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Salary : $67,828.80 - $96,158.40 Annually
Location : Kettering Government Center, OH
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 202600067
Department: PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT
Opening Date: 07/29/2026
Closing Date: 8/17/2026 5:00 PM Eastern
Job Posting
The City of Kettering is recruiting for the position of:
Full-Time Community Development Block Grant Housing Specialist
Pay range from $32.61 to $46.23/Hour
Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
OPERS retirement
Vacation, Personal, and Sick Leave
Submission Deadline: 5 p.m. EDT on Monday, August 17, 2026
The City of Kettering's Planning and Development Department is recruiting for a Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Housing Specialist to assist residents participating in the City's housing rehabilitation and loan programs. The role includes project coordination, client support, and documentation to ensure successful and compliant program delivery and requires strong technical knowledge of residential construction, property maintenance standards, and federal housing regulations. The position requires independent judgment, effective communication, and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while ensuring compliance with U.S. Housing and Urban Development (HUD) program requirements and other regulatory standards. The position works closely with the CDBG Manager and City inspectors. This is a grant-funded position that will terminate once grant funds expire. It is anticipated that the grant will last 4 years.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Must have knowledge of residential building construction, remodeling practices, property maintenance standards, local building codes, HUD Section 8 Housing Quality Standards, lead hazard regulations, and HUD program requirements. Must have the ability to prepare clear and accurate construction specifications with strong written and oral communication skills and the ability to work professionally and courteously with the public, contractors, and partnering agencies. Proficiency in project coordination, documentation, and regulatory compliance is required, with the ability to obtain and maintain a Lead Risk Assessor Certificate and Lead Supervisor Certificate within 60 days. Candidate must possess and maintain a valid driver's license and good driving record, and have the ability to organize work sequences and complete assigned tasks with minimal supervision.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
A high school diploma or equivalent is required, along with experience in residential construction, rehabilitation programs, or a related field, including at least two years of project management experience. Experience in residential remodeling is preferred. A four-year degree in construction management, planning, environmental health, or a related field is desirable. Must be able to demonstrate considerable experience in general government procedures, guidelines, and regulations on the federal, state, and local levels.
Please use our online application portal at www.ketteringoh.org/jobs by 5 p.m. EDT on Monday, August 17, 2026, to complete an application and submit a resume and cover letter. For more information about this position and the City of Kettering, please visit
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Job Description
GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:
The Community Development Housing Specialist is responsible for assisting residents participating in the City's housing rehabilitation and loan programs and coordinating City-initiated demolition projects. The position conducts housing inspections, prepares construction specifications, oversees contractor compliance, and ensures that all work meets applicable local, state, and federal regulations, including lead hazard and environmental requirements. The role includes project coordination, client support, and documentation to ensure successful and compliant program delivery.
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE POSITION:
This is a grant-funded position that will terminate once grant funds expire. It is anticipated that the grant will last 4 years.This position requires strong technical knowledge of residential construction, property maintenance standards, and federal housing regulations. The specialist serves as a key liaison between residents, contractors, inspectors, and City staff. The position requires independent judgment, effective communication, and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while ensuring compliance with Federal Housing and Urban Development (HUD) requirements and other regulatory standards. The position works closely with the Community Development Block Grant Manager, Community Development Block Grant Program Coordinator, and City inspectors.
Examples of Duties
EXAMPLES OF WORK: (Illustrative Only):
• Conducts comprehensive housing inspections to determine hazards, code violations, and rehabilitation needs.
• Develops detailed, room-by-room construction specifications for rehabilitation and hazard mitigation.
• Prepares accurate cost estimates for required improvements.
• Assists homeowners in contractor selection and provides guidance throughout the rehabilitation process.
• Conducts on-site inspections to ensure contractor compliance, quality of work, and project progress.
• Maintains thorough records for all rehabilitation and demolition projects.
• Prepares reports related to contractor performance, compliance, and project outcomes.
• Assists residents with program applications, forms, and documentation for financial assistance.
• Coordinates assigned department and citywide community development programs.
• Oversees preparation of specifications, bidding, and management of City-initiated demolition projects.
• Regular and predictable on-site attendance required.
Typical Qualifications
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
• Knowledge of residential building construction, remodeling practices, and property maintenance standards.
• Knowledge of local building codes, Section 8 Housing Quality Standards, lead hazard and asbestos mitigation regulations, demolition standards, and HUD program requirements.
• Ability to prepare clear and accurate construction specifications and cost estimates.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work professionally and courteously with the public, contractors, and partnering agencies.
• Proficiency in project coordination, documentation, and regulatory compliance.
• Ability to obtain and maintain the following certifications within required timeframes:
- Lead Risk Assessor Certificate (within one year)
- Lead Supervisor Certificate (within one year)
- Rehabilitation Specialist Certificate (within two years)
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license and good driving record.
ACCEPTABLE EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING:
A high school diploma or equivalent is required, along with a minimum of five years of experience in residential construction, rehabilitation programs, or a related field, including at least two years of project management experience. Experience in residential remodeling is preferred. A four-year degree in construction management, planning, environmental health, or a related field is desirable.
