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    Program Manager, Resilient Economies Communities - Washington, United States - National Assoc of Counties

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    The National Association of Counties (NACo), representing America's 3,069 county governments with 40,000 elected officials, 3.6 million county employees and more than $660 billion in annual community-based investments, seeks a Program Manager for Resilient Economies & Communities.

    Duties of this position include a variety of project-based activities aimed at informing, educating, assisting and measuring results for county officials across the country in their efforts to improve equitable economic opportunity, support place-based investment and advance upward mobility to move residents out of poverty.

    The position is dependent on the availability of project-based outside funding.

    Position Responsibilities and Activities:

    • Develop, disseminate and promote NACo initiatives for Resilient Economies and Communities in written materials, partner meetings, national webinars, small group convenings and national events
    • Provide quality information and guidance to county government officials on topics related to economic development, including economic mobility, housing access and economic diversification strategies
    • Design and implement monitoring and evaluation data collection tools and systems that capture and communicate the impact and outcomes of county economic mobility projects
    • Support research and data analysis projects on the translation of economic mobility best practices, tools and resources into the rural county perspective
    • Assist in drafting, formatting and posting program resources including webinars, toolkits and news articles for national dissemination to stakeholders, policymakers and the public
    • Plan and conduct technical assistance activities and learning activities for county leaders
    • Manage the timely delivery, day-to-day quality and completion of project deliverables Maintain productive ongoing relationships with NACo members, federal agency partners, foundation and corporate funders and other NACo departments

    Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

    • At least 3 years of experience in economic development, policy research or program evaluation and monitoring
    • Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree preferred but not required
    • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including in public speaking and in conducting formal meetings with internal and external stakeholders
    • Brings collaboration, innovative ideas and creativity to the position and work products; works well under pressure and as part of a team and with external partners
    • Ability to work well in a political environment while maintaining non-partisan perspective
    • Ability to work well with external partners, including communities and stakeholders from ideologically, racially, ethnically and socioeconomically diverse backgrounds

    Working Conditions:

    • Hybrid work schedule is available, with minimum requirement of 3 days in the office to collaborate
    • Some travel is required, estimated at four to six trips per year

    Application Procedures:

    Persons interested in this position should submit a resume with salary requirements to:

    Why Work a NACo:

    Our vision is healthy, safe, and vibrant counties across America. Counties play an integral part of the intergovernmental responsibilities among federal, state, local and tribal government officials. We are guided by the belief that stronger counties result in a stronger America.

    NACo is committed to fostering a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Our jobs are open to all applications regardless of race, color, sex, gender, sexual orientation, age, religion, national origin, marital status, pregnancy, disability, military status, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law.

    Teammates of NACo enjoy a fun and challenging environment with a wide range of competitive benefits, including comprehensive medical, vision and dental insurance; generous paid leave and federal holidays; transportation subsidy; tuition assistance; 401(k) match, pension plans, group life insurance, voluntary payroll deductions for pet insurance and credit union membership, and short/long term disability coverage including applicable parental leave.

    We are passionate about advancing excellence in public service to help people and places thrive across America. We embrace and respect our diversity of experience, heritage, and thought and strive to cultivate an equitable workplace. As outlined in our Values and NACo Norms below, we pursue our mission through a ONE NACo mindset of genuine care, empathy, and respect for each other, our partners, and our members



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