Salary: $41,363.00 AnnuallyLocation : Edinburg, TXJob Type: Regular Full TimeJob Number: 2024-02661Department: TEXAS AGRILIFE EXTENSIONOpening Date: 12/09/2024Closing Date: ContinuousWork Hours:: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PMStatus:: ExternalOpen Positions:: 1Grade:: 10General DescriptionPerforms entry-level technical assistance regarding program rules and regulations. Work involves coordination of assigned program in the County's departments. Responsible for coordination of a variety of community activities and programs. Examples of Work PerformedDevelop and implement a variety of programs, projects and activities. Coordinate with existing organizations to address community economic or social service needs. Conducts needs assessments and meets with community residents, leaders and community groups to identify needs and available resources. Collaborate with other organizations to plan and develop programs and activities or improve coordination of existing services offered by the County. Research funding sources, develop short and long range plans, and compile informational reports. Assists in the development and monitoring of project and/or program budgets. Assists in the development and implementation of operating policies and procedures. Assist in maintaining, performing and reviewing all related duties to projects such as surveys, requests for payments, procurement compliance, site visits and inspections, reviews specs and plans, bid process, etc. Assist in preparing and recommending approval of project eligibility, environmental review, and citizen participation documents. Chart project progress and program compliance. Assists in preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual activity reports. Maintains project files. Assists in the preparation of public notices and in conducting public meeting. Ability to work well with others. Performs all other related duties as assigned. Education and ExperienceGraduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's in Political Science, Business Administration or related field.
- Two (2) years of related experience may be substituted for one (1) year of education.
Experience in administration of community program funds or work in the municipal or county environment preferred.Certificates, Licenses and Registration:Must have a current valid Texas motor vehicle operator's license. Must be able to be insured by the County's insurance carrier. Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesKnowledge and experience in interpreting federal rules and regulations. Good verbal and written communication. Bilingual (Spanish and English) with ability to converse fluently in both languages. Knowledge of MS Word, Excel and 10-key calculator. Ability to exercise sound judgment in making administrative decisions involving staff and service activities. Knowledge and thorough understanding of federal and state grant programs and of various budgeting techniques. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents. Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors. Employee prepares and reviews budgets, read correspondence, reports and memos and reviews contracts for services.The County of Hidalgo offers a full range of employee benefit programs for eligible employees, retirees, and their families. For more information, please Click Here01 Did you graduate from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's or higher in Political Science, Business Administration or related field?
02 Do you have at least two years of related experience in administration of community program funds or work in the municipal or county environment?
03 How many years of related experience in administration of community program funds, or work in the municipal or county environment do you have? Required Question