Neighborhood Project Manager (Resource Center)

Neighborhood Project Manager (Resource Center)

Salary

$60,847.00 Annually

Location

Phoebus Branch Library - 1 South Mallory St., Hampton, VA

Job Type

Full-Time Permanent

Job Number

09417

Department

Office Of Youth and Young Adult Opportunities - Grant Funded

Opening Date

07/08/2026

Closing Date

7/15/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

FLSA

Exempt

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Function

• This position is supported through grant funding. Continued employment is contingent upon the availability of funds.*

The purpose of this class is to conduct research, analyze, and evaluate administrative, operational, and organizational procedures, programs, goals, and objectives to ensure optimal utilization of resources. The role involves managing all aspects of grant programs and office procurement processes, as well as preparing written and oral reports and proposals, and presenting recommendations to diverse audiences. Additionally, the job entails performing a wide range of technical and administrative duties in support of the Citys Violence Prevention Efforts. There may also be a need to support special projects as required. The work is performed under general supervision from designated senior management.

Minimum Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with an Associates Degree or Bachelors Degree (preferred) in Government, Public Administration, Project Management, Business, Accounting, Finance or other related field of study.
• A minimum of three (3) years of experience in preparation of federal, state and private grant proposals and reporting.
• A proven track record of success may be a consideration for this position.
• Requires considerable office management experience, preferably within a municipal government or other service-related organization.
• Requires computer skills that include proficiency in Word, Excel and Power Point.
• Requires effective communication with internal and external customers.
• Requires a good knowledge of financial principles underlying State and City laws and regulations pertaining to municipal government.
• Must be able to perform mathematical computations with speed and accuracy.
• Must successfully pass a background check related to this position prior to any offer of employment or promotion.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and must have and maintain a satisfactory driving record based on the City of Hampton's criteria.

Additional Requirements

• Must possess the ability to make decisions in accordance with established policies and procedures; must be able to coordinate and organize resources in efficient and effective ways to meet goals; must be able to multi-task.
• Requires the ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing.
• Must be detail-oriented, possess good organizational and follow-up skills, and have the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines. Must be able to create and maintain harmonious relationships with diverse populations.
• The incumbent may be considered "essential personnel" during city emergency situations, or at the direction of the City Manager or designee which may include long hours and unusual schedules.

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Benefits Overview

This is a summary of benefits associated with permanent, full-time positions. Benefits associated with other positions can be found with specific job listings. Benefits begin on the 1st of the month following one full calendar month of employment in the following benefit plans:

• Sentara Health Medical Insurance
• OptumRx
• Delta Dental Insurance
• Anthem Blue View Vision
• FSA Reimbursement accounts
• Standard: Accident and Critical Illness
• Trust Mark Universal Life Insurance
• Legal Resources Plan
• Virginia 529
• Mission Square: 457 / Roth IRS / Roth 457 (b) IRA
• Employees begin accruing annual and sick leave immediately.
• Other forms of leave include:
• Maternity Leave
• Parental Bonding Leave
• Care for Sick Parent Leave
• Birthday Leave
• Personal day (available every quarter)

The eleven paid holidays each year include:

• New Years Day

• Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

• Presidents Day

• Memorial Day

• Juneteenth Day

• Independence Day

• Labor Day

• Veterans Day

• Thanksgiving Day

• Christmas Day

• Employees birthday

• A tax deferred retirement plan 457 is offered through the ICMA Retirement Corporation. An after-tax retirement plan, Roth IRA, is offered through the ICMA Retirement