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Description

Private government consulting firm based in Pittsburgh, PA is seeking a Grant Manager and Housing Community Development Specialist.

This firm offers services ranging from basic planning of Federal & State funds to more multifaceted development projects. They are looking to expand their team due to increase business. Specific services offered by this firm include:

• Community Development

• Economic Development

• Housing Development

• Redevelopment Planning

• Urban Design

• Historic Preservation

• Grant Writing

• Technical Services

Salary is based on experience and education.

Hours are Monday through Friday from 8:30am-5:30pm, 40 hours per week.

This position is onsite at their corporate headquarters located just outside of Pittsburgh, PA.

Responsibilities may include:

• Provide information and technical assistance to clients in regard to different Federal and State programs.

• Meet with municipalities, authorities, councils of government, business owners, developers, and non-profit organizations to discuss their plans and determine financing alternatives to accomplish their plans.

• Monitor and evaluate projects for compliance with Federal Regulations.

• Prepare periodic status reports, as required or needed by clients.

• Provide grantsmanship to clients for Federal and State programs.

• Prepare feasibility reports and market studies.

• Prepare affordable housing studies.

• Perform related duties, as may be assigned.

Interest in the Areas of:

• Governmental programs for housing, community and economic development.

• Governmental agencies and the process related to economic development, redevelopment, land use, long-range planning, and physical planning/site development.

• Land acquisition, construction, reconstruction, and infrastructure concepts.

• Project management, contract administration, and budget/financial management.

• Local government entities and community development agencies.

• Accounting, finance, and budgetary procedures.

• Local environmental review, community participation, and general development process.

• Housing programs and services for the homeless, disabled, and protected classes of the population.

• Fair Housing and affordable, accessible, and accommodating housing.

Minimum Requirements include:

Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s Degree in Public Administration, Public Policy, Geography, Political Science, Planning, Urban Design, Business Administration, History, or a related field.

If you are interested in being considered, please apply online using the Robert Half website.

Requirements

Successful candidates should meet most of the following requirements:

• Communicate well, both verbally and in writing.

• Use of software programs such as Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and GIS, with proficiency.

• Interact professionally with supervisors, co-workers, outside agencies, governmental and business entities, and the public.

• Work as a team member with others and the ability to perform self-directed tasks.

• Utilize skills in writing, problem-solving, presentation and public speaking.-

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills (verbal, written, and listening)

• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills are a must, as well as great attention to detail

• BS/BA in Public Administration, Public Policy, Geography, Political Science, Planning, Urban Design, Business Administration, History, or a related field.

• Can work independently with minimal supervision

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