Community Development Coordinator

General Statement of Duties :

The Community Development Coordinator designs, manages, and oversees community development relationships for Lenawee County Government. This person serves as a liaison between community partners, organizations, the Administrator's Office and the Board of Commissioners. The Community Development Coordinator is responsible for managing relationships with community member organizations, and relevant stakeholders; providing regular updates, and flagging potential challenges and opportunities within all County districts.

Supervision Received:

Work is performed under the general supervision of the County Administrator or designee.

Supervision Exercised :

Supervision is exercised over community development staff.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

An employee in this class may be called upon to do any or all of the following: These examples do not include all of the tasks which an employee may be expected to perform.

• Cultivate partnerships with local government units to align economic development strategies, address needs, and eliminate regulatory barriers.
• Facilitate regular, cross-functional meetings with Lenawee County development directors and other key partners to promote collaborative, countywide strategies.
• Represent Lenawee County on regional and state-level committees, including community development, housing, and land bank networks.
• Proactively engage with the community to incorporate resident input and stakeholder feedback into development initiatives.
• Be a resource for complex community development projects from conception through completion.
• Develop and maintain a Community Development Dashboard to track key performance indicators, track trends, and assist in countywide and regional planning efforts.
• Integrate equity considerations into planning to identify gaps and support underserved populations.
• Analyze local needs to create data-driven reports and actionable recommendations.
• Develop a comprehensive Resource Hub to connect residents and developers with technical assistance, programs, and incentives.
• Assist local municipalities and other organizations to drive housing development by identifying needs, funding opportunities, and identifying development barriers.
• Matchmake suitable parcels for new builds, rehabilitation, or adaptive use in collaboration with local, regional, and non-profit partners.
• Provide administrative support to the County Landbank by assisting in the development and implementation of a strategic plan that stimulates new opportunities for collaboration.
• Identify innovative funding-including public-private partnerships, state/federal grants, and philanthropic collaborations-to advance strategic goals and support specific community engagement activities.
• Apply for and administer a variety of grants, including budget tracking, reporting, and performance metrics.
• Assist in responding to Freedom of Information Act Requests.
• Oversee the allocation and implementation of opioid settlement funds.
• Must be able to attend evening meetings.
• Perform related work as required.

Desirable Education, Experience and/or

Qualifications :

An employee in this class, upon appointment should have the equivalent of the following training, qualifications and/or experience.

• Graduation with a Bachelor's or Master's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Public Administration, Urban Planning, Social Work, Economic Development or a closely related field.
• Five (5) years' experiences involving the development and coordination of public information, community outreach or involvement programs.
• Excellent spoken and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of supervisory and managerial methods and principles.
• Familiarity of government, private business, and nonprofit operations.
• Computer skills are necessary to effectively utilize word processing, spreadsheet and accounting software systems, as well as the ability to be trained on a specific software program.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees and deal courteously and tactfully with other government agencies and general public.

Working Conditions and Physical Abilities:

• Work is primarily indoors.
• Significant public speaking and listening.
• Ability to stand or sit in one spot for long periods of time, moving arms, hands, back and entire body.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 30 pounds.
• Must be able to hear and speak over the phone and in one-on-one communication.
• Must be able to see and notice the needs of others.
• Occasional gripping or feeling with hands; typing/repetitive movement and occasional stooping and kneeling.

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

Department:

Administrator's Office Position #: 11345

Overtime Exempt:

Yes Union:

Non-Union/Full-Time (37.50 hours per week, 1,950 hours per year)

Pay Grade:

(Starting hourly rate listed on the posting)

Work Location:

Old Courthouse, 301 N. Main Street, Adrian Fringe benefits include: Health Insurance

• Eligible employees have an option between five (5) Simply Blue health plans with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan. Employee premium requirements vary by plan type Dental Insurance
• Delta Dental of Michigan. Employer paid premium Vision Insurance
• Optional. Employee and Employer split monthly premium 50%/50% Life Insurance
• Employer paid premium Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• Employer paid premium Short Term Disability
• Employer paid premium Long Term Disability
• Employer paid premium Defined Contribution 401(a) Money Purchase Plan
• Mandatory participation 5% employee / 5% employer funded.

Accumulated paid leave Various holidays SmartDollar Financial Wellness Program Additional employment information may be found at https://www.lenawee.mi.us/303/Human-Resources

LENAWEE COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Exempt :

Yes Type :

Full-Time Department :

Administrator's Office Location :

Old Courthouse Building