Program Coordinator

OUR MISSION

St. Louis Development Corporation (SLDC) is the independent economic development agency serving the City of St. Louis. Missouri. It is an action-oriented organization that exists to empower, develop, and transform St. Louis through a vibrant, just and growing economy where all people can thrive.

OUR VISION

SLDC is a place-based, people-centric catalyst for growth in St. Louis. Our core values guide everything we do.

The long-term initiatives implemented by SLDC will propel St. Louis forward for decades to come. As we evolve, redefine, and reimagine economic development for the next generation, SLDC expects to achieve significant social and financial returns. The result is expanding the tax base, improving the economic, health and educational outcomes for every existing resident of St. Louis, strengthening neighborhoods, and attracting new residents.

St. Louis Development Corporation (SLDC) is seeking highly skilled program coordinators to fill limited term full-time positions. The Program Coordinator will assist in the grant compliance and management of economic development programs funded under the Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Discovery Funds (SLFRF). These programs include the SLDC Economic Empowerment Center for small businesses; stabilization, operational expansion and community enhancement grants to small businesses and non-profits located in North St. Louis City; development of affordable housing; a homebuyers assistance program and low interest loan programs. The position will perform professional and administrative work in the development and implementation of the programs.

Work will be performed with considerable technical independence under the administrative direction of the Vice President, Programmatic Compliance.

Example Of Duties

• Assist in the implementation and administration of all SLFRF programs
• Assist with grant compliance requirements of all programs in accordance with SLFRF guidelines
• Assist in the maintenance of program budgets and processing of invoices
• Assist in the preparation, publishing and posting of request for proposals and qualifications for professional services
• Coordinate and schedule selection committees for professional services
• Coordinate with consulting partners to provide program services
• Complete all reporting, documentation and other necessary paperwork in accordance with SLFRF guidelines for grant compliance
  
  

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Urban Planning, Public Policy or a related field and four years of experience in the public sector; federal grant management; and grant compliance or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Additional Skills

Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint with the ability to learn other software as needed; exceptional verbal and written communication; organizational and time management skills

Conditions of Employment

• Requires valid driver's license – community/development/neighborhood visits.
  
  

SLDC is committed to building a team with a wide range of experiences and perspectives. SLDC strongly encourages applications from people of color, persons with disabilities, women, and LGBTQ+ candidates, and does not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, veteran status, or any statuses protected by law.