunities

Training and Development

Job summary

The State of Nebraska, Economic Development - Agency 72 in Lincoln, is seeking a Program Manager to oversee a team responsible for community development and administration of grant and loan programs. This role requires strong communication, attention to detail and experience in grant management to ensure policy compliance and successful project outcomes.

Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor's degree as well as three years of related experience; preferred candidates have federal/state grant

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in economics, business, public administration, community or regional planning, marketing or related field.
• Three years related experience; substitution allowed on a year-for-year basis.

Responsibilities

• Oversee grant and loan programs for federal and state funding.
• Plan, assign and direct consultant staff to achieve team goals and ensure policy compliance.
• Review projects for financial and programmatic feasibility and access funding resources.

Skills

Attention to detail

Grant management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in economics, business, public administration, community or regional planning, marketing or related field

Job description

The State of Nebraska, Economic Development - Agency 72 in Lincoln, is seeking a Program Manager to oversee a team responsible for community development and administration of grant and loan programs. This role requires strong communication, attention to detail and experience in grant management to ensure policy compliance and successful project outcomes.

Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor's degree as well as three years of related experience; preferred candidates have federal/state grant