Community Development Administrator

OverviewCommunity Development AdministratorLocations: Rhinelander, Rice Lake, or Marshfield, WIType: Full-Time | Salaried | Hybrid Eligible | Flex Time EligibleMSA is looking for a Community Development Administrator to support community improvement projects across Wisconsin and the Midwest. You'll work closely with planners, engineers, architects, and local officials to secure and manage loan and grant funding that helps communities grow.MSA specializes in the sustainable development of communities and is proud to be 100% employee owned. With roots reaching back to 1919, MSA has grown from a rural land survey company into a multidisciplinary network of nearly 550 engineers, architects, planners, funding experts, surveyors, GIS experts, environmental scientists, and more who are committed to making communities better places to live, work, and play.Employee Testimonial:"As an employee-owned company (100% ESOP), working at MSA is not just a job. We're genuine co-owners, and this ESOP setup promotes a culture of collaboration and engagement throughout MSA because we all have a direct financial interest as owners." -Project Engineer - Transportation, Cedar Rapids OfficeResponsibilitiesThe work you may doPrepare and administer municipal loan and grant applicationsCoordinate funding requirements with engineers, agencies, contractors, and local leadersAnalyze data and support planning and infrastructure projectsFacilitate public engagement activitiesMonitor wage rates and ensure funding complianceBuild strong relationships with municipal, county, and state partnersTravel occasionally within the Midwest (primarily Northern, Central, and Western WI)QualificationsWhat you bringSkills & Knowledge / Education & Experience:Associate's degree in Public Administration, Finance, Planning, Business Administration, or related field requiredCommunity and economic development experience required5+ years of experience in the application and administration of various types of funding grants requiredIntermediate user of Microsoft Word or Microsoft Excel requiredExperience with ArcGIS and 3D graphic tools preferredThis position requires you to have authorization to work in the United States for any employer. We will not provide sponsorship for this position Why MSA100% employee-owned firm with 100+ years of community impactCollaborative culture with in-house experts for all disciplines across the firmFlexible work-life integrationOngoing learning and professional growth opportunitiesCommitment to fostering a work environment where everyone has a strong sense of inclusion and belongingIncluded on the "ENR Top 500 Design Firms" for over 27 straight years Pay & BenefitsSalary range: $70,369-$112,590 (commensurate with experience)Flex Time: Salary employees' time over 40 hours is recognized, regardless of whether billable or not. Work 42 hours this week? Have 2 hours added to your Flex Time balanceMedical, dental & vision insurance for you, spouse, domestic partner, and eligible dependents17+ days PTO (potentially higher pending experience) + 8 paid holidaysPaid parental leave regardless of birth parentESOP (employee ownership): eligible employees receive MSA stock in the form of company shares annually, at no cost to the employee401k plan with company matchingShort-term incentive program for annual bonus opportunitiesCompany-paid life & disability insuranceMSA is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. At MSA, we value a diverse, inclusive workforce and we provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individual's race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family care status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws. If you are unable to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at hr@msa-ps.com