Public Assistant Specialist
JOB DESCRIPTION
Specialist Description:
- Serves as a liaison among local, state, and federal program agencies in implementing the PA program, assisting applicants with post-disaster recovery grants management functions including project documentation, question/issue resolution, quarterly reports, and site visits.
- Provides detailed reports of individual activities and progress. Has the ability to analyze, interpret, and apply policy appropriate to circumstances.
- Monitors accuracy and status of subrecipient documentation to assure that it is in accordance with federal program regulations and timelines.
- Researches and interprets federal, state, and local law, regulation, and policies.
- Works independently and prioritizes work assigned.
- Effectively and consistently communicates with program stakeholders.
- Exercises excellent judgment and decision making.
Looking for a candidate with excellent customer service skills, good with computers (Microsoft applications, and online platforms), project/case management experience. Ideally would have experience interpreting regulations/laws, working with grants, and staying organized with large volumes of documentation (invoices, timesheets, procurement, etc). Position will require traveling to meet with applicants in person which may result in longer working hours and potentially overtime.
Offsite/Travel Work: It is meetings with FEMA and local governments or Private-non-profits to discuss the costs/damages due to the recent Hurricane. Typically it is in an office setting however they may also be going to look at a bridges, roads, or buildings that were damaged. They will go with someone else from the state for training then go by themselves.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Associates Degree minimum
Pass SLED
PASS Sexual Predator
LOCATION
Lexington, SC, South Carolina 29073
PAY
$25