Community Economic Development Grant Manager, Central Midlands Council of Governments
Supervise CED staff; Prepare, write, and administers grant applications related to community and economic development projects; Assists with grant programs as requested including CDBG, EDA, USDA and other funding sources.
Responsible for all phases of grant and project administration to include: developing and preparing applications, conducting environmental reviews, procuring professional services, holding public hearings, construction and contract management, upholding labor standards and conducting employee interviews, adhering to budgets and paying invoices, fulfilling reporting and monitoring requirements, and ensuring compliance with all applicable local, state, and federal regulations.
Assists local governments in the development of short and long range community and economic development plans; gathers information on applicable grant programs; coordinates activities with other departments and agencies as needed.
Bachelor’s Degree in urban planning, public administration, construction management, or other related field from an accredited college or university. Master’s Degree is preferred but not required.
Five years of progressively responsible experience in community development, municipal planning, grant management and/or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.
Experience with writing and managing federal and state grants, with the public procurement process and experience supervising staff and managing project teams.
Interested and qualified candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, and application. To download the application, go to www.centralmidlands.org, click on “News and Events” then “Employment”. Applicants should send their resume, cover letter, and application to: recruiter@centralmidlands.org. This information may also be mailed to CMCOG Recruiter, 236 Stoneridge Drive, Columbia, SC 29210 by the closing date shown above. No phone call please.