Work for Indiana
Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.
About the Indiana Housing and Community Development Authority (IHCDA):
The Indiana Housing and Community Development Authority (IHCDA) is a quasi-agency of the State of Indiana and is committed to serving the entire spectrum of housing, from homelessness to homeownership. Our charge is to provide housing opportunities, promote self-sufficiency and strengthen communities, in order to build an Indiana with a sustainable quality of life for all Hoosiers in the community of their choice. To learn more about IHCDA visit us at in.gov/ihcda
Role Overview:
The Weatherization Assistance Program Analyst contributes to fulfilling IHCDA’s mission by providing support for meetings and trainings, developing professional development opportunities for subgrantees, assisting with marketing and communications, becoming a policy expert, and helping with the development of State plans. The Analyst will have the opportunity to participate in Weatherization-specific trainings.
The Weatherization Assistance Program provides updates and work to eligible households that make them more energy efficient, leading to healthier homes and lower energy bills. Indiana typically serves over 800 households every year.
Salary Statement:
This position's salary range $56,700 to $66,700 and is commensurate with education and experience.
A Day in the Life:
Program Strategy (in partnership with Energy and Utility Managers)
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-Understand and apply program rules and policies
-Understand and apply all legislation and guidance
-Assist in the preparation of state plans and program manuals/documents
-Prepare, analyze, and discuss data to assist in making informed decisions.
-Conduct research into best practices and provide recommendations
-Think critically and serve as a ‘sounding board’ for manager/team ideas
-Working with the network and software provider to identify bugs in the system, ensuring all are fixed in a timely manner.
-Maintain an extensive knowledge of Weatherization software (WAPLink).
-Consistently understand updates to Weatherization software in order to effectively communicate those changes to others in a timely manner.
-Effectively identify and process questions, concerns or complaints regarding Weatherization software.
Program Implementation
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-Execute day-to-day operations
-Actively maintain program email inbox
-Create and update SOPs for your job duties
-Assist with the planning and coordinating of training events
-Coordinate document requests from federal funders, internal audit, legislators, etc.
-Assist in drafting subgrantee information/data collection tools
-Track and organize/archive subgrantee-submitted documents
-Provide support for federal reporting
-Client & Subgrantee Customer Service
-Independently respond to and log (as needed) client and subgrantee communications
-Coordinate with Manager and other IHCDA departments as needed to respond to subgrantee/client questions
-Review subgrantee-submitted documents and work with these groups on updates as needed to comply with IHCDA expectations
-Elevate issues to Manager and Director as needed
-Attend and participate in departmental meetings
-Seek out professional development to keep up with the field of interest of your program
-Perform other duties as assigned
This position is exempt from overtime compensation for additional work hours which may be required to complete essential functions or other assigned work. Exempt employees may work more than 75 hours in a pay period without additional compensation and must report a minimum of 75 hours per pay period of work hours and/or paid leave taken to receive their base biweekly salary.
What You'll Need for Success:
-Interpersonal Communication
-Highly collaborative style, works well with a variety of individuals with diverse backgrounds, education, and economic levels
-Demonstrates customer service orientation
-Able to maintain confidentiality of client and agency information
-Accomplishment oriented
-Works efficiently and effectively
-Able to prioritize and organize to meet deadlines and adhere to task and project timelines
-Strong attention to detail and follow-through
-Proactive in anticipating and alerting others to problems with projects or processes Entrepreneurial Mindset
-Able to learn quickly and apply new knowledge to existing frameworks
-Demonstrates a high level of problem-solving ability; thinks logically and analytically Practices continuous improvement in all work activities
-Excels at juggling multiple requests under time and resource pressures, while remaining flexible to changing assignments and agency priorities
-Demonstrates proficient writing and editing skills
-Demonstrates business-related computer skills including Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Teams, Outlook and Internet usage (e-mail).
-At least 2 years’ work experience required.
-Experience with drafting communications, marketing, or developing engagement strategies preferred.
-Bachelor’s degree required.
Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports:
This role may be utilized in a supervisory capacity based on agency needs.
Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:
The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes:
-Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
-Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
-Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
-Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match
-Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
-A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:
-150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers
-Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave
-Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
-12 paid holidays, 14 on election years
-Education Reimbursement Program
-Group life insurance
-Referral Bonus program
-Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
-Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
-Free Parking for most positions
-Free LinkedIn Learning access
Equal Employment Opportunity:
The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at jobsspd.IN.gov.
