City and County of San Francisco

Senior Community Development Specialist II (#9775)

$56.10-$68.21 Hourly / $9,724.00-$11,824.00 Monthly / $116,688.00-$141,882.00 Yearly


Definition

Under direction performs difficult and complex program planning, development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation assignments; coordinates monitoring and evaluation work of subordinate personnel; coordinates the development of plans and programs of a major program area in community and/or housing development; conducts and coordinates studies and surveys; reviews more difficult projects to insure compliance with applicable Federal, State and local laws, regulations and procedures; provides technical assistance to project staff and other agencies; and performs related duties as required.

Distinguishing Features

Positions in this class are assigned significant planning, development, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation responsibilities in community and/or housing development programs. This class is distinguished from the 9774 Senior Community Development Specialist I by its major program and/or supervisory responsibilities.

Supervision Exercised

Employees in this class may supervise subordinate personnel.

Examples of Important and Essential Duties

According to Civil Service Commission Rule 109, the duties specified below are representative of the range of duties assigned to this job code/class and are not intended to be an inclusive list.

1. Coordinates the development of a major program area and/or the implementation of project activities with other governmental agencies and concerned private corporations and community organizations; develop effective program design and operating procedures: provide directions to implementing agencies.

2. Coordinates the monitoring activities of projects under a certain program area for contract compliance; directs the establishment of methods for project analysis and preparation of performance reports; directs studies and makes recommendations on program modification and adjustments to assure contract adherence and responsiveness of programs to community needs: reviews, presents and discusses program operational or policy problems with senior and administrative staff.

3. Develops and coordinates preparation of annual work program and operating budgets of nonprofit corporations and City agencies: prepares, reviews and executes contracts and subcontracts for the disbursement of funds; prepares and processes all necessary documents and fiscal payments to the corporations and agencies and provides appropriate fiscal budgetary control.

4. Reviews and recommends physical improvements and construction plans and budgets; meets with agencies, architects and contractors to outline program requirements and procedures and resolve problems; monitors progress of construction and process payments.

5. Reviews proposals for community development funding and/or special project funding and makes recommendations. Gives technical assistance and advice to junior staff in evaluating projects; as assigned, may seek and apply for funds from various governmental agencies to augment established community development funding sources.

6. Develops and implements procedures for assuring the City’s compliance with applicable Federal, State and local laws and regulations.

7. As assigned, attends program or project related meetings when requested and represents the office in explaining and interpreting program policies and objectives and their applicability to the city and various communities.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Thorough knowledge of: the principles, practices, purpose and scope of community development programs; Federal, State and local rules and regulations applicable to such programs.

Abilities and skills to: work with the local governmental structure and neighborhood organizations receiving program funds: plan, organize, initiate, direct and review work of subordinates: apply principles to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions; write clear and concise reports, recommendations and correspondence; deal effectively with representatives of governmental and community organizations; speaking effectively before individuals and groups.

Experience and Training

These minimum qualifications are to be used as a guide for establishing the education, training, experience, special skills and/or license which may be required for employment in the class. Although these minimum qualifications are typical of the class, additional minimum qualifications and special conditions may apply to a particular position and will be stated on the job announcement.

1. Possession of a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university AND four (4) years administrative/professional experience in community development, housing and/or housing development, workforce development, finance, education, social work, children/youth work, or criminal justice; OR

2. Possession of a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university with a major in one of the following fields: public or business administration, urban planning, government, social work, education, finance or criminal justice AND three (3) years of administrative/professional experience in community development, housing and/or housing development, workforce development, finance, education, social work, children/youth work or criminal justice; OR

3. Possession of a Master's degree from an accredited college or university in public policy, planning, social work, public administration, finance, education, criminal justice, or business administration AND two (2) years of administrative/professional experience in community development, housing and/or housing development, workforce development, finance, education, social work, children/youth work, or criminal justice; OR

4. Possession of a Ph.D. or Juris Doctor degree from an accredited college or university AND two (2) years of administrative/professional experience in community development, housing and/or housing development, workforce development, finance, education, social work, children/youth work, or criminal justice.

SUBSTITUTION:

Verifiable administrative/professional experience involving community development, housing and/or housing development, workforce development, finance, education, social work, children/youth work, or criminal justice may substitute for the educational requirement in Minimum Qualification #1 on a year-for-year basis.

License or Certificate

None

Notes

Established: 6/25/1984

Amended: 9/10/2009; 3/6/2013

Disaster Service Workers

All City and County of San Francisco employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the City requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.

CLASS: 9775; EST: 1/1/1900; REV: 3/6/2013;