Location: Pittsfield,MA, USA
RESPONSIBILITIES - Administration and oversight of projects funded by Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), particularly with revolving loan funds and technical assistance grants, and additional economic development grants that may be awarded to the City; includes in-take of financing applications, development of underwriting documentation and evaluation of business, presentation of loan/grant applications to Pittsfield Economic Revitalization Corporation (PERC). - Provides administrative support to PERC to carry out economic development projects for the City including but not limited to: small business grants and lending program administration, (planning and implementation of industrial park annual leases and development projects and small business consulting and educational programing. Supports PERC committees, including the Executive Committee, Board of Directors and subcommittees; schedule PERC Finance Committee and Board of Directors meeting and prepares packages for meetings. - Serves as first point of contact to public, entrepreneurs, startup businesses or those small business owners looking to expand and are seeking small business resources. - Review of grant and loan applications, assist with loan servicing and set-up. Performs credit checks, write analysis, commitment letters communication between PERC and applicants, prepare loan documents and loan collections. - Works closely with PERC Auditors on yearly audits and filing of taxes. - Completes any required annual reporting. - Maintenance of economic development financing programs including but not limited to: CDBG, Economic Development Incentive Program, Massachusetts Growth Capital Corporation Technical Assistance Grants, Pittsfield Small Business Fund, Pittsfield Economic Development Fund. - Administration of economic development incentive programs, including work with project proponents and state officials. - Grant writing and administration of funds, as needed. - Liaison to economic development entities and other organizations working with the small business community. - On-site project administration and assistance to proponents of development projects and/or business start-up or expansion projects. - Assistance with special projects pertaining to community and economic development, as needed. - Procurement of professional services in cooperation with the Purchasing Office; Project-related budget preparation. Demolition of vacant buildings, and various accessibility projects. - Serves as a member of the Pittsfield Commission on Disabilities. - Performs other related duties as needed and/or required. QUALIFICATIONS - High school diploma or equivalent, bachelor\'s degree from an accredited college or university in business administration, economics, urban planning or public administration is preferred. - Minimum of three (3) years\' experience in community development, planning, or public policy and administration with direct involvement in the administration of community and/or economic development projects - A combination of relevant education and experience may be considered. - Demonstrated program or project administration experience - Knowledge of practices and procedures in administration of publicly funded projects - Exemplary interpersonal skills; ability to communicate well orally and in writing - Proficient skill in the use of computers and technology, including software programs such as Microsoft Word, Excel and Power Point - Ability to maintain discretion and confidentiality, as incumbent is exposed to sensitive information such as credit reports, financial statements, profit and loss statements, personal and business taxes, etc. HOURS Monday - Friday, 35 hours per week, 8:30am - 4:00pm SALARY RANGE Starting rate \$27.03 - \$28.54 per hour Annual increases up to \$37.43 per hour APPLICATION DEADLINE: Thursday, October 31, 2024 at 4:00PM or until position is filled