HOUSING & COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT GRANT MANAGER

Company: Chelseama
Location: Chelsea
Posted on: October 29, 2024

Job Description:

Housing & Community Development Grant ManagerDepartment Housing & Community DevelopmentUnion/Pay Grade: United Steelworker / Grade 10

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Annual Salary: $69,696.54 - $90,625.24POSITION SUMMARY
The Department of Housing and Community Development strives to achieve a prosperous, healthy, and equitable community. A strong community development function is rooted in sound administrative systems, robust management and oversight, and a commitment to maintaining compliance to ensure that resources are continuously obtained and effectively used.
The Department is seeking a Housing & Community Development Grant Manager to oversee critical grant and financial management functions, while providing administrative, fiscal, and budgetary assistance to the Director of Housing & Community Development. As assigned, oversees and manages all aspects of key federal and state grants, including, but not limited to, the Community Development Block Grant Program. Oversees budget preparation and monitoring, financial transactions, compliance monitoring, and program management. Assists in the development, coordination, and implementation of various grant programs and the Department's capital improvement programs.EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
BS/BA degree preferred in the area of urban planning or policy, public administration, business administration, finance, or a related field; At least four (4) years of similar work experience; one (1) year of which is in an administrative supervisory capacity; An equivalent combination of post-secondary education and work experience will be considered. Bilingual (English and Spanish) helpful.SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & ABILITIES

• Knowledge of the Community Development Block Grant Program, community development policies and procedures, and municipal business practices;
• Ability to maintain strict level of confidentiality in all Departmental matters;
• Capable of performing grant and financial management functions with current software and enterprise systems; fully computer literate; capable of evaluating effectiveness of programs used and recommending enhancements;
• Negotiation, problem resolution, and interpersonal skills demonstrated through similar experience;
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, & ability to adhere to & enhance policies;
• Demonstrated budgeting and finance aptitude, including strong basic math skills;
• Ability to collaborate with staff, funding agencies, City departments, and external stakeholders;
• Working knowledge of city planning principles and practices;
• Working knowledge of the functions of municipal government, local ordinances, rules and regulations, including public procurement in MA;
• Ability to communicate clearly and accurately, including ability to communicate complex information in a simple fashion. Ability to interact with the public in a courteous manner;Qualified candidates submit an employment application, with cover letter and resume to Human Resources, City of Chelsea, 500 Broadway, Room 301, Chelsea, MA 02150 or email to jobs@chelseama.gov. or visit our website @ www.chelseama.gov.The City of Chelsea is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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