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Grants Coordinator - Oak Park, IL

Job Classification: Grants Coordinator  

Department/Division: Development Customer Services/Neighborhood Services 

Employment Status: Full-time 

Hourly Salary/Grade: $50,812.59-$69,910.45 

Deadline for Application: Until filled  


POSITION SUMMARY:  


This position will develop, administer and coordinate CDBG and other grant-funded  programs for Development Customer Services; coordinate assigned activities with other  departments and outside agencies; and to provide highly responsible and complex staff  assistance to the Development Customer Services Grants Supervisor and the Development  Customer Services Department Director, as well as advisory boards and commissions. 


INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANTS: 


Applicants can apply directly using the following link: https://secure.entertimeonline.com/ta/6141780.careers?ApplyToJob=503546759 For additional information on the position visit our website at http://www.oak-park.us/jobs.  Applications and resumes may also be submitted by mail to: Human Resources, Village of Oak  Park, 123 Madison Street, Oak Park, IL 60302; by email to: jobs@oak-park.us ; or by fax to: 708- 358-5107. The Village of Oak Park offers a highly competitive benefit package that includes  a retirement plan, deferred compensation program, social security, health & life insurance,  vacation, sick leave & other benefits.  


GRANTS COORDINATOR 


DEFINITION 


To develop, administer and coordinate CDBG and other grant-funded programs for Development  Customer Services; coordinate assigned activities with other departments and outside agencies; and to provide highly responsible and complex staff assistance to the Development Customer Services  Neighborhood Services Division Manager and the Development Customer Services Department Director,  other Department Directors, as assigned, as well as advisory boards and commissions. 


EXAMPLES OF DUTIES  


Essential and other important duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the  items listed below. 


Essential duties and responsibilities 


  1. Administers federal and state grant-funded programs, either directly or through grantees. 

  2. Directs and coordinates the financial monitoring and management of federal and state grant funded programs. 

  3. Directs, coordinates and facilitates the evaluation and auditing, as directed, of federal and  state grant-funded programs.  

  4. Recommends grant related policy adjustments and implementation improvements to the  Grants Supervisor and the Neighborhood Services Manager.  

  5.  Reviews literature dealing with funds available from governmental agencies to determine feasibility of developing programs and/or grant application to supplement the Village’s  annual budget allocations.  

  6. Assist in the Village’s coordination and implementation of public information efforts to  promote the availability and importance of various federal and state-funded grant programs. 

  7. Prepares and submits grant proposals for consideration; writes grant applications in required format and submits applications, as directed, to funding agencies.  

  8. Confers with individuals affected by proposed grant program to develop program goals and objectives; outlines proposal for how funds are to be used and explains procedures  necessary to obtain and maintain funding. 

  9. Discusses program requirements and sources of funds available with appropriate staff, citizens and advisory bodies.  

  10. Maintain appropriate grant records and files and monitor all paperwork, ensuring accuracy  and timely completion.  

  11.  Participatesin the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities of the Village. 

  12. Perform related duties and responsibilities, as required, as directed by the Grants Supervisor,  Neighborhood Services Division Manager or Development Customer Services Department  Director.  


Other important responsibilities and duties include the items listed below. 

  1. Meet with representatives for grant funding sources, as directed, to work out details of application proposals.  

  2. Assist Development Customer Services Department personnel in writing reports to comply with grant requirements. 


QUALIFICATIONS 

Knowledge of 

  1. Federal and state grant programs, specifically Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)  programs.  

  2. Operational characteristics, services and activities of a CDBG program. 

  3. Management skills to analyze programs, policies and operational needs. 

  4. Principles and practices of program development and administration.  

  5. Principles and practices of municipal budget preparation and administration.

  6. Methods of research, program analysis, and report preparation. 

  7. Pertinent Federal, State and Village codes and ordinances.  

  8. Principles and practices of program auditing. 

  9. Modern office procedures, methods and computer equipment including word processing and spreadsheets.

Housing Rehabilitation & CDBG Programs Specialist - Wauwatosa, Wisconsin

Housing Rehabilitation & CDBG Programs Specialist 
Salary: See Position Description
Location: Wauwatosa, WI
Job Type: Full-Time
Department: Development
Closing: 7/25/2022 4:30 PM Central

Position Overview

The City of Wauwatosa is much more than an employer – it's a community. The City of Wauwatosa is a progressive, full-service municipal organization. Be a part of a team that strives to find new and better ways to improve our residents' experiences.

Under the direction of the Housing Rehabilitation & CDBG Programs Manager, the employee in this position performs a wide variety of program support functions including: working with applicants during the home rehabilitation application process; programmatic recordkeeping and reporting; performance and coordination of specialized program functions; direct involvement in financial responsibilities such as loan reconciliation; and office administration.

The starting pay for this position ranges from $24.09/hr. to $27.52/hr., depending on experience and qualifications.  Further increases to the top of the range, $33.02/hr. will be based on performance.   

Essential Functions

  • Prepare and submit to Federal Housing and Urban Development (HUD) the five-year Consolidated Plan and Annual Action Plans and Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER).
  • Perform operations of the CDBG Program including required reports, plans, financial distributions, and contract monitoring.
  • Compile and submit accurate data required by the Federal Integrated Disbursement and Information System (IDIS) for subrecipient and housing rehab activities, Consolidated Plans, and payment vouchers.
  • Work with applicants during the home rehabilitation application process, including: review of completed applications, determining housing rehabilitation needs, ensuring required documentation for loan approval (e.g. appraisals, title work, income verifications, etc.), verification with Manager for approval, notifications to the applicants, and regular monitoring of open loans.
  • Prepare, execute, and file mortgage loan documents (e.g., mortgage, note, lead-based paint disclosure form, etc.).
  • Coordinate with Finance Department to ensure fund availability.
  • Prepare and execute contract, pay request, change orders, and other documents (e.g. bid summary, notice to proceed, etc.) among contractor, homeowner, and City.
  • Respond to inquiries from applicants/lending institutions/mortgage companies regarding loan subordination, loan payoff, etc.
  • Ensure continuing eligibility requirements are being maintained.
  • Assist property owners in selecting contractors.
  • Promote program through news articles, social media, etc.
  • Work under the guidance of applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations.
  • Perform administrative duties for the CDBG/Housing, Planning, and Economic Development Divisions including the creation and publication of meeting notices/agendas, recordkeeping, printing, and mailing.
  • Maintain and keep project files updated.
  • Perform related duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

Bachelor’s degree and 2 years of experience in a relevant field, or Associate’s degree and 5 years of experience in a relevant field.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office products, specifically, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.  Working knowledge of GIS.

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS

  • Experience with the Federal Community Development Block Grant program.
  • Principals of housing rehabilitation.

  • LANGUAGE, MATHEMATICAL, AND ACCOUNTING SKILLS
    • Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical procedures and governmental regulations.  Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.   Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from applicants, contractors, and the general public.
    • Strong written and oral communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide variety of customers, both internal and external.
    • Basic mathematical skills including the ability to add, subtract, multiply, divide and compute percentages with accuracy.
    • Ability to keep accurate financial records and make reports

Additional Information

Receives supervision from the Housing Rehabilitation & CDBG Programs Manager

Project Manager- Affordable Housing - Stockton, CA

Project Manager (Affordable Housing Development)
Visionary Home Builders of California 
Stockton, CA

The Development Project Manager, under direct supervision of the Development Director, performs a wide variety of tasks directly related to the development of affordable housing. The Project Manager seeks and finds opportunities for developing new housing projects, initiates new projects, and supervises and coordinates all activities relating to a project’s development from acquisition through to completion of construction, occupancy and cost certification. The Project Manager locates, evaluates and performs feasibility analysis for vacant land or existing buildings for potential acquisition, construction and or rehabilitation. This position is characterized by a high degree of initiative and creativity, responsibility, accountability, and ability to work congenially with a wide variety of individuals, other community based organizations, and governmental entities.

Essential Functions:

  • Identification and evaluation of potential development sites.
  • Develop project proformas and evaluate thorough financial feasibility analysis.
  • Prepares funding applications, coordinate loan closings and prepare draw requests
  • Conducts and participates in periodic construction site inspections and Construction/draw request meetings.
  • Supervises activities of projects consultants on a project by project basis.
  • Monitors construction activities in regards to quality and cost control issues.
  • Conducts due diligence tasks to safeguard the organization’s investments and corporate integrity.
  • Maintain accurate and complete records, including project progress reports, track and manage project costs
  • Review loan, grant and other financing documents
  • Assist with preparation for presentations before public agencies, elected officials, community groups and financial institutions
  • Research and resolve project issues
  • Serve as ownership representative in all construction-related activities, the general public, and garners community based support for potential projects.
  • Attends city council, council housing committee, or other governmental agency department meetings when project specific issues or matters related to affordable housing are being discussed.
  • Performing related duties as required
Job Qualification Requirements:
Knowledge & Experience:

