Community Development Analyst

The Community Services Division is seeking a passionate and detail-oriented Community Development Analyst to join our Community & Energy Assistance team. In this role, you will play a vital part in supporting local communities by monitoring delegate agencies to ensure compliance with state and federal requirements, particularly within key programs such as the Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) and the Percentage of Income Payment Plan (PIPP).

You'll be responsible for reviewing community grant applications and program activities to ensure alignment with government regulations and federally mandated organizational standards. Your insights will help shape stronger, more effective community programs by recommending improvements following monitoring visits.

This is a great opportunity for someone who thrives in a collaborative environment, enjoys problem-solving, and is committed to making tangible difference in the lives of individuals and families. If you're looking to grow your career in public service while helping to build more resilient communities, we'd love to hear from you!

What you’ll do:

Monitor local agencies for compliance with state and federal program requirements

Review grant applications and program activities for adherence to regulations

Conduct site visits, assessments, and prepare reports with findings and recommendations

Evaluate financial records, audits, and agency systems; recommend corrective actions

Develop and update program guidelines, grant policies, and compliance procedures

Provide training, workshops, and technical assistance to agency staff and service providers

Facilitate communication and partnerships among agencies, utilities, and stakeholders

Investigate and respond to client complaints and inquiries

Use Salesforce systems for grants management, reporting, and troubleshooting

Compile and analyze program data, financial statistics, and prepare narrative/statistical reports

Travel to work sites, sometimes overnight, to conduct monitoring and training activities

The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.

This position is required to work in the office Monday-Friday in the Vern Riffe building,

77 South High St. Columbus, OH 43215

36 months experience in planning, developing and/or implementing community and/or economic development programs. Must be able to provide own transportation.

-Or completion of an undergraduate core program in business administration, public administration, city and regional planning, sociology, social services or political science; 12 months experience in planning, developing and/or implementing community and/or economic development programs.

-Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above.

-Requires overnight travel and must be able to provide own transportation.

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

Medical Coverage

Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period

Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year

Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave

Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)

Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.