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Program Support Coordinator

Iowa Finance Authority
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Join a collaborative environment that values innovation, accountability, and service to the people of Iowa. The Iowa Economic Development Authority (IEDA) located in Des Moines, IA, invites you to bring your talents to our Energy Division as a Program Support Coordinator.

About Us

At the Iowa Economic Development Authority, we’re dedicated to making Iowa the choice for people and business by building partnerships, leveraging resources, and strengthening economic and community vitality. IEDA administers several state and federal programs focused on business and community development to reach our goals of assisting individuals, communities, and businesses. Whether it is an enterprise or start up, a rural community seeking to preserve its history and highlight its arts and culture, or a community recovering from a disaster, IEDA creates opportunities for Iowans to thrive. 

About this Opportunity

As the Program Support Coordinator, you’ll provide critical support to the Energy Division, which administers programs that benefit Iowans by promoting energy affordability, efficiency, reliability, and resiliency. You’ll collaborate with Energy Program Managers to process reimbursements for grants and loans, compile information and prepare reports to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), and coordinate resources and provide support for team members. Additionally, you will provide administrative support to the Iowa Energy Center Board. 

 

Key Responsibilities

Programs Coordination & Support:

  • Work with Accounting team and Energy Program managers to process reimbursements for grants and loans.
  • Support Program Managers in their efforts to meet compliance requirements for Energy programs.
  • Manage the routing of grant and loan documents for electronic signatures.
  • Contribute to the development of program procedures, materials, and applications.

Federal Program Reporting Support:

  • Collaborate with Energy Program Managers and Accounting team to compile information for reports to DOE and other stakeholders.
  • Ensure timely submission of monthly and quarterly reports.

 Iowa Energy Center (IEC) Board Administration:

  • Serve as IEC Board Administrator; manage logistics for board meetings and board members.
  • Prepare and organize agendas and meeting packages; draft and maintain minutes of board meetings.

We are seeking a professional with:

  • Strong organizational skills with keen attention to detail and accuracy;
  • Proficiency in managing data, information, and systems;
  • Embodiment of our Core Values:

 

Accountability in Action - We take pride in our work and results.

Innovate Together - We thrive on solving challenges through dynamic collaboration with our teams and partners.
Mission Driven - We place Iowans at the heart of everything we do.

New to the area or looking to relocate to Iowa? Visit This is Iowa to see how Iowa offers something for everyone- competitively low cost of living, bustling cities and neighborhoods, access to entertainment, opportunities for career growth and unrivaled access to outdoor adventures.

As an employee of the Iowa Economic Development Authority, you are a State of Iowa employee, and you are eligible to enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

  • Paid Time Off: Enjoy vacation with accruals that rollover on a yearly basis, sick leave with no limits on accrual and 9 paid holidays per year.
  • Great Benefits: Excellent Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance options.
  • Retirement Plan: IPERS Retirement package and an option for a deferred compensation plan.
  • Flexibility: Flexible Spending Accounts (medical and dependent care).
  • Life Insurance: Free Life Insurance.
  • Support: Employee Assistance Programs and Employee Discount Programs.

To learn more about benefits available to State of Iowa employees visit the benefits web page.

To Apply: Submit an application, resume, and cover letter at jobs.iowa.gov by the position closing date.

The Program Support Coordinator position is a non-merit, non-contract position that is classified by the State of Iowa as an Economic Development Specialist 1. This position is exempt per FLSA regulations. 

The Iowa Economic Development Authority is an EEO/AA Employer

Our agency uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify.