• LVEDC hiring sustainable development post

    By Steve Althouse 2/8/2012 9:53pm

    The Lehigh Valley Economic Development Corporation, a 501 (c) 3 non-profit organization, is seeking the following individual: Coordinator, Sustainable Development The coordinator of sustainable development will support the director and the administration of a U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Sustainable Communities Regional Planning Grant.  Work will include organization of public meetings, grant reporting and financial accounting.  The incumbent coordinates monthly meetings of the LV Sustainability Consortium meetings and other committees as they are developed.  The coordinator will support the director in data collection to ensure compliance with the contractual agreement with U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.  Experience in grant administration and/or bookkeeping preferred.  PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Provide general administrative support to director of sustainable development. Track requests for payments and monitor compliance with budget Support implementation of partners responsibilities and contractual obligations In conjunction with director, review and update work plan   This position is requires experience in Microsoft Quick Books and general accounting principles. Experience in Microsoft Office is required. Knowledge of contract management and grant administration is preferred. Book keeping experience preferred. Minimum education required is an associate’s degree and three years of work experience is required.  Cover letter and resume should be sent to: Ms. Jean Mateff LVEDC 2158 Ave. C, Suite 200 Bethlehem, PA 18017 JMateff@lehighvalley.org