Applicants must have: strong writing and verbal skills; ability to balance, prioritize, and complete multiple tasks on time as required. Relevant education, work, or internship experience desirable, but not required. Applicants should have an interest in affordable housing specifically, and community development generally. Applicant should have experience and demonstrated ability in the following areas:
  • Ability to balance, prioritize and complete a variety of tasks and projects.
  • Some experience in project management
  • Strong administrative skills with extreme attention to detail.
  • Basic understanding of funding regulations (TCAC, AHP, MHP, etc.)
  • Clear and effective verbal and written communications.
  • Some knowledge of real estate principles and practices, including tenant rights and responsibilities
  • Knowledge of accounting practices
  • Knowledge of spreadsheet software
  • Some knowledge of financial formulas in spreadsheets
  • Initiation and maintenance of effective, cooperative working relationships with other staff and all outside lenders, consultants, community members, and city officials
  • Must have access to automobile
Education:
  • An undergraduate degree highly desired. Course work or experience in urban planning, public policy, public administration, real estate development, business administration, technical writing or similar desired, but not required. OR
  • At least three (3) years housing development experience, with a preference for previous experience in government-funded projects or developments. B.A. degree preferred. OR
  • Familiarity with public and private housing finance programs, tenant and operation subsidies, and sound comprehension of program rules and regulations, including, but not limited to: CTCAC, HOME, CDBG, USDA, and AHP. OR
  • Must have knowledge of accounting practices.
  • Knowledge of basic real estate principles and practices, including tenant rights and responsibilities.
  • An equivalent combination of training and experience
  • Equipment and Software
  • Computer with Internet and email capabilities
  • Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint
  • Google Apps products (email, calendar, docs, etc.)
  • Microsoft Project
Licenses/Certification:
Valid driver’s license with clean driving record and proof of auto insurance required

Employment Type:
Full-Time

Benefits Offered:
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401K

Supervising Planner - Housing and Development - County of San Luis Obispo, CA

Supervising Planner - Housing and Development

County of San Luis Obispo
Location: 
CA


Opening Date/Time: Tue. 10/20/15 12:00 AM Pacific Time
Closing Date/Time: Tue. 11/17/15 11:59 PM Pacific Time
Salary: $37.37 - $45.42 Hourly
$6,477.47 - $7,872.80 Monthly
$77,729.60 - $94,473.60 Annually
Job Type: Hourly
Location: City of San Luis Obispo, California
Department: Planning & Building
About the Position 
The San Luis Obispo County Department of Planning and Building is currently recruiting for a Supervising Planner - Housing and Development.

Under general direction, the Supervising Planner - Housing and Development coordinates, implements, and maintains assigned federal, state, and local housing finance and community development programs, including Community Development Block Grants (CDBG), HOME, homeless, and housing and funding programs; acts as a Supervisor; provides technical expertise and training to staff; and performs related duties as required.
The ideal candidate will have two or more years of direct experience supervising subordinate staff.
Minimum requirements for this position:

Graduation from an accredited institution with a Bachelor's degree in urban and regional planning, architecture, landscape architecture, geography, natural resources management, environmental, physical or life science, or a closely related field. (Job related experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.) In addition, a minimum of four years of professional experience in urban and regional planning or environmental review and analysis, at least one of which shall have been in a supervisory capacity. (A Master's Degree or Bachelor's Degree in two fields such as in planning and public administration or natural resources management and housing, community development and energy conservation is desirable and may be substituted for one year of non-supervisory professional experience.)
How to Apply:Applications, including answers to supplemental questions, must be submitted online by the final filing date. To apply for this position, click "apply" at the top of this page.

An initial application review will be conducted. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications and are best qualified will be invited to participate in selection activities which may include online assessments, performance exams, written exams, and interviews.

Final candidates will be required to have an in-depth background review performed before proceeding in the process. Please note that references will not be contacted until the end of the process.

If you have questions or would like to discuss the opportunity further, please contact Human Resources at hr@co.slo.ca.us. Confidential inquiries are welcomed.

