Salary: $29.34 - $39.37 HourlyLocation : Tenth Street Place - 1010 10th Street Modesto, CAJob Type: Full TimeJob Number: 3841CDepartment: Community and Economic DevelopmentOpening Date: 12/12/2024Closing Date: 1/6/2025 5:00 PM PacificBargaining Unit: MCEATHE POSITION The Community Development Program Specialist I/II is responsible to perform a variety of analytical duties in support of Housing and Homelessness related programs. Under close supervision, responsibilities can include work involving technical and analytical research of affordable housing and community development programs and projects, including but not limited to homeless, community, and housing development programs; and to initiate and maintain contact with property owners, residents, organizations, and governmental entities involved in these programs.APPLICATION PROCESSApplicants will be assessed on the application submitted. Due to the volume of applications received, resumes will not be screened for the purpose of determining who is the most qualified to compete in the testing process. It is the applicant's responsibility to fill out the Education and Work Experience sections of the application with complete information and adequate detail. Do not substitute any part of the application with the words SEE RESUME. The following information is provided for you to use as a reference and as a planning tool. Applicants considered to be the most qualified will be placed on the eligible list and invited to the next step in the process.The Human Resources Department reserves the right to revise the testing process to best meet the needs of the City. The City of Modesto is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering, cultivating and preserving a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion.ESSENTIAL AND MARGINAL FUNCTION STATEMENTSEssential and other important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:Essential Functions:Provide analytical support to the Community Development Manager.Assist in the preparation of the division budget.Assist in the preparation of annual reports and funding applications.Provide statistical methodology for major projects.Coordinate informational seminars and workshops.Prepare data and reports for citizen committees, including the Economic Development Loan Committee and Citizens Housing and Community Development Committee.Assist in the marketing of community development programs administered through the Housing and Neighborhoods Program Office; write and prepare brochures and flyers, video tape segments, and newspaper and magazine advertising copies.Assist in monitoring Mortgage Revenue Bonds and other tax-exempt financing.Monitor small-business loans, nonprofit organizations, and other governmental entities for proper expenditures according to loan or grant agreements and federal regulations.Implement the Affordable Housing Task Force and Housing Trust Fund.Develop and maintain automated systems for compilation of economic data, housing data, and participant files.Monitor the low-income benefit and the effectiveness of existing community development programs; recommend the addition, expansion, or modification of programs and public outreach to respond to diverse and changing community needs.Review and analyze proposals and make funding recommendations.Advise prospective first-time home buyers about the availability of federal, state, and local housing programs.Prepare and/or update policies and procedures of existing community development programs.Assist residents with relocation under the Housing Rehabilitation Program.Assist with loan package preparation to applicants under the Small Business Loan Program.Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees, and the public using principles of good customer service.Observe and maintain a safe working environment in compliance with established safety programs and procedures.Marginal Functions:Perform related duties as assigned. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSCommunity Development Program Specialist IKnowledge of: Effective communication skills with a diversity of clients. Technical report writing procedures. Basic statistical and record keeping methods. Basic principles and practices of small business operations. Pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, rules, and regulations. Office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, and databases. Ability to: Gather data and prepare recommendations Prepare statistical charts, graphs, and exhibits. Deal effectively with individuals from a variety of ethnic and socio-economic groups. Prepare and present reports for public meetings and funding workshops. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Operate office equipment including computers and supporting word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications. Experience and Training Guidelines:Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: Experience:Two years of increasingly responsible experience in finance, community development, or a related field. Experience in housing programs is desirable. Training: Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in finance, business administration, public administration, or a related field. License or Certificate:Possession of, or the ability to obtain, a valid California driver's license.Community Development Program Specialist IIIn addition to the qualifications for the Community Development Program Specialist I:Knowledge of:Principles and practices of loan packaging and underwriting.Principles and practices of contract monitoring.Principles and practices of budget preparation and administration. Ability to:Organize and implement comprehensive reports and community development programs. Interpret and apply federal, state, and local policies, procedures, laws, codes, and regulations. Analyze pro formas and financial statements. Experience and Training Guidelines:Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:Experience: Two years of increasingly responsible experience equivalent to Community Development Program Specialist I with the City of Modesto.Training:Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in