EMPLOYEE BENEFIT HIGHLIGHTSAs of January 2026
This document is for information purposes only and provides a general overview of current benefits for eligible employees. All benefits are subject to modification or elimination. Detailed summaries will be provided during orientation and are available upon request. If you are covered by a collective bargaining agreement, information included here may be superseded by the agreement.
Medical Insurance
The City partners with UnitedHealthcare (UHC) to provide you and your family quality medical coverage. Eligible family members include your legal spouse and dependent children under the age of 26. The two medical plans offered to eligible Full-Time employees, organized and non-organized, are the Platinum and Silver Plans. The chart below provides a side-by-side comparison of each of these plans.
PLATINUM
SILVER
Single
Family
Single
Family
High Deductible Health Plan
Yes
Yes
N/A
N/A
HSA Eligible
Yes
Yes
N/A
N/A
Deductible
$2,000
$4,000
$2,000
$4,000
Employer HSA Contribution
$1,300
$2,600
N/A
N/A
Preventative Services
100%
100%
100%
100%
Co-insurance after deductible
0%
0%
20%
20%
Max Out-of-pocket
$6,250
$6,850
$4,000
$8,000
Wellness Program Incentive
$350 HSA Deposit
$700 HSA Deposit
$350 Taxable Income
$700 Taxable Income
Convenience Care
$5 copay
$5 copay
$5 copay
$5 copay
Office Visit
$15 copay
$15 copay
$25 copay
$25 copay
Specialist
$25 copay
$25 copay
$50 copay
$50 copay
Urgent Care
$30 copay
$30 copay
$35+20%
$35+20%
Emergency Room
$200 copay
$200 copay
20% after deductible
20% after deductible
Employee Monthly Premium
(17% of total)
$147.02
$379.32
$123.50
$318.64
IMPORTANT: As a mid-year enrollee, you are eligible for the HRA for the first calendar year of employment. The money in this account is used to reimburse you for expenses applied towards your 2026 medical deductible. During Annual Enrollment for 2027 benefits, you will be asked to review your eligibility for an HSA, and if eligible, you will be enrolled in the HSA for 2027.
Medical Waiver
Waiving coverage is an option for eligible employees who have medical insurance through another source and choose to decline coverage from the City of Kettering. Employees who waive coverage will receive $3,000 per year (prorated for mid-year enrollees) in taxable income. This income will be prorated over each bi-weekly pay.
Annually, participants must submit a Waiver of Health Insurance Form and proof of other coverage for each member of the employee's "tax family". Examples of acceptable forms of proof for each person are Group Health Plan ID cards, verifications on employer letterhead, Medicare Card, etc. Waiver payments will not be made until proof of other coverage for each member is provided.
Dental Insurance
The City partners with Superior Dental Careto provide you and your family members with quality dental care services. Eligible family members include your legal spouse and dependent children under the age of 26, regardless of financial dependency, residency, student status or marital status.
Superior Dental Care offers the same level of coverage out-of-network as in-network. However, please keep in mind that an out-of-network provider can balance bill, whereas an in-network provider will not. Individuals who wish to minimize out-of-pocket costs should select an in-network provider. A listing of in-network dentists can be found on Superior's website at
The 2026 Monthly Pre-Tax Premiums for Dental Coverage are:
Single
Family
Employee (10%)
$3.12
$9.51
Vision Coverage
The City partners with UHC-Vision to offer employees and eligible family members (legal spouse and dependent children under the age of 26) quality vision care services. UHC-Vision offers a broad network of both retail and local optometrist options with their network. Retail providers include LensCrafters, Costco Optical, Sam's Club, and Meijer Optical to name a few. Search providers by visiting
While there is no City contribution towards the cost of coverage, a group arrangement with UHC-Vision has been established to offer comprehensive vision care at a competitive rate.
The 2026 Monthly Pre-Tax Premiums for Vision Coverage are:
Single
Family
Employee
$4.77
$12.17
Retirement Plan
In lieu of making contributions to Social Security, employees (excluding Patrol Officers and Firefighters) will make contributions to the Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS). Members of OPERS currently pay 10.0% of gross salary to the retirement system through payroll deduction. The City makes a contribution equal to 14.0% of the member's gross salary.
New members are given 180-days to elect participation in one of two plan selections within OPERS. Information from OPERS regarding plan selection will be mailed to your home address. Additional information can be obtained by calling OPERS at 800.222.7377 or by visiting
Additionally, employees may voluntarily contribute extra towards retirement through a deferred compensation plan. The City works with Mission Square and Ohio Deferred Compensation. These plans allow you to set aside an additional portion of your income for retirement through pre-tax payroll reduction.
Life Insurance
The City provides Basic Term Life Insurance, as administered by The Hartford, to all Full-Time employees at no cost. The value of this life insurance is equal to your base annual salary plus an equal amount for Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) coverage.
Eligible employees can purchase life insurance for themselves, their legal spouse, and their qualifying children through a Voluntary Term Life Insurance Policy.
Employee Coverage

• Voluntary employee coverage is av