Neighborhood Development Coordinator

Description

This position performs administrative, technical and customer service functions in the coordination of Community Development Block Grant and other department programs and services.

· Provides customer service; answers telephone and greet visitors; provides information and assistance; refers to appropriate personnel; takes messages and makes appointments

· Reviews applications and determines eligibility for participation in grant program.

· Maintains applicant files and financial information.

· Maintains departmental accounts; monitors expenditures, prepares requisitions, and tracks purchase orders; maintains purchase card accounts.

· Researches property titles.

· Coordinates property closing with legal staff.

· Prepares news release and public notices.

· Meets with members of the community to provide information about department programs and services.

· Prepares letters, memoranda and other correspondence.

· Oversees the City’s youth work program

· Complete environmentals for projects

· Prepare/file lien cancellations

· Prepares and submits travel requests; process travel reimbursements.

· Performs related duties

Requirements

· Knowledge of modern office practices and procedures.

· Knowledge of city and departmental policies and procedures.

· Knowledge of computers and job-related software programs.

· Knowledge of budget management principles.

· Skill in prioritizing and organizing work.

· Skill in the provision of customer services.

· Skill in the maintenance of files and records.

· Skill in the use of such office equipment as a computer, scanner, fax machine, and copier.

· Skill in oral and written communication.

· Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with completion of specialized training in the field of work, in addition to basic skills typically associated with a high school education.

· Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/internship or having had a similar position for one to two years.

· Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver’s license issued by the State of Georgia for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.