Community Development Specialist

Description

The Cloudburst Group is a unique small business working at the intersection of domestic and international development to support government programs that benefit low-income and vulnerable populations.

The Cloudburst Group offers a robust benefits program to full-time, part-time, and intermittent employees based on their eligibility. The plan includes 120 hours of paid time off, 11 paid holidays, health insurance, life insurance, retirement savings with an employer match, flexible spending accounts, and supplemental benefits.

The expected compensation range for this position is $75,000 to $90,000 yearly, payable on a semi-monthly basis.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Housing and Community Development Specialist to join our Housing & Community Development Team. Cloudburst has a growing portfolio of state and local clients who need assistance with basic federal grant management, as well as support with strategic planning, project implementation, and technical assistance for CDBG, HOME, and HOME-ARP programs. We’re looking for someone who:

• Is motivated to help local governments and states strategically and effectively manage CDBG, HOME, and HOME-ARP programs.
• Has a passion and interest in building knowledge, capacity, and relationships with local government clients.
• Has experience managing a CDBG, HOME, and/or HOME-ARP program and uses regulatory requirements for a wide variety of eligible activities.
• Has experience managing multiple projects across diverse teams.

This position will provide project management and program technical assistance to support the successful planning and implementation of federal funds, including leading teams and facilitating decision-making. It will require flexibility, self-motivation, and the willingness to work and collaborate in remote settings. Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Providing technical assistance to local jurisdictions and states to support the use of HOME, HOME-ARP, and CDBG funds.
• Working with grantees to develop program guidelines, policies and procedures, monitoring checklists, and other program implementation tools.
• Staying current on HUD policy priorities and advising communities on compliance with HUD regulations.
• Advising grantees on program administration and management, including project eligibility, subrecipient management and oversight, and monitoring.
• Providing training and capacity building for CDBG or HOME grants managers.
• Managing small to large-scale projects and project teams through creating and enforcing timelines, monitoring budget and scope, and providing high-quality deliverables to clients.
• Providing coordination and administrative support (including project management, meeting preparation and documentation, and budget tracking) for various internal and external initiatives.
• Creating and maintaining relationships with state and local clients across the country.

• Bachelor's degree in a related field, advanced training, or equivalent experience, and at least ten years of related experience, or a Master’s degree in a related field with at least eight years of related experience in managing CDBG or HOME programs.
• Knowledge of CDBG or HOME program management, including activity eligibility, program administration, and program best practices.
• Knowledge of cross-cutting regulations such as uniform guidance, uniform relocation, environmental review, labor standards, and fair housing.
• Working knowledge of program planning requirements:
  Consolidated Plans, Annual Action Plans, and CAPERs.
• Knowledge of and ability to use and train on HUD planning and reporting systems (i.e., IDIS).
• Knowledge of HUD CPD formula grant programs: CDBG, HOME, HOME-ARP, and other CPD grant program knowledge is a plus.
• Ability to manage a team of subject matter experts, ensuring quality control and meeting the expectations of clients.
• Ability to prioritize concurrent tasks while working under strict deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Exemplary interpersonal skills and ability to work on remote and in-person teams.
• Willingness to learn new skills and programs.
• Excellent oral and written communication.
• Proficiency in…