Neighborhood Revitalization Manager Jobs (NOW HIRING)

About the Position Please note: The salary range above represents this position's earning potential. The anticipated hiring range for this position will be $101,474 to $140,546 based on the candidate's qualifications and experience. WHO WE ARE Department of Housing and Community Affairs (DHCA) works to preserve and increase the supply of affordable housing; maintain existing housing in a safe and sanitary condition; preserve the safety and quality of residential and commercial areas; ensure fair and equitable relations between landlords and tenants; and support the success of common ownership communities, all with a focus on reducing racial inequities and climate change impacts.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR The Department of Housing and Community Affairs is currently recruiting for a dedicated and forward-thinking Neighborhood Revitalization Manager (Manager III), Grade M3 to guide the Neighborhood Revitalization Programs in DHCA's Community Development Division. The ideal candidate will oversee the development of innovative strategies and programs that prevent neighborhood decline through community engagement and targeted improvements. In addition to leading Montgomery County's Focus Neighborhood Area program, using data, surveys, and community input to identify areas where revitalization can make the greatest impact.

We welcome candidates who focus on strengthening and uplifting our neighborhoods. What You'll Be Doing The Manager will oversee and guide professional staff in executing a range of complex neighborhood revitalization programs, including: Developing Focus Neighborhood Area (FNA) Action Plans. Managing the completion of capital improvement projects, such as commercial facade easement programs, streetscaping, and other neighborhood enhancements.

Assisting with budget planning, allocating federal, state, and county resources for revitalization efforts. Ensuring compliance with all relevant laws, rules, and regulations when approving payments. Representing the department at various interagency meetings and task forces, such as with the Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments and the Planning Board.

Leading public meetings to gather community input and present findings, projects, and reports to decision-making bodies, exhibiting strong public speaking and presentation skills is essential as the section Manager. Fostering a positive Labor Relations environment built on trust, respect, and cooperation. This position requires the ability to attend meetings and community events or perform work at locations outside the office.

Occasionally, early morning, evening, or weekend work outside of normal business hours may be required. Applicants should include all their work experience in their applications, as this information will be used to calculate wage equity and determine a salary offer for the selected applicant. Minimum Qualifications Experience: Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in a field related to the assigned area of urban planning, community development, architecture, and/or commercial revitalization.

Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree Equivalency: An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted. Medical Protocol: This position requires completion of a pre-employment Medical History Form to assess your ability to perform the essential duties of the role safely. License: Possess and maintain at all times a valid Class "C" (or equivalent) driver's license from the applicant's state of residence when required for job-related duties Preferred Criteria, Interview Preferences The applications of those individuals meeting the minimum qualifications will be reviewed to determine the extent, relevancy of training, and experience in the following areas: Expertise in developing, analyzing, and executing policies, plans, and strategies related to community planning and the revitalization/redevelopment of neighborhood and commercial areas in a county with over one million residents.

Proficient in financial oversight, budget preparation, procurement, and grant/contract development. Experience managing consultant and construction activities using federal, state, and local resources while ensuring compliance with all relevant laws and regulations. Experience supervising employees in a unionized setting and conducting performance evaluations.

Skilled in creating and implementing action plans, including survey design and performing data analysis. Experienced in managing capital construction projects, including land acquisition and disposition, site improvements, overseeing construction bids, supervising construction activities, and related responsibilities. Proficient in public speaking and collaborating with elected and appointed officials, managers, public and private sector representatives, businesses, and community groups to present information and garner support for recommendations.

Experienced in leading a team of professional staff members engaged in diverse and complex projects Experienced in advocating for and securing program funding from federal and state agencies. IMPORTANT INFORMATION The Office of Human Resources (OHR) reviews the minimum qualifications of all applicants, irrespective of whether the candidate has previously been found to have met the minimum requirements for the job or been temporarily promoted to the same position. This evaluation is based solely on the information contained in the application/resume submitted for this specific position.

Montgomery County Government(MCG) is an equal opportunity employer, committed to workforce diversity. Accordingly, as it relates to employment opportunities, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities, in accordance with the law. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should email OHR at Hiring@montgomerycountymd.gov

Individual determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made in accordance with all applicable laws. MCG also provides hiring preference to certain categories of veterans and veterans/persons with a disability. For more information and to claim employment preference, refer to the Careers webpage on Hiring Preference.

All applicants will respond to a series of questions related to their education, relevant experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities required to minimally perform the job. The applicant's responses in conjunction with their resume and all other information provided in the employment application process will be evaluated to determine the minimum qualifications and preferred criteria or interview preference status. Based on the results, the highest qualified applicants will be placed on an Eligible List and may be considered for an interview.

Employees meeting minimum qualifications who are the same grade will be placed on the Eligible List as a "Lateral Transfer" candidate and may be considered for an interview. This will establish an Eligible List that may be used to fill both current and future vacancies. If selected for consideration for this position, you may be required to provide evidence that you possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities indicated on your resume.

Montgomery County Ethics Law: Except as provided by law or regulation, the County's "Public Employees" (which does not include employees of the Sheriff's office) are subject to the County's ethics law including the requirements to obtain advanced approval of any outside employment and the prohibitions on certain outside employment. The outside employment requirements of the ethics law can be found at 19A-12 of the County Code. Additional information about outside employment can be obtained from the Ethics Commission website.