Community Development Specialist (Administrative Officer) - Range Amea / 14

Open to the general public and any current Municipal employee.

These positions are represented by the Anchorage Municipal Employee Association (AMEA) and are subject to the provisions of the current agreement between the Municipality of Anchorage and the AMEA.

DEPARTMENT: Anchorage Health Department

HOURS OF WORK: Monday through Friday; 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

LOCATION: 825 L Street, Anchorage, AlaskaUnder general supervision this position is responsible for identifying, establishing, maintaining. and evaluating projects and related budgets for contract development, implementation, administration, and oversight and compliance with the U.S. Department of

Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and project guidelines. This position assesses a wide range of projects providing housing and suitable living environments by expanding economic opportunities for low and moderate-income households' projects.

The projects may include: acquisition of real property; relocation and demolition of property; rehabilitation of residential and nonresidential structures; construction of public facilities and improvements such as water and sewer; streets; neighborhood centers; and the conversion of school buildings for eligible purposes; public services within related federal limitations; activities relating to energy conservation and renewable energy resources; and provision of assistance to profit-motivated business to carry out economic development and job creation/retention activities. In relationship to project development, this position develops Request for Proposals (RFP), monitors contracts for project implementation, which may last from one to five years and has a working application of HUD guidelines to ensure project activities meet federal requirements and regulations. This position also works with underwriting for projects including repayment ability. equity, liquidity, cost-analysis, efficiency of operations. credit history and project deadlines that meet HUD's required quotas, CHDO goals, and other federal guidelines. Perform other related duties as assigned.High school diploma, GED or equivalent and six (6) years of experience in the field

related to the position.

OR

Associate's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Computer Information

Systems, Finance or similar discipline and four (4) years of experience in the field

related to the position.

OR

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Computer Information

Systems, Finance or similar discipline and two (2) years of experience in the field

related to the position.

All applicants must possess and/or obtain:

• A valid State of Alaska Driver's License with Satisfactory DMV driving report.

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If selected for hire, appointment to this position will be conditional based upon the submission of a current copy of the applicant's Alaska Driver's License and a current (dated within 30 days from date requested) copy of his/her Department of Motor Vehicle driving record, including a driving record from previous states if the Alaska Driver's License was first issued within one year prior to application, documenting an acceptable driving history. The processing fee(s) are the responsibility of the selected applicant.

If selected for hire, the appointment in this position will be conditional based upon a satisfactory Municipal Employment Office conducted Background Check. A Background Check encompasses criminal history, verifying education, and verifying dates of employment.

All required certifications and licenses must remain current for the duration of employment.

Military Service Interview Preference:

Veterans or who wish to be considered for interview preference as permitted in Municipal Personnel Rules 3.30.031 D must attach to the application a copy of their DD Form 214, DD Form 256, NGB Form 22, or a letter from the US Department of Veterans Affairs recognizing the person as a veteran. The attached documentation must show an honorable discharge or general (under honorable conditions) discharge. The minimum qualifications of the position must be met for preference consideration.

Individuals currently serving as a member in good standing in the National Guard or the organized military reserves who wish to be considered for interview preference as permitted in Municipal Personnel Rules 3.30.031 D must attach proof of current service to the application.  Proof of current service can be shown by submission of a statement of service which, at a minimum, shows full name, date of birth, Social Security Number, date service began, branch of service, rank, name of command providing the information, and unit of assignment.

 The statement of service must be on a form or letterhead of the individual's command organization and show the name, signature, title and contact information for the signer providing the statement of service. The minimum qualifications of the position must be met for preference consideration.

The Municipality of Anchorage is an employer of National Service. Please be sure to include any volunteer work with AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, or other national service programs on your application in the work history portion.

Application Process:

Once an applicant clicks the "Apply" link underneath the header section of a vacancy announcement, they will be directed to the www.GovernmentJobs.com website to log into their existing account (or to create an account) of their application profile.  Applicants will create or review their profile, make any updates necessary, and submit their application from their personal account.

 NOTE: The GovernmentJobs website and applicant's profile accounts are not administered by the Municipality of Anchorage.  For technical assistance or customer service regarding an account profile, applicants may contact the GovernmentJobs customer support line at 1-855-524-5627.

For general questions regarding Municipal vacancy announcements or the employment process with the Municipality of Anchorage, applicants may contact the Human Resources Department at (907) 343-4442 during regular business hours of Monday

• Friday 8:00 a.m.

• 5:00 p.m. Alaska Time.

The MOA is an EO and AA employer and complies with Title I of the ADA.

For information regarding requests for reasonable accommodations related to employment under the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Municipality of Anchorage ADA Coordinator at (907) 343-4571