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Program Specialist

North Dakota Department of Commerce
Bismarck, ND Full Time
POSTED ON 8/5/2025 CLOSED ON 9/4/2025

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Specialist position at North Dakota Department of Commerce?

It is the mission of Commerce to lead North Dakota's efforts to attract, retain and expand wealth and talent. We strive to provide solutions to empower the success of all North Dakotans.

The North Dakota Department of Commerce is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated professional to support the administration of the US Department of Energy's (DOE) Weatherization (WX) Program and the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP). These programs help reduce energy consumption and costs for low-income residents across North Dakota while improving household health and safety.

This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on North Dakota communities by improving energy efficiency and household well-being for low-income populations. You will be part of a collaborative and mission-driven team within the ND Department of Commerce and the Division of Community Services.

As the Division of Community Services' Program Specialist, you will:

  • Assist in the administration and oversight of WX and LIHEAP programs delivered through eight sub-grantees statewide.
  • Assist with preparing the State's Weatherization grant and budget to the US Department of Energy (DOE) and Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program.
  • Review monthly production and fiscal reports.
  • Monitor sub-grantees for compliance, including on-site visits and file reviews.
  • Provide programmatic support to address grant administration or monitoring issues.
  • Update compliance and monitoring tools to ensure continued compliance with DOE and Office of Community Services (OCS) standards.
  • Share sub-recipient compliance updates with the DCS team.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Associate degree or equivalent from a business or trade school.
  • Minimum of two years of relevant experience; experience with federal grants or fiscal policy is preferred.
  • Willingness and ability to travel. Travel is required to the Bismarck Commerce office and other locations for meetings, conferences, and monitoring. Travel is primarily in-state (25%).
  • Must be certified or able to obtain certification as an Energy Auditor and Quality Control Inspector (QCI).

Location: Commerce has a central office location in Bismarck and this position will be working remotely from any North Dakota location. Travel is required.

The hiring salary range is $4,314 - $4,853 monthly.

About Team ND

"Far and away the best prize life offers is the chance to work hard at work worth doing." - Theodore Roosevelt

More than 7,500 talented, hard-working people across sixty-three agencies have come together as Team North Dakota. At Team ND, we are driven to succeed through gratitude, humility, curiosity and courage. Our purpose is to empower people, improve lives, and inspire success. Join us in being legendary.

Total Rewards: The State of North Dakota is committed to providing team members with a strong and competitive rewards package that support you, your health and your family.

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Application Procedures

Submit the completed online application including cover letter, resume, and three (3) business references.

Application materials must be received at the Department of Commerce by 11:59 p.m. (CST) on the closing date.

Your application and resume should include information to demonstrate how you meet the minimum qualifications as posted. If we are unable to determine that you meet the minimum qualifications, credit will not be given.

The answers given on this application are to be reflective of your work experiences. Any use or suspected use of AI during the application process may affect the outcome of the hiring decision.

  • EMPLOYMENT REFERENCE: Prior to job offer, employment references may be checked.
  • BACKGROUND CHECK: A criminal history and driver's license check will be performed on the successful candidate.

Contact Denise Faber at 701-328-7282 or email at dfaber@nd.gov for more information or accommodation and assistance in the application or interview process.

If you are experiencing technical difficulties with the Application Process or uploading attachments, please contact recruiter@nd.gov or 701.328.3290.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The ND Department of Commerce does not provide sponsorships.

https://www.commerce.nd.gov/

ND Relay TTY 1-800-366-6888 / Voice 1-800-366-6889

Equal Employment Opportunity

The State of North Dakota and this hiring agency do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), genetics, religion, age or disability in employment or the provisions of services and complies with the provisions of the North Dakota Human Rights Act.

As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. Sect. 23-12-10.

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