Housing & Community Development Specialist I

GRADE 2116
Pay Range $51,189 - $74,714

General Description

The purpose of this position is to assist with the implementation of the CDBG Housing rehabilitation program and other community development projects. This position works under general supervision, independently developing work methods and sequences.

Duties & Responsibilities

The functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this position. Management may assign additional functions as necessary.

  • Prepares applications for assistance for qualifying Kent County residents.
  • Research mortgages, liens, property ownership, etc.
  • Assists with monitoring all construction, repairs or alterations done on the dwelling by contractors.
  • Researches target areas for eligible clients.
  • Organizes bid packages, holds pre-bid meetings, and checks contractor references.
  • Research if properties approved for grants are clear of liens.
  • Assists in performing initial housing inspection.
  • Compiles a report of all investigations including a statement of specific work to be included in project.
  • Performs related work as required.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Requires High School graduation or GED equivalent supplemented by one (1) year of residential construction and remodeling experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Additional Requirements

Good knowledge of home remodeling practices; good knowledge of state and local building, electrical, mechanical and plumbing codes and regulations; good knowledge of the various programs provided by the department; ability to deal with contractors and low and moderate income persons; ability to write clear and concise work specifications; ability to conduct research and write reports; mature judgment; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationship with coworkers, supervisor, officials, agencies, and the public; working knowledge of personal computers and pertinent applications; regular and timely attendance; performance of duties in a safe manner. Must pass testing for substance abuse and criminal background investigation. Must maintain a positive work environment by acting and communicating in a manner that promotes harmonious relations with customers, co-workers, and supervisors. Direct deposit of pay required.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • This is light work requiring the exertion of up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force to move objects.
  • Work requires crawling, reaching, pushing, fingering, grasping, handling, and repetitive motions; voice communications is required for expression or exchanging ideals by means of spoken work levels, and to receive detailed information through oral communications and/or to make fine distinction in sound.
  • Mental acuity is required to make rational decisions through sound logic and deductive processes; physical attendance at work site is required to perform manual tasks, Provide immediate service to onsite customers and supervise or interact with work groups.
  • Visual acuity is required for depth perception, color perception, preparing and analyzing written or computer data, visual inspection involving small defects and/or small parts, use of a measuring devices, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, observing general surroundings and activities.
  • The worker is subject to inside environmental conditions, and atmospheric conditions

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Essential Functions are regularly performed without exposure to adverse environmental conditions.

Special Certifications and License Requirements

  • Must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license with an acceptable driving history.
  • Must possess or pass ICC Certification Program modules: B1 – Residential Building Inspector and Property Maintenance and Housing Inspector within 18 months of hire required to retain position.

Notices

Kent County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (42 U.S. C. 12101 et. seq.), Kent County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. This is an employment at-will position.

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