Community Development Program Manager II – Washington County CDA

Hiring Range: $37.56 to $45.68.

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Washington County Community Development Agency is actively seeking a Community Development Program Manager II to administer the Community Development Block Grant and HOME Investment Partnerships Program, and home ownership programs in Washington County. Duties include annual budget and project planning, providing technical assistance to recipients, assessing community needs, and monitoring compliance with federal regulations.

Performs difficult skilled technical work planning and administering the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME Investment Partnerships (HOME) programs and other home ownership financing programs, coordinating project selection processes, monitoring and reporting on program activities, coordinating activities with federal and state agencies, and related work as apparent or assigned. Work is performed under the general direction of the Division Manager. Limited oversight is exercised over the Community Development Project Manager I.

Occasional oversight is exercised over the Community Development Technician.

• Manages the CDBG and HOME programs and serves as the primary administrator for HUD’s Integrated Disbursement and Information System; implements and maintains processes and protocols; and monitors service contracts.
• Provides comprehensive technical assistance to funding recipients and responds to requests regarding CDBG and HOME requirements, rules and activities; coordinates meetings; administers annual funding decisions on behalf Washington County and the Agency.
• Prepares and coordinates agency-wide plans and procedures for civil rights/fair housing compliance.
• Provides project management for assigned projects, including developing work plans, coordinating project selection processes, monitoring contracts for services, assigning and monitoring work; determines project eligibility; underwrites projects.
• Conducts various types of public meetings, forums and hearings; prepares information for public distribution in accordance with the Citizen Participation Plan and represents the County and Agency policies and positions at various meetings.
• Serves on task forces, committees, and other community organizations to provide information and expertise in the assigned project areas.
• Interprets and ensures compliance with all applicable federal regulations and requirements, including program eligibility, labor standards, procurement, historic preservation and environmental reviews.
• Provides information and responds to requests regarding CDBG requirements, rules and activities; coordinates annual meetings; administer annual funding decisions on behalf of cities, the County and Agency.
• Prepares, presents, and submits CDBG Annual Action Plans and 5-Year Consolidated Plans, Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report (CAPER) and coordinates with consortium members for preparation and submission of HOME plans.
• Keeps abreast of emerging trends and data; participates in committees; and attends meetings, workshops and conferences.