Compliance & Planning Administrator

City of Raleigh; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Raleigh seeks an experienced Compliance & Planning Administrator to lead grant administration and regulatory compliance for housing and community development programs. You will monitor federally funded activities, oversee HOME and CEG processes, and collaborate with staff and partners to strengthen program outcomes.

The role emphasizes analytical review of records, development of procedures, and effective reporting to HUD compliance standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field and 3–5 years' experience in program or grant management, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Experience administering HUD-funded programs (HOME, CDBG) is preferred.
• Experience interpreting grant compliance requirements and coordinating corrective actions.

Responsibilities

• Conduct programmatic and compliance monitoring of federally-funded activities and subrecipients.
• Administer HOME program compliance and monitoring activities and coordinate with partners.
• Oversee the Community Enhancement Grant (CEG) process, including evaluations, awards, contracting, and reporting.
• Analyze program and financial information and prepare compliance documents and recommendations.
• Maintain grant management systems, records, and workflows to improve operations.

Skills

Grant management

Regulatory compliance

Analytical thinking

Communication

Project management

Public administration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, City Planning, Public Administration, Real Estate, or related field

Tools

Neighborly

Job description

The City of Raleigh is seeking an experienced, detail-oriented Compliance & Planning Administrator to join the Compliance & Planning team in the Housing and Community Development Department. This position administers local and federally funded housing and community development programs, with a focus on federal grant compliance, HOME program monitoring, and the City's Community Enhancement Grant (CEG) program. The Administrator plays a key role in ensuring that public resources are administered responsibly, regulatory requirements are met, and funded programs effectively serve Raleigh residents. This position offers the opportunity to apply independent judgment, solve complex problems, and collaborate with City staff and community partners to strengthen affordable housing and community development initiatives.

About You:

You are an analytical, detail-oriented professional who can independently manage complex grant administration and compliance responsibilities. You exercise sound judgment, take initiative to research and resolve unfamiliar issues, and know when to elevate matters requiring management direction. You are comfortable balancing competing deadlines, reviewing detailed programmatic and financial records, and developing practical solutions when established procedures do not fully address a situation.

About Us:

The Housing and Community Development Department is committed to improving and maintaining the quality of life for Raleigh residents through housing and community development programs. The Department receives federal funding from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), supports affordable housing, and delivers programs and services benefiting low- and moderate-income residents. The Compliance & Planning team supports grant administration, regulatory compliance, monitoring, reporting, and strategic planning across the Department.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

• Conducts programmatic and compliance monitoring of federally-funded activities and subrecipients, including reviewing records, assessing performance, documenting findings, and following up on corrective actions
• Administers and supports HOME program compliance and monitoring activities, including reviews of project and program documentation and coordination with internal staff and funded partners
• Administers the City's Community Enhancement Grant (CEG) program and other grant processes, including competitive funding processes, application evaluation, award administration, contracting, reporting, and subrecipient oversight
• Analyzes program and financial information, evaluates outcomes and prepares compliance documentation, reports, and recommendations supporting HUD requirements and City planning activities
• Maintains grant management systems, records, and workflows, and develops procedures and tracking tools to improve compliance, consistency, and program operations
• Collaborates with community partners and City staff to address compliance concerns, coordinate grant administration and monitoring activities, maintain policies and procedures, and strengthen program performance
• Performs other duties as required

Required Education and Experience:

Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, City Planning, Public Administration, Real Estate, or related field; 3 to 5 years' experience in program management, grant management, supervisory, or a related field; OR Any equivalent combination of training and/or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities may be substituted

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Experience administering or monitoring federally funded housing, community development, or related grant programs, particularly HUD-funded programs such as HOME or CDBG
• Experience interpreting federal grant compliance requirements, conducting subrecipient monitoring, documenting findings, and coordinating corrective actions
• Experience developing or administering grant agreements, contracts, scopes of work, or competitive funding processes
• Familiarity with grant management systems, such as Neighborly, is a plus

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• HUD-funded programs and principles of public and business administration
• Interpreting and apply laws, regulations, policies, and procedures using sound judgment
• Analyzing program and financial information, evaluate documentation, and support compliance conclusions
• Preparing written findings, reports, and recommendations supported by facts
• Strong verbal and written communication, stakeholder coordination, and project management skills
• Standard office, spreadsheet, database, and reporting applications

Work Environment and Physical Effort:

Sedentary: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, a negligible amount of force frequently, and/or constantly having to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body.

Work Environment:

Work is typically performed in an office or similar indoor environment. Employees may occasionally work in a vehicle.

Work Exposures:

Work in this position does not require frequent environmental exposures.

City of Raleigh is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Accommodations for individuals with disabilities are provided upon request.