Community Development Block Grants (CDBG) Program Coordinator

City-of-Grants-Pass; Grants Pass (OR); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Part time

Job summary

City of Grants Pass is seeking a part-time CDBG Program Coordinator to administer the city's HUD-funded program, update policies, and ensure compliance with HUD guidelines. The role supports competitive funding, monitors expenditures, and prepares reports.

This in-office position (up to 29 hours per week) requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Public Administration or Urban Planning, or equivalent experience, with strong presentation and coordination skills. A valid Oregon driver’s license is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience with CDBG, HOME, or HUD programs is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Administer the City’s CDBG program and ensure HUD guideline compliance.
• Update policies and program procedures.
• Submit documents meeting HUD requirements.
• Coordinate processes and public participation activities.
• Evaluate proposals and monitor expenditures.
• Prepare regular program reports and ensure program integrity.
• Make presentations to review boards and City Council.

Skills

Public speaking

Policy analysis

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Public Administration or Urban Planning

Job description

Join the City in this part-time (up to 29 hours per week) role as the Community Development Block Grants (CDBG) Program Coordinator. This position will administer the City's CDBG program, update policies and program procedures, submit documents that meet mandated HUD requirements, coordinate processes, coordinate public participation processes, evaluate proposals, monitor expenditures, prepare reports and ensure compliance with all guidelines regarding this program.

Questions regarding this role direct to: [e-mail] or 541-450-6050.

The City of Grants Pass is a High Performance Organization that has a well-defined Mission, Vision and Values which provides the framework for our organizational culture. We believe that the best solutions come from empowered teams with the knowledge and shared vision of the community's goals. We promote a legacy of excellence through a culture of trust, collaboration, and encouragement of personal growth and the celebration of our achievements. We seek to attract adaptable, creative and motivated individuals who share our community pride and dedication to exceptional public service.

The Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program Coordinator is responsible for the administration, compliance, oversight, and reporting of the CDBG program in accordance with U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) regulations, federal laws, and local objectives. This role ensures all funded activities align with CDBG guidelines, supports competitive funding, and maintains fiscal and program integrity. Incumbent will be making presentations to various review boards and City Council and performing independent decision making.

Training and Experience:(positions in this class require):

A Bachelor’s Degree in Public Administration, Urban Planning, or a related field is required; or an equivalent combination of educationandexperiencesufficienttosuccessfullyperformtheessentialdutiesofthejobsuchas those listed above. Experience with CDBG, Home Investments Partnerships Program (HOME), or other HUD programs is highly desirable.

Licensing Requirements: (positions in this class require):

• Valid driver’s license, Oregon Class C with an acceptable driving record

This position is part-time, not to exceed 29 hours per week. This is an in-office position, Monday through Friday.

Reasonable accommodations may be made upon request prior to the application deadline to enable individuals with disabilities to participate in the job application process.

Per Oregon Revised Statutes 408.225 and 408.230, the City of Grants Pass grants preference in hiring and promotion of veterans and disabled veterans as defined by state law. If you are eligible and wish to claim Veterans' preference points, please indicate so on your application. Please note that you need to submit documentation of your eligibility at the time of your application.

Directly related work experience and qualifications will be evaluated alongside others who perform work of comparable character as required by Pay Equity Law.

It is the policy of the City of Grants Pass that no person shall be discriminated against based on race and characteristics traditionally associated with race to include hair styles, religion, color, sex, marital status, family status, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or current employment status. The City values diversity and encourages everyone who is interested in employment with the City to apply.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Police Officer applicants must show proof of citizenship with 18 months of hire.