PROGRAM ANALYST (SELECTIVE CERT - COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT & HOUSING)
Salary:
$49,101.
00 - $78,462.
00 Annually Location :
New Castle, DE Job Type:
Regular Full-time Job Number:
01582023_HOUSING Department:
Community Services Division:
Community Services Opening Date:
08/04/2023 Closing Date:
8/31/2023 11:
59 PM Eastern IMPORTANT INFORMATION In accordance with the Merit System Rules and Regulations, an eligible list, which will be valid for a one-year period and which will be used to fill vacancies during that period, is being established for this classification.
Applicants on the eligible list will be certified in accordance with the Merit System and appropriate union contracts.
Candidates may submit online employment applications using the NEOGOV online application system available at EXAMINATION PROCESS:
The examination process for this posting may include an evaluation of training and experience, a written examination, a computerized exam, an oral board interview examination, a performance examination or any combination of the above in order to qualify applicants for placement on the eligible list.
The eligible list will be used to fill vacancies that occur within the next year.
The appropriate number of names on the eligible list as prescribed by Merit System Section 26.
03.
505 will be certified to the hiring department for consideration to fill the vacant position(s).
New employees are generally hired at the starting salary and may be eligible for merit increases each year upon receipt of a satisfactory performance evaluation, up to the maximum salary.
New Castle County is an Equal Opportunity Employer JOB DESCRIPTION GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:
Performs responsible analytical work within a department; performs administrative work analyzing and managing contracts entered into by New Castle County and agencies outside County government; conducts original research; prepares professional reports and studies; does related work as required.
An employee in this class is responsible for managing federal and state programs to assist New Castle County residents with housing and agreements entered into by the Division of Community Development and Housing particularly non-profit organizations receiving Community Development Block Grants and Home Investment Partnerships Program funds; conducts original research; manages an annual allocation of funds; and prepares professional reports and studies; does related as required.
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS:
An employee in this class performs analytical workfor the Department of Community Services, Community Development and Housing Division.
The work involves assisting in the preparation of contracts and/or budgets, monitoring of contractor compliance with governmental codes and policies; determination of income eligibility of program participant's and compliance with HUD regulations; preparation of grant agreements, and monitoring within the appropriated budget for target production goals and for compliance with Federal, State and County codes and policies.
Work is performed under general supervision of a Community Services Administrator.
Assignments are of a moderately complex nature involving complicated problems and issues.
Problems are resolved by reference to and interpretation of established practices, procedures, precedents, legal standards, State or County regulations, specific goals, and/or specific contractual objectives.
Specialized research projects may be undertaken, and other work may be assigned as needed.
EXAMPLES OF WORK:
(Illustrative only) o Conducts desk and on-site monitoring of contracts to ensure program compliance with related rules, regulations, and laws; o Reviews source documents to confirm participant's eligibility for programs o Coordinates and oversees customer services activities of a department; o Establishes and monitors quality control processes and customer satisfaction activities for a large department; o Trains agency and staff in the use and completion of forms, editing, error correction, and reporting, and in form requests for special information or assistance; o Reviews, verifies, and recommends approval for payment of vouchers, draws and/or invoices; o Prepares Requisitions, Justifications, and special reports as needed; o Performs special assignments as required; o Monitors compliance of departmental policies and procedures and makes recommendations for action in cases of non-compliance; o Takes the leading role in preparing budgets, administering contracts and obtaining reimbursement for grant-funded activities; o Prepares specialized planning studies and conducts original research; o Undertakes writing assignments which may be used in County publications; o Assists in comprehensive planning activities; o Participates in public education activities; o Supervises support staff; o Assists with the execution of collection polices implemented by the department; o Promotes an ongoing attitude of dedication to excellent public service and ensures that external and internal customers are provided with the highest quality of service; o Operates a personal computer and other related equipment in the course of the work.
