FROM $53,895 ANNUALLY WITH EXCELLENT BENEFITS! 1.TASK & DUTIES LIST AND MEASURES OF PERFORMANCE FOR: COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT ADMINISTRATOR •PAY STATUS: EXEMPT PROFESSIONAL
2.REQUIREMENTS: Education: Bachelors Degree in Public Administration, Planning, Urban Development, Business Administration, Finance or similar field with two (2 ) years experience that will enable the successful candidate to effectively and successfully carry out the programs for administration activities.
Licensing, Registration or Certification: Background check must be satisfactory.
Pre-employment screenings must be passed.
Must possess and maintain a valid WV driver license.
ExperienceEducation and experience listed above and/or combination of education and experience equivalent to education requirement listed above.
Skills, Knowledge and Abilities: Knowledge of recognized methods of policy analysis and program evaluation.
Knowledge of research methods, techniques and procedures.
Knowledge of economics and statistics.
Knowledge of the rules and regulations of the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME programs.
Strong personal computer skills, must be familiar with Microsoft and other software applications.
Ability to operate copy/fax machine and telephone.
Ability to convert abstract ideas to easily understood procedural guidance.
Skill in analyzing and evaluating information accurately, and in expressing ideas clearly, when providing oral and written reports and recommendations.
Skill in organizing and prioritizing workload and managing multiple projects at the same time.
Skill in planning, organizing the efficient and effective delivery of services.
Strong customer service orientation is essential. Employee must be able to deal with the public and staff of the City of Martinsburg in a calm, rational and reasonable manner.
Physical: Body Positions:Standing, walking, sitting,
Body Movements:Use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls.
Reach with hands and arms.
Must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
Driving.
Body SensesSight, hearing, speech and smell. Must be able to speak and hear.
Mental: LanguageAbility to read, speak and write English. Ability to effectively communicate and project positive attitude. Must be able to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Supervision Exercised: May supervise related departmental personnel.
Reasonable Accommodations: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
3.TASKS and DUTIES OF JOB: General Definition: Provides visionary and innovative leadership to the management of the City of Martinsburg Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME programs. Is responsible for CDBG and HOME grant coordination and administration, program research and analysis, development of program materials, plans, progress reports, federal program compliance and proposal preparations. Position is contingent upon sustainable yearly funding allocation from US Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) for the CDBG Entitlement Program and HOME programs, unless otherwise directed by the City of Martinsburg City Council. Work is of an administrative nature and is generally completed in a comfortable office setting.
1Maintains the required confidentiality of all work. Some work may be confidential and may be released to the public only by authorized personnel.
2Represents the City of Martinsburg in a professional and ethical manner.
3Prepares and publicizes all required notices of public hearings.
4Attends all public hearings that are required in the administration of CDBG and HOME matters.
5Prepares consolidated plan, yearly plan and CDBG and HOME budgets.
6Prepares subgrantee contracts, monitoring subgrantees for compliance and providing technical assistance.
7Makes presentations to public service groups, neighborhood groups, and other interested parties upon request.
8Prepares all other plans, studies and documents as required by HUD.
9Assists the City Manager in preparing activity reports.
10Prepares and administers other City related Community Development Grants as required by the City Manager.
14Any and all other duties assigned by the City Manager.
4.MEASURES OF PERFORMANCE: 1Has a thorough understanding of job duties.
2Shows an interest in job and City. Represents the City in a professional and ethical manner.
3Communicates effectively with co-workers, supervisors, the public and all contacts. Maintains positive relationships with co-workers and all contacts.
4Accepts and adapts to change, Learns new things quickly.
5Cares about quality-rarely makes errors, Requires little direct supervision.
6Has ability to multi task in changing situations, without undo stress or frustration.
7Practices quality employee/customer service/phone manner.
8Accurate in duties as assigned.
9Prepares required reports accurately and timely.
10Strives to develop and maintain skills necessary to progress in the Community Development Administrator position. Seeks opportunities to grow and develop in position.
