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FOOD BANK OF THE RIO GRANDE VALLEY, INC. FULL TIME EQUIVALENT: 1.0
JOB DESCRIPTION
POSITION TITLE: Community Development Grant Specialist
ACCOUNTABLE TO: Senior Manager of Programs & Equity
GENERAL DESCRIPTION: The CDG Specialist responsibilities include all activities involving certification of participants and coordination of volunteers for the Community Development Block Grant program. CDG Specialist coordinates the distribution and certification of the application process. Works jointly with other CDBG agencies to assure that compliance with HUD guidelines of the CDBG and Food Bank RGV policies and procedures are maintained.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Maintains programs and compliance with contract requirements
Monitors all agencies including volunteers and staff at all food program sites.
Knowledge and interpretation of federal regulations for CDBG programs
Development, maintain and the addition of new agencies
Conducts yearly training for CDBG agencies in all rules, procedures pertaining to the Food Bank RGV, Feeding America, and USDA
Will work jointly with the CDBG sites to distribute food bags to eligible recipients at distribution sites.
Represents program at community functions and other meetings as needed.
Provides information by answering questions and requests
Collects monthly agency invoices from all agencies by the 5th day of the month
Compiles monthly CDBG reports and submit for reimbursement by the 15th day of the month
Prepares report for Senior Manager of Programs & Equity on the 5th day of the month indicating number of sites, families, adults and children
Makes referrals when needed
Maintains CDBG documents by filing in appropriate file folders
Maintains operations by following policies and procedures
Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed
Evaluates existing procedures & recommends improvements to the Senior Manager of Programs & Equity
Performs additional duties as assigned by the Senior Manager of Programs & Equity
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and levels of work to be performed and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Honesty, integrity and commitment to fighting hunger in the Rio Grande Valley.
Must have clear understanding of and ability to articulate the mission of FBRGV.
High School Diploma or equivalent.
Personal experience in community service and an understanding of the role volunteerism
Computer knowledge or data entry experience required
Ability to politely be firm and decisive. Good judgment and discretion
Ability to work cooperatively with other staff, volunteers, and agency personnel
Ability to manage time efficiently and to work independently with minimum supervision
Orientation to detail, accuracy and the meeting of deadlines
Ability to present a professional demeanor under a variety of conditions
Proficient in English and Spanish
Possession of current Texas Class C driver’s license and access to a personal vehicle. Must have a clean driving record for at least three years prior to employment
Reliable transportation
The Food Bank of the Rio Grande Valley, Inc. provides equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, political belief, age or disability. The Food Bank RGV conforms to all applicable federal and state laws, rules, guidelines and regulations and provides equal employment opportunity in all employment and employee relations.
The Food Bank RGV assures that all applicants for employment and all Food Bank RGV employees are given equal consideration based solely on job-related factors, such as qualifications, experience, performance and availability. Such equal consideration applies to all personnel actions, including but not limited to recruitment, selection, appointment, job assignment, training, transfer, promotion, merit increases, demotion, termination, pay rates and fringe benefits. The Food Bank RGV reviews, evaluates and monitors all personnel matters to ensure that they are in accordance with this policy.
The Food Bank RGV takes seriously and will investigate promptly and thoroughly all charges of alleged discrimination in employment, and inform the Food Bank RGV employees of their rights in regard to equal employment.
The Food Bank RGV requires its personnel to act in conformity with the principles outlined in this statement through strict adherence to the above statements and recognizes that the effective application of equal opportunity in employment must involve more than a non-discriminatory statement. The Food Bank RGV recruits, hires, trains and promotes into all job levels the most qualified persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political belief, age or disability status. The Food Bank RGV takes positive steps to eliminate any discrimination from its personnel practices, and creates an environment that encourages equal opportunity for all of its employees.
The Food Bank RGV distributes information regarding equal employment opportunity through the employee handbook and various publications. Equal Employment Opportunity related complaints may be made to your supervisor or Department Director.
