What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Specialist II position at Community Services?

Job Overview

Qualifications

Typically requires a Bachelor's degree and 1-3 years of experience.

About the Agency

The Mississippi Department of Human Services is dedicated to serving others while providing a wide range of public assistance programs, social services, and support for children, low-income individuals and families. The agency seeks to empower families so they can become self-sufficient and responsible for their future success. This position is with the Division of Community Services and will be located in STATE OFFICE. If you have any questions, you may contact us at mdhsrecruitment@mdhs.ms.gov.

About the Position

This position will work the Weatherization Assistance Program inside of the Division of Community Services and will be responsible for the following duties: Analyzing Monthly and Quarterly Reports and submitting them to the Program and Division Director. Reviewing, analyzing and processing subgrants/modifications for the Dept. Of Energy's Weatherization Assistance Programs and the LIHEAP WX programs for the division. Assisting in preparing the DOE WX State Plans, LIHEAP WX State Plans, Notice of Funding Availability (NOFAs) for WX Subgrantees (similar to Request for Proposals-RFPs), state and federal reports for both programs. Annual filings with the MS Attorney General's Office and MS Secretary of State's Office. Oversees the reviews and enter reports into the DOE WX Performance and Accountability for Grants in Energy (PAGE). Assisting Program Director in Administrative training for Community Services staff and WX Subgrantees on WX policies, procedures, rules and regulations as well as participate in trainings offered by DOE WX. Staying abreast of all WX policies and procedures, notifications and maintaining accurate files for the program. Serves in the absence of the WX Program Director on Administrative issues/concerns. And other related or similar duties as required or assigned. **This is a non-state service, time-limited position with The Mississippi Department of Human Services.**

What you'll need to be Successful

Excellent written and oral communication skills, proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and demonstrable experience in completing programmatic reviews. Demonstrate the ability to research and solve complex issues. Ability to maintain confidentiality and develop and maintain relationships.

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https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/mississippi/jobs/4740084/program-specialist-ii-113118

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $33,600.00 - $36,960.00 per year

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