Community Development Block Grant/ Human Services Coordinator job in Federal Way

EMPLOYMENT STATUS: Regular, Full-Time

SALARY RANGE: $5,223-$6,331/month DOE

OPENS: December 96 2019

CLOSES: When Filled, 1st Review 12/20/19

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

Assist the Community Services Manager with managing the City's CDBG and Human Services General Fund Programs including, but not limited to, policy and program development; funding recommendations; grant application analysis; contract development and monitoring; inter-jurisdictional coordination; technical assistance to agencies; and support to CDBG programs.

Monitor Human Services contracts, both CDBG and Human Services General Fund by providing technical assistance on matters of contracting, record keeping, reimbursement requests, program outcomes, and performance measurement; oversee and review monthly and/or quarterly billings and service reports; perform site visits; verify service reports; and ensure compliance with applicable federal CDBG laws, rules, and regulations.

Research and analyze demographic, statistical, socioeconomic data, service reports, and need indicators on Human Services issues in order to be the primary coordinator of the Consolidated Plan and related HUD documents and plans. From time to time, reports may also be written for City Council, Human Services Commission, the public, City staff, and/or other relevant groups.

Participate as part of the funding-cycle team which includes, but is not limited to, assisting local agencies and non-profits applying for funds; drafting Request for Proposals for funding CDBG and other projects as assigned; and reviewing applications for funding.

Coordinate programs and activities with local and regional human service providers and with other jurisdictions; funding, and policy development as assigned by the Community Services Manager.

Research and develop recommendations for policies and programs relating to Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and Human Services for presentation to the Human Services Commission (HSC).

Organize, facilitate, and provide staff support for citizen advisory committees, as needed. Act as primary staff support to the HSC.

Develop resource information and brochures to assist citizens; coordinate with local agencies to provide assistance to citizens in need.

Coordinate short and long-range Human Services related projects; including research, analysis, and development of projects and preparation of reports.

Follow and actively support the City’s mission, vision, values, and behavior statements.

PERIPHERAL DUTIES:

Perform related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Municipal planning principles and practices related to housing and human services programs
• Community Development principles and practices including the creation and management of programs and projects targeted to underserved populations, economic and personal empowerment for low- and moderate-income persons and households, and resource development and deployment
• Principles, techniques, and objectives of the federal CDBG program
• Research methodology as applied to the collection and analysis of planning and Human Services data
• Local and regional Human Services issues
• Applicable federal, state, county, and city laws, codes, regulations, and policies relating to Housing and Human Services and the administration of the CDBG program
• Principles and practices of governmental budgeting, accounting and purchasing procedures and practices including preparation, management, monitoring, transfers, and reporting
• City organization, operations, policies, and procedures
• Modern office practices, procedures, and equipment including personal computers and related software such as word processing and spreadsheets programs
• Correct usage of English grammar, spelling, punctuation, and vocabulary
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy

SKILL IN:

• Grant and contract preparation, negotiation, monitoring, and administration
• Administering Human Services programs
• General research methods
• Working confidentially with discretion
• Working collaboratively with Human Services staff from regional jurisdictions
• Record-keeping methods
• Making effective oral presentations at public hearings and meetings
• Organizing and expressing ideas effectively through the use of oral and written communication
• Using effective interpersonal skills in a tactful, patient, and courteous manner

ABILITY TO:

• Collect, analyze, and interpret demographic, statistical, and socioeconomic data
• Prepare politically sensitive reports and correspondence
• Research and respond to complex issues and requests for information
• Make written communication clear and factually complete demonstrating comprehensive research
• Perform professional level analytical skills
• Communicate complex, technical issues into common every day terms for citizens when necessary
• Read, interpret, and apply policies, procedures, codes, rules, and regulations
• Influence others on regional issues
• Develop effective strategies to leverage limited resources
• Work effectively with multiple priorities and time constraints
• Work effectively with ethnic minority communities and citizens from diverse backgrounds
• Organize and conduct various research projects
• Plan and organize training and work
• Proactively identify Human Services needs among a specific population and adopt an effective response to those in need
• Effectively maintain records
• Respond to common inquiries or complaints from personnel, regulatory agencies, or the public
• Read, analyze, interpret, and apply City codes, rules, regulations, policies and procedures, general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, financial reports, legal documents, and governmental regulations
• Effectively present information and respond to questions from City Council, top management, groups of managers, clients, customers, the general public, and/or public groups
• Solve practical problems and deal with variables in situations where only limited standardization exists
• Interpret a variety of instructions furnished in numerous ways

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor's degree in Social Services, Planning, Community Development, Public Administration, or related field; and Three (3) years experience in Community Development, Community Services and/or Human Service programs at a professional level. Familiarity and training with Federal grant programs that support Community and Economic Development, Community and Human Services, and Housing. In place of the above requirement, may possess any combination of relevant education and experience which would demonstrate the individual's knowledge, skill, and ability to perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above.

LICENSSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Valid Washington driver’s license.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL EFFORT:

Work is performed primarily in an office or meeting site environment. Employee may be exposed to noise from basic office equipment operation. Some work will be performed in the community and may require travel in adverse weather conditions and work during regular, evening and weekend hours. Some lifting of light objects (less than 25 lbs) may be required.

TO APPLY: Please complete a required City of Federal Way application form and attach resume and cover letter. Applications are available at City Hall, 33325 8th Avenue South, Federal Way, WA 98003, online at the above web address or by calling 253-835-2530.

The City of Federal Way is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse workplace. Any person requiring ADA accommodation should advise the City of the need. For telecommunications relay service for voice and text telephones call 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388/TTY or 1-800-833-6384/voice.