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Community Development Specialist I
Job Location:
Job Location:
Dayton, TX - USA
Yearly Salary:
$ 60174 - 80787
Yearly Salary:
Posted:
11 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
8 October 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
Responsibilities
The Community Development Specialist I evaluates proposed community development projects. Incumbent develops and implementsneighborhood plans and projects that accomplish the City of Daytons redevelopment goals. Will be required to process applications and if appropriate grant awards for assignedprojects and programs. Responsibilities include preparing and monitoring contracts and providing technical assistance and guidance toagencies and organizations implementing community development programs regarding project developmentlegal notification and the execution of contracts and compliance issues. Will write and review rehabilitationspecifications and prepare bid packages monitor construction activities approve construction workauthorize associated payments as well as oversee projects. Incumbent will conduct research including financial analysis; assist in preparing grant applications budgets and project completion reports. Managing departmental budgets and financialsystems including purchase orders contracts and personnel information will also be required. Incumbent will prepare periodic and annualprogress reports on all assignments.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelors degree in Business Finance or Urban Studies or an equivalent field.
Degree must be from a college or university that is accredited by the U.S. Department of Education through the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools Higher Learning Commission or equivalent region.
License Requirements
Must possess a valid drivers license at time of appointment and maintain thereafter as a term and condition of continued employment.
Notes
Applications must specifically address each of the minimum qualifications directly showing how each is met.
An Equal Employment Opportunity Employer M/F/H
Background Check
A background investigation and evidence of Employment Authorization and Identity is required prior to candidates must pass any level of background investigation applicable to the position including current city employees seeking transfer promotion demotion etc. into a classified position.
Medical Examination & Drug and Nicotine Testing
Final appointment is contingent upon the applicant passing a job-related medical examination including drug screen. Applicants offered employment with the City will be required to pass a nicotine screening. Newly hired employees must remain tobacco and nicotine free as a condition of continued employment. The Tobacco and Nicotine Free Hiring Policy does not apply to current City employees.
Benefits
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
If you "heart" nerds, The City of Dayton, Ohio, is the place for you. Dayton boasts one of the highest concentrations of engineers and patents in the US, with aerospace and high tech bolstering its economy. Dayton is run by a commission, comprised of the mayor and four commissioners w ... View more
