Local Government Advisor II

Commonwealth of Kentucky

Frankfort, KYFull-time$3,672.84–4,958.34/moSeen 5 days agoSeen in employer's feed 4 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation

$3,672.84–4,958.34/mo

Location

Frankfort, KY

Schedule

Full-time

Work Authorization

Not specified

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Job overview

The Department for Local Government assists Kentucky local governments through grant and loan assistance and advice on budget, personnel, and related matters. The Local Government Advisor II coordinates several funding programs, processes and evaluates grant projects, and provides technical assistance to grant recipients. The role includes extensive public contact and may require travel.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

TeamworkPositive AttitudeLegislative MonitoringMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPointeMars

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree or ExperienceTwo Years Administrative Experience

Full job description

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2605329

Local Government Advisor II

Pay Grade14

Salary

$3,672.84 - $4,958.34 Monthly

Employment Type

EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK

Click here for more details on state employment. (https://personnel.ky.gov/Pages/Careers.aspx)

Hiring Agency

General Government Cabinet | Department for Local Government

Location

100 Airport Drive

3rd Floor

Frankfort, KY 40601 USA

Description

The Department for Local Government (DLG) serves the Commonwealth’s local governments. The agency provides assistance in the way of grant and loan assistance, as well as advises counties, cities and special districts in matters of budget, personnel, and other issues relevant to those entities.

Key Responsibilities:

Serve as coordinator and oversees the Kentucky Local Government Economic Development Fund (LGEDF), Local Government Economic Assistance Fund (LGEAF), Local Match Participation Program (LMPP), and Regional Development Agency Assistance Program (RDAAP), and other funding programs.
Process applications, monitor, and evaluate grant projects administered by the Office of State Grants, which will include occasional travel.
Assist in providing technical assistance to grant recipients.
Perform evaluation of LGEDF, LGEAF, LMPP, and RDAAP projects.

Skills and abilities include, but are not limited to:

Team player
Positive attitude
Remain informed of updated state legislation
Micro-Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, eMars

Minimum Requirements

EDUCATION:Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree.

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS:Two years of administrative experience in business, industry, federal, state, or local government.

Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE:Graduate study will substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.

Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION:Administrative experience in one of the above areas will substitute for the required college on a year-for- year basis. Current or prior military experience will substitute for the required college on a year-for-year basis.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.):NONE

Working Conditions

Work typically involves extensive contact with the public. Travel may be required.

Probationary Period

This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.

If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Aaron Jones [email protected] ([email protected] ?Subject=2605329 - Local Government Advisor II) or 502-892-3450.

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D

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