finance, business administration, public administration, or a related field.License or Certificate:Possession of, or the ability to obtain, a valid California driver's license. PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTSMobility: frequent use of keyboard; frequent sitting for long periods of time; occasional bending or squatting. Lifting: frequently up to 25 pounds; occasionally up to 50 pounds. Vision: constant use of overall vision; frequent reading and close-up work; frequent color and depth vision. Dexterity: frequent repetitive motion; frequent writing; frequent grasping, holding, and reaching. Hearing/Talking: frequent hearing and talking, in person and on the phone. Emotional/Psychological: frequent decision-making and concentration; frequent public and/or coworker contact; occasional working alone. Environmental: frequent exposure to computer noise. WORKING CONDITIONSWork is performed in a typical temperature-controlled office environment subject to typical office noise and environment. Some work may occur at remote locations. Positions may require occasional overtime and weekend work and travel is rare.Modesto City Employee Association (MCEA)Employee benefits are subject to change and are not guaranteed. For a detailed explanation of benefits currently in effect please see the Memoranda of Understanding.PUBLIC EMPLOYEES' RETIREMENT SYSTEM: CalPERS enrollment in either the 2% @ 60 or the 2% @ 62 formula is dependent on eligibility, as per AB 340. Employee pays the full member contribution. Retirement benefit is based on the employees three year final compensation average. The City does not participate in Social Security except for the required 1.45% Medicare contribution by both the City and the employee (applies to employees hired after 4-1-86).HOLIDAYS: 12 paid holidays per year plus 8 hours of holiday credit.VACATION: Accrual normally begins at a rate of two weeks per year, with incremental increases to five weeks at 21 years of service. Employees may accumulate up to twice their annual accrual.SICK LEAVE: Accumulated at 8 hours per month, 96 hours per year. Employees may accumulate up to 2,100 hours.MEDICAL INSURANCE: Health, dental and vision coverage is provided. The City's monthly contribution to health, dental and vision benefits is based on a three-tier system as follows:$ 1,950.00 Employee + Family$ 1,380.00 Employee + 1 Dependent$ 690.00 Employee Only$ 450.00 Opt OutThe employee pays the balance. An employee who opts out of health coverage receives the amount noted above minus dental and vision premium on their paycheck and treated as taxable income. Dental and vision coverage continuation is available upon retirement.LIFE INSURANCE: Coverage in the amount of $20,000 is provided by the City. Supplemental coverage is available at employee cost.DISABILITY INSURANCE: coverage is provided by the City, at City cost. This benefit pays 66 2/3% of the first $12,000 per month in salary.DEFERRED COMPENSATION: With a matching contribution by the employee, the City will contribute 1% of salary, (increasing to 2% after 15 years of service) to a voluntary 457 Plan.RETIREE HEALTH SAVINGS ACCOUNT (RHS) $2,400 initial deposit provided upon completion of a two (2) year vesting period, after initial contribution is made, the City shall contribute $100 per monthEMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM: Available to employees and dependents. Plan provides up to 3 counseling visits per incident, at City expense.EDUCATIONAL INCENTIVE: Bachelor's degree pays in the amount of 2.5% of salary and Master's degree pays in the amount of 5% of salary. BILINGUAL INCENTIVE LEAVE: Employees who pass a review panel and are needed in this capacity by the department, will receive 3 hours of Bilingual Leave Time per pay period into their Compensatory Time Off (CTO) balance.UNIFORM AND UNIFORM ALLOWANCE PROGRAM: is provided for some positions.ANNUAL PHYSICAL EXAM is provided for some positions.LONGEVITY PAY: 2.5% of salary at 10 years of service.SECTION 125 PLAN: Providing for pre-tax deductions for employee-paid health premium and dependent care costs.01 I understand that in order for my application to receive every consideration in the selection process, I must complete the following Supplemental Questions. I understand these responses must match the information I provide in the Work Experience and Education sections of my application. I certify that all information provided on this application and the Supplemental Questions is true to the best of my knowledge.
02 Do you possess a bachelor's degree with major coursework in finance, business administration, public administration, or a related field?
03 Please indicate the major of your bachelor's degree. If you do not possess a bachelor's degree, indicate N/A . 04 How many years of experience do you have in finance, community development, or a related field?
- No experience
- Less than 1 year
- 1 - 2 years
- 2 - 3 years
- 3 - 4 years
- More than 4 years
05 Please describe your experience as indicated above. In your answer, please provide employer name, job title of position held, and time in position. 06 Describe your experience supporting housing and homeless related programs. In your response, please detail your role and include position, title, employer, and duration of employment. If none, please indicate N/A . 07 Describe your experience performing research and analysis that meets defined policy, procedural, or program objectives. In your response, please detail your role and include the position, title, employer, and duration of employment in this capacity. If none, please answer N/A . 08 Describe your experience in evaluating documents, materials, and financials to demonstrate compliance with established policy, procedures, or program objectives. In your response, please detail your role and include position, title, employer, and duration of employment. if none, please indicate N/A . 09 Describe your experience with handling difficult decisions. In your response, please detail your role and include position, title, employer, and duration of employment. If none, please indicate N/A . Required Question