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- Review sites plans for compliance with environmental laws and regulations.
- Prepare documents for the execution of environmental reviews.
- Administers home ownership creation program.
- Complete third party income verifications for applicants of single family rehabilitation loan programs.
- Assist with administrative tasks related to the Community Development Block Grant
- Prepare funding applications, ensure compliance, and administer programs that support housing initiatives.
- Prepare reports for City leadership including boards and city council.
- Assist staff with analysis, data editing, map creation and web application updates.
- Answer incoming telephone calls and electronic communications to resolve customer needs and/or direct customers to appropriate teammates as necessary.
- Organizes special community development events and develops supporting marketing, communication, and education strategies.
- Strong organizational, customer service, and communication skills
- Experience with income verification
- Experience with environmental review compliance
- Yes
- No
- High school diploma or equivalent G.E.D.
- Less than 2 years post-secondary training
- Completion of a 2 year program or degree
- Completion of a 4 year program or degree
- Completion of a Master's degree or higher
- No
- No
- Less than 1 year
- More than 1 year, but less than 3
- More than 3 years, but less than 5
- More than 5 years, but less than 7
- More than 7 years, but less than 10
- More than 10 years
- No
- Limited - I am somewhat familiar with computers
- Moderate - I use a computer occasionally at home and/or at work
- Extensive – I use various computer programs as a significant portion of my job
- Microsoft Office Word
- Microsoft Office Excel
- Microsoft Office PowerPoint
- Internet Explorer
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft Access or other similar database software
- ImageNow Enterprise Document Management System
- Accela
- No
- Income Verifications
- Environmental Compliance Review
- Fee Reimbursement Programs
- GIS programs
- Yes
- No
Community Development Specialist - Rochester, United States - The City of Rochester, MN
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Community Development Specialist
Salary
$ $32.72 Hourly
Location
MN 55901, MN
Job Type
Limited Appointment
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Department
Community Development
Opening Date
05/01/2024
POSITION DESCRIPTION
The City of Rochester invites applications for:
Community Development Specialist
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The City of Rochester is committed to a community where all members feel a sense of belonging.
We commit to recognizing the diversity of our community members, listening to ALL voices and providing equitable services to create an inclusive place to live, play and work.
We believe EQUITY should be at the center of all our work.We strive to represent our community in our teammates, as we know that diverse and inclusive teams are more innovative, and have an empowering impact on the work, progress and culture of our community.
It takes us all working togetherNature of Work
Under the direction of the Manager of Housing & Neighborhood Services this role is responsible for facilitating housing projects and programs, administering loan programs, analyzing and administering housing policies, securing funding, and implementing communication and engagement strategies.
Rate of Pay:
$26.12 per hour with advancement to $32.72 per hour.
Limited Term Appointment
This is a limited-term position that is available until December 31, 2024 and is contingent upon the availability of allocated funds, as well as favorable performance by the incumbent.
At the end of this time, the position will be eliminated unless the City elects ongoing continuation.Please apply before May 8th to have your application considered for this opening.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The work below is representative of the scope of work performed within this job classification. Individual job duties will vary based on work assignment or location.
*Assist with a variety of housing projects and sites in the City of Rochester
*Essential Functions
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience
A high school diploma AND one year of employment experience
Desirable Qualifications
If this work interests you but you are unsure if you meet all the job requirements listed above, please apply anyway Your experience is likely more applicable to the role than you think, and the City is interested in candidates who can bring not only technical expertise but a variety of lived experience to the team.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of:
office practices and procedures; accounting practices and procedures; payroll processing; data entry operations, applications, and software including all Microsoft Office programs, Acela, and Laserfiche; grammar, spelling, punctuation, vocabulary, and sentence structure; and local ordinances related to zoning, building, and land use development codes.
Skill in:
communicating with customers through various mediums; the use of simple accounting; the use of standard office equipment; providing excellent customer service in a professional manner; and effectively interacting with teammates, departments, management, outside agencies and the general public.
Ability to:
handle frequent interruptions; present a positive image of the agency; communicate effectively both orally and in writing with internal and external customers; establish and maintain effective working relationships; work as part of a team; work self-directed, be detail-oriented and well-organized; exercise independent judgment and initiative; follow instructions and prescribed procedure; maintain records; make accurate calculations and provide accounting procedures; perform alphabetical and numerical filing; and demonstrate flexibility and respond to changing requirements and job assignments.
PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CRITERIA
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the following represents the physical and environmental demands for this position. The employee must be able to perform the essential functions with or without accommodation.
In consideration of the overall amount of physical effort required to perform this position, the work is best described as
Sedentary Work:
Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body.
Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.Physical demands that may be required continuously (2/3 or more of the time), frequently (1/3 to 2/3 of the time), and occasionally (up to 1/3 of the time) are noted below:
Continuous demands:
sitting, fine dexterity
Frequent demands:
standing, walking
Occasional demands:
crouching, bending, reaching, carrying, kneeling
Sensory requirements necessary in the performance of the essential functions of this position include: sight, hearing and touch.
Environmental conditions that may exist in the performance of the essential functions of this job include:
NONE - not substantially exposed to environmental conditions.
EMPLOYEE BENEFIT AND RETIREMENT SUMMARY )
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The following supplemental information may be used as a scored evaluation of your knowledge, skills and experience. Be certain that the choices you make correspond to the information you have provided in your application and resume. By completing this supplemental questionnaire you are attesting that the information you have provided is true and accurate. Any information provided may be reviewed by the hiring manager. Any misstatements or falsification of information will eliminate you from consideration or may result in dismissal. Do you understand and agree with this statement?
What is your preferred name?
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Which of the following best describes your level of education?
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Tell us how your professional, educational and lived experiences would help you be successful in this role.
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Which of the following best describes your years of fulltime employment experience performing office and clerical duties?
Which of the following best describes your computer experience/ability:
Please indicate the current versions of software that you are PROFICIENT in using: (select all that apply)
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Please select the areas below that you have experience in (select all that apply).
Describe any experience you have in reviewing materials for compliance or preparing documentation that meets rules or regulations. If no experience, type "N/A".
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OTHER QUALIFICATIONS:
Describe any other special training you've completed or skills and experience you currently possess that you feel would make you the best-qualified person for this position.
11CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
If selected as a finalist, are you willing to undergo a background investigation which may include, but not limited to: verification of employment and educational records, identification verification, driver's license record and a criminal history?
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City of Rochester
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