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Position Overview:

The Community Development Specialist supports the mission of SCTDD by assisting local governments in identifying, developing, funding, and implementing community and economic development initiatives. This position plays a key role in coordinating grant programs and promoting projects that enhance regional growth, infrastructure, and quality of life across Southern Middle Tennessee.

Required Knowledge:

• Strong project management, analytical, and organizational skills
• Ability to administer grants in accordance with state and federal regulations
• Ability to interpret state and federal programs and make explanations to local officials, community partners, and the board
• Ability to write and prepare grant applications, community studies, and other documents in accordance with local, state, and federal guidelines
• Ability to make public presentations and to express ideas clearly, concisely and convincingly
• Knowledge of sources of information and statistical analysis techniques
• Experience with federal and state funding programs such as CDBG, EDA, ARC, etc.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Ability to travel within the district

Pay Range:

$45,000 – $55,000

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Definition:

Staff members in this class are under the general supervision of the Executive Director and the Director of Aging and Disability and the specific supervision of the SHIP Coordinator.  The SHIP Volunteer Coordinator is primarily responsible for coordinating all of the volunteer program activities of the SHIP and SMP: Empowering Seniors to Prevent Medicare Fraud program.

Equipment/Work Environment:

The employee will operate a computer, calculator, fax and copy machines, and other modern office equipment.  The employee typically works indoors in an office environment and may sit or stand for long periods of time. The employee may be required to lift objects such as journals and reports up to 25 pounds.  The employee may be exposed to noise and foul odors.

Examples of Work Performed:

• Serve as primary contact for volunteers of the SHIP and SMP programs in the South Central District.
• Recruit, train, retain and recognize volunteers for the SHIP and SMP programs.
• Coordinate with civic organizations, non-profit agencies, senior centers, churches, etc. through phone calls, letters and presentations in order to promote volunteering.
• Maintain volunteer reporting system and prepare reports, as required.
• Plan and participate in events to inform the public about Medicare information, health benefits, consumer rights and protections.
• Provide education to ensure that Medicare beneficiaries and their caregivers are able to make informed health coverage decisions and understand related rights and protections.
• Complete required initial training sessions for new SHIP and SMP counselors and attend any continuing education training offered annually.
• Provide quarterly training sessions for SHIP and SMP volunteers.
• Participate in staff meetings, training conferences and conference calls, as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge and Abilities: 

• Knowledge of special needs of the elderly and persons with disabilities and the functions of various agencies that serve them.
• Knowledge of federal/state guidelines governing Medicare and Medicaid, as well as supplemental insurance policies.
• Ability to exercise good phone etiquette.
• Experience in public speaking.
• Must enjoy working with and interacting with people.
• Knowledge of ability to operate office equipment and computer software systems, and communicate electronically through email and internet.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, to express ideas clearly, concisely and convincingly.
• Ability to evaluate situations and make decisions.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with public and private agencies, as well as other AAAD staff.
• Knowledge of basic administrative and business management procedures.

Qualifications: 

High School Diploma or equivalent is required.  Must be able to pass a criminal background check.  Must provide valid Tennessee Driver’s License and proof of vehicle insurance with at least $250,000 limit of liability coverage.

TO APPLY:

Interested applicants may contact our HR Coordinator via phone or email:

Christa Sinyard

HR/Benefits Coordinator
931-379-2902
Email Christa Sinyard