Assistant Director, Urban Revitalization & Grants

Maryland AG; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 87,000 - 106,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

State of Maryland Benefits

Job summary

The Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) is seeking an Assistant Director to lead Reinvest Baltimore and manage related grants and loan programs in Baltimore City. This role requires strong organizational, planning, and supervisory capabilities to advance neighborhood revitalization initiatives.

The position offers State of Maryland benefits and requires coordinating with the Baltimore Vacants Reinvestment Council.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• Five years of experience in the community development field including stakeholder engagement, planning, and grant/loan administration.
• Two years in a supervisory role or leading a team.
• Graduate degree may substitute for up to two years of required experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage Reinvest Baltimore, a state initiative to support vacancy elimination in Baltimore City.
• Oversee the Baltimore Vacants Reinvestment Council and the $50M annual funding program for grants and loans.
• Administer grants and loans to government and nonprofit partners for redevelopment.
• Provide leadership and oversight in program implementation and financial management.

Skills

Community development

Stakeholder engagement

Planning

Grant administration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Graduate degree may substitute for up to 2 years experience

Job description

The Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) is seeking an Assistant Director to lead Reinvest Baltimore and manage related grants and loan programs in Baltimore City. This role requires strong organizational, planning, and supervisory capabilities to advance neighborhood revitalization initiatives.

The position offers State of Maryland benefits and requires coordinating with the Baltimore Vacants Reinvestment Council.