Gsk Commercial Development Program Jobs in Colorado

OVERVIEW OFJOB

Plans, coordinates, administers, and monitors affordable housing, housing rehabilitation, commercial rehabilitation,andcommunity development programs funded through the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME), Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG), Office of Lead Hazard Control and Healthy Homes (OLHCHH), and other federal, state, and local funding sources.

Serves as a project manager throughout all phases of assigned projects, ensuring compliance with applicable federal, state, and local requirements while coordinating with residents, contractors, developers, nonprofit organizations, consultants,city departments, and funding partners. Theroleprovides technicalexpertisein housing and community development programs, grant administration, project implementation, construction oversight, environmental review, compliance monitoring, and program reporting in support of the Housing and Community Development Division.

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Coordinates, promotes, implements, and administers housing, commercial rehabilitation,andcommunity developmentprograms.

• Manages projects from application through closeout, ensuringtimelycompletion and compliance with program requirements.

• Reviews project eligibility anddeterminescompliance with applicable funding requirements.

• Coordinates with residents, businesses, developers, nonprofit organizations, consultants, contractors, and internal City departments.

• Provides technicalassistanceto applicants, funding recipients, contractors, and community partners.

• Assistsin developing new housing and community development initiatives and program improvements.

• Serves as project manager for assigned rehabilitation and development activities.

• Reviews construction estimates, work write-ups, plans, specifications, and cost proposals.

• Reviews contractor payment requests, change orders, and project closeout documentation.

• Assistswith administration of federal, state, and local grant programs.

• Monitors project budgets, expenditures, and funding commitments.

• Reviews requests for reimbursement and supporting documentation.

• Tracks project performance, expenditures, and grant accomplishments.

• Maintains complete andaccurateproject files and documentation.

• CoordinateswithCompliance Staff for theEnvironmental Reviewsin accordance with24 CFR Part 58.

• Monitors projects and programs to ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, local, and City requirements.

• Conducts project monitoring, file reviews, risk assessments, and compliance reviews.

• Identifiescompliance concerns and works with project partners to resolve findings or corrective actions.

• Assistswith monitoring of affordability requirements, project completion requirements, and grant performance measures.

• Supports HUD monitoring activities and prepares documentation requested during monitoring or audits.

• Maintains project files and supporting documentation.

• Compiles program data andpreparesreportsrequiredfor grant administration.

• Assistsin preparation of HUD-required reports, including the Consolidated Plan, Annual Action Plan, CAPER, IDIS reporting, and other federal reporting requirements.

• Conducts research, analyzes program performance, and prepares recommendations to improve programeffectiveness.

The listed primary duties and responsibilitiesarenot a comprehensive list of expectations for the job. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.

An equivalent combination oftraining,and experience thatdemonstratesrequired knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.

Education:

• High School Diploma or GED

Experience

• At least 3 yearsofexperience in HUD, Federal programs, CDBG, HOME, ESG programs,community development and affordable housing programs, planning, and/or grant administration.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of HUD regulations, Uniform Guidance (2 CFR Part 200), Davis-Bacon, Section 3, Uniform Relocation Act (URA), Fair Housing, environmental review requirements (24 CFR Part 58), and other federal compliance requirements.

• Experience managing construction contracts, project budgets, reimbursement requests, and project closeout.

• Experience working with nonprofit organizations, developers, contractors, architects, engineers, lenders, and public agencies.

• Experience using IDIS, HEROS, DRGR, Neighborly, or other grant management systems.

• Bilingual (Spanish or another language commonly spoken in the community) preferred.

Licenses and Certifications Required:

Knowledge:

• Knowledge of structure, purpose, and administration of government and foundation grant programs;

• Community or citizen outreach principles and strategies.

• Principles and practices of affordable housing, housing rehabilitation, commercial rehabilitation, and community development.

• Federal, state, and local grant administration requirements.

• HUD regulations and applicable federal compliance requirements.

• Construction methods, estimating, project scheduling, and contract administration.

• Environmental review requirements under 24 CFR Part 58.

• Public procurement and contracting principles.

• Budget preparation, financial tracking, and grant reimbursement processes.

• Project management principles and practices.

• Customer service and community engagement techniques.

Skills:

• Strong project management and organizational skills.

• Effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication.

• Contract and construction document review.

• Budget monitoring and financial analysis.

• Research, data analysis, and technical report preparation.

• Conflict resolution and customer service.

• Time management with the ability to prioritize multiple projects and deadlines.

• Presentation and public speaking skills.

• Proficiencyusing Microsoft Office, project management software, and grant management databases.

Abilities:

• Ability toestablishand maintain effective and positive working relationships with City,Departments, communityorganizationsand citizens

• Solveproblems independently

• Apply critical thinking and sound judgment to resolve problems and manage challenging situations

• Conduct research and prepare concise reports on findings.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Essential Personnel:

When a local announcement of emergency or disaster is declared by thecity, all City of Aurora employees maybe requiredto work as essential personnel.

Physical Demands:

• Work is primarily performed in an office environment with frequent computer use.

• Frequently sit, stand, walk, bend, reach, and use hands tooperatestandard office equipment.

• Occasionally lift or move materials weighing up to 25 pounds.

• Conduct periodic field inspections of construction sites, rehabilitation projects, commercial properties, and housing developments, requiring walking over uneven terrain, climbing stairs, and exposure to varying weather conditions.

• Ability to travel to project sites, public meetings, and partner locations throughout theCity.

WorkEnvironment:

• Standard office equipmentincludingprinters, scanners, copiers, and audiovisual equipment.

• Digital camera, measuring tools, and other equipment used during construction or housing inspections.

• City vehicle (or personal vehicle, if authorized) for travel to project sites and meetings.

EquipmentUsed:

• Thisjobmay require the incumbent to use personal equipment (e.g.vehicle, cell phone, tools, etc.) in the course of their employment.