Overview

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

include the following. Other duties may be assigned. 1. Maintain confidentiality. 2. Assist the Planning Director with the Community Service Block Grant (CSBG) application, report, and ensure compliance with the CSBG Plan and Assurances. 3. Hire and provide daily direct supervision of CSBG-funded Family Development Specialists. 4. Monitor data entered by staff in the agency client tracking system Nexus and Lewis to generate reports. 5. Responsible for the Center facilities. 6. Supervise the Receptionists at the Centers. 7. Supervise the Family Development and Self-Sufficiency (FaDSS) Program, which includes supervision of the FaDSS Coordinator, assisting with the preparation of the grant, and monitoring administration of the program and budget. 8. Supervise the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP), which includes supervision of the LIHEAP Coordinator, assisting with the preparation of the grant and monitoring administration of the program and budget, which includes approval of expenditures, purchase orders, and time and travel sheets 9. Act as an advocate for clients dealing with energy vendors or other agencies that provide assistance and attend meetings with representatives. 10. Manage Project Share and Crisis funds, which include approval of requests for assistance and furnace replacements; approve payments, and maintain a system to track funds. 11. Prepare grants, reports, and coordinate housing assistance for families, which may include accessing funds for rent, deposits, and moving expenses. 12. Follow up with Family Development Specialists and the Housing Specialist to see that clients have explored housing options and overcome barriers to housing. 13. Support the Agency mission to alleviate the conditions and causes of poverty by building partnerships and strengthening people through quality services. 14. Work with other Community Action Program Directors in coordination of Community Action programs and in decision-making that affects overall Agency business. 15. Responsible for Housing Programs, which include the preparation and submission of Housing Reports. 16. Responsible for the administration, supervision, and reports of additional programs such as Embrace Iowa and Disaster Assistance. 17. Hold regular staff meetings. 18. Serve on committees in the community as a representative of the Agency. 19. Develop resources to maintain and expand funding for the Centers, emergency assistance, and special projects, and develop linkages with other community programs. 20. Review monthly program financial reports and take immediate corrective action if needed. 21. Authorize program expenditures for programs adhering to funding source requirements. 22. Participate with the Management Team in coordinating programs by attending weekly meetings, Agency Orientation, In-Service training, and Management Team Committees. 23. Ensure compliance with all state and federal regulations for each program, including submission of required reports. 24. Model professional behavior and dress code. 25. Upon hiring, review and sign

THE CODE OF

ETHICS and support the Agency mission to "alleviate the conditions and causes of poverty by building partnerships and strengthening people through quality services."

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Supervise CSBG Family Development Specialists, FaDSS Coordinator, LIHEAP Coordinator, and other CSBG Program staff. Is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of programs. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. EDUCATION and/or

EXPERIENCE

Employee must have a Bachelor's degree (B.A. /B.S.) in business, human services, or related field and a minimum of five (5) years' experience supervising programs that provide services to families. Must have supervisory work experience, experience in working with families, budget preparation, and program monitoring. Must be knowledgeable of computer hardware, proficient in word processing, Internet, e-mail, and be familiar with spreadsheets and databases.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret regulations, grant requirements, financial reports, and legal documents. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community. Ability to effectively present information to management and community groups. Must have excellent oral and written communication skills. Must be able to effectively communicate and relate to the needs of low-income and minority clients

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistics. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Employee must have current Family Development Specialist Certification or must obtain within the first year. Must be able to travel throughout the five-county service area regularly and travel occasionally statewide and nationwide. Must have a valid driver's license, access to a vehicle, and be insurable. The employee must be willing to work a flexible schedule that may include some evening and occasional weekend hours. The employee must be self-motivated, energetic, and willing to deal with challenges.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, and sit. The employee must occasionally lift or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and distance vision.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Pay:

$28.00 - $30.00 per hour Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person