CDBG/Development Services Program Grants Coordinator

cityofprescott; Prescott (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mental health & wellness

PTO 25 days

Holidays 10 + 1 floating

Free employee health coverage

Pension & LTD

Supplemental benefits

Job summary

City of Prescott invites applications for the CDBG/Community Development Coordinator to manage the CDBG entitlement program, budget, reporting, and coordination with boards and partners.

Under supervision, this role ensures HUD compliance, administers housing programs, and supports community development initiatives with strong analytical and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in the specified fields; two years federal grant experience or equivalent.
• Experience with CDBG entitlement processes, budgeting, and reporting.
• Strong communication and ability to work with diverse partners.

Responsibilities

• Administers the CDBG entitlement program, including budgeting and tracking.
• Prepares Consolidated Plan, Annual Action Plan, CAPER and HUD reports.
• Staffs CAC, coordinates hearings and public participation.
• Ensures compliance with federal requirements and audits.

Skills

Grant administration

Budgeting

Public administration

Communication

Project management

IDIS familiarity

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Public Administration, Urban Planning, Social Sciences, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

IDIS

Job description

ANNOUNCEMENT OF EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

CDBG/Community Development Coordinator

Community Development

Hiring Pay Range: $59,872.83 to $74,841.04

Pay Grade: 111

FLSA Status: Exempt

Full Pay Range: $59,872.83 to $89,809.24

Deadline to Apply: 10/11/2026

Benefits Summary:

Major Benefits for Full-Time Regular Employees:

• A diverse range of complimentary mental health and wellness services is available, including an Employee Assistance Program, a free subscription to Calm, and health coaching
• Paid time off up to 25 days in first year of employment
• 10 paid holidays and 1 floating holiday per year
• Free employee only coverage for medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, and life insurance
• Pension and long-term disability through Arizona State Retirement System, click here for more details
• Supplemental benefits such as deferred compensation plans and additional life insurance

Position Summary:

Administers the City's Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) entitlement program in compliance with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) requirements. Provides program and project coordination for the Community Development Department including administrative support to the Planning and Building Divisions as well as relevant City boards and commissions.

This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities. Under supervision of the Planning Manager, this job class is expected to exercise independent judgment, initiative, decision-making, and is responsible for HUD compliance, reporting, sub-recipient oversight and managing daily program activities.

Essential Duties:

• Administers the City's CDBG entitlement program, including program design, budgeting, allocation of funds, and financial tracking.
• Prepares the Consolidated Plan, Annual Action Plan, and Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER), and submits required reports to HUD.
• Manages the annual funding cycle, including application materials, eligibility determinations, and award recommendations; staffs the CDBG Citizens Advisory Committee (CAC) and coordinates public hearings and citizen participation.
• Researches funding opportunities and supports applications for additional resources.
• Enters and maintains program data, draws down funds, and reconciles accounts in HUD's Integrated Disbursement and Information System (IDIS).
• Establishes and maintains working relationships with nonprofit organizations, the Continuum of Care, local governments, and other community partners.
• Provides technical assistance to subrecipients; monitors performance and compliance through continual communication and site visits.
• Administers and further develops City-operated housing programs, such as minor home repair and down payment assistance, including applicant eligibility and income verification, partner coordination, and contractor oversight.
• Ensures compliance with federal requirements, including environmental review (24 CFR Part 58), Davis-Bacon and labor standards, procurement, fair housing and affirmatively furthering fair housing, and citizen participation.
• Interprets federal regulations and maintains program records for audit and monitoring.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Education and/or Experience:

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Public Administration, Urban Planning, Social Sciences, or related field; two (2) years of responsible experience in federal grant administration, program development, public administration, non-profit organization, or a related field; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform the work.

Employee Core Beliefs

City of Prescott employees should seek to uphold the City's core beliefs throughout their day-to-day business and with every customer they come in contact with, both internal and external. Our core beliefs are: Acting with Integrity, Working as a Team, Being Accountable, Practicing Innovative Problem Solving, Take Pride in Excellent Results, Focusing on Our Community and Being Nice.

Knowledge, Skill and Abilities:

• Knowledge of CDBG entitlement processes, applications, administration and reporting requirements.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of program administration, budgeting, and program evaluation.
• Knowledge of public administration and local government structure and services.
• Knowledge of Federal, state, and local regulations governing grant-funded programs, including CDBG.
• Skill in communicating clearly, both orally and in writing, individually, in groups and public settings.
• Skill in building partnerships and collaborating with nonprofit organizations, the Continuum of Care, government agencies, elected officials, and residents.
• Skill in using Microsoft Office, spreadsheets, and database systems, including federal reporting systems such as IDIS.
• Skill in handling inquiries and resolving conflict with professionalism and tact.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, partner organizations, officials, boards and the public.
• Ability to determine grant and program eligibility and apply program regulations.
• Ability to analyze and compile information and prepare clear reports.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and work independently with sound judgment.

Physical Demands And Working Conditions:

• Work is performed in a standard City office environment
• Safely operates a City vehicle and variety of standard office equipment including a computer terminal, telephone, 10-key calculator, copier, and fax machine requiring continuous and repetitive arm, hand, and eye movement.
• Work is performed in a dynamic environment that requires sensitivity to change and responsiveness to changing goals, priorities, and needs

Successful candidate will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening to include:

• Drug screening
• Motor vehicle records check
• Criminal background screening

City of Prescott Contact Information

201 N. Montezuma Street, Suite 207

Prescott, AZ 86301

Email: [e-mail]

Website: www.prescott-az.gov

Phone: [phone] / Fax: [phone]

When advised, reasonable accommodations will be made in order for an "otherwise qualified applicant" with a disability to participate in any phase of the selection process. In accordance with A.R.S. 23 - 493, this position has been identified as "Safety Sensitive". The City of Prescott is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.