CDBG Coordinator

Salary: $24.18 - $28.44/Hour

Job Type: Full-time

Department: Community Development

Location: Logan, Utah

Reports To: Community Development Director

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Appointed Position: No

Position Eligible to Exempt from URS: No

Job Number: 26-84

Closing Date: November 8, 2026

Definition:

Under general supervision, administers the City of Logan's Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program, funded by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). This position ensures compliance with applicable federal regulations, HUD requirements, City policies, and approved program plans.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Community Planning, Public Administration, Business Administration, or closely related area, OR experience equivalent to five (5) years of full-time planning or grant administration work. Preference will be given to those with experience administering federal, state, or local governments grants. Familiarity with HUD and CDBG programs. Must have a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities:

Administer the City's CDBG program in accordance with applicable HUD regulations, federal grant requirements, and City policies.

Prepare and coordinate the Consolidated Plan, Annual Action Plans, CAPER, amendments, public notices, public hearings, and other required program documents.

Manage CDBG budgets, funding allocations, expenditures, reimbursements, program income, and financial records in coordination with the Finance Department.

Maintain project and financial information in HUD systems, including IDIS, and ensure required reports and submissions are accurate and timely.

Coordinate CDBG project selection, funding allocations, implementation schedules, and project closeout.

Prepare and administer subrecipient agreements, memoranda of understanding, amendments, and other project documents.

Monitor subrecipients and City departments receiving CDBG funds to ensure compliance with agreements, eligible activities, reporting requirements, and performance goals.

Review reimbursement requests, invoices, receipts, procurement records, beneficiary reports, and other supporting documentation for eligibility and compliance.

Coordinate environmental reviews and applicable federal requirements related to procurement, labor standards, accessibility, fair housing, acquisition, and other project-specific requirements.

Maintain complete program records and supporting documentation for monitoring, audits, records retention, and public records requests.

Provide technical assistance to City departments and subrecipients regarding CDBG eligibility, documentation, reporting, and compliance requirements.

Prepare staff reports, funding recommendations, presentations, and other materials for the Community Development Director, City Council, HUD, and other stakeholders.

Monitor regulatory changes and deadlines, identify compliance concerns, and coordinate corrective actions as needed.

Performs other administrative duties as assigned.

Knowledge and Skills:

Knowledge of grant administration, financial management, budgeting, and project coordination.

Ability to interpret and apply federal regulations, grant agreements, and administrative requirements.

Strong organizational, analytical, written, and verbal communication skills.

Ability to manage multiple projects, maintain accurate records, and meet strict deadlines.

Ability to work independently and collaboratively with City departments, nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and the public.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and the ability to learn specialized grant management systems.

Essentials:

Essential functions, as determined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, knowledge, and other characteristics. This list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions of this class. The approved class specifications are not intended to and do not infer or create any employment, compensation, or contract rights to any person(s). This updated job description supersedes prior descriptions for the same position. Management reserves the right to add or change duties at any time.