POSITION: REGIONAL SERVICES PROGRAM SPECIALIST
DEPARTMENT: REGIONAL SERVICES
REPORTS TO: REGIONAL SERVICES DIRECTOR
STATUS: FULL-TIME, NON-EXEMPT
ROLE OVERVIEW:
- DETCOG is seeking a motivated, organized, and skilled communicator to support multiple initiatives related to regional planning and development. The ideal candidate possesses excellent writing and analytical skills, and can work in a collaborative environment with local officials and community stakeholders.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assist in the delivery of DETCOG Regional Services programs, including Community and Economic Development, the Regional Solid Waste Grant Program, Transportation Planning, Disaster Recovery and Mitigation projects, and others.
- Provide technical assistance to local governments with the application process and administration of regional, state, and federal grant programs.
- Gather and analyze data and compile reports.
- Draft strategic plans, summaries, and professional planning documents.
- Assist with strategic planning meetings and stakeholder workshops.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Outreach and Coordination with state, federal, local government agencies, and stakeholders
IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILE:
- Outgoing, approachable, and comfortable working with public officials.
- Excellent listener with strong problem-framing ability.
- Strong writer capable of producing high-quality documents.
- Organized meeting facilitator and project coordinator.
- Willing to learn across multiple subject areas.
- Reliable, professional, and detail oriented.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Any combination of education, including degrees or certifications, and/or professional work experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field is preferred (public administration, planning, community development, environmental or similar).
- Multiple years of professional work experience may substitute for degree requirement.
- Strong writing, communication, and organizational skills.
Deep East Texas Council of Governments
& Economic Development District
REGIONAL SERVICES PROGRAM SPECIALIST - 2
- Grant writing or grant administration experience is a plus.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Valid driver’s license, proper vehicle insurance and use of vehicle to travel throughout the region as needed.
- Flexibility in work schedule as this position may require participation in occasional after-hours events.
SALARY AND BENEFITS: Negotiable, depending on experience. This position is equivalent to Program Specialist I in the State of Texas job classification system with an annual salary range of $42,976 to $64,469. DETCOG offers a competitive benefits package including health insurance, life insurance, retirement plan, and other benefits.
SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
- DETCOG is an at-will employer.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
Submit completed application and resume to the DETCOG Human Resource Director by the following method:
- Email to: lsargent@detcog.gov
APPLICATION DEADLINE:
This position is open until filled. Applications should be submitted as soon as possible.
DETCOG IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
