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    Community Development Specialist 2 - Clearwater, United States - Pinellas County FL

    Pinellas County FL
    Pinellas County FL Clearwater, United States

    2 weeks ago

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    Community Development Specialist 2

    Classification Title: Community Development Specialist II, C23

    Location: Court Street, Clearwater, FL

    Schedule: This position would have a flexible work schedule that includes up to three days a week remote

    Do you desire a job that will allow you to help others?

    The position involves professional community development work implementing affordable housing programs and activities. The position will work independently in administering an all aspects of grant administration, grant compliance, construction management, housing finance, and/or community development initiatives.

    Responsibilities of the position may include ensuring grant compliance, construction monitoring, project management tasks, administering community development programs and assisting in grant applications. Duties include project monitoring, supervision of housing rehabilitation and grant projects; development and utilization of financial underwriting and payment authorization. Employees in this class are expected to handle all phases of assigned responsibilities to promote community development, grant program compliance, expand community resources, housing rehabilitation, program marketing, and project development; sometimes training, leading and monitoring volunteers and others.

    What Would You Do?

  • Examines and reviews grant applications, plans, reports and reporting requirements for compliance issues; coordinates with non-profit agencies, funders and others to ensure compliance with federal state grant regulations.
  • Conducts construction bid openings, reviews bid proposals, assists non-profit agencies and property owners in the selection of contractors and oversees and inspects construction in progress to ensure program compliance.
  • Negotiates and prepares change orders to contracts, assists non-profit agencies and customers regarding construction activities and maintenance and use of mechanical items or appliances and prepares and maintains document of file building and case processing activities.
  • Trains, counsels, monitors and coordinates with sub-recipients, project sponsors, vendors and contractors.
  • Approves payment of work completed under contract agreements.
  • Determines the feasibility of rehabilitation of structures and prepares bid specifications and cost estimates for labor and materials for construction work.
  • Prepares preliminary drafts and edits materials related to area of assignment.
  • Has an understanding of how to calculate and project income data to qualify applicants for funding.
  • Maintains thorough and complete project files to ensure compliance with applicable federal and state grant regulations.
  • Conducts annual compliance monitoring of sub-recipients and contractors, including inspections of properties under various grant and loan programs.
  • Coordinates activities with other government departments or municipalities to plan, implement and manage successful grant funded projects.
  • Prepares desk procedures, including manuals, for effective grants management and cross training purposes.
  • Ensures maintenance of proper grant audit trails and manages and maintains department record keeping and project management files, relevant to materials appropriate to assigned activity or section.
  • Prepare preliminary drafts and edits materials related to area of assignments.
  • May direct technical or support personnel on planning or functional projects.
  • Perform other related job duties as assigned.
  • What Do You Need To Have?

  • 6 years of paraprofessional and professional experience in affordable housing, grant administration, real estate finance, construction management or community development work as described.
  • Associates Degree with major course work in social services, business, finance, housing administration, public administration, urban planning, government, law, engineering, design, economics geography, statistics or a related field plus 4 years of paraprofessional and professional experience in affordable housing, grant administration, real estate finance, construction management or community development work as described.
  • Bachelor's degree with major course work in social services, business, finance, housing administration, public administration, urban planning, government, law, engineering, design, economics geography, statistics or a related field plus two years of paraprofessional and professional experience in affordable housing, grant administration, real estate finance, mortgage lending, construction management or community development work as described.
  • Master's or higher-level degree with major course work in social services, business, finance, housing administration, public administration, urban planning, government, law, engineering, design, economics geography, statistic or a related field.
  • An equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience.
  • Possession and maintenance of a valid State of Florida Driver's License upon hire with eligibility based upon evaluation of a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) driving report.
  • Assignment to work a variety of work schedules including compulsory work periods in special, emergency, and/or disaster situations.
  • Highly Desirable

  • Community development and/ or affordable housing grant management experience; including knowledge of the federal and state grant programs.
  • Experience with the administration of housing assistance programs and providing rental assistance.
  • Ability to participate in programmatic and housing programs, analyze information and formulate substantive recommendations.
  • Experience or special skill sets in such areas as income calculations, project finance, public involvement, etc.
  • Technical skills related to data and document management, data analysis, use of graphic tools to create professional documents, etc.
  • Our benefits rank among the top in the area

  • Comprehensive medical coverage at a low cost:
  • Medical Plan Premiums

    Choose from two medical plans which offer the same low premiums and include medical care, prescription coverage, behavioral/mental health and vision care.

    Coverage

    Biweekly Cost

    Employee Only

    $13.09

    Employee and Spouse or Domestic Partner

    $.16

    Employee and Child(ren)

    $.60

    Family

    $.67

  • Benefits package includes health, vision, prescription, dental, life insurance, disability, and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
  • Florida Retirement System (FRS): Choose the Investment Plan or Pension Plan
  • Generous leave time including 9 to 11 paid holidays, 2 floating holidays, 2 personal days (pro-rated), and 15 days of annual leave the first year
  • Tuition reimbursement up to $2, per year
  • Wellness Program including a Wellness Center, gym discounts, and classes.
  • Deferred compensation plans from four providers
  • To learn more, see What We Offer
  • Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Knowledge and proficiency in the principles, practices and methods of grants administration, grants compliance and community development planning, including federal and state grant regulations, generally accepted standard accounting principles and the Super Circular.
  • Knowledge of real property development including realty, insurance, title searches, property descriptions, permitting and assessments.
  • Knowledge of housing requirements of low- to moderate-income families and of public and private agencies rending social, economic and other assistance.
  • Knowledge of research techniques and data gathering.
  • Knowledge of basic personal computer skills, including use of a personal computer and database programs.
  • Ability to understand and interpret technical documents related to property (mortgages, maps, plats, easements and surveys).
  • Ability to conduct preliminary negotiations.
  • Ability to present ideas and findings clearly and concisely in written, oral and graphic form.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other department representatives, outside agencies, and the general public.
  • Ability to interpret plans and specifications.
  • Ability to function highly as a member of an assigned team working on the same program or project.
  • Ability to organize and carry out studies or projects.
  • Capacity to prioritize multiple tasks to meet deadlines.
  • Self-starter, ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a small team.
  • Want To Learn More?

    Please review the full classification description with the Physical/Mental Demands and Working Conditions, at the below link.

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