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E M P L O Y M E N T O P P O R T U N I T I E S
EXTERNAL POSTING - POSITION SUMMARY
APPLY BY WRITING, SPECIFYING POSITION, TO THE CITY OF NAPERVILLE,
HUMAN RESOURCES, 400 S. EAGLE STREET, NAPERVILLE, IL 60540,
OR APPLY IN PERSON - 400 SOUTH EAGLE STREET, NAPERVILLE, IL,
OR E-MAIL TO apply@naperville.il.us.

THE CITY OF NAPERVILLE IS AN E. O. E.

The City of Naperville complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals needing
accommodations in the recruitment process should notify Human Resources in advance at (630) 305-7066.
Positions are also listed on our Website @ www.naperville.il.us
Posting Date: June 29, 2011

Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Administrator
Part Time, 30 Hours Per Week
Transportation, Engineering and Development Business Group (T.E.D.)
POSITION CLOSES: When Filled
SALARY: $22.39 - $27.98 per hour

The City of Naperville is seeking a dynamic individual to provide overall coordination of the Community Development Block Grant and Social Services Grant Programs by effectively implementing all aspects of the grants’ administrative procedures and the systems supporting distribution of grant funds. Allocating funds and tracking expenditures from these programs is a critical responsibility.

The successful candidate will be responsible for developing new Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) programs each year for approval by the City Council; preparing grant applications and consolidated planning strategy for submittal to HUD, meeting HUD reporting requirements and serving as liaison to the Fair Housing Commission; processing & reviewing recipient agreements for adherence to grant requirements and partnering with the Finance Dept. in budgeting & dispersing grant funds; assisting City Legal staff and HUD staff in monitoring program performance. The candidate will also be responsibe for managing the City’s Social Services Grant Program.

The position requires an individual to be skilled in the use of computers and various software applications including spreadsheets, word processing, database and graphics, as well as knowledge of basic accounting and budgeting principals. Problem solving skills, effective oral and written communication skills, and an ability to develop and maintain good working relationships is essential. Candidates must possess strong skills conducting research, attention to detail, managing multiple priorities, and meeting deadlines.

Requirements include: A Bachelor’s Degree in Planning or a related field required. At least one (1) year experience in CDBG Administration and program development required. The preferred candidate will have familiarity with Federal rules and regulations pertaining to CDBG Programs and at least three (3) years of project management experience.

This position is partially funded by a grant and will exist as long as funds are awarded to the City of Naperville by HUD.