Grant Services Director - City of Atlanta : Job Details

Grant Services Director

City of Atlanta

Job Location : Atlanta,GA, USA

Posted on : 2024-12-21T01:25:56Z

Job Description :
Job Posting Open Until FilledSalary Range: $80,000 - $90,000General Description and Classification StandardsThe Director of Fiscal Operations reports directly to the Deputy Commissioner. The Director provides fiscal management andoversight for the City of Atlanta's entitlement programs funded by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development(HUD) and other associated grant programs, including but not limited to the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)program, Home Investment Partnerships Act (HOME) program, Housing Opportunities for Persons With AIDS (HOPWA), theEmergency Solutions Grant Program (ESG), Healthy Homes Grant, and assists with other non-HUD grants.This is a fully seasoned managerial level charged with responsibility for specialized functions within the department. Theposition manages a group of employees, typically with an intermediate supervisor, or a smaller group of specializedprofessional employees. Areas of responsibility are typically unique within the department.Supervision ReceivedThe direction received is general and focuses on long-term and short-term operating objectives, managerial effectiveness,and operating results. This level is considered middle management.Essential Duties & Responsibilities* Administers day-to-day fiscal operations, supervises Fiscal Managers, Assistant Managers (Leads), Financial Analysts,and Administrative Support Staff* Oversees delegation and coordination of staff assignments including preparation of operating budgets, reporting,cost allocations, managing expenses, and ensuring appropriate financial audit controls* Oversees the fiscal administration of federal and local grant funds provided for community development, includingCommunity Development Block Grant (CDBG), Housing Opportunity for Persons with AIDS(HOPWA), NeighborhoodStabilization Program (NSP), HOME, Emergency Solutions, Healthy Homes Grant, and other housing and communitydevelopment programs within the City of Atlanta* Identifies and evaluates funding sources; directs the funding process for federal and state grants; works closely withthe DGCD Program Operations and Compliance Directors to develop policies and procedures to govern grants andgrant-funded programs* Develops, coordinates, and/or assists with internal City staff for the City's HUD Consolidated Plan, Annual ActionPlans, CAPER, HUD monitoring, and other HUD-required activities and reports* Plans, administers, and oversees the City's fiscal reports of Entitlement programs via Oracle and IDIS* Provides fiscal information and review of proposed legislation* Participates in the development of department budget: reviews previous year's expenditures, and determinesbudgetary needs for staffing, supplies, equipment, services, and/or capital improvements; confers withCommissioner and Directors to monitor expenditures for budget compliance* Reviews and approves staff expenses prior to submission for payment* Assists with the City's bi-annual Single Audit process* Actively hosts and participates in Interdisciplinary Team Meetings with coordination between the Office of ProgramOperations and the Office of Entitlement and Competitive Compliance* Attends Management Team retreats and trainings* Other duties as assignedDecision MakingThis position has City-wide responsibility for aspects of the City's housing and community development policies andprograms. The incumbent provides technical expertise to all departments and stakeholders regarding housing andcommunity development program management and administration.Leadership ProvidedThis position manages an assigned group of housing professionals and technical employees; the position also providesinnovative program leadership and influence with related agencies and other governmental bodies.Knowledge, Skills & AbilitiesThis is a partial listing of necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the jobsuccessfully. It is not an exhaustive list.* Knowledge of federal entitlement and state housing programs; principles of public administration, accounting andbudgeting, and economics of housing and redevelopment; housing program development and housing assistanceprograms including applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations regarding affordable housingprograms; operational characteristics and activities of complex housing programs; financial and real estateprocedures and transactions; general housing program code provisions* Ability to manage projects and lead a team to achieve desired results* Knowledge of change management and process improvement* Budget development and management* Computer software* Strong verbal, written, and presentation skills* Ability to work collaboratively
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