Employment

NORTHEASTERN PENNSYLVANIA ALLIANCE (NEPA)

JOB DESCRIPTION

POSITION TITLE: Community & Economic Development Manager

DIVISION: Community & Economic Development Services

SUPERVISOR: Vice President, Community& Economic Development Services

EFFECTIVE DATE: October 14, 2026

FLSA STATUS: Exempt

PAY GRADE: Program Manager

GENERAL DESCRIPTION: The Community & Economic Development Manager is a full-time, salaried, exempt position within the Community& Economic Development Services Division. This position is responsible for providing technical, program and administrative support towards the delivery of programs and services. The primary functions include program design and development, grant seeking and writing, contract management and program evaluation. The position includes the day-to-day management of the NEPA Nonprofit & Community Assistance Center, NEPA Grantmakers Forum, Appalachian Regional Commission/U.S. Economic Development Administration grant technical assistance and review process, Engage Business Retention & Expansion Program, StartUp NEPA, Tobyhanna Defense Technology Partnership (TDTP) and PA Redevelopment Capital Assistance Program (RCAP) grant applications. Experience in managing multiple contracts, setting priorities and meeting deadlines is required.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Ability to design and manage projects from conception, funding acquisition, implementation and evaluation.

2. Ability to identify, evaluate and prioritize funding programs or opportunities, which can maintain or expand services.

3. Ability to design, fund and implement a program, service or training that will build capacity within the nonprofit and grantmaking sector.

4. Ability to maintain a current technical knowledge of the subject matter of assigned programs or services.

5. Ability to research, learn, implement and deliver best practices related to programs and services.

NORTHEASTERN PENNSYLVANIA ALLIANCE NEPA

JOB DESCRIPTION

POSITION TITLE:        Loan Closing Specialist

DIVISION:     Business Development Services

SUPERVISOR:               VP of Business Development Services

EFFECTIVE DATE:         October 16, 2026

FLSA STATUS:              Exempt

PAY GRADE:                 Program Specialist

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

The Loan Closing Specialist is a full-time, salaried, exempt position within the Business Development Services Division. The Loan Closing Specialist is responsible for coordinating, preparing, and completing all aspects of loan closings for NEPA Alliance business loan programs. This position ensures that loan documentation complies with federal, state, and local regulations, internal policies, and program requirements. The Loan Closing Specialist works closely with borrowers, attorneys, lenders, title companies, and internal staff to facilitate timely and accurate loan closings.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Individuals must have the ability to perform all the following Essential Functions:

1. Coordinate and manage all aspects of commercial and small business loan closings for NEPA programs.
2. Prepare, review, and assemble closing documents to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with program requirements.
3. Interpret and apply federal, state, and local loan program requirements administered by NEPA.
4. Coordinate with attorneys, title companies, lenders, and borrowers to schedule and complete timely closings.
5. Review legal documents, including loan agreements, promissory notes, security agreements, mortgages, guarantees, and closing disclosures.
6. Confirm all closing conditions and underwriting requirements are satisfied prior to funding.
7. Coordinate collection and verification of insurance, liens, collateral documentation, and title work.
8. Prepare closing checklists and ensure documents are properly executed and recorded.
9. Maintain accurate loan data in internal databases and loan management systems.
10. Communicate with borrowers regarding closing requirements, timelines, and documentation.
11. Coordinate loan disbursements in accordance with approved terms and program guidelines.
12. Collaborate with the Business Finance Manager and loan servicing staff to ensure smooth transition to servicing.
13. Prepare closing-related reports and documentation for management, auditors, and regulatory agencies.
14. Stay current on lending regulations, compliance requirements, and industry best practices.
15. Maintain organized, complete loan files in compliance with record retention and audit standards.
16. Perform required physical, travel, and operational duties, including extended desk work, operating office equipment, driving to work-related functions, and occasional overnight travel.
17. Provide assistance to borrowers and partners on closing procedures and documentation.
18. Perform additional duties as assigned by the VP of Business Development Services and/or President & CEO.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Ability to assist with internal and external audits by providing loan closing documentation and explanations as required.
2. Ability to assist in various post-closing duties, including various loan servicing activities.
3. Ability to explain loan closing procedures and documentation to federal, state, and NEPA auditors.
4. Ability to assist in the development and refinement of loan closing policies, procedures, and checklists.
5. Ability to serve on various NEPA committees for the benefit of the organization.
6. Ability to assist other NEPA divisions by coordinating loan closings that complement other economic development programs.
7. Assist in promoting and supporting NEPA loan programs through interaction with borrowers, banks, attorneys, and economic development partners.