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CDBG-DR Program Manager

Salary

$74,487.25 - $78,211.61 Annually

Location

Asheville, NC

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

2025-01586

Department

Community and Economic Development

Division

Community Development

Opening Date

04/29/2025

Closing Date

5/28/2025 5:00 PM Eastern

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Summary

This position will remain open until filled (or date if closing date listed)

About our opportunity:

The City of Asheville is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Community Development Block Grant – Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) Program Manager in the Community and Economic Development Department . The Community and Economic Development Department is responsible for managing the City’s CDBG-DR allocation. This position plays a key role in providing management and oversight throughout the lifecycle of the grant.

Position Summary:

The Community Development Block Grant – Disaster Recovery ( CDBG-DR) Program Manager will provide management and oversight of CDBG-DR programs that include infrastructure, housing, economic development, and public services projects, cross-cutting federal statutory requirements applicable to CDBG-DR, financial management, subrecipient management, and systems of record in the implementation of the CBDG-DR grant. This is a full-time employment position throughout the duration of the six-year grant lifecycle .

What you'll be doing:

+ Act as the primary point of contact for CDBG-DR, building strong relationships, addressing inquiries, and providing oversight of all program operations throughout the program lifecycle.

+ Serve as a Program Manager and provide direction on urgent or essential tasks to ensure the successful completion of each project under the CDBG-DR program.

+ Collaborate with stakeholders throughout the grant application process to ensure successful delivery of program outcomes.

+ Conduct research and analysis on various disaster recovery compliance topics including financial controls, grant outcomes and deliverables, eligibility, program delivery, compliance with 2CFR 200 federal procurement, and general CDBG-DR best practices in administering grants.

+ Support the Community Development Division Manager and the Community and Economic Development Department by providing in-progress program status updates to ensure a strong and consistent quality standard across program deliverables.

+ Participate in and provide input during weekly meetings, project partner meetings, and additional meetings as needed, including work stream management for timely delivery of agendas and meeting notes.

+ Contribute to monthly reports, presenting exceptional quality material covering status updates, synthesized data, and action items.

+ Plan, assign, and direct personnel responsible for administering functions related to the CDBG-DR Program.

+ Supervise and evaluate assigned Community Development staff, fostering a collaborative and supportive team environment.

Benefits:

+ Salary: $74,487.25 - $78,211.61 annually

+ 13 paid holidays, plus you will earn paid sick and vacation hours

+ Full access to the City of Asheville's benefit suite including Medical, Dental, and Life insurance options

+ Enrollment in the North Carolina State Pension Plan and NC State 401K with company matching funds

About you:

We know your time is valuable. Applicants who meet the following minimum requirements or have comparable experience and/or education will be considered:

+ Bachelor’s degree or higher, preferably in the field of finance, accounting, business management, economics, public administration, or a similar discipline.

+ Have a minimum of 7 years experience in federal grants management oversight (preferably Community Development Block Grant, Community Development Block Grant-Disaster Recovery, Emergency Solutions Grant, or HOME Investment Partnerships) managing multimillion-dollar projects.

+ Experience in supervising and motivating staff, fostering a positive and productive work environment, and effectively managing team performance to meet program objectives and deadlines.

+ Experience with working with competing priorities, stakeholders, and vendor/contractor management in different milieus.

Persons of all genders and races are encouraged to apply.

Other things to know:

+ Work Schedule: M-F 8:30 am-5:00 pm

+ Position is expected to end within six (6) years with the conclusion of the grant

About us:

The City of Asheville is dedicated to providing quality service for the residents and visitors of our beautiful city, nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains of western North Carolina. Asheville is a thriving mountain city that has a culture enriched in diversity. The City of Asheville values and respects a diverse community, workforce, and ideas and is committed to fostering an equitable and inclusive work environment. Our organization provides opportunities for employees, residents, and visitors to fulfill their potential through inclusive engagement, relationship-building, and a genuine sense of belonging. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status. The City of Asheville is proud to be a second-chance employer.

The City of Asheville is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

To view our comprehensive benefits package, click here (https://www.ashevillenc.gov/department/human-resources/compensation-and-benefits/) .

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Select your highest level of education:

+ High School/GED

+ Associates Degree

+ Bachelors Degree

+ Masters Degree

+ Doctorate

02

How many years of relevant experience do you have in federal grants management?

+ Less than 1 year

+ 1 - 5 years

+ 5 - 7 years

+ 7 - 10 years

+ 10 or more years

03

How many years of experience do you have in management or supervision?

+ I have no experience in Management or Supervision

+ I have less than one year of experience in Management or Supervision

+ I have 1 to 3 years of experience.

+ I have 3 to 5 years of experience.

+ I have 5 to 10 years of experience.

+ I over 10 years of experience.

04

Describe a time you managed a large, complex grant or project. How did you ensure compliance with federal regulations and meet deadlines?

05

How do you balance the needs of multiple stakeholders (ex: city leadership, contractors, and the public) while managing a disaster recovery program?

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Employer

City of Asheville

Address

City of Asheville PO Box 7148 Asheville, North Carolina, 28802

Phone

828-259-5690 - Apply Online! - EOE

Website

http://www.ashevillenc.gov/jobs