Housing and Commercial Development Specialist - Variable Hour Benefit Eligible

JOB LOCATION 15151 E Alameda Pkwy Aurora, Colorado 80012-1555 Cit y  of Aurora ,  Colorado It is an exciting time to work for the City of Aurora, we're growing and looking for dedicated and collaborative individuals to join our team of talented and valued employees. Excellent organizations have a set of principles, or core values, that are used to implement their mission and vision. Those values represent the touchstone for the organization, guiding the decisions of the individuals and the organization. At the City of Aurora, we demonstrate our excellence by modeling the CORE 4 Values of:   Integrity ,   Respect, Professionalism , and   Customer Service , and we welcome all who share these values to apply. Why Work for Aurora? Make a difference in the lives of real people every day Diverse community Competitive total compensation package Well-Funded General Employees Retirement Plan Light rail station minutes away On-site fitness center and overall employee well-being programs Internal educational programs to assist with career advancement Access to innovation workspaces PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Salary to be commensurate with experience The hiring range for this position is $26.00 - $32.50/hourly This is classified as VHBE (Variable Hour Benefit Eligible), where the selected candidate   can   work up to 40 hours per week.  The selected candidate will be eligible to elect Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits,   accrue   paid time off, and receive 11 paid holidays.   The deadline to   submit   applications is October 2, 2026. Please note, The City of Aurora will conduct ongoing screenings of applications on a first come, first-serve basis; as soon as we   determine   to have a qualified pool of applicants, this position may close quickly and without notice.   This position is supported through grant funding, with employment only eligible through April 1, 2030. OVERVIE W OF   JOB     Plans, coordinates, administers, and monitors affordable housing, housing rehabilitation, commercial rehabilitation,   and   community development programs funded through the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME), Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG), Office of Lead Hazard Control and Healthy Homes (OLHCHH), and other federal, state, and local funding sources.   Serves as a project manager throughout all phases of assigned projects, ensuring compliance with applicable federal, state, and local requirements while coordinating with residents, contractors, developers, nonprofit organizations, consultants,   c ity departments, and funding partners. The   role   provides technical   expertise   in housing and community development programs, grant administration, project implementation, construction oversight, environmental review, compliance monitoring, and program reporting in support of the Housing and Community Development Division.   PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES   Coordinates, promotes, implements, and administers housing, commercial rehabilitation,   and   community development   programs.    Manages projects from application through closeout, ensuring   timely   completion and compliance with program requirements.    Reviews project eligibility and   determine s   compliance with applicable funding requirements.    Coordinates with residents, businesses, developers, nonprofit organizations, consultants, contractors, and internal City departments.    Provides technical   assistance   to applicants, funding recipients, contractors, and community partners.    Assists   in developing new housing and community development initiatives and program improvements.    Serves as project manager for assigned rehabilitation and development activities.    Reviews construction estimates, work write-ups, plans, specifications, and cost proposals.    Reviews contractor payment requests, change orders, and project closeout documentation.    Assists   with administration of federal, state, and local grant programs.    Monitors project budgets, expenditures, and funding commitments.    Reviews requests for reimbursement and supporting documentation.    Tracks project performance, expenditures, and grant accomplishments.    Maintains complete and   accurate   project files and documentation.   Coordinates   with   Compliance Staff for the   Environmental Reviews   in accordance with   24 CFR Part 58 .    Monitors projects and programs to ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, local, and City requirements.    Conducts project monitoring, file reviews, risk assessments, and compliance reviews.    Identifies   compliance concerns and works with project partners to resolve findings or corrective actions.    Assists   with monitoring of affordability requirements, project completion requirements, and grant performance measures.    Supports HUD monitoring activities and prepares documentation requested during monitoring or audits.    Maintains project files and supporting documentation.    Compiles program data and   prepares   reports   required   for grant administration.    Assists   in preparation of HUD-required reports, including the Consolidated Plan, Annual Action Plan, CAPER, IDIS reporting, and other federal reporting requirements.    Conducts research, analyzes program performance, and prepares recommendations to improve program   effectiveness.   The listed primary duties and responsibilities are not a comprehensive list of expectations for the job. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.     MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & WORKING CONDITIONS An equivalent combination of   training,   and experience that   demonstrates   required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.   Education:   High School Diploma or GED   Experience   At least 3 years   of   experience in HUD, Federal programs, CDBG