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Program Manager - Lead

Salary

$62,171.20 Annually

Location

City County Building, IN

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

09158

Department

Department of Metropolitan Development

Opening Date

06/02/2025

Closing Date

6/7/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

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Position Summary

The Program Manager-Lead will provide thought leadership and strategic direction for developing a program that meets the US Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)’s regulations, City processes, and meets the needs of low-and moderate-income households. Position is responsible for the planning, development and management of assigned federal grant programs that the City receives from HUD. The Program Manager-Lead will work in collaboration with other DMD divisions, city departments, and outside agencies to implement projects and programs, ensure that staff, participants, and program activities comply with HUD requirements, hire, and manage contractors, supervise staff, and provide technical assistance. They will establish and maintain strong relationships with federal/state government offices and local non-profit agencies. This position reports to the Principal Program Manager-Home Repair Program.

Agency Summary

The Department of Metropolitan Development (DMD) works to shape the city’s identity by strengthening people and places, building upon our history, and fostering visionary development. The DMD agency envisions the city as a growing, vibrant, and beautiful city where people and businesses thrive in an inclusive, world-class community. The agency is able to do this by cultivating a productive, collaborative, and compliant work environment in order for our workforce to meet the needs of the residents of Indianapolis and Marion County.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The City of Indianapolis Marion County is an equal opportunity employer . All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status. We value diversity in perspectives and experiences among colleagues and the residents of this city of whom we serve.

Position Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

+ Develop and manage all aspects of the lead hazard reduction program including policies and procedures for the City and its project sponsor utilizing federal funds.

+ Supervise program staff and ensure compliance with federal regulations.

+ Oversee the implementation of lead-safe work practices during renovation and maintenance activities.

+ Build local capacity to address lead hazards effectively.

+ Develop procedures for program activities, including participant intake and marketing lead-safe units to families with young children.

+ Promote collaboration between health and housing departments.

+ Develop partnerships with community-based organizations, health departments, higher educational institutions, and other stakeholders.

+ Ensure proper financial management and reporting.

+ Monitor grant fund expenditures at the contract level.

+ Manage grant applications and ensure compliance with funding requirements.

+ Monitor the completion of required internal and external reports, such as Federal Cash Transaction reports, MBE/WBE reports, and other reports required by HUD.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities that management may deem necessary from time to time.

Qualifications

Minimum Job Requirements and Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Planning, or Business Management or related field from an accredited college or university preferred, with a minimum of two (2) years of direct work experience in community development/grant administration and at least one (1) year of supervisory experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted. Must participate in HUD Lead Hazard Control training within 120 days of hire and must hold an Indiana LI/RA license within six months of hire. Excellent speaking, writing, and listening skills are crucial. Knowledge of city government's inter-workings and the region's development and not-for-profit community, or the ability to acquire such knowledge quickly, is a must for this position. The ability to build a strong team to accomplish team's mission is critical. Program Manager must establish and maintain effective working relationships with a full range of elected and appointed officials, city colleagues, community leaders, private contractors, business owners, and not-for-profit boards and directors. The ability to manage several projects simultaneously is required. This position will occasionally require attendance at meetings or performance of work outside of the office. Computer literacy is required.