Description

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: Perform responsible work in preparation and review of community development activities to ensure compliance with federal regulations and program policies.  

SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Work is performed under the general supervision of the Community Development Director and Community Development Supervisor.  The employee is expected to exercise mature and independent judgment in developing work methods and carrying out assignments.

TYPICAL EXAMPLES OF WORK: An employee in this class may be called upon to any or all of the following:

•             Assist Supervisor to establish and implement operational policies, goals, and objectives.
•             Assist Supervisor’s with6 grant-funded services and programs.
•             Assist in the preparation of the Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER).
•             Instruct and assist personnel of lower classification in the preparation of records and reports.
•             Monitor program participants, sub-recipients and contact agencies for compliance with program requirements.  
•             Attend closings for sale of city-owned properties developed with Community Development funds.  
•             Keep informed of community, social and economic resources available to the city, low- and moderate-income individuals and businesses located in              neighborhoods that serve low- and moderate-income individuals.
•             Coordinate projects and maintain cooperative and collaborative working relationships with city departments, outside contractors and other                            agencies  to accomplish goals and resolve project conflicts. 
•             Perform other related duties as assigned and required by local, state, and federal government.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by personnel so classified.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

•             Possess and maintain a Real Estate Salesperson License.
•             Possess and maintain a Lead Based Paint Supervisor’s License.
•             Ability to communicate professionally and effectively, both orally and in writing.
•             Ability to maintain records and prepare reports.
•             Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, government officials, developers, bankers, civic                                    organizations, community development professionals in other communities, community agencies and the general public.
•             Ability to work well with others, as part of a team.

Requirements

Requirements:

•         Must possess and maintain Real Estate Salesperson License within one (1) year of hire.
•         Must possess and maintain Lead Based Paint Supervisor’s License within six (6) months of hire.
•         Possess a valid license to operate a motor vehicle in the State of Michigan. Driving record must meet city standards to be insurable.

And one of the following groupings:

•         Graduation from a college or university with a bachelor’s degree in Urban Planning, Public Administration or Business Administration.
  • • o   Diploma or official, sealed transcripts REQUIRED with application
•         Two (2) years’ experience with knowledge of local, state, and federal reporting requirements.
•         Three (3) years’ experience in administration of Community Development Programs receiving Federal (CDBG or HOME) grant funds.

OR 

•         Graduation from a college or university with an associate’s degree in Urban Planning, Public Administration or Business Administration.
  • • o   Diploma or official, sealed transcripts REQUIRED with application
•         Two (2) years’ experience with knowledge of local, state, and federal reporting requirements.
•         Five (5) years’ experience in administration of Community Development Programs receiving Federal (CDBG or HOME) grant funds.

Pay rate:  $66,105/year - $75,730/year (After 5 years)

Excellent benefit package includes health, dental and life insurance, paid vacation and sick time

Apply:             Warren City Hall-Human Resources #410, One City Square, Warren, MI  48093

                        Office is open weekdays 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m.  You may apply in person, by mail or by fax.  Our fax number is 586-574-0770.

Deadline:  October 23, 2026 by 5:00 p.m.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Please print the following forms required for application, print:

• Application
• Full-time Release Info. Agreement form
• EEO form
• Drug Testing Policy and Procedure Statement
• Drug Free Workplace Policy

If you have any questions, please call our office at 586-574-4670