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Job Description
Job Listing ID:
4489856
Job Title:
Project and Grants Manager Application Deadline:
06/01/2026
Job Location:
The Dalles
Date Posted:
05/12/2026
Hours Worked Per Week:
37
Shift:
Day Shift Duration of Job:
Full Time, more than 6 months You may contact this employer directly.
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Job Summary:
Help Shape the
Future of Rural Economic Development:
Are you passionate about turning big ideas into funded, community-changing projects? Do you thrive at the intersection of strategic planning, grant development, infrastructure investment, and regional collaboration? MCEDD is seeking a Project & Grants Manager to lead impactful economic and community development initiatives across the Mid-Columbia region. This role is ideal for a highly organized, relationship-driven professional who can successfully manage complex projects, oversee grant programs, and support communities in bringing transformative infrastructure and economic development projects to life. You'll work closely with local governments, funding agencies, regional partners, and community leaders to identify opportunities, secure funding, and ensure projects move successfully from concept to completion.
Mandatory Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Broad-based and detailed knowledge of community and economic development principles and practices; Working knowledge of project management, budgeting practices, and strategic planning; Ability to identify, develop, and maintain strategic relationships/contacts with local, regional, and national public agency, non-profit and private industry managers; Ability to identify overall work objectives and priorities, and plan and carry out projects based on such; Excellent verbal and written communication skills; Strong organizational skills; Ability to build partnerships and work with local governments; Current software skills (Microsoft Office, Adobe, Google); Proficiency in handling a multitude of varied projects without direct supervision; Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective professional working relationships; Demonstrated ability to prepare timely, clear, and concise reports without much oversight; Ability to work both independently and in a team environment; Ability to organize, prioritize, and manage diverse work assignments in an efficient manner; Consistent reliability; Training or certification in facilitation; Ability to effectively compile and analyze data and develop formal recommendations; Mastery in project budgeting and fund management; Positive 'can do' attitude, especially to provide superb customer service; Flexibility; Eagerness to learn new things; Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion related to partners, projects, and clients while addressing public records requirements; Previous demonstrated experience in independent judgment and initiative on assignments and ability to effectively deal with high level contacts inside and outside an organization. Education, Licenses, and Certifications
Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree in public or business administration, planning or economic development, or related field and three years directly related experience, or any satisfactory combination of experience and training which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job duties. A valid driver's license and access to a private vehicle or equivalent is required. Hybrid pos.
Job Classification:
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Non-Commercial Drivers License Preferred:
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Salary:
$83,462.00 to $87,634.00 per Year Depending on Experience, Depending on Qualifications
