Economic Development Analyst 1

Join the Department of Community & Economic Development as an Economic Development Analyst 1 and help shape programs that support economic progress across Pennsylvania. You will work with many partners and learn how major financing decisions are made. This role opens the door to valuable experience in project review and policy work. This entry-level position is a great opportunity to begin your career and prepare for more advanced roles.

Examples of Duties This position supports the daily operations and program responsibilities that guide statewide economic development financing efforts. The work helps ensure accurate reviews, policy updates, and coordination with many partners. As a Economic Development Analyst 1, you will perform the following duties: Application Reviews: Evaluate financing and bond applications for eligibility and completeness across several statewide programs Project Preparation: Compile materials and recommendations for leadership review of proposed economic development projects Allocation Processing: Handle preliminary and final allocation requests and prepare required IRS forms for multiple agencies Program Monitoring: Maintain tracking systems, reports, and databases to ensure timely oversight of volume cap allocations and audits Guideline Updates: Review program rules, suggest improvements, and help prepare manuals and policy materials Stakeholder Coordination: Work with government officials, organizations, and industry partners to support program operations and hearings Interested in learning more?

Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description . Work Schedule and Additional Information: Full-time employment Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch. Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, up to 3 days per week. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania.

If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview. Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

Qualifications QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements: A bachelor's degree in business or public administration or a related field; or An equivalent combination of experience and training. Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within 3 months of graduating with a qualifying degree. Additional Requirements: You must have at least one year of professional experience with Microsoft Excel.

You must have at least one year of professional experience with Microsoft Sharepoint. You must be able to perform essential job functions. How to Apply: Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).

If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date . Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted. Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant’s own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information. Veterans: Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs.

To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans. Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS): 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals). If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date. The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce.

The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law.

All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.