Program Analyst [Office of Executive Director]

Organization Overview:
The Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) is an economic development entity of the federal government and 13 state governments focusing on 423 counties across the Appalachian Region. ARC’s mission is to innovate, partner, and invest to build community capacity and strengthen economic growth in Appalachia to help the Region achieve socioeconomic parity with the nation.  

Position Summary:
ARC is seeking a Program Analyst [POWER & ARISE] to facilitate and execute a broad range of tasks encompassing the full lifecycle of the Partnerships for Opportunity & Workforce & Economic Revitalization (POWER) program; coordinate aspects of operating the Appalachian Regional initiative for Stronger Economies (ARISE) initiative; coordination with the thirteen ARC states that comprise the Appalachian region. Other partners in these initiatives include Local Development District (LDDs) other federal administering agencies, state agencies, grantees and local agencies.
Required Qualifications:

• 2 to 3 years of solid demonstrated project management experience to develop and follow project timelines and produce deliverables.

• Good communication skills with clear articulation and engaging presentation style.

• Excellent writing skills for proofreading and editing skills.

• Ability to work independently as well as collaborating with a team.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Suite, specifically Word, Excel, and PPTX.

• Strong technology knowledge with virtual meeting platforms such as Zoom and Microsoft Teams.

• Core competencies: accountability, adaptability, collaboration, communication, critical analysis.

• Ability to thrive in a collaborative environment and bring an energetic and innovative approach to his or her work.

• Bachelor's degree and 3 to 5 years of relevant experience.

• Master’s degree a plus.

• Successful completion (prior to hire) and maintenance of background security review.

• Ability to travel (up to ~25%). Must maintain and possess a valid driver’s license.

Why ARC?  

Great Benefits:  ARC offers a collaborative work environment and a competitive benefits package which includes health insurance, 401(k), paid time off, commuting subsidy, professional development, etc. This is not a federal position; however, if a federal employee is selected for this position and transfers without a break in service of more than three calendar days, he or she may be able to continue his or her retirement and life/health insurance benefits. ARC generally follows the General Schedule Salary Table of the Federal government.  ARC’s grades denoted by “NF” are equivalent to the federal grade(s) on the GS chart.  This position is an NF-12 (DC locality). 

Strong Mission: Curious about the work we do at ARC? Read more about our strategic plan, Appalachia Envisioned, to check out our goals. Our team is dedicated to innovation, partnerships, and investments in the Appalachian Region to help achieve socioeconomic parity with the nation. 

Equal Employment Policy
ARC is an equal employment opportunity employer and endeavors to make reasonable accommodations to the known physical or mental limitations of qualified applicants with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of ARC’s business. If an applicant believes he or she requires such assistance to complete the application or to participate in an interview, he or she should contact the Director, Human Resources. If an applicant has any questions or concerns, he or she should reach out to the Lisa Pansegrouw, Director, Human Resources at 202.884.7770 or at hr@arc.gov