The City of Harrisburg is accepting applications for the position of Program Manager Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG), in the Department of Building and Housing Development.

The Program Manager organizes, directs, and controls the implementation of approved local, state, federal, and other grant funded housing and community development activities.

The employee in this position implements approved Consolidated Plan, HOME Investment Partnership (HOME), Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG), and related activities.

• Provides direction and assistance to staff and community groups during the development of the Consolidated Plan and Annual Action Plan and implementation process
• Prepares reports and documentation to substantiate compliance of activities with federal and state regulations
• Responsible for the administration, management, and monitoring of specific projects in the City’s application for CDBG, HOME, and ESG funds and the carrying out of the Consolidated Plan and Citizen Participation Plan.
• Specializes in one or more of the following areas:
  • Grant Management
  • Community Development
  • or Case Management. 
• Reports to the Director of the Department of Building and Housing Development.

This is a management, FLSA-exempt position

Qualified candidates will possess a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in public administration, community development, business administration or related field.

Have four (4) years of experience in the area of specialization working in the private sector or as a public official in administration of state and/or federal housing and community development programs.

Any other equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will also be considered.

Must possess a valid Pennsylvania Driver’s License, Class C.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

The annual salary is up to $53,560.00 (commensurate with experience and qualifications).

This full-time position also includes an excellent benefits package: defined pension plan, paid holidays, paid time off (vacation, sick and personal time) and health care benefits (medical, dental, prescription and vision).

TO APPLY

Please click the APPLY button and submit a cover letter, your resume, three employment references, and salary history.