Executive Director of Community Development((Community Development Administrator))

Connecticut Department Of Administrative Services

Manages state resources, operations, and services, streamlining efficiency for Connecticut government.

Leads and manages the Office of Community Development, overseeing staff, programs, and budget.

7 days ago ago

$124,895 - $170,298

Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)

Full Time

Hartford, CT

Office Full-Time

Company Size

1,700 Employees

Service Specialisms

Construction services

Project Management

Consulting

Engineering

Architecture

Property Development

Design

Technical Services

Sector Specialisms

Human Resources

Information Technology

Fleet Vehicle Services

Building and Construction

Procurement

Grants Administration

Role

What you would be doing

policy development

budget management

staff oversight

program design

compliance review

performance standards

Interprets and ensures compliance with relevant laws and regulations
Designs and implements performance review standards for division staff;
Maintains strategic relationships within and outside the division to influence policy and programs
analyze and solve problems;
plan for and implement a customer service program;
May participate in legislative hearings relating to department;
Implements new procedures and procedural revisions;
May represent Commissioner on various boards and commissions;
Prepares division budget;
May supervise and/or lead quality improvement teams and other agency committees;
Designs and launches programs and initiatives
Designs and develops programs and activities;
Determines staffing needs and manages personnel coordination
Develops, implements and evaluates division policies, goals and objectives;
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Oversees division staff and daily operations
Prepares and manages the division’s budget
Introduces and updates operational procedures
Determines appropriate staffing levels and directs management and coordination of staff;
Directs preparation of comprehensive reports and presentations on division or agency activities;
Develops, implements, and assesses division policies, goals, and objectives
Maintains contacts with individuals within and outside of division who might impact policy program activities;
Establishes and applies performance evaluation standards for staff
Administers staff and operations of division;
Interprets and administers pertinent laws;
Leads the recruitment and hiring of staff, including outreach, interview and selection;

What you bring

economic development

grant management

real estate

master's

team leadership

stakeholder engagement

Experience working with Connecticut municipalities, especially in the areas of economic development, land use planning, and community revitalization.
Experience with communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly to policymakers, local officials, and the public.
relevant state and federal laws, statutes and regulations;
Experience leading and managing a team, including supervising professional staff and coordinating across agencies, municipalities, and community stakeholders.
oral and written communication skills;
Experience with capital grant programs.
College training may be substituted for the General Experience on the basis of fifteen (15) semester hours equalling one-half (1/2) year of experience to a maximum of four (4) years for a Bachelor's degree.
and ability to apply management principles and practices;
Considerable ability to
Ability to analyze plans and proposals.
Experience administering complex community and economic development programs.
Knowledge of real estate development and finance principles;
Experience managing large-scale grant programs, including application review, funding recommendations, contract execution, compliance monitoring, and performance evaluation.
Considerable knowledge of
A Master's degree in planning, economics, housing, urban development, finance, business and/or public administration or a closely related field may be substituted for one (1) additional year of the General Experience.
Experience with state and federal funding mechanisms, including capital budgeting, bond commission processes, and leveraging private investment.
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Experience demonstrating a commitment to equity and inclusive economic growth, particularly in historically underserved or distressed communities.
interpersonal skills;
negotiation skills;