CDBG Program Administrator Position Available In Houston, Alabama

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City of Dothan•Employment Opportunities CDBG Program Administrator 
Salary $65,894.40•$105,393.60 Annually Location Dothan, AL Job Type

FULL TIME

Job Number 123-25-01 Department

PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT

Opening Date 04/15/2025 Closing Date 4/28/2025 11:59 PM Central FLSA Exempt

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Description This position is responsible for the administration of the Community Development Block Grant Program. Major Duties Prepares and/or coordinates the preparation of the 5-Year Consolidated Plan, the Annual Action Plan, the Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report, and the Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice Report. Manages and coordinates the activities of the Community Development Advisory Committee in the city’s competitive funding process. Manages subrecipient applications and processes with the Zoom Grants Software System. Manages HUDs Integrated Disbursement and Information System (IDIS); sets up activities, funds activities, provides accurate and timely beneficiary and performance dates, and makes drawdown funding requests from HUD in the completion of CDBG projects. Prepares CDBG staff reports, agreements, budgets, and budget amendments with non-profit organizations for City Commission approval. Manages and monitors CDBG allocations and expenditures; evaluates the economic feasibility of projects. Ensures compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Prepares Environmental Reviews in compliance with all federal and state requirements; publishes legal notices and submits Requests for Release of Funds to HUD to initiate projects. Prepares the semi-annual Labor Standards Enforcement Report, the Section 3 Report, Quarterly Transaction Reports, and the Semi-Annual Contractor and Subcontractor Activity reports. Ensures compliance with Davis-Bacon requirements by monitoring contractor compliance with regulations related to the proper payment of workers; conducts field interviews with laborers; documents files and reports. Holds pre-construction conferences as needed. Monitors the performance of subrecipients and makes recommendations for improved delivery of services. Provides technical and administrative assistance to subrecipients and city personnel regarding CDBG programs and eligibility requirements. Serves as external spokesperson for the city in matters pertaining to CDBG program policies, plans, and objectives; attends City Commission meetings as directed; meets with the public as needed. Attends professional meetings, conferences, and webinars to identify regulation changes and trends affecting funding and administrative practices. Serves as the Title VI coordinator for the City of Dothan. Performs related duties.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED BY THE POSITION

Knowledge of public finance and grant application and administration principles and practices. Knowledge of HUD grant administration and accounting regulations. Knowledge of IDIS and

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rules and regulations. Knowledge of budget preparation and management principles. Knowledge of computers and job-related software programs. Skill in preparing reports and correspondence. Skill in reading a variety of legal, financial, personnel, and housing documentation. Skill in problem solving. Skill in prioritizing and planning. Skill in interpersonal relations. Skill in oral and written communication.

SUPERVISORY CONTROLS

The Planning and Development Director assigns work in terms of very general instructions and spot-checks completed work for compliance with procedures and the nature and propriety of the final results.

GUIDELINES

Guidelines include the HUD Code of Federal Regulations, grant program policies and procedures, the Davis Bacon Act, and city and department policies and procedures. These guidelines require judgment, selection, and interpretation in application.

COMPLEXITY/SCOPE OF WORK

The work consists of varied management, administrative, and technical duties. Strict regulations contribute to the complexity of the position. The purpose of this position is to administer the CDBG program. Successful performance provides programs and services for area residents and ensures compliance with federal grant program regulations.

CONTACTS

Contacts are co-workers, other city personnel, elected and appointed officials, representatives of non-profit agencies, HUD officials, state officials, contractors, engineers, sub-recipients, representatives of faith-based organizations, housing developers, and members of the public. Contacts are typically to exchange information, motivate persons, negotiate matters, justify matters, resolve problems, and provide services.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work is typically performed while sitting at a desk or table. The work is typically performed in an office. The work requires occasional field inspections of ongoing projects, Davis-Bacon interviews, site visits to subrecipient programs and other monitoring activities as required.

SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY

None. Minimum Qualifications Graduation from an accredited• college or university with a bachelor’s degree in Urban Planning, Community Planning, Public Administration, Business Administration, Finance, or closely related field; and Five (5) years recent progressively responsible professional experience, public or private, in the grant administration of non-profit or community development programs; and Three (3) years of experience in community grant administration initiatives authorized by Federal Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and Title 1 of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974. Graduation from an accredited• college or university with a master’s degree in Urban Planning, Community Planning, Public Administration, Business Administration, Finance, or closely related field is preferred. •Accredited through an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education (USDE) or the Council for Higher Education (CHEA).

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Possession of a valid driver license and acceptable driving record. (PBA 9/10/01) An applicant for this position is subject to various background investigations up to and including a criminal, credit, past employment, and reference checks. Employees are required to submit to Drug and Alcohol testing in accordance with the City of Dothan policy, which includes pre-employment and random tests for the duration of employment in this position. (PBA 8/13/12) Must meet the City of Dothan’s employment physical standard, which includes drug/alcohol testing.

Application / Examination

Qualified applicants will be evaluated will be evaluated based on training and experience as documented on their application. This evaluation will comprise 100% of their final grade. Applicants with a disability who feel they need accommodation should contact the Personnel Department in writing on or before the closing date of this advertisement by emailing jobs@dothan.org.