Deputy Director of Housing & Community Development

Deputy Director of Housing & Community Development Department of Housing & Community Development Pay Class/Grade: 14 • Union: United Steelworkers • Salary Range: $94,842.15 - $123,319.14 POSITION SUMMARY (FULL JOB DESCRIPTION FOLLOWS BELOW.) Grounded in a strong commitment to serving residents, the Department of Housing and Community Development strives to achieve a prosperous, healthy, and equitable community through systemic policy, strategic planning, and the development and implementation of key initiatives. As an integral member of the Department, the Deputy Director is responsible for the development, management, and evaluation of the City’s sustainability, resilience, community, and economic development agenda. Under the direction of the Director of Housing and Community Development, the Deputy Director will assist with direct management and oversight of the department and its staff. The position will be responsible for assisting the Director with oversight, management, and evaluation of planning, policy development, and initiatives related to community development and preservation, economic development, infrastructure and mobility, sustainability and climate resilience, neighborhood planning and development, and civic engagement. The Deputy Director will identify and secure grant resources, supervise staff and consultants, and oversee the delivery of the Department’s project portfolio under its comprehensive community development agenda, while assuring compliance with applicable regulations. Working closely with the Director, the position will provide senior level management of departmental operations. This will include assisting with budgeting and financial management; staff recruitment, onboarding, management, and development; GIS, research, and analysis; grant writing, administration, and compliance; project and program management; and administrative management. Responsible for managing all aspects of key initiatives through the planning, design, implementation, and evaluation phases, including program development, planning and design, resource allocation planning, consultant management, civic engagement, budgeting, grant management and compliance, and project management. As designated, will represent the Director of Housing and Community Development with local, state and federal agencies, and the general citizenry and business community. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS & DUTIES Assist with the development of community development policy and strategic and programmatic elements, with an emphasis on anti-displacement, community development and preservation, economic development, and climate resilience and sustainability; Conduct research on issues, policies and concepts pertaining to long-range planning. Guide the preparation and execution of strategic planning initiatives that advance the objectives of the community with regards to equitable economic growth, shared prosperity, and community resilience; Advance the preparation and submission of federal, state, and local grant applications, oversee grant administration, and manage technical and administrative staff responsible for all aspects of grant management. Lead proposal development, budgeting, program QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE Education: Master’s Degree with four (4) years of experience in urban planning, community development, public policy, or affordable housing strongly preferred. A Bachelor’s Degree with more than six (6) years of demonstrable experience in a senior management and oversight role, or a similar combination of relevant education and experience will be considered. This position requires a strong theoretical basis gained through education as well as practical experience. Skills & Experience Working knowledge of general community development, climate equity, and urban planning theories, principles, and policies, including local, state, and federal policy; Demonstrable knowledge of and experience in community development, neighborhood planning, climate and environmental planning, and economic development; Extensive experience with the development and implementation of complex, interdisciplinary projects that are on-time and on budget; Knowledge of effective strategies, tools, and resources to promote equitable growth and community resilience; Experience in the administration of social, environmental, and/or community programs, as well as state, federal, and private grants; Experience in project management, including project development, budgeting and financing, resource allocation planning, and consultant/contractor management; Working knowledge of departmental workflows for project and program delivery; Working knowledge of GIS and data analysis; Bilingual (Spanish) very helpful. The City of Chelsea is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr