Deep East Texas Council of Governments & Economic Development District · 5 hours ago
Regional Services Program Manager
Lufkin, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$43K/yr - $64K/yrDeep East Texas Council of Governments & Economic Development District is seeking a motivated and organized Regional Services Program Manager. This role supports regional initiatives in Community and Economic Development and Environmental Initiatives, focusing on management, grant writing, and collaboration with local leaders.
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Hiring Manager
Lacy S.
Responsibilities
Lead or assist in the management of DETCOG Regional Services programs, including Community and Economic Development, the Regional Solid Waste Grant Program, and Disaster Recovery and Mitigation projects, and others
Write and administer grants from state and federal agencies and philanthropic organizations to support the work of DETCOG and its member local governments
Collaborate with local government leaders, business and community leaders, and other partner organizations to provide stakeholder input and assist with regional planning
Assist local governments with the application process and administration of grants from the US Economic Development Administration (EDA)
Provide technical assistance to local governments for grant applications to Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) for Community Development Block Grants
Administer DETCOG’s Regional Solid Waste Grants Program
Serve as a connector between communities and partner organizations
Facilitate strategic planning meetings and stakeholder workshops
Draft strategic plans, summaries, and professional planning documents
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Any combination of education, including degrees or certifications, and/or professional work experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities
Strong writing, communication, and organizational skills
Valid driver's license, proper vehicle insurance and use of vehicle to travel throughout the region
Flexibility in work schedule as this position will require participation in occasional afterhours events
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in a related field is preferred (public administration, planning, community development, environmental or similar)
Multiple years of progressively responsible professional work experience may substitute for degree requirement
Grant or program management experience is a plus
Benefits
Health insurance
Life insurance
Retirement plan
Other benefits
Company
Deep East Texas Council of Governments & Economic Development District
The Deep East Texas Council of Governments and Economic Development District is a voluntary association of local governments in the 11 county region encompassing all of Angelina, Houston, Nacogdoches, Newton, Polk, Sabine, San Augustine, San Jacinto, Shelby, Trinity and Tyler counties.
Founded in 1966
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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