community development program manager

Work Location: 1112 Manatee Avenue West, Bradenton, Florida 34205

Work Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Expected Starting Salary Range: $80, $106,189.90

This classification is principally responsible for the management and oversight of the U. S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program(s). Responsibilities include performance of administrative, supervisory and professional work associated with housing and community development activities. Work involves establishing liaison and coordination activities with public and private local, state and federal agencies. This position also provides direct supervision to the Community Development Project Manager and Senior Housing & Community Development Technician.

Working Conditions
Indoor/Outdoor environment; high noise environment while performing certain responsibilities. Lifting equipment up to 50 lbs. alone; up to 100 lbs. with assistance.

Note: This position has been designated by the Manatee County Commission as serving at the will and pleasure of the County Administrator. Employees so designated may be terminated at any time with or without cause.

Essential Functions
These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position.

Development of the County's Five-Year Consolidated Plan that establishes project priorities as well as development and implementation of the Annual Action Plan.

Develops eligible and achievable projects to be incorporated in the Consolidated Plan through information obtained by a needs assessment, analysis and public input in compliance with local, state and federal rules, regulations and statutes.

Ensures proper procedures are established to provide proper use, security, economy, and accountability of all funds.

Develops, implements, and assists with written and oral presentations to the Board of County Commissioners, other government agencies/officials, HUD, community based organizations and the general public.

Assists in planning and implementation of Community Development and related activities to encourage community rehabilitation.

Makes recommendations regarding program development and implementation of Community Development activities.

Coordinates Community Development activities with other public and private local, regional, state and federal plans and programs.

Reviews and evaluates work products such as project files, environmental reviews, procurement documentations, IDIS entries, reimbursement requests and performance reports to ensure accuracy, timeliness and compliance with HUD regulations.

Conducts regular staff meetings and one on one supervision offering guidance, technical assistance, and direction on CDBG policies, procedures and best practices.

Monitors workload distribution reallocating tasks to ensure efficient operations and timely completion of all program responsibilities.

Performs other related work (including weather or other extreme emergency duties) as required.

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in urban planning, economics, public administration, business, human services administration, or closely related field.

Minimum of five (5) years' experience in community development planning, public administration, HUD funded programming or similar field.

Minimum of three (3) years of supervisory experience.

Program management skills required.

Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of principles, practices and techniques of urban planning and/or public administration and community development.

Knowledge of local, state and federal programs relating to community development, neighborhood improvement and housing.

Knowledge of the Federal Housing and Urban Development Department's Community Development Block Grant Programs.

Knowledge of principles, practices and research methodology essential to the analysis and evaluation of community development programs.

Ability to solve problems, offering a range of creative, suitable options.

Ability to prepare and critique annual budgets and fiscal reports.

Ability to prepare and critique grant applications.

Ability to manage multiple complex work assignments independently.

Ability to effectively train and supervise assigned staff.

Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, associates, County officials and the general public.

Skill in computer operations and pertinent software applications, i.e., Excel, Access, Word, etc.; skill in the use of a specialized utilities customer service billing system.

Veterans Preference

In accordance with Florida Statute 295.07, F.S., Chapter 55A-7, priority consideration in employment will be given to eligible veterans and spouses of disabled veterans. Applicants claiming preference must provide a DD Form 214 or other acceptable documentation with their application. We are committed to honoring the service and sacrifices of our veterans and their families.

EEO/ADA Statement

Manatee County Government is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you require any accommodations to participate in the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources at x 3865.

Drug-Free Workplace

Manatee County Government is a drug-free workplace in accordance with Federal and Florida Law.

Emergency Response/Recovery Activities

All employees may be required to work before, during, or after an emergency. During an emergency, employees may temporarily be assigned to work and perform duties outside the normal scope of their position, location, and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens.