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Community Development Program Administrator
Job no: 5109096
Work type: Restricted Full-Time
Location: Abingdon Virginia
Categories: Administrative Services
Title: Community Development Program Administrator
State Role Title: Prog Admin Specialist II
Hiring Range: $65K-$75K
Pay Band: 5
Agency: Dept of Housing & Cmnty Devel
Location: Dept of Housing and Comm Abing
Agency Website: https://www.dhcd.virginia.gov/housing
Recruitment Type: General Public - G
Job Duties
DHCD Welcomes Veterans and Veteran Spouses!
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The Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) is seeking a Community Development Program Administrator to support the administration and oversight of disaster recovery programs. This position performs advanced program administration, compliance monitoring, and technical assistance for Community Development Block Grant Disaster Recovery (CDBG DR), CDBG National Disaster Recovery (NDR), and state disaster recovery programs.
CDBG DR and CDBG NDR are federal programs administered by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). These programs provide vital resources to help communities recover from major natural disasters and strengthen long term safety and resilience. The Community Development Program Administrator ensures these funds are used effectively, responsibly, and in accordance with all federal and state requirements.
This position works independently to manage assigned projects, interpret regulations, and conduct detailed reviews of financial and programmatic documentation. The Program Administrator provides clear, accurate guidance to grantees and junior staff, supports required program reporting, and contributes to the continuous improvement of program operations.
What you'll do:
• Perform advanced administration of CDBG DR, CDBG NDR, and state disaster recovery programs
• Monitor compliance with federal and state program requirements
• Independently review detailed financial and programmatic documentation
• Interpret regulations and provide technical guidance to grantees and junior staff
• Support federal and state program reporting
• Contribute to ongoing improvement of program operations
The appointment is to a restricted position, funded in part by non-general funds. The availability of funding is scheduled for review on an annual basis. Continued employment is contingent on the continued availability of grants and non-general funds.
This position is telework-eligible and adheres to the Commonwealth of Virginia's telework policy 1.61.
Commonwealth of Virginia benefits/incentives include:
Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
Tuition Reimbursement
Dental/Medical/Vision plans
Sick, Family/Personal, Annual, Military, and Community Service Leave
Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
Disability Plans (Short and Long Term)
Retirement and Savings plans
Life and Long-Term Care Insurance Telework Eligible Commonwealth of VA Employees ONLY discounts
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Minimum Qualifications
• Strong analytical skills to interpret regulations and evaluate compliance and apply program policies.
• Knowledge of federal and state grant regulations or reporting requirements and documentation analysis.
• Competent research skills and proficiency in financial tracking tools or spreadsheets (Microsoft Excel or financial management systems.
• Experience monitoring grant-funded programs, analyzing program performance, evaluating results, and/or recommending corrective actions when appropriate.
• Demonstrated experience independently managing complex projects and deadlines.
• Experience delivering training and technical assistance, developing and presenting effective presentations, facilitating meetings or group discussions, or providing professional consultations.
• Experience working with diverse stakeholders to assess project needs and supporting successful project implementation.
Additional Considerations
• Experience with HUD programs, disaster recovery funding, or state agency operations.
Special Instructions
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to "Your Application" in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to "Your Application" in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
Application Process:
Individuals desiring to be considered for this position must submit a completed employment application or you may attach a resume before the position's closing date. Applications/changes received after the closing date will not be considered. Applications sent through postal mail, email, or fax will not be considered.
Applicants are encouraged to be specific regarding job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and abilities.
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to "Your Application" in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
Supplemental Questions:
You may be required to respond to position-specific questions at the end of this application. This information may help us evaluate your credentials and qualifications for the job. Failure to respond to any questions may disqualify you from further consideration. Answers should be reflected in jobs and positions held.
Background and Reference Checks:
Selected applicants are subject to a background investigation and reference checks. Investigations may include fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI); local agency checks; employment verification; verification of education (if required and relevant to employment); credit checks; and other checks based on the position.
Lay off Policy 1.3:
If you have been impacted by the DHRM Policy 1.3 layoff and have a valid Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Card) or Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Card), it is necessary to submit the card before the closing date for this position. You can include the Card as an attachment with your state application.
DHCD Welcomes Veterans and Spouses:
We are committed to recruiting, hiring, and retaining qualified Veterans and their spouses. Veterans who are hired into state positions may be eligible to receive additional leave accruals based on their total years of service in the military, National Guard, or Reserve. If applicable, please submit form DD-214 with your state application.
Sponsorship:
The Commonwealth of Virginia welcomes all applicants authorized to work in the United States. Sponsorship is not provided; therefore, applicants must be a citizen or national of the U.S., a Lawful Permanent Resident, or an alien authorized to work.
Reasonable Accommodations:
Accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact our Human Resources Department for further assistance.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
The Department of Housing and Community Development practices fair and equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. It is our policy to prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, political affiliation, genetics, or disability in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce. Qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. It is our goal to foster a culture that demonstrates the principles of civility, diversity, opportunity, and inclusion.
Diversity, Opportunity, and Inclusion:
DHCD is committed to providing valuable opportunities for a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment where all employees feel supported. DHCD seeks to work with partners, grantees and vendors who demonstrate a commitment to diversity and inclusion as a practice and have a demonstrated record of this commitment.
Alternative Hiring Process:
In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019. Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022-
February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.
Contact Information
Name: Human Resources
Phone: N/A
Email: rr-recruitment1@dhcd.virginia.gov
In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.
Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.
Advertised: 07 Aug 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 21 Aug 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
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