Program Development Coordinator Jobs in South Jordan, UT

Salt Lake County...A career with a purpose in the community you love!

Salt Lake County invites you to explore our exciting career opportunities. We seek highly enthusiastic individuals to enrich our County with your experience and talent. If you enjoy working in a team environment that is committed to changing the lives of its community, please keep reading.

What it is like to work here:

At Salt Lake County, our culture is woven into every aspect of our work and our employees' lives, from how we treat one another to how we support the community. To promote and foster a fun and healthy work environment, we appreciate employees through great benefits, a healthy work-life balance, and room to grow and develop.

Surround yourself with:

Peers who are motivated to make a difference in the lives of those we serve. We serve Salt Lake County and envision a safe and beautiful place for all to live, work, and have fun. Salt Lake County is about connecting people and championing our community. Community is more than a place... it's our heart and service that bring us together.

We encourage a work-life balance:

Working for Salt Lake County is more than just a paycheck. A career with /Salt Lake County includes several benefits and perks. We support our employees with 12 Holidays, up to 24 vacation days, 12 sick days, and one personal day every year. We work in a hybrid environment, giving you the flexibility to manage your time between working from home and being in the office.

Additional Benefits include:

• Retirement options for hybrid pension/401(k) or 401(k) only with a 10% contribution
• Medical coverage, including a 100% county paid premium option
• Dental and Vision coverage, including coverage for adult designees
• Health Savings account with a county contribution up to $1200/year, Flexible Spending Account
• 100% county-paid Long-Term Disability and Short-Term Disability option
• Professional Development
• Plus: Onsite medical clinic, childcare, and gym; hospital insurance, pet insurance, auto and home insurance, and discounts at County facilities.

JOB SUMMARY

Performs contract preparation, program monitoring, contract reimbursements, and reporting requirements. Assists with regional planning and grant administration in the area of community and economic development and community support services, including assistance with the administration of associated Requests for Applications (RFAs). Provides expertise in data entry and the utilization of grants management systems, and expertise in the eligibility and compliance requirements of funding organizations.

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Accounting, Business, or Public Administration, or other closely related field, plus two (2) years of related experience, OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Due to the nature of this position, the successful applicant must pass a required background check, including fingerprinting and enrollment in the continuous RAP Back (Record of Arrest and Prosecution Back) program, in accordance with current County Human Resources policy requirements.

• Prepare and process contracts. Ensure proper and timely execution of contracts and assist program applicants.

• Assist in the administration of the Request for Application (RFA) process to award grant funds.

• Assist in the management of stakeholder groups.

• Provide technical assistance, training, support, and information to outside entities during the contract term to successfully meet goals and outcomes.

• Monitor program activities to ensure program effectiveness using monitoring and performance measurement tools and reports.

• Responsible for data collection and reporting for management, policy, and funding entities. Create and maintain a reporting system and processes to ensure that stakeholders are informed of relevant performance and compliance factors in a timely manner.

• Review established contract budgets and approve submitted reimbursements to ensure program and contract compliance.

• Maintains files and tracking systems for contracts and supporting documents

• Assists and communicates with Community groups, committees, and the public in carrying out functions and duties related to community and economic development, housing, and transportation projects and programs.

• Assist with developing and maintaining long and short-range plans for the Office of Regional Development.

Knowledge of:

• Contract development, business writing, performance standards, and metrics
• Grant Administration
• Program monitoring procedures
• Business acumen dealing with commercial and government work and processes
• Planning and analysis of budgets and community needs
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and in writing
• Community-Based Organizations and their functions
• Program and activity planning
• Public Relations and outreach methods
• Local, State, and Federal operations, rules, and regulations

• Research and investigate
• Analyze statistical data and make appropriate recommendations
• Effectively apply general principles to specific situations
• Communicate effectively verbally and in writing
• Interpret and apply complex rules, regulations, policies, and procedures
• Interpret contractual agreements
• Act independently as appropriate
• Develop and maintain effective interpersonal relationships
• Use word-processing, spreadsheet, and visual presentation software applications