Trilon Group

Infrastructure consulting for transportation and water

Community Development Specialist

Program ManagementUpdated on Nov 13

Full-timeAlbany, NY, USA$65k - $90k /yrIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Community, Regional or Urban Planning, accounting, public administration, business administration, or a related field is required.
A minimum of three years of experience coordinating grant activities and/or programs, including grant applications, management, and fiscal reporting, is required.
Excellent technical writing and computer skills are required.
Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint is required.
The candidate must be accomplished in managing multiple projects and have excellent presentation, verbal, and written communication skills.
The candidate must be able to prioritize effectively, meet critical deadlines, and handle periods of high stress.

Responsibilities

Research and monitor outside grant opportunities.
Write and develop grant applications.
Communicate identified grant opportunities and key requirements to clients.
Maintain a grant tracking system.
Coordinate with agencies and/or departments regarding grant applications.
Prepare reimbursement documentation.
Study and understand the organization's programs and funding requirements.
Administer grants and loans.
Perform related duties as assigned.

Desired Qualifications

Experience with representative grant programs, including CDBG, USDA, EFC, HOME, LWRP, WQIP, and ESD, is preferred.

Artheon is a trusted engineering and consulting firm offering services that rival large organizations while maintaining the personalized client relationships of a boutique firm. With expertise spanning civil/site engineering, environmental permitting, transportation infrastructure, construction management, and advanced surveying technologies, we are committed to delivering high-quality, timely solutions to local, state, and federal clients.

We are looking to add an experienced Community Development Specialist within the Planning and Community Development Department. This individual will work collaboratively with our team to assist with a wide range of municipal clients. This position is responsible for writing and administering a broad range of grants from local, state and federal funding sources. This individual will have exemplary interpersonal skills and able to manage relationships and deadlines with municipal clients.

Research and surveillance for outside grant opportunities
Technical writing and development of grant applications
Communication of identified grant opportunities and key requirements to clients
Maintenance of a grant tracking system
Coordination with agencies and/or departments regarding grant applications
Preparation of reimbursement documentation
Ability to study and understand programs and funding requirements of the organization
Multitasking, organizational and time management skills
Administration of grant and loans
Performs related duties as assigned

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Community, Regional or Urban Planning, accounting, public administration, business administration, or a related field.
Minimum of three (3) years of experience coordinating grant activities and/or programs including grant applications, management, and fiscal reporting.
Excellent technical writing and computer skills are required.
Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office, Word, Excel and Power Point required.
Must be accomplished in the management of multiple projects with excellent presentation, verbal and written communication skills.
Must be able to prioritize effectively, meet critical deadlines, and handle periods of high stress.
Experience with representative grant programs including: CDBG, USDA, EFC, HOME, LWRP, WQIP, and ESD preferred.

About the Company

Trilon Group

Infrastructure consulting for transportation and water

Trilon Group provides infrastructure consulting in transportation, water, and municipal systems in the Mid-Atlantic region. It works by partnering with local governments, municipalities, and private clients to deliver planning, design support, and project management through fee-based engagements, expanding capabilities through alliances with firms like Rinker Design Associates and Wilson Engineers. The company differentiates itself with a platform-style growth approach backed by private equity and a People First culture focused on talent development. Its goal is to expand service offerings and market presence in the Mid-Atlantic by building scalable partnerships and using capital to support growth.

Company size: 51-200
Company stage: Growth Equity (Non-Venture Capital)
Total funding: $200M
Headquarters: Denver, CO
Founded: 2021

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