CDBG-ED Grants Management Representative

Agency Dept of Commerce Division Rural , Economic Development Job Classification Title Program Supervisor II (NS) Position Number  Grade NC17

About Us The North Carolina Department of Commerce is the state's lead agency for economic, community and workforce development. The department works with local, regional, national and international organizations to fulfill its mission to improve the economic well-being and quality of life for all North Carolinians. The Department connects businesses with the site locations, workforce and infrastructure they need to succeed in one of the nation's top states for business.

We also connect local communities with the grants and funding they need to attract new business and ensure future prosperity.

The Program Supervisor II oversees the administration of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Economic Development and Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) programs by providing grant management, technical assistance, compliance monitoring, and guidance to local governments and program recipients. The position reviews grant applications, analyzes financial and business information, supports project development and funding decisions, and ensures adherence to federal and state regulations.

Responsibilities also include conducting outreach, presenting funding opportunities to communities, monitoring awarded projects, processing grant amendments and reimbursements, and collaborating with public, private, and nonprofit partners to advance economic development and infrastructure initiatives across rural areas.

• Demonstrated experience of basic accounting and financial data analysis.
• Demonstrated experience interpreting and applying the federal and state laws, rules and regulations that govern the CDBG and ARC programs.
• Demonstrated experience to organize and assist in the conduct of public meetings and conferences with local authorities, civic leaders, and other professionals.
• Demonstrated experience in the compiling of data for reporting accomplishments and performance, proposed activities and proposed (estimated) allocations for each activity to HUD and knowledge of the IDIS, DRGR and /or SPEARS systems for reporting to HUD, running reports and entering data.
• Demonstrated experience with Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel.

* &  - Recruitment range is $60,881.00 - $72,697*

Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.

Incentives of NC State Employment:
We value our employees and offer a wide variety of competitive and family-friendly benefits.

• 12 Annual Paid Holidays and monthly accrual of vacation and sick leave
• North Carolina State Health Plan administered by Aetna
• Supplemental Benefits including Flexible Spending Accounts, Accident Insurance, Cancer & Specified Disease, Critical Illness, Dental, and Vision
• NC State Retirement (TSERS)
• 401(k) and 457 savings plans
• WeSave Employee Discounts
• Eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

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• Must have a valid NC Driver License or the ability to obtain one within 90-days of employment.
• Requires regular statewide travel.
• This is a full‑time position (40 hours per week) with State Benefits, including health insurance, as well as retirement.
• May be eligible for a hybrid telework option subject to the business need and management approval.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and throughout employment.
• Commerce does not provide employment visa sponsorship.
• Applicants may request reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
• Veteran's Preference requires a DD-214 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) attached.
• National Guard Preference requires a NGB 23A (RPAS) if a current member or a DD256 / NGB 22 if a former member.

• Bachelor’s degree from an appropriately accredited institution and five (5) years of experience in either grants management, economic development, community and/or rural development, compliance and regulatory management, stakeholder engagement, disaster recovery, or similar related program areas; or An equivalent combination of training and experience.

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and…