Community Development Specialist

Housing and Community Development Specialist

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Are you passionate about building strong, inclusive communities where everyone has a place to call home? This role offers a unique opportunity to develop and lead impactful programs and projects that expand affordable housing, preserve neighborhoods, and strengthen community engagement. Reporting to the Strategic Initiatives Director, this position plays a key role in shaping housing initiatives by managing complex projects, building partnerships, and advocating for programs and policies that create lasting community benefits.

If you thrive at the intersection of strategy, community engagement, and public service, this is your chance to make a meaningful difference.

• Support and facilitate private investment in affordable housing and housing preservation
• Assist with maintaining and preserving existing housing stock by implementing housing and neighborhood preservation strategies with Development Services staff, local government partners, and community stakeholders
• Liaison on affordable housing and housing preservation projects for the Town
• Lead efforts to connect Town employees, active‑Duty military, and veterans with affordable housing opportunities
• Serve as staff liaison to the Housing Advisory Committee
• Participate in Development Services Pre‑Application meetings for new residential development projects
• Consult on Town infrastructure projects that support affordable housing in conjunction with other Town departments
• Educate Town Council, staff, and residents on affordable housing needs, housing preservation opportunities, and available community resources
• Lead community development engagement initiatives in coordination with the Town’s Communication Team
• Work with staff to develop and implement funding strategies for Town projects related to affordable housing and housing preservation
• Collect data and prepare studies, reports, strategies, maps, and plans pertinent to the creation and support of affordable housing and housing preservation
• Prepare and manage grants related to affordable housing and housing preservation
• Assist in drafting agreements, contracts, memoranda of understanding, and requests for proposals
• Perform related tasks as required

• Have a Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university with a degree in Urban Planning, Public Administration, or Business Administration
• Have at least 3 years of experience in community development, affordable housing, development finance, non‑profit administration, or real estate and economic development; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Be able to handle sensitive data and details in line with established protocols
• Be detail‑oriented, with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously
• Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Master’s Degree in Urban Planning, Public Administration, or Business Administration; or a certification/specialization in Housing and Community Development

The starting salary will be determined based on the selected candidate’s skills and qualifications.

Initial interviews may be conducted before the Final date to receive applications.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Other

Government Administration

Equal Opportunity Employer