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Montana Career Opportunity – Grant Administrator – Great Northern Development Corporation

Immediate Supervisor

Executive Director

Salary & Benefits

Compensation based on experience and qualifications. Excellent benefits package includes health insurance coverage and contribution to retirement program.

Minimum Qualifications

Undergraduate degree in accounting or business administration is preferred. Acceptable experience in lieu of education would be a minimum of five years experience in planning or grant administration. Non profit experience strongly desired. Must possess excellent computer, organizational and communication (both written and verbal) skills. Must be proficient with computerized project management and word processing software programs and common office equipment. Must have and maintain a valid Montana driver’s license. Must meet physical demands of position.

Desired Skills and Experience

Applicants for the position should be able to demonstrate skills in preparing and presenting written and oral summaries and reports using computerized analysis programs and grant management software, establishing and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, clients, committee members, contractors, state and federal government agencies, and the general public. Must be able to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing. Ability to pay close attention to numerous details. Must be self motivated and able to work independently, but also cooperatively with co-workers, government agencies, the general public and others. Must be able to meet deadlines and work effectively under pressure.

Duties of This Position

The Grant Administrator/Planner is responsible for administration of all federal, state or foundation grants specializing in housing rehabilitation or construction and planning including but not limited to housing plans. The position is responsible for preparation of summaries for committees and preparing and submitting required reports (quarterly, semi-annual and annual) to Great Northern’s funding partners. The Grant Administrator/Planner may be required to prepare housing plans, growth policies, and other planning documents. The position is responsible for organizing committees, conducting meetings and preparing minutes. The position is responsible for oversight of the building inspector, working with homeowners, the elderly and Low to Moderate Income residents of the Great Northern Region.

Frequent travel is required within Great Northern’s six county region. Occasional travel outside the region, including overnight travel to attend meetings, workshops and training seminars is also required. Must be able to attend evening meetings.

Abilities and Physical Demands:

Position requires the skills to talk to and communicate with the public, co-workers and groups. Sits at a desk, at meetings, and in vehicles for long periods of time. Uses hands and fingers to handle the telephone, computer, office equipment and write. Vision abilities require the skill to review technical and legal documents, reports, telephone numbers, analytical and statistical reports. Stands and walks short distances. Stoops and bends, handles and lifts books, papers and office equipment up to 50 pounds. Extensive travel is required to remote locations when performing job duties. May require climbing on and into various vehicles. Normal restricted smoking, office environment. Periodic exposure to dirt, dust and fumes.

To Apply:

Applications are available through the Montana Job Service located in Wolf Point or Glasgow, Montana or on line. Send completed applications along with a resume and three references, two of which have knowledge of applicant’s professional abilities to the address listed below. Position will remain open until filled, with first review of completed application occurring on September 1, 2010.

Linda Twitchell, Executive Director

Great Northern Development Corporation

http://www.gndc.org/

233 Cascade Street

Wolf Point, Montana 59201

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