City of Waterbury
Community Development Grants Director
City of Waterbury, Waterbury, Connecticut, us, 06720
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Position:
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT GRANTS DIRECTORLocation:
Waterbury, CTSalary Range:
$90,000 - $120,000/yr. (plus benefit package)Position Summary:
This is a non-union, exempt, management level professional position working under the direction of the Mayor and his/her designee and the City’s Finance Director. The Community Development Grants Director is responsible for the programmatic planning and administration of the CDBG, ESG, and HOME grant programs in accordance with the regulations, program requirements, and directives provided by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). The Grants Director is responsible for planning and facilitating the successful and timely execution of the responsibilities vested with the Citizens Advisory Committee (CAC). The Grants Director is responsible for the preparation and timely submission of the Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER). The Grants Director frequently interacts with internal departments and external agencies to facilitate department and agency annual funding requests. Upon award, the Grants Director continues communications with internal departments and external agencies to ensure that awarded funds are expended in accordance with HUD program requirements and regulations. The Grants Director is responsible for administering and maintaining an internal control system to ensure adherence with HUD program and reporting requirements, grant assistance agreements, and contracts. The Grants Director interacts with internal and external auditors related to the audit of the community development grant programs. The Director communicates regularly with the Hartford HUD Office, participates in trainings, and performs periodic research to maintain and expand expert grant program knowledge. This position is responsible for supervising and facilitating training for grantees, program managers, specialists, and accountants related to grant program administration, compliance, and reporting.Responsibilities:Plans and administers the City’s CDBG, ESG, and HOME grant programs in accordance with HUD regulations and program requirements.Works collaboratively with the Mayor's Chief of Staff and the Finance Director to successfully carry out identified program priorities and ensure compliance with the City’s grant funded program obligations.Plans and facilitates the successful and timely execution of responsibilities vested with the Citizens Advisory Committee (CAC).Prepares the Annual Action Plan and the Environmental Review Record.Completes the Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER).Oversees the preparation and completion of the City’s Five-Year Consolidated Plan.Oversees the City’s Senior Shuttle Program.Coordinates and schedules public hearings as required.Prepares grant award substantial amendments as required.Collaborates with the City’s Corporation Counsel's office on the development of grant award contracts and agreements.Regularly signs onto the Integrated Disbursement and Information System (IDIS) to determine if any grant compliance issues are flagged for resolution.Establishes and maintains an effective system of internal controls and compliance monitoring system for financial and reporting requirements.Reviews grantee reimbursement requests for compliance; approves and processes for payment.Collaborates with the Finance Department to establish and maintain funds, accounts, and budgets in the City’s financial management system.Represents the City with various interdepartmental and external contacts related to administration of community grant programs.Supervises, assigns, and evaluates the work of subordinates.Performs related duties as needed or assigned.Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Comprehensive knowledge of U.S. Housing and Urban Development CDBG, HOME, and ESG program requirements. Familiarity with HUD Guidelines, HUD Exchange, and HUD systems including IDIS, REAC, eLOCCS, and SAM. In-depth knowledge of federal and state laws, regulations, contracts, and requirements related to grant program funding awarded for eligible projects. Skill in the use of HUD software systems and computer applications. Ability to plan, organize, control, and effectively supervise the work of subordinates. Good interpersonal and communication skills.Required Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Public Administration, Business Administration, Community/Urban Planning, or related field, and at least three years of management experience in the administration and operation of grant programs. In lieu of a Bachelor’s degree, a minimum of ten years of combined education and professional experience in the administration of community development grant programs, with at least five years in a management/supervisory capacity.About Waterbury:
To apply, please email a cover letter, resume, and reference list to the City of Waterbury, Office of the Civil Service Commission, Human Resources Department, at hr@waterburyct.org and place COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT GRANTS DIRECTOR in the subject line.For more information on the City of Waterbury, please visit our website at
www.waterburyct.org .
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Position:
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT GRANTS DIRECTORLocation:
Waterbury, CTSalary Range:
$90,000 - $120,000/yr. (plus benefit package)Position Summary:
This is a non-union, exempt, management level professional position working under the direction of the Mayor and his/her designee and the City’s Finance Director. The Community Development Grants Director is responsible for the programmatic planning and administration of the CDBG, ESG, and HOME grant programs in accordance with the regulations, program requirements, and directives provided by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). The Grants Director is responsible for planning and facilitating the successful and timely execution of the responsibilities vested with the Citizens Advisory Committee (CAC). The Grants Director is responsible for the preparation and timely submission of the Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER). The Grants Director frequently interacts with internal departments and external agencies to facilitate department and agency annual funding requests. Upon award, the Grants Director continues communications with internal departments and external agencies to ensure that awarded funds are expended in accordance with HUD program requirements and regulations. The Grants Director is responsible for administering and maintaining an internal control system to ensure adherence with HUD program and reporting requirements, grant assistance agreements, and contracts. The Grants Director interacts with internal and external auditors related to the audit of the community development grant programs. The Director communicates regularly with the Hartford HUD Office, participates in trainings, and performs periodic research to maintain and expand expert grant program knowledge. This position is responsible for supervising and facilitating training for grantees, program managers, specialists, and accountants related to grant program administration, compliance, and reporting.Responsibilities:Plans and administers the City’s CDBG, ESG, and HOME grant programs in accordance with HUD regulations and program requirements.Works collaboratively with the Mayor's Chief of Staff and the Finance Director to successfully carry out identified program priorities and ensure compliance with the City’s grant funded program obligations.Plans and facilitates the successful and timely execution of responsibilities vested with the Citizens Advisory Committee (CAC).Prepares the Annual Action Plan and the Environmental Review Record.Completes the Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER).Oversees the preparation and completion of the City’s Five-Year Consolidated Plan.Oversees the City’s Senior Shuttle Program.Coordinates and schedules public hearings as required.Prepares grant award substantial amendments as required.Collaborates with the City’s Corporation Counsel's office on the development of grant award contracts and agreements.Regularly signs onto the Integrated Disbursement and Information System (IDIS) to determine if any grant compliance issues are flagged for resolution.Establishes and maintains an effective system of internal controls and compliance monitoring system for financial and reporting requirements.Reviews grantee reimbursement requests for compliance; approves and processes for payment.Collaborates with the Finance Department to establish and maintain funds, accounts, and budgets in the City’s financial management system.Represents the City with various interdepartmental and external contacts related to administration of community grant programs.Supervises, assigns, and evaluates the work of subordinates.Performs related duties as needed or assigned.Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Comprehensive knowledge of U.S. Housing and Urban Development CDBG, HOME, and ESG program requirements. Familiarity with HUD Guidelines, HUD Exchange, and HUD systems including IDIS, REAC, eLOCCS, and SAM. In-depth knowledge of federal and state laws, regulations, contracts, and requirements related to grant program funding awarded for eligible projects. Skill in the use of HUD software systems and computer applications. Ability to plan, organize, control, and effectively supervise the work of subordinates. Good interpersonal and communication skills.Required Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Public Administration, Business Administration, Community/Urban Planning, or related field, and at least three years of management experience in the administration and operation of grant programs. In lieu of a Bachelor’s degree, a minimum of ten years of combined education and professional experience in the administration of community development grant programs, with at least five years in a management/supervisory capacity.About Waterbury:
To apply, please email a cover letter, resume, and reference list to the City of Waterbury, Office of the Civil Service Commission, Human Resources Department, at hr@waterburyct.org and place COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT GRANTS DIRECTOR in the subject line.For more information on the City of Waterbury, please visit our website at
www.waterburyct.org .
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