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NEOGOV · 3 weeks ago

Community Development Specialist/CoC

Athens, GA

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid Level

$51K/yr - $51K/yr

3+ years exp

NEOGOV is a company focused on community development, and they are seeking a Community Development Specialist to assist with the community’s response to homelessness. The role involves providing technical assistance to homeless service providers, overseeing grant-funded projects, and conducting data analysis related to homelessness.

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Responsibilities

Assists with coordination with external stakeholders to address homeless issues

Assists with coordination with internal stakeholders within ACCGov to address homeless issues

Assists with implementation of ACCGov homeless encampment response policy

Assists with Continuum of Care/community homelessness data analysis and reporting and utilization of the Homeless Management Information System (HMIS)

Assists with the annual Point in Time Count of homeless people in ACC and other data collection efforts

Provides technical assistance to homeless service providers and the local Homeless Coalition

Assists with planning and drafting the HUD Continuum of Care grant application

Establish and maintain positive, productive working relationships with mental health agencies, community service providers, local shelters, businesses and other providers of services and resources to the homeless

Develop and maintain detailed program policies and procedures

Monitors and provides technical assistance to Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) public services and Continuum of Care funded sub recipient agencies to ensure compliance with federal regulations and achievement of required performance standards

Performs other duties as required

Qualification

Community Development Grant ManagementFederal Grant ManagementGrant WritingHomeless Services ProvisionData AnalysisHomeless Management Information System (HMIS)Technical AssistanceCollaboration with StakeholdersPolicy DevelopmentInterpersonal Communication

Required

Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Sociology, Public Administration or related field

Three years' experience in professional-level community development grant management, federal grant management and grant writing, homeless services provision or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position

Must possess a valid driver's license

Regular and predictable attendance is required

Must work cooperatively with others