o Uses program specific databases and reporting & tracking portals REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
Comprehensive knowledge of the functions of administering federal, state and/or local grant programs; ; knowledge of regulatory requirements of federal, state, and local government; may assist in satisfying other contractual requirements; knowledge in working with federal, state and/or local grant programs and applicable federal and state portal reporting systems, ability to read and analyze documents, program reports, and to react positively with tact; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with vendors the public; ability to analyze and recommend solutions to program problems; ability to make mathematical computations rapidly and accurately; ability to follow oral and written instructions; ability to supervise others; knowledge of general office practice and procedure; some knowledge of program and budget development; knowledge of computerized information systems; ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
MINIMUM
Qualifications:
Possession of a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university of recognized standing and at least two (2) years of work experience with a local, state, or federal government to include experience providing direct services to grant recipients to include program compliance and participant (beneficiary) program eligibility of federally funded grant programs; or an equivalent combination of experience, education or training directly related to the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must pass a Class III County physical examination and a background check.
CONTACT INFORMATION Laura McDermott Office of Human Resources email protected Health Insurance:
Starts the first of the month following a 60-day waiting period from the date of hire.
Charges for coverage vary depending on type and level of coverage chosen.
The following plans are currently available through Highmark (Comprehensive 80% Plan; a PPO (Preferred Provider Organization) and an EPO (Exclusive Provider Organization) and Aetna (Open Access HMO.
) Deductibles and co-pays may also apply.
Dental Insurance:
Starts the first of the month following a 60-day waiting period from date of hire.
Currently, there are two PPO options and an HMO option.
Charges vary depending on type and level of coverage chosen.
Sick Leave:
Accumulates at the rate of one day for each completed month of service, beginning after the first full month of employment.
Vacation:
Vests on December 31 of the calendar year preceding the vacation year.
Vested vacation is to be used in the 12 months following the vesting date.
Employees are entitled to vacation as follows:
Less than 12 months service -- 1 day for each completed month of service to a maximum of 10 days 1 - 4 years of service -- 10 days of vacation 5 - 9 years of service -- 15 days of vacation 10 - 14 years of service -- 20 days of vacation 15 years of service -- 25 days of vacation 15
years of service -- 25
days of vacation (an additional day for each successive year of service) Holidays:
13-1/2 paid holidays per year (1/2 day on Christmas Eve).
Life Insurance:
Provided by the County in the amount of one and one-half times your salary.
Minimum benefit -- $50,000; Maximum benefit -- $200,000.
Pension:
Employee contributory amount of three percent of base salary to defined benefit plan.
County will make a non-elective contribution of one percent of base salary to defined contribution account.
In addition, the County will also make an annual matching contribution of one hundred percent of employee's contribution, up to a maximum of two percent to defined contribution account.
10-year vesting.
Deferred Compensation Plan:
Optional employee contributory plan available.
Additional
Benefits:
Salary increases each year dependent upon appropriate negotiated increase and/or merit increases; Credit Union, Blood Bank, Sick Leave Bank (after two years of service), Fitness Center, and an Employee Assistance Program are all benefits available to employees at no cost.
Supplemental
Benefits:
Flexible Spending Accounts (medical reimbursement and dependent care), additional life insurance, vision, group accident, group hospital indemnity, group disability, and critical care insurance are also available at an additional cost to the employee.
Union Affiliation:
Some positions are affiliated with a local bargaining unit, and, therefore, will require a monthly dues deduction ranging from $23 to $46.
65 per month.
Special Note:
The above benefits are subject to change.
For detailed information on any of the above, contact the Office of Human Resources at (302) 395-5180.
Revised:
12/15/15 01 Do you possess a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university of recognized standing? Yes No 02 Do you have at least two (2) years of work experience with a local, state, or federal government to include experience providing direct services to grant recipients to include program compliance and participant (beneficiary) program eligibility of federally funded grant programs? If yes, describe your experience in detail.
Required Question Recommended Skills Administration Communication Customer Satisfaction Customer Service Databases Editing Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
$49,101.
00 - $78,462.
00 Annually Location :
New Castle, DE Job Type:
Regular Full-time Job Number:
01582023_HOUSING Department:
Community Services Division:
Community Services Opening Date:
08/04/2023 Closing Date:
8/31/2023 11:
59 PM Eastern IMPORTANT INFORMATION In accordance with the Merit System Rules and Regulations, an eligible list, which will be valid for a one-year period and which will be used to fill vacancies during that period, is being established for this classification.
Applicants on the eligible list will be certified in accordance with the Merit System and appropriate union contracts.
Candidates may submit online employment applications using the NEOGOV online application system available at EXAMINATION PROCESS:
The examination process for this posting may include an evaluation of training and experience, a written examination, a computerized exam, an oral board interview examination, a performance examination or any combination of the above in order to qualify applicants for placement on the eligible list.
The eligible list will be used to fill vacancies that occur within the next year.
The appropriate number of names on the eligible list as prescribed by Merit System Section 26.
03.
505 will be certified to the hiring department for consideration to fill the vacant position(s).
New employees are generally hired at the starting salary and may be eligible for merit increases each year upon receipt of a satisfactory performance evaluation, up to the maximum salary.
New Castle County is an Equal Opportunity Employer JOB DESCRIPTION GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:
Performs responsible analytical work within a department; performs administrative work analyzing and managing contracts entered into by New Castle County and agencies outside County government; conducts original research; prepares professional reports and studies; does related work as required.
An employee in this class is responsible for managing federal and state programs to assist New Castle County residents with housing and agreements entered into by the Division of Community Development and Housing particularly non-profit organizations receiving Community Development Block Grants and Home Investment Partnerships Program funds; conducts original research; manages an annual allocation of funds; and prepares professional reports and studies; does related as required.
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS:
An employee in this class performs analytical workfor the Department of Community Services, Community Development and Housing Division.
The work involves assisting in the preparation of contracts and/or budgets, monitoring of contractor compliance with governmental codes and policies; determination of income eligibility of program participant's and compliance with HUD regulations; preparation of grant agreements, and monitoring within the appropriated budget for target production goals and for compliance with Federal, State and County codes and policies.
Work is performed under general supervision of a Community Services Administrator.
Assignments are of a moderately complex nature involving complicated problems and issues.
Problems are resolved by reference to and interpretation of established practices, procedures, precedents, legal standards, State or County regulations, specific goals, and/or specific contractual objectives.
Specialized research projects may be undertaken, and other work may be assigned as needed.
EXAMPLES OF WORK:
(Illustrative only) o Conducts desk and on-site monitoring of contracts to ensure program compliance with related rules, regulations, and laws; o Reviews source documents to confirm participant's eligibility for programs o Coordinates and oversees customer services activities of a department; o Establishes and monitors quality control processes and customer satisfaction activities for a large department; o Trains agency and staff in the use and completion of forms, editing, error correction, and reporting, and in form requests for special information or assistance; o Reviews, verifies, and recommends approval for payment of vouchers, draws and/or invoices; o Prepares Requisitions, Justifications, and special reports as needed; o Performs special assignments as required; o Monitors compliance of departmental policies and procedures and makes recommendations for action in cases of non-compliance; o Takes the leading role in preparing budgets, administering contracts and obtaining reimbursement for grant-funded activities; o Prepares specialized planning studies and conducts original research; o Undertakes writing assignments which may be used in County publications; o Assists in comprehensive planning activities; o Participates in public education activities; o Supervises support staff; o Assists with the execution of collection polices implemented by the department; o Promotes an ongoing attitude of dedication to excellent public service and ensures that external and internal customers are provided with the highest quality of service; o Operates a personal computer and other related equipment in the course of the work.
