The role of this position is to support the Bureau Director and Assistant Director in the day-to-day management, operations, and policy analysis and development for various programs under the Pennsylvania Economic Development Financing Authority (PEDFA). TThese programs include the Pennsylvania Community Development Bank, the First Industries Agriculture and Tourism Loan Guarantee program, the Second Stage Loan program, the Tax Increment Financing Guaranty Program, the Pennsylvania Business Opportunities Fund, and the New American Development Fund program. In addition to this, you will also be responsible for building and maintaining professional relationships with various stakeholders, such as public officials, financial consultants, underwriters, trustees, bond and tax counsels, and others.
One unique aspect of this position is that it offers the flexibility to work remotely from home. However, in order to effectively carry out the daily job duties, you must have the necessary technology and resources at their remote location. This includes a reliable internet connection with sufficient speed to connect to the DCED's VPN for accessing work files, as well as the ability to participate in work-related audio and visual communication as required. To ensure a smooth teleworking experience, you will also be required to sign DCED's Teleworking Agreement, which outlines the expectations and responsibilities of a teleworking employee.
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
- Full-time employment
- Work hours are 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with 60-minute lunch.
- Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg.
- Salary:In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
- A bachelor's degree in business or public administration or a related field; or
- An equivalent combination of experience and training.
Additional Requirements:
- You must be able to perform essential job functions.
How to Apply:
- Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will notbe reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
- If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
- Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
- Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
Veterans:
- Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov.
Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):
- 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.
The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.
Employment Type: Non-Civil Service Permanent Full-time