CDBG-DR Housing Programs Lead

Community Development Block Grant Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) Housing Programs Lead

The City of Asheville is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Community Development Block Grant Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) Housing Programs Lead in the Community and Economic Development department. The department works to strengthen Asheville's neighborhoods, expand housing opportunities, and support economic growth and is responsible for managing the City's CDBG-DR allocation. This position plays a key role in ensuring compliance, oversight, and delivery of housing programs funded through the CDBG-DR grant. This is a full-time employment position throughout the duration of the six (6) year grant lifecycle.

What you'll be doing :

• Act as the primary point of contact for CDBG-DR Housing Programs, providing technical assistance, responding to inquiries, and overseeing all operations throughout the program lifecycle.
• Lead and direct urgent or essential tasks to ensure successful completion of the Affordable Multifamily Housing Construction Program ($28M), the NC Single-Family Rehabilitation and Reconstruction Program ($3M), and Housing Support Services.
• Collaborate with program stakeholders to maintain transparency and advance housing recovery priorities.
• Manage the project application process, including development of Notices of Funding Opportunities, intake, evaluation, award determinations, and agreement execution.
• Oversee work performed by award recipients, contractors, and internal staff to ensure compliance with federal crosscutting requirements.
• Conduct operations in compliance with City policies, CDBG-DR program manuals, federal regulations, and general CDBG-DR best practices.
• Coordinate with, report to, and provide updates to the CDBG-DR Program Manager to ensure successful delivery of program and project outcomes.
• Prepare and submit quarterly performance reports (QPRs) and contribute to monthly reporting with high-quality status updates and data analysis.
• Prepare agendas, meeting notes, and present synthesized updates at weekly and partner meetings.
• Present information to City Council, council committees, and community groups as needed.

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About you :

We know your time is valuable. Applicants who meet the following minimum requirements or have comparable experience and / or education will be considered :

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Persons of all genders and races are encouraged to apply. Applications will be reviewed, and interviews for qualified candidates will be conducted, on a rolling basis.