The Iowa Economic Development Authority is seeking two full-time Energy Program Managers to work in Des Moines, Iowa.

These positions will focus on application review, compliance with federal and state programs, creating program policies and procedures, providing reports to the U.S. Department of Energy, marketing programs to applicants, and providing technical assistance for the grants and loans they support.

The Iowa Economic Development Authority (IEDA) is dedicated to enhancing the economic development of Iowa through innovative programs and initiatives. Our Energy Program Managers will play a crucial role in managing federal and state grants and loans, ensuring compliance, and fostering sustainable energy solutions.

Responsibilities:
Grant Program Administration

-Develop and administer state and federal funding programs related to energy.
-Lead or assist with Iowa Energy Office applications for federal or other funding available to State Energy Offices.
-Develop proposals, communicate with stakeholders, and create program procedures and materials.
-Review applications and proposals submitted to Iowa Energy Office programs.
-Monitor grantee project progress and ensure compliance with regulations and program requirements.
-Provide technical assistance to stakeholders.

Loan Program Management
-Assist in developing federal and state loan program policies and procedures.
-Conduct research on eligible loan project types.
-Coordinate marketing and provide technical assistance to applicants for federal and state loan programs.
-Oversee loan application review process, including the review of applications for programmatic eligibility and coordinating financial analysis with other departments in the agency.

The ideal candidate will have experience in federal and state program/grant management, will have experience in communicating and building relationships with stakeholders, and will exemplify 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.

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The Energy Program Manager positions are non-merit positions that are classified by the State of Iowa as an Economic Development Specialist 2.

The Iowa Economic Development Authority is an EEO/AA Employer

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