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Hiring Agency:

Economic Development - Agency 72

Location:

Lincoln, NE

Hiring Rate:

$25.143

Job Posting:

JR2026-00029577 Economic Development Consultant I (Open)

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Job Description:

The Department of Economic Development is seeking to add an Economic Development Consultant I position to our team. The position will assist with the Department's administration of federal and state housing and community development programs.

Look at what we have to offer!
• 13 paid holidays
• Vacation and sick leave that begin accruing immediately
• Military leave
• 156% (that's not a typo!) state-matched retirement
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee assistance program
• 79% employer paid health insurance plans
• Dental and vision insurance plans
• Employer-paid $20,000 life insurance policy
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) through the Federal government
• Wide variety and availability of career advancement as the largest and most diverse employer in the State
• Opportunity to be part of meaningful work and make a difference through public service
• Training and Development based on your career aspirations
• Fun, inviting teammates
• A safe and secure environment
At the State, we stand by our core values of treating others with dignity and respect, acting ethically in all situations, and creating an environment where our customer is our top priority. Apply to join our team today!

 

Job Duties: Gathers and compiles data for use in quarterly reports for federal programs. Accepts and processes reimbursements for grant programs. Provides communities and organizations with information relating to community problems, potentials and the development assistance programs available for their use. Consults communities in the of local development programs in the area of industrial, tourism and community development. Provides input to program applications and guidelines.

The ability to understand and interpret state and federal regulations pertaining to federally funded programs is critical to success in this position. The ideal candidate will have experience in grant management, financial document review, accounting principles, practices, methods and procedures. Travel may be required for meetings, trainings or project inspections. Other duties as assigned within the scope of the job classification.

Requirements / Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in any discipline related to the work assigned. Experience may substitute for education on a year for year basis.

Preferred Qualifications: Experience with real estate development. Experience with federal and/or state grant program administration including strategy, planning, program design, program management, data analysis, monitoring and compliance, and/or financial and grants management.

Other: This position requires travel. As such, the incumbent must be able to present a valid driver's license or another form of reliable transportation. Regular and Reliable attendance is required.

 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Strong written communication skills, a focus on customer service, time management, attention to detail, commitment to teamwork, strong Microsoft Office skills and a desire to make a difference are some of the qualities we are looking for in the ideal candidate for this position.

Knowledge of: project management procedures; principles and techniques of public relations; research practices and techniques; the organizational structure, functions, policies, and programs of the agency; the techniques of program research, planning, implementation and evaluation; Nebraska and it's local and state governmental operations and economy; the structure of the organizations; state, local and federal laws and programs relating to community and area development; community development theory and practice; available funding sources. Possesses a basic working knowledge of state an federal economic development programs.

Skill in: persuading others to adopt programs; communicating with diverse audiences and presenting information to groups or individuals telephonically, electronically, on paper and/or in person.

Ability to: prepare and deliver presentations; determine effective research methods/processes and sources; analyze data and prepare reports; interact with and gain the cooperation of community leader, other employees, and the public and maintain effective working relationships; relate well with a divers number of individuals or organizations; analyze a community's present situation and recommend programs to achieve desired results.

 

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Benefits

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Equal Opportunity Statement

The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.