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Community Development Specialist I

City of Dayton
Dayton, OH Full Time
POSTED ON 7/24/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/6/2026
Responsibilities

The Community Development Specialist I evaluates proposed community development projects. Incumbent develops and implements neighborhood plans and projects that accomplish the City of Dayton's redevelopment goals. Will be required to process applications and if appropriate, grant awards for assigned projects and programs. Responsibilities include, preparing and monitoring contracts and providing technical assistance and guidance to agencies and organizations implementing community development programs regarding project development, legal notification, and the execution of contracts and compliance issues. Will write and review rehabilitation specifications and prepare bid packages, monitor construction activities, approve construction work, authorize 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 financial systems including purchase orders, contracts, and personnel information will also be required. Incumbent will prepare periodic and annual progress reports on all assignments.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's 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 driver's 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.

Background Check

A background investigation and evidence of Employment Authorization and Identity is required prior to employment. All 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.

An Equal Employment Opportunity Employer M/F/H

Benefits

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