For further information regarding the County of San Luis Obispo, visit our website at www.slocounty.ca.gov.

Associate Planner - City of Camarillo, CA

Associate Planner

City of Camarillo
Professional Area: 
Housing
Experience: 
3-5 years
Contact person: 
Human Resources

Phone: 
805.383.5633
Location: 
CamarilloCA
DEFINITION
Coordinates the development review process; communicates and coordinates with other City departments, developers, and outside agencies throughout the development process to create the best possible development. Provides front counter and phone support; provides information and assistance to developers, property owners, the public, other departments, and outside agencies regarding laws, regulations, standards, policies, and procedures related to the submission of plans, processing of applications, and implementation requirements; investigates and responds to complaints of zoning code violations.
As assigned, provides outreach, education, monitoring, and contact with persons, non-profits, private developers, and housing agencies regarding affordable housing; prepares housing affordability agreements; coordinates with developers, homebuyers, and lenders to implement housing programs; reviews loan programs and notifies lenders if loan product is not available. As assigned, manages contracts for Community Development Block Grant programs and inclusionary housing programs; coordinates with non-profits, developers, government officials, realtors, lenders, and citizens. Represents the City at meetings and on committees; reviews and comments on other agencies’ plans, and regional plans, programs, and environmental documents.
EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in urban or regional planning, environmental design, architecture or a related field. A Master’s degree is desirable. Three years of increasingly responsible professional planning experience in a local government at a level comparable to an Assistant Planner with the City of Camarillo.
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS A qualified applicant must have working knowledge of operations, services, and activities of a community planning and development program. Modern principles, practices, and techniques of current and advance planning including land use, environmental policy analysis, municipal service delivery, physical design, landscape architecture, demographics, and economic and social concepts as applied to municipal planning. Principles and practices used in building, architecture, and engineering. The ability to perform professional level planning duties in the development, implementation, and modification of City plans and regulations. Apply policies, procedures, and standards pertaining to the municipal planning process. Interpret, analyze, apply, implement, and explain pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations including City codes and departmental policies and administrative directives.

Program Manager - City of Flint, MI

City of Flint
Employment Opportunity
Program Manager
1799

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:
Supervises activities related to development and implementation of the various programs of the department; establishes performance standards and coordinates performance and evaluation systems; serves as a departmental liaison; assures compliance with all applicable Federal performance parameters; performs related duties as assigned by the Director. Prior experience and knowledge of HUD programs, including HOME, CDBG, & RLF, programs strongly preferred.
MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS:
A. Possession of a Bachelor’s degree with a specialization in Social Sciences, Business
Administration, Public Administration or related field.
B. Prior experience in the administration of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)-funded entitlement programs for community development activities directed toward neighborhood revitalization, economic development, housing, and improved community facilities and services is preferred.
C. Expertise in a variety of HUD- and Economic Development Administration (EDA)- funded programs and activities, including Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), HOME Investment partnership (HOME), Emergency Shelter Grant (ESG), Revolving Loan Funds (RLF) and considerable knowledge of regulations related to the same.
D. Considerable knowledge of the form and content of legal documents such as deeds, contracts, leases, and related documents.
E. Considerable ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, public officials, and the general public.
F. Ability to prepare reports and keep records in accordance with records management guidelines for retention and disposal schedule for municipal governments and funders.
G. Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
H. Ability to handle public relations problems with diplomacy.
I. Ability to speak effectively in public.
J. Ability to keep records and prepare reports.
K. Skill in the use of a computer, including a variety of software such as word processing, databases, and spreadsheets.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
Applications will be accepted until THURSDAY, OCTOBER 15, 2015 at 5:00PM on the City of Flint’s website:cityofflint.com. No paper applications and/or resumes will be accepted in the Human Resources Department. Any questions about the application process, please call 810-766-7280. Please do not call about the status of your application. 

