Duties

• Experience in community economic development, with an emphasis on rural areas and an appreciation for barriers in rural areas and an ability to creatively pursue solutions suited to low- income rural areas.
• Experience in one or more of the following areas: site development, downtown/Main Street development, building construction, tourism, brownfield development, natural/water resource management, energy-related development, and housing development.
• Grants management processes and techniques consistent with sound business and industry practices including ability to review, monitor and administer assigned grants.
• Ability to facilitate diverse groups and individuals, including federal, state and local partners, to advance their goals in a consultative and collaborative manner.
• Bachelor's degree or higher degree in a related field, and two years of work experience in community economic development or a related field.
• Core competencies: accountability, adaptability, collaboration, communication, and critical analysis.
• Ability to thrive in a collaborative environment bringing an energetic and innovative approach to the work.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• Prior to hire, the selectee must successfully complete and maintain a background check/investigation.
• U.S. Citizenship.
• Ability to travel (up to 25%) as condition as determined given COVID-19.
• Management may select at any of the grade levels announced.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor's degree or higher degree in a related field, preferred; Two years of work experience in community economic development or a related field.

Education

Please read the "Qualifications" section.

Additional information

ARC is an equal employment opportunity employer and endeavors to make reasonable accommodations to the known physical or mental limitations of qualified applicants with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of ARC's business. If an applicant believes he or she requires such assistance to complete the application or to participate in an interview, he or she should contact Human Resources. If an applicant has any questions or concerns, he or she should reach out to Human Resources at 202.884.7709 or at hr@arc.gov .