o Uses program specific databases and reporting & tracking portals REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
Comprehensive knowledge of the functions of administering federal, state and/or local grant programs; ; knowledge of regulatory requirements of federal, state, and local government; may assist in satisfying other contractual requirements; knowledge in working with federal, state and/or local grant programs and applicable federal and state portal reporting systems, ability to read and analyze documents, program reports, and to react positively with tact; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with vendors the public; ability to analyze and recommend solutions to program problems; ability to make mathematical computations rapidly and accurately; ability to follow oral and written instructions; ability to supervise others; knowledge of general office practice and procedure; some knowledge of program and budget development; knowledge of computerized information systems; ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
MINIMUM
Qualifications:
Possession of a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university of recognized standing and at least two (2) years of work experience with a local, state, or federal government to include experience providing direct services to grant recipients to include program compliance and participant (beneficiary) program eligibility of federally funded grant programs; or an equivalent combination of experience, education or training directly related to the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must pass a Class III County physical examination and a background check.
CONTACT INFORMATION Laura McDermott Office of Human Resources email protected Health Insurance:
Starts the first of the month following a 60-day waiting period from the date of hire.
Charges for coverage vary depending on type and level of coverage chosen.
The following plans are currently available through Highmark (Comprehensive 80% Plan; a PPO (Preferred Provider Organization) and an EPO (Exclusive Provider Organization) and Aetna (Open Access HMO.
) Deductibles and co-pays may also apply.
Dental Insurance:
Starts the first of the month following a 60-day waiting period from date of hire.
Currently, there are two PPO options and an HMO option.
Charges vary depending on type and level of coverage chosen.
Sick Leave:
Accumulates at the rate of one day for each completed month of service, beginning after the first full month of employment.
Vacation:
Vests on December 31 of the calendar year preceding the vacation year.
Vested vacation is to be used in the 12 months following the vesting date.
Employees are entitled to vacation as follows:
Less than 12 months service -- 1 day for each completed month of service to a maximum of 10 days 1 - 4 years of service -- 10 days of vacation 5 - 9 years of service -- 15 days of vacation 10 - 14 years of service -- 20 days of vacation 15 years of service -- 25 days of vacation 15
years of service -- 25
days of vacation (an additional day for each successive year of service) Holidays:
13-1/2 paid holidays per year (1/2 day on Christmas Eve).
Life Insurance:
Provided by the County in the amount of one and one-half times your salary.
Minimum benefit -- $50,000; Maximum benefit -- $200,000.
Pension:
Employee contributory amount of three percent of base salary to defined benefit plan.
County will make a non-elective contribution of one percent of base salary to defined contribution account.
In addition, the County will also make an annual matching contribution of one hundred percent of employee's contribution, up to a maximum of two percent to defined contribution account.
10-year vesting.
Deferred Compensation Plan:
Optional employee contributory plan available.
Additional
Benefits:
Salary increases each year dependent upon appropriate negotiated increase and/or merit increases; Credit Union, Blood Bank, Sick Leave Bank (after two years of service), Fitness Center, and an Employee Assistance Program are all benefits available to employees at no cost.
Supplemental
Benefits:
Flexible Spending Accounts (medical reimbursement and dependent care), additional life insurance, vision, group accident, group hospital indemnity, group disability, and critical care insurance are also available at an additional cost to the employee.
Union Affiliation:
Some positions are affiliated with a local bargaining unit, and, therefore, will require a monthly dues deduction ranging from $23 to $46.
65 per month.
Special Note:
The above benefits are subject to change.
For detailed information on any of the above, contact the Office of Human Resources at (302) 395-5180.
Revised:
12/15/15 01 Do you possess a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university of recognized standing? Yes No 02 Do you have at least two (2) years of work experience with a local, state, or federal government to include experience providing direct services to grant recipients to include program compliance and participant (beneficiary) program eligibility of federally funded grant programs? If yes, describe your experience in detail.
Required Question Recommended Skills Administration Communication Customer Satisfaction Customer Service Databases Editing Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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