Housing and Community Development Program Manager - City of Everett, WA

Housing and Community Development Program Manager

City of Everett, Washington
Professional Area: 
Community Development and Redevelopment
Experience: 
5-7 years
Contact person: 
Dean Koutlas, Human Resources Manager


Email: 
dkoutlas@everettwa.gov
Location: 
EverettWA



The City of Everett is seeking a highly motivated individual as a hands-on manager for the appointive position of Housing and Community Development Program Manager.
Under the direction of the Planning & Community Development Director, manage the day to day functions of the City's Community Housing Improvement Program (CHIP) (Housing Rehabilitation Program), City of Everett Human Needs funds, and Community Development Block Grant programs.
Duties include directing the development and implementation of the city's housing programs, community development programs, and Human Services grant programs. The Program Manager is responsible for coordinating the activities, schedules and implementation of projects and programs.
Supervisory responsibility includes Community Housing Improvement Program (CHIP) staff and Community Development Block Grant staff.
Work is reviewed through management team conferences and written reports.
Application materials must be received no later than 5:00 p.m., Monday, September 28, 2015, by the Human Resources Department, City of Everett, 2930 Wetmore Avenue, Suite 5A, Everett, WA 98201.
Application materials may be obtained at www.everettwa.gov/careers or by telephone (425) 257-8767, toll free (800) 458-7630.

Director of Planning and Development - City of Flint, MI

Director of Planning and Development

City of Flint
Experience: 
5-7 years
Location: 
FlintMI
CITY OF FLINT
Position Description
Director of Planning & Development
Salary Range: $88,000-$95,000
Established: July 28, 2015
Appointed
Flint is a city poised and ready for transformation. After decades of economic and population decline (> 100,000 in population), Flint is committed to forging innovation and creativity into a city of new opportunity, vitality, and livability. The adopted Master Plan is Flint’s roadmap to achieving this vision. The Department of Planning and Development has been recently re-organized to include the Divisions of: Building & Safety Inspections, Blight Elimination & Neighborhood Stabilization, Community & Economic Development, Zoning & Case Management, Planning, and Parks & Recreation to more effectively implement the Master Plan. As a result, the staff consisting of 24 FTE and 2 PT employees has been able to leverage very limited resources to further 118 projects and strategies outlined in the Master Plan last year.
Position Summary
Under the supervision of the City Administrator, the Director of Planning & Development is responsible for ensuring the public safety, health, and well-being of Flint’s residents, businesses and visitors through targeted investment and rational, well-designed and physically integrated land use and development that advances economic prosperity, eliminates blight and stabilizes neighborhoods, protects the environment, and promotes a better quality of life in the City. The Director exercises general supervision over professional, technical, and clerical positions within the Planning & Development Department.
Essential job functions include, but are not limited to:
  • Develop   and   direct   departmental   goals,   objectives,   policies,   and   priorities   and   the corresponding budget;
  • Oversee building and safety inspection services, housing regulations, and permit processing;
  • Create and implement comprehensive property disposition polices;
  • Direct the management of the City’s parks and recreational facilities;
    • Serve as the principal advisor to the City on economic and community development issues and allocation of CDBG resources;
    • Prepare and recommend long-range plans for City services and programs;
      • Direct  code  enforcement,  blight  elimination,  and  neighborhood  stabilization  program  and services; and
      • Develop specific proposals for action on current and future City development needs.
The Director has a responsibility to evaluate, develop, and implement necessary changes to improve the coordinated efforts between City divisions to expedite planning and building projects in the City. The Director will prepare and present reports to City Council, other public agencies, and advisory bodies with respect to building services matters. The Director will meet with citizens and interest groups to discuss proposed code adoptions or revisions, new programs code applications, and administration or department policies. Most importantly, the Director will promote the mission, values, and standards of an effective public organization, particularly in the area of customer service.

The Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will be a fair, ethical, and decisive leader whose leadership and decisions focus on what is best for the Flint community, and who will implement organizational improvements within the Planning & Development Department to meet those objectives. The ideal candidate will establish a shared department vision, and work collaboratively and cooperatively within the department and with other City departments to establish a high quality development review services operation. The ideal candidate will also have outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, a track record of successful management, and a team oriented approach to advance the department’s goals and objectives.
An example of the education and experience which most likely demonstrates the skills, knowledge and abilities required to perform the duties include a Bachelor’s Degree in Urban Planning, Planning Administration, Public Administration or a closely related field and five to seven (5-7) years of increasingly responsible experience in managing community development programs; including three to five (3-5) years of senior administrative and management responsibility. A Master’s Degree in Public Administration, Planning, Economics, Marketing or a field relevant to the requirements of the position is highly desirable. Candidates must have experience working in ethnically diverse communities.
Classification History Established: Human Resources 07/28/2015
The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.
Please visit www.cityofflint.com or the jobs posting page for more information and to apply.

Policy Advisor for Planning and Project Management (Office of Recovery and Resiliency) - New York City, NY

RR – Policy Advisor for Planning and Project Management (Office of Recovery and Resiliency)


MAYOR OFFICE OF RECOVERY AND RESILIENCY

POLICY ADVISOR – PLANNING AND PROJECT MANAGEMENT
JOB NUMBER: 11546
ORGANIZATIONAL PROFILE: In April 2015 the Mayor Bill de Blasio released One New York: The Plan for a Strong and Just City (OneNYC), which provides the Mayor's Office of Recovery and Resiliency (ORR) a renewed charge to strengthen social and economic resiliency; upgrade buildings; adapt the region's infrastructure systems; and enhance the city's coastal defenses in response to the evolving risks associated with climate change and other 21st century threats. OneNYC builds off of prior climate resiliency plans, including A Stronger, More Resilient New York released in 2013 that laid out a strategy for (1) rebuilding and making stronger those neighborhoods hardest hit by Hurricane Sandy and (2) improving the City's infrastructure to ensure greater resiliency in the face of future climate change impacts. To learn more about OneNYC and the New York City's resiliency initiatives, please visit: www.nyc.gov/onenyc
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: The Policy Advisor reports directly to a Senior Policy Advisor. S/he provides support to the Office in all efforts to implement the recommendations of One New York: The Plan for a Strong and Just New York and to accomplish the City's resiliency goals. The incumbent will also provide project management and facilitate stakeholder engagement on several planning initiatives, while assisting ORR leadership in the development of policy and projects. Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:
  • Manage all aspects of discrete planning projects, including project scope development, coordination with City, State and Federal agencies, and project administration, including project tracking and monitoring;
  • Manage relationships with City agencies and coordinating inter-agency actions; working closely with agencies to align priorities, and coordinating parallel planning efforts that support the implementation of the City's resiliency plan;
  • Evaluate the efficacy of existing City, State and Federal planning and providing feedback to relevant parties; and helping to coordinate interactions across the City's land use, flood risk reduction, and coastal protection efforts;
  • Ensure a consistent public message; and providing guidance on all documents that come into and leave the office to ensure a high quality of responsiveness and performance;
  • Assist with the efforts of ORR to monitor progress, track metrics and evaluate effectiveness of all resiliency actions; and ensuring the execution of key milestones and initiatives that further resiliency policy goals;
  • Assist with procurement and oversight of third-party services such as project management, project controls, planning, design, engineering, and other services as required;
  • Lead efforts of ORR to secure sources of funding for initiatives and near-term milestones, including compiling data, providing technical assistance and leveraging professional expertise;
  • Assist with the establishment and maintenance of relevant electronic and paper files by the team's administrative assistant, including project, program and communication files; assist in preparing for and responding to audits; and
  • Assist in miscellaneous stakeholder outreach, special projects and events.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS AND/OR SKILLS:

  • A graduate degree and/or at least five (5) years of full-time relevant professional experience in a field related to this position;
  • A background in policy, planning, project management, or other relevant field is essential, in addition to at least one of the following: an understanding of issues relating to resiliency in an urban setting; knowledge of New York City's governmental structure and policy context; knowledge of Federal funding programs, including CDBG-DR;
  • An understanding of issues relating to climate change resiliency in a large urban setting and/or the interplay of coastal resiliency, the built environment, stormwater management, energy, urban planning, and economic development;
  • Attention to detail and excellent organization skills, which include and are not limited to the ability to manage complex projects; coordinate interagency programs; maintain control of analytical details while balancing large-scale program objectives;
  • Ability to gain the support of independent stakeholders;
  • Willingness to work as part of a team environment, and adapts well to change;
  • Willingness to travel, as required;
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, particularly in terms of creating, directing and translating rigorous, defensible public policy models into transparent conclusions that can be easily explained and understood by the public; and
  • New York City government work experience; or relevant technical, consulting or business background, a plus.
SALARY: Commensurate with experience.

How to apply

TO APPLY: Please submit a cover letter and resume:
https://a002-oom03.nyc.gov/IRM/EventRegistration/RegForm.aspx?eventGuid=4645fdd8-310d-4db6-884b-e64d4d17fefd. In the "Job Number" section, please insert 11546. This is the same number which is indicated on the upper portion of this job posting.
New York City Residency Is Required Within 90 Days Of Appointment
The City Of New York And The Office Of The Mayor Are Equal Opportunity Employers