What are the responsibilities and job description for the Economic Development Finance Specialist (Program Specialist III) 2025-29 position at Office of the Governor?
How to Apply: The State of Texas application is required and is only received through Work In Texas.
Go to: https://www.workintexas.com/vosnet/Default.aspx to apply.
- Job #: 2025-29
- TWC Job #: 16820091
- Opening Date: 2/03/2025
- Travel Required: Up to 10%
- Monthly Salary: $4,583.34 - $4,833.33
- Position Location: Austin, Texas
- Group Step: B19
- Class: 1572
- Status: Veteran Hold
Economic Development Finance Specialist – Austin, Texas
The Office of the Governor is looking for an Economic Development Finance Specialist (Program Specialist III) to work in the Economic Development and Tourism Office (EDT).
Who We Are
The Office of the Governor works to build a healthier, safer, freer, and more prosperous future for all Texans. We are located primarily within the Texas State Capitol Complex in Austin.
What You’ll Earn
The salary is $4,583.34 - $4,833.33 a month ($55,000.08 - $58,000.08 a year).
Benefits include medical insurance, sick leave, and vacation leave. Also, State of Texas employees are eligible for a defined retirement plan. Learn more: https://www.ers.texas.gov/Active-Employees/Health-Benefits.
What You’ll Do
This is a job that performs complex (journey-level) consultative services, technical assistance work, and makes recommendations to staff, industry, constituents, lending institutions, and local, state and federal governments. Prepares financial and other business reports and responds to internal and external inquiries for the Economic Development Finance division. Assists in planning and coordinating economic development projects together with other EDT team members.
- Develops and administers EDT financial programs, as assigned.
- Performs an array of technical, training, research, planning, program assessment, and administrative activities for EDT financial programs, as assigned.
- Collaborates with program staff in planning, development, implementation, analysis, and documentation of EDT programs.
- Collects, organizes, analyzes, and/or prepares materials in response to requests for program information and reports.
- Performs comprehensive reviews of literature, statutes, rules, and/or policies; and prepares administrative reports, studies, and specialized research projects.
- Serves as a contributor to achievement of office objectives, strategic and tactical program development.
- Monitors performance contracts in assigned portfolios.
- Updates and maintains data related to private business, local units of government, and non-profit organizations to ensure the most current and accurate information is available for program purposes.
- Ensures thorough completion of data and well-organized recordkeeping, including electronic and/or hardcopy formats.
- Demonstrates subject matter expertise, professional confidence, and clarity when representing the office.
- Prepares and delivers presentations to internal and external audiences.
- May recommend and coordinate activities to improve program effectiveness and efficiency
How You’ll Qualify
- High school diploma or equivalent; and
- Three (3) years of professional experience in business administration, finance, accounting, economics, economic development, public administration, political science, or a related field.
Note: Experience and education may be substituted for one another on a year-for-year basis.
You’re a Great Fit with
- Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in business administration, finance, accounting, economic development, economics, political science, or public administration.
- Prior experience in bank credit analysis, loan administration, investment banking, tax credit financing, or comparable responsibilities.
- Knowledge of banking, lending, financial statements, implementation and administration of finance programs, and knowledge of investment management, including local, state, and federal laws and regulations.
- Knowledge of industry and market terminology, procedures, and related business trends.
Other Things to Know and When You Should Apply
It’s a great job for a professional who likes to perform consultative services and technical assistance work. Apply now by submitting a state of Texas application. Applications are reviewed daily.
Texas Contract Manager Certification required within six months of hire date.
Veterans
Veterans, Reservists, or members of the Guard can compare this position to Military Occupations (MOS)at the Texas State Auditor's Office.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $4,583.34 - $4,833.33 per month
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $55,000 - $58,000
