The City of Harrisburg is accepting applications for the position of Project Director - Asset Management in the Department of Building and Housing Development. The Project Director plans, directs, and controls all fiscal activities necessary to complete Departmental projects and programs. Oversees and responsible for the Department’s CDBG, HOME, ESG, and LHRD (and others) budgets totaling over $5 million annually while ensuring compliance and accurate reporting of federal funding. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Director of Economic Development, Building and Housing or his/her designee.  This is a management, FLSA-exempt position.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

The City of Harrisburg offers a salary up to $72,141.00. This full time FLSA-exempt position also includes an excellent benefits package: defined pension plan, paid holidays, paid time off (vacation, sick and personal time) and health care benefits (medical, dental, prescription and vision).

The City intends to fill this position as soon as possible. It will remain open until filled.

If interested, please CLICK the APPLY button and submit a cover letter, your resume, three employment references and salary history.

DEFINITION

The Project Director plans, directs, and controls all fiscal activities necessary to complete Departmental projects and programs. Oversees and responsible for the Department’s CDBG, HOME, ESG, and LHRD (and others) budgets totaling over $5 million annually while ensuring compliance and accurate reporting of federal funding. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Director of Economic Development, Building and Housing or his/her designee.  This is a management, FLSA-exempt position.

JOB LOCATION/EQUIPMENT:

Work is performed primarily at the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., City Government Center.  Duties are typically performed from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; however, field work at project sites and some evening or weekend work may be required on an infrequent basis.  Periodic travel to conferences, training seminars and meetings is essential.  Work requires daily use of a personal computer and software (e.g. Microsoft Office 365, including Excel, Word, etc.), HUD reporting systems, and office equipment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Work involves, but is not limited to, the following:  Serves as local administrator of HUD’s Integrated Disbursement Information System (IDIS) and is responsible for reporting the Federal Funding Accountability and Transparency Act (FFATA). Assists in the formulation of processes and procedures regarding Departmental financial procedures; researches appropriate federal, state, and local requirements to facilitate compliance by all parties; assists in arbitration and resolution of conflicting interests, as necessary. Initiates corrective action in the event of contract, HUD and city non-compliance. Analyzes changes in regulations and their effect on cost reimbursements and financial operations. Develops financial accounting systems to track expenditures for all programs and projects. Reconciles grant budgets annually. Initiates and manages the collection and management of community development loans and grants to homebuyers, owners, landlords and businesses. Develops and prepares operational and statistical reports for management and regulatory agencies. Prepares reports and presentations as required.  Develops draft policies and procedures for review and approval by the department director for implementation.  Maintains regular, punctual attendance.  Reports to work and remains at work in a safe and productive condition.  Establishes and maintains an effective working relationship with supervisors, co-workers and the general public.  Completes all assignments in an efficient, consistent and timely manner.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of grant-based accounting.
• Excellent project management skills with experience in managing and supervising administrative projects.
• Good knowledge of the principles and practices of urban real estate development and sales.
• Working knowledge of HUD Federal grants and asset management.
• Experience with grant based financial management including developing and monitoring Federal budgets and financial reporting.
• Exceptional and accurate mathematical, bookkeeping, accounting transactions and standard accounting principles and practices.
• Proven ability to meet aggressive deadlines.
• Ability to anticipate and meet project schedules and deadlines.
• Ability to identify administrative/operational deficiencies and make recommendations for improvements to supervisors.
• Ability to use or learn to use automated information systems, including personal computers, databases, spread sheets and word processing software.
• Ability to present complex ideas effectively in both written and oral form.
• Ability to exercise discretion and sound judgment.
• Strong ability to communicate both orally and in writing.
• Ability to understand and follow oral written communication.
• Ability to assist with grant writing proposals.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, associates, civic community and private sector groups, and the general public.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Possession of a master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Public Administration or equivalent by work experience, or a related field; five years of experience at the managerial level in planning, finance, or housing administration; proven experience in federal, state or city government; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Supervisory experience preferred. Must possess a valid Pennsylvania Driver’s License, Class C, or equivalent.

TO APPLY

Please click the APPLY button and submit your cover letter, resume, three employment references, and salary history.

Salary/Compensation: $72,141 per year