Posting number: 06108
Department: BSV - Business Services CED
Job classification: COMMUNITY & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST I
Posting type: Open
Categories: Community Development, Economic Development
Professional level position in community and economic development field under general supervision. Requires working knowledge of community planning and/or development to oversee projects awarded to political jurisdictions with internal staff; assists in planning and administration of projects funded by Montgomery County.
Oversees community and economic development projects awarded to political jurisdictions with internal staff. Maintains comprehensive records for assigned projects, evaluates programs to determine whether goals are met. Assists in managing and monitoring development projects including contract negotiation and development, work programs, budgets, timetables, on-site monitoring of sub-recipient projects to ensure fiscal, regulatory and program accountability. Provides program guidance and technical assistance, coordinates with others to ensure compliance with all programs, and processes timely payments to sub-recipients. Operates a motor vehicle to perform field services. Assists senior staff with complex project assignments (e.g., lead base paint issues, three-year planning processes) and regulatory requirements.
Conducts planning, implementation and monitoring activities related to the division’s planning efforts. This includes managing the funding process, conducting research and analysis, and preparing required reports. Coordinates with other agencies to develop strategies, identifies and monitors resources for plan implementation, maintains contact with related agencies, and develops and implements new projects and approaches. Assists in developing staff recommendations for county officials and participates in both long- and short- range departmental planning.
Completes environmental assessments of projects in accordance with regulations. Prepares legal notices to public regarding project descriptions, locations and related information. Requests release of funds for projects and sends copies to relevant federal and state agencies. Maintains environmental review records, assists in preparing performance reports, and monitors compliance with federal acquisition and relocation regulations. Assists sub-grantees with procedures, including ensuring proper appraisals and review appraisals are completed, negotiating and settling purchase prices with owners, and facilitating smooth relocations when necessary. Acts as departmental representative to local governments.
(Performs Related Duties as Required)
Completion of undergraduate major program course work in community planning, public administration or urban studies; OR alternative, equivalent evidence of the minimum class requirements.
Master’s degree and one (1) year of related experience in economic development, community development and planning, and project management; or Bachelor’s degree and two (2) years of related experience in economic development, community development and planning, and project management; or a degree in administration, community planning, public administration, or urban studies and four (4) years of related experience in economic development, community development, planning. and project management; OR alternative, equivalent evidence of the minimum class requirements.
Master's degree in Business Administration or Community Planning or Public Administration or Urban Studies and two (2) years of related experience in economic development, community development, planning, and project management; or Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or Community Planning or Public Administration or Urban Studies and four (4) years of related experience in economic development, community development, planning, and project management; OR alternative, equivalent evidence of the minimum class requirements.
Must maintain a current, valid United States driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
Training and Development: N/A
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