Community Development Director

Community Development Director

The Seneca County Collaborative is accepting applications for a Community Development Director to lead community development administration throughout Seneca County.

The role focuses on City of Tiffin Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) administration, Seneca County CDBG administration, and Seneca County Land Bank administration.

The Community Development Director reports to the President & CEO and works closely with City and County officials, fiscal staff, the Land Bank Board of Directors, community partners, contractors, and Collaborative team members. The Director is responsible for ensuring assigned community development and Land Bank services are completed accurately, on time, and in accordance with approved grants and service agreements.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead administration of assigned City of Tiffin and Seneca County CDBG awards.
• Coordinate citizen participation, project selection materials, grant applications, implementation, reporting, compliance, and closeout.
• Coordinate environmental reviews, income surveys, procurement documentation, debarment checks, labor standards, Fair Housing requirements, draw requests, grant monitoring, and recordkeeping.
• Serve as Executive Director of the Seneca County Land Reutilization Corporation, also known as the Seneca County Land Bank.
• Manage day-to-day Land Bank administration, Board meetings, financial records, budgets, property activities, grants, reporting, and implementation of Board-approved actions.
• Coordinate property acquisition, maintenance, demolition, rehabilitation, redevelopment, and disposition activities.
• Identify funding opportunities and prepare additional grant and loan applications as assigned.
• Work with local officials and community partners to identify and advance community development priorities.
• Maintain organized tracking of grants, contracts, projects, deadlines, decisions, and follow-up items.
• Coordinate supporting work from team members and approved service providers.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in public administration, community development, communications, nonprofit management, or a related field preferred. An equivalent combination of education, training, and relevant experience will also be considered.
• Demonstrated experience in grant writing, administration, and compliance.
• Familiarity with CDBG administration and other public funding programs strongly preferred.
• Land Bank, property redevelopment, or local government experience is helpful.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to build professional relationships with public officials, board members, businesses, contractors, and community partners.
• Proficiency with Google Workspace and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to independently manage multiple projects, deadlines, partner requests, and reporting requirements.

Position Details

This is a full-time, in-person position based in Tiffin, Ohio. A valid driver’s license and reliable transportation are required. The position includes local travel, project visits, public meetings, and occasional evening and weekend activities.

Compensation & Benefits

Annual salary: $65,000

Benefits include:

• Unlimited paid time off
• Healthcare
• SIMPLE IRA with an employer match
• Paid holidays
• YMCA membership
• Investment in professional and personal development

The Collaborative also provides mileage reimbursement at the standard IRS rate, a cell phone allowance, technology support, branded apparel, relocation assistance, and a supportive, collaborative team environment.

Applications are due Friday, October 23, 2026.

Learn more at OneSeneca.org/CDDirector.

Pay: $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Relocation assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person