Community Development Planner na City of Cleveland, OH

About the Department

Position Duties

Under direction, develops, monitors, and facilitates the implementation of neighborhood redevelopment activities through Community Development Corporations, Citywide agencies, and other third-party nonprofit organizations. Implements and oversees contracts related to these activities funded through CDBG and other federal, state, and local programs. Coordinates and manages the Departments relationship with non-profit agencies funded to conduct planning, development, and other neighborhood revitalization activities by providing technical assistance to such organizations in the areas of organizational development, strategic and community planning, and community involvement. Typical Tasks: Develops and monitors contracts and budgets. Monitors and evaluates program performance. Reviews compliance for payment requests. Performs periodic site visits and financial reviews. Ensures contract compliance. Assists in the review of non-profit agencies according to departmental schedules. Provides grant oversight and guidance to third party on HUD and other regulations. Reports requirements and contract compliance to agencies. Analyzes and processes program performance data and prepares special reports as required. Supervises data collection from assigned organizations and prepares reports for HUD, the Comprehensive Annual Performance Report, and other reports as required. Performs IDIS input for HUD reports. Administers programs and services designed to meet local and national objectives. Monitors grants and loans provided at a neighborhood level. Works with a team to coordinate citizen participation activities or to compile information on citizen participation activities as determined by the Director and/or required by HUD. Prepares materials or information as requested and scheduled for the evaluation of the Citys investment strategy as it relates to non-profit development corporations. Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

A High School Diploma or GED is required. A Bachelors Degree in Urban Planning, Urban Studies, Public or Business Administration, or a related field from an accredited four year college or university is required. Three years of full time paid experience in community planning, community development grants management, or related field is required. (Substitution: Three years of relevant experience may substitute for two years of college; A Masters Degree in Urban Planning, Urban Studies, Public or Business Administration, or related field may substitute for three years of experience.) Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suites (Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point, Microsoft Access is preferred) or equivalent software. A valid State of Ohio Drivers License is required. The following are preferred: Fluent in Spanish; Proficient with ArcView or comparable GIS software; Experience in public speaking and facilitating public meetings; Excellent written and verbal communication skills.