Grants Programs Manager – Community Development (CDBG/SSG)

National Community Development Association (NCDA); Naperville (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Naperville is seeking a Community Grants Manager to oversee the CDBG and Social Services Grant programs, including planning, compliance, financial management, citizen participation, contract administration, and subrecipient monitoring.

The role also prepares the Consolidated Plan, Annual Action Plans, and CAPER, while coordinating SSG processes and ensuring HUD reporting requirements are met. A strong background in grant administration is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in public administration, business administration, planning, accounting, or related field.
• Two or more years of HUD/CDBG and IDIS experience.
• Valid State of Illinois Driver’s License.
• Master’s degree in related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates the application, review, and award processes for annual SSG programs.
• Reviews grant applications and supporting documents submitted by organizations for completeness, appropriateness, and adherence to City requirements, and orders revisions where necessary.
• Administers the CDBG Program to ensure compliance with federal funding and disbursement laws.
• Prepares the Consolidated Plan and Annual Action Plans.
• Analyzes demographic and other data to determine program goals and priorities.
• Prepares and oversees execution of sub-recipient contracts and grant agreements.
• Maintains the HUD Integrated Disbursement and Information System (IDIS) and reconciles accounts with the City.
• Verifies funding is received and accurately disbursed by the City.
• Prepares and maintains records, documents, and required reports documenting CDBG Program operations including sub-recipient activities and expenditures.
• Monitor compliance with Davis-Bacon and other labor requirements.
• Performs on-site inspections as needed.
• Facilitates the annual review of sub-recipient funding applications.
• Monitors sub-recipients and works with City agencies to ensure timely completion of program activities.
• Drafts agenda items for the City Council related to grant program awards and the CAPER.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in public administration, business administration, planning, accounting, or related field

Master’s degree in related field preferred

Tools

IDIS experience

Job description

The City of Naperville is seeking a Community Grants Manager to oversee the CDBG and Social Services Grant programs, including planning, compliance, financial management, citizen participation, contract administration, and subrecipient monitoring.

The role also prepares the Consolidated Plan, Annual Action Plans, and CAPER, while coordinating SSG processes and ensuring HUD reporting requirements are met. A strong background in grant administration is essential.