Community Revitalization Program Manager

DGS Office of External Affairs; Illinois; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

DGS Office of External Affairs in Illinois seeks a Community Revitalization Program Manager to lead policy formulation and program administration for CDBG initiatives. The role requires strong organizational, communication, and project management skills to supervise a team and ensure program success.

The ideal candidate will oversee grant life cycles from conception to closeout, monitor progress, and ensure compliance with federal and state requirements, reflecting a strong capacity for

Qualifications

• Four years of college in business/public administration, economic development, urban planning, or related field.
• Three years of progressively responsible administrative/management experience in a public or business organization.
• Three years administering federal and/or state grant programs from conception to closeout.
• Three years completing federal or state environmental reviews or HUD environmental training.
• Three years experience in Community Development Block Grant administration.
• Three years effectively supervising and guiding team members with strong problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Formulates and implements policies for Community Development Block Grant programs.
• Monitors and evaluates project activities.
• Ensures compliance with state and federal requirements.
• Supervises staff and coordinates project teams.

Skills

Administrative experience

Grant administration

Supervisory leadership

Environmental review training

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Job description

The Community Revitalization Program Manager manages programs in the Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity's Office of Community Development and supervises staff. The role formulates and implements policies for Community Development Block Grant programs, monitors and evaluates project activities, and ensures compliance with state and federal requirements. The ideal candidate excels in organization, communication, and project management with strong supervisory skills.

• Four years of college in business/public administration, economic development, urban planning, or related field
• Three years of progressively responsible administrative/management experience in a public or business organization
• Three years administering federal and/or state grant programs from conception to closeout
• Three years completing federal or state environmental reviews or HUD environmental training
• Three years experience in Community Development Block Grant administration
• Three years effectively supervising and guiding team members with strong problem-solving skills