Hybrid Community Development Intake-Specialist bei City of Cleveland, OH

About the Department

The Department of Community Development (“CD” or “the Department” or “we” or “us”) is seeking a Special Projects /CD Specialist who will serve as a member of the team implementing programs, coordinating and collaborating with members of the public seeking services, and helping to execute tasks on a day-to-day basis that support the Department’s goals, vision, and program and administrative needs. The CD Specialist is an entry-level position working under the day-to-day supervision of a manager-level or higher position. 

The City of Cleveland has a proud history as the healthcare capital of the world and the home of manufacturing. It is that ingenuity, grit, and resilience that we share as Clevelanders that will drive the new wave of leadership and innovation in our city. It is time to take our city’s proud heritage to the next level by both investing in homegrown talent and attracting new talent to the city. The City of Cleveland employs over 8,000 people dedicated to public service and we are looking for emerging and experienced leaders to help us move forward. Join us today as we shape our future. 

Position Duties

Under general direction, performs major daily and project/program based administrative duties. Recommends and administers divisional/departmental policies and procedures. Prepares regular and special reports related to divisional/departmental operations. Performs other job-related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

A High School Diploma or GED is required. A Bachelor's Degree in Business/Public Relations or closely related field from a four-year accredited college or university is required. Two years of full time paid expeience in government or private industry office administration is required. (Substitution: Two years of full time experience may substitute for each year of college education lacking.) Must be able to operate a personal computer with Microsoft Office Suites.

Other Qualifications

Departmental Duties

The Community Development Specialist is a position that resides in each of the major OUs for the Department. Therefore, the day-to-day tasks will vary based on OU assignment. The principal duties and responsibilities of the position include: 

• Processing applications for program participation;

• Responding to questions, calls, and emails from the public and program partners;

• Developing and documenting procedures, program communications and documents, and correspondence;

• Conduct various analyses as requested by directors, managers, and supervisors; 

• Planning and coordinating community events;

• Developing and delivering presentations; 

• Conducting property visits, researching property history, planning for property improvements, acquisitions, and dispositions; 

• Researching, accumulating, and generating data needed for reporting; and

 Other duties as assigned by their Director, Assistant Director and/or supervising Commissioner