Community Development Planner/Grant Administration Specialist - Planning, Building & Development
Lake County IL - Libertyville, IL
Lake County IL - Libertyville, IL
| Lake County is seeking someone who will coordinate the administration of housing and community development projects. They will prepare environmental review records and monitor compliance of labor standards regulations. Responsibilities of this position include assistance with the preparation of the Consolidated Housing and Community Development Plan; administration of the County's Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program and other housing and community development programs in which the County may participate. The candidate will also be responsible for the provision of technical assistance to grantees and grant applicants, program and project management/financial record keeping, and monitoring of grantee performance. Strong assistance is required in the facilitation of the public participation process and presentations on CDBG Program matters to various Commissions and Committees, the County Board, and other public or private groups. There is need for staff attendance at occasional morning or night meetings. THIS IS A GRANT FUNDED POSITION. Required Skills In order to be successful in this position strong project management and communication skills are required. Considerable knowledge of housing and community development principles, practices, programs and resources of urban/regional planning and public administration. Must have skills in regulatory interpretation and contract development/administration. Excellent communication skills as shown by the ability to communicate clearly and effectively with others, both orally and in writing. The candidate must be able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, supervisors, community and public officials, State and Federal agency representatives, and members of the public. Ability to prepare and review complex studies and reports. Strong research and analytical abilities are essential, as are excellent computer skills. Mapping/GIS expertise preferred. Required Experience We are looking for someone who has completed a bachelor's degree from a college or university with major course work in urban or regional planning, business or public administration, social science, or a closely related field. Master's degree is preferred. A candidate holding an advanced degree and/or practical experience with the CDBG Program is preferred. Three years of experience in planning at the level of a Planner or in the housing or community development field is preferred. ANY OFFER OF EMPLOYMENT IS CONDITIONED ON THE SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION OF A PRE-EMPLOYMENT MEDICAL EXAM, WHICH INCLUDES A DRUG AND ALCOHOL SCREEN AND A BACKGROUND SCREENING. Lake County Government offers a competitive salary and benefit package, and is committed to being an employer of choice. Lake County is an Equal Opportunity Employer Lake County IL - 2 days ago - save job |