What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Assistant position at SEDA-Council of Governments?
Excellent benefits package including health, dental, vision, retirement, life insurance and paid vacation & sick leave.
SEDA-Council of Governments, a public development organization serving 11 Central Pennsylvania counties, is seeking a full-time Program Assistant for the Community Development Program. Our Community Development Program provides project based technical assistance to counties and communities both within and outside of the 11-county region, overseeing the development and implementation of approximately 40 public works projects annually. Projects include but are not limited to publicly financed housing rehabilitation, water, sewer, stormwater and road infrastructure upgrades, park and community facility improvements, public service, and economic development projects.
Primary responsibilities of the candidates include (but not limited to):
Applicants are expected to supply a letter of application elaborating on experience and skills along with their resume by June 5, 2026, via this posting, mail, or email to:
Amanda Owens, Human Resources Director
SEDA-Council of Governments
201 Furnace Road, Lewisburg, PA 17837
aowens@@seda-cog.org
SEDA-Council of Governments is a public development organization based in Lewisburg, PA, serving 11 central Pennsylvania counties. www.seda-cog.org
SEDA-COG…Building strong economies & strong communities
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
SEDA-Council of Governments, a public development organization serving 11 Central Pennsylvania counties, is seeking a full-time Program Assistant for the Community Development Program. Our Community Development Program provides project based technical assistance to counties and communities both within and outside of the 11-county region, overseeing the development and implementation of approximately 40 public works projects annually. Projects include but are not limited to publicly financed housing rehabilitation, water, sewer, stormwater and road infrastructure upgrades, park and community facility improvements, public service, and economic development projects.
Primary responsibilities of the candidates include (but not limited to):
- Assist with the preparation and assembly of federal/state grant applications and mapping
- Utilize and maintain an electronic document filling system
- Prepare and submit reports
- Prepare documents utilizing established program templates.
- Assist during audits and monitorings
- General clerical and support responsibilities
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office software programs
- Strong multi-tasking and time management skills
- A high-level of accuracy and speed in preparing word documents
- Strong grammatical and proofing skills
- Ability to work independently in a rapidly changing environment
- Excellent communication skills
- Accuracy and attention to detail are a must
Applicants are expected to supply a letter of application elaborating on experience and skills along with their resume by June 5, 2026, via this posting, mail, or email to:
Amanda Owens, Human Resources Director
SEDA-Council of Governments
201 Furnace Road, Lewisburg, PA 17837
aowens@@seda-cog.org
SEDA-Council of Governments is a public development organization based in Lewisburg, PA, serving 11 central Pennsylvania counties. www.seda-cog.org
SEDA-COG…Building strong economies & strong communities
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER