CDBG/CIP Job Description

The Central Oklahoma Economic Development District (COEDD) is seeking a candidate to fill a position for the Community Development Block Grant/Capital Improvement Planning (CDBG/CIP) administrator.

The CDBG/CIP administrator will work to design, develop, and implement CDBG Community Development Grants, Water/Wastewater Grants, and Capital Improvement Plans.

Responsibilities:

• Strategically directs the use of CDBG funds including working with sub-grantees and monitors grant activities; administers the set-up of CDBG projects and activities in Grants.OK.Gov.

• Track accomplishments and generate required reports; and coordinate the CDBG competitive grant program including application review, public hearings, and grant administration.

• Manages the development of the 5-year Plan, Fair Housing Plan, Citizens Participation Plan, and other requirements of the Oklahoma Department of Commerce.

• Implements the details of the CDBG program as well as provide leadership and vision in the development and guidance of other programs.

• Analyzing spatial data using ESRI software

• Create, update, and maintain geospatial data in ArcGIS software applications and databases.

• Publish/Edit Content for ArcGis Online

• Collaborate with municipalities and state organizations for data and training

• Ability to conduct field GPS GNSS data collection using a Trimble TDC650

• Create, update, and maintain municipal inventory and cost analysis.

• Travel within and outside of the state

• Performs other related duties as required/assigned.

Required Experience:

• The ability to obtain the Oklahoma CDBG Administration Certification

• Hands on knowledge of ESRI ArcGIS desktop software including ArcMap and ArcPro.

• Have a valid driver's license and insured person vehicle.

• Strong Microsoft Office skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams.

Pay is based on experience.