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Mid Columbia Economic Development Dist Economic Development Program Specialist in The Dalles, Oregon
Mid-Columbia Economic Development District (MCEDD) is seeking a talented and motivated individual to join our team as an Economic Development Program Specialist. This is a full-time position offering the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in supporting regional economic development initiatives.
Working under the direction of the Senior Project and Grant Manager, the Program Specialist will play a key role in assisting MCEDD's efforts to secure and administer grant funding for MCEDD and its partner organizations. The successful candidate will also provide project management support for a variety of initiatives that promote economic growth and sustainability in the Mid-Columbia region.
Key responsibilities include researching and identifying funding opportunities, preparing grant applications and progress reports, and providing technical assistance to businesses, nonprofits, and government entities. The Program Specialist will also coordinate outreach activities such as workshops and mentoring sessions to build local capacity for securing funding and implementing development projects.
The ideal candidate will have a background in community and economic development, strong written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines. A minimum of an Associate's Degree in a relevant field such as planning, public administration, or any satisfactory combination of experience and training which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the above duties is required. Proficiency with common software tools and a commitment to working collaboratively with diverse stakeholders are essential. Spanish language skills are a plus.
Studies have shown that women and people of color may be less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every one of the qualifications listed. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job. We would encourage you to apply for a job at MCEDD even if you don't meet every one of our qualifications listed.
This position is based in The Dalles, Oregon, with some flexibility possible for remote work. Occasional regional travel may be required. Salary scale is $57,815 to $73,788 with a hiring range of $57,815 to $60,706 with opportunity for growth based on performance. MCEDD offers an attractive benefits package, including health, vision, dental, and life insurance, retirement plan contributions, and generous paid time off.
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and three professional references to officeadmin@mcedd.org. Applications must be received by Friday, February 7, to be eligible for first-round consideration. A complete job description can be found at mcedd.org.
MCEDD is an Equal Opportunity Employer.