Brownfield Program Specialist

Align; Grand Rapids (MI); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Tuition reimbursement

Paid holidays

Job summary

Fishbeck is seeking a Brownfield Program Specialist in Michigan to help drive redevelopment efforts across the state. You will evaluate incentives, engage with developers and governments, and pursue funding opportunities including grants and tax abatements.

The role involves preparing brownfield plans, tracking implementation, and supporting grant compliance. The position requires a relevant degree and 1+ year experience in brownfield redevelopment or related fields, with strong communication

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Community Development, Business, Environmental Sciences, or related field.
• 1+ year of brownfield redevelopment, economic development, or related experience.
• Knowledge of property taxation, finance, economic development, and site development.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Experience with grant proposals/writing.
• Intro knowledge of environmental due diligence and brownfield plans.
• Ability to travel and work on project sites; lift/carry as needed.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and implement economic development tools to support brownfield redevelopment.
• Meet with developers, governments, and organizations to assess incentives.
• Research and pursue funding opportunities including tax incentives and grants.
• Prepare Brownfield Plans, work plans, proposals, and tracking.
• Support grant applications and compliance reporting.
• Contribute to environmental projects and assist with program strategies.
• Present information in public settings when required.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Grant writing

Public speaking

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

For over 70 years Fishbeck has been building. As a 100% employee-owned firm, every team member has a stake in what we build together—our work, our reputation, and our future. Now we need to add a Brownfield Program Specialist to help us keep building.

What You’ll Do

• Evaluate and implement economic development tools and strategies to support brownfield redevelopment and community development projects
• Meet with developers, municipal governments, and economic development organizations to evaluate project financial incentives
• Research, analyze, and pursue funding opportunities, including property tax abatements, tax increment financing, grants, and technical resources
• Prepare Brownfield Plans, Act 381 work plans, proposals, grants, and other technical documents, and track implementation
• Support efforts to secure grants and financial assistance for brownfield projects
• Assist with grant compliance and reporting
• Contribute to environmental projects and assist project managers with implementing program strategies
• Present information in public settings as needed

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Community Development, Business, Environmental Sciences, or a related field
• 1+ year of experience in brownfield redevelopment, economic development, community planning, public administration, financial management, or related functions
• Knowledge of property taxation processes, finance, economic development, community development, and site development
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including technical writing capabilities
• Strong organizational skills and keen attention to detail
• Exposure to community development and economic development programs
• Experience with grant proposal writing
• Introductory knowledge of environmental due diligence, brownfield plans, and other redevelopment topics
• Ability to occasionally lift and carry, work in normal office conditions, sit and use a computer, travel to and maneuver around project sites, attend client and project meetings, conduct site observations, use technical equipment for communication and documentation, and meet the visual demands of the role

What We Offer

This is an opportunity to join an elite team helping create transformational redevelopment projects across Michigan. You will be challenged to learn and apply new skills, engage in highly meaningful work, and be recognized for your contributions.

Our staff members enjoy a comprehensive compensation package that includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Wellness reimbursement and activities
• Reimbursement and support for tuition, continuing education, and professional/personal development
• Vacation and sick time, volunteer PTO, parental leave, and paid holidays
• Opportunities for hybrid and flexible schedules
• 401(k), profit sharing, and stock ownership opportunities (employee ownership)
• And more!

We are an equal-opportunity employer that is committed to diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status.

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