Community Development Coordinator

Rochester, City of•Rochester Annex Building, NH

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Administrative, technical and professional work in preparing and implementing community development plans, programs and services for the City of Rochester, drafting grant applications for funding various City initiatives and programs; managing grant implementation and grant reporting for City grants; all other related work as required. This role involves working under the general direction of the Economic Development Director, establishing one's own work plan and priorities in accordance with established policies and standards. The position requires independent thinking and initiative in the administration of the Community Development Block Grant and other grant programs, with the ability to modify procedures to meet new conditions. The work environment is typical office conditions, but requires attendance at numerous regular evening meetings with various city boards and committees. The employee operates a computer and general office equipment, and makes frequent contact with municipal, regional, state and federal agencies, boards, and committees, as well as the general public. Errors could result in recommendations adversely affecting the city’s development, as well as cause significant future funding or repayment of prior funding due to delays in processing important information or adverse legal consequences.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in planning, public administration, or related field and three (3) to five (5) years of experience in program administration and evaluation, grant writing, and/or management; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
New Hampshire motor vehicle operator’s license is required.
Considerable knowledge of community development.
Knowledge of federal and state grants administration.
Working knowledge of housing market, municipal zoning, planning and infrastructure.
Working knowledge of planning programs and processes.
Knowledge of the economic, sociological and environmental aspects of development.
Knowledge of local and regional housing market and housing programs.
Knowledge of various Community Development computer applications.
Ability to plan, organize and direct the preparation of comprehensive research studies, analyze problems, prepare reports and formulate recommendations.
Ability to speak and write effectively.
Demonstrated grant writing, grant management and administration skills.
Strong organizational skills.
Self-motivation and independent work skills required.

Responsibilities

Seeks federal, state, and private grant programs to meet the community development objectives of the city.
Recommends projects for grant funding which meet a community need, and are competitive according to funding source criteria.
Manages Community Development Block Grant program, including drafting action plans, overseeing sub recipient agencies, conducting environmental reviews, and monitoring federal wage law compliance.
Manages other grant programs and funds.
Ensures that regulations governing the use of grant funds are adhered to.
Meets the reporting requirements of both the city and the funding source.
Authorizes the expenditure of grant funds.
Coordinates the division’s efforts with other city departments, boards/agencies, and organizations in areas such as homelessness, affordable housing, and lead safety.
Prepares and administers the annual division budget; maintains complete records on all relevant activity.
Performs similar or related work as required, or as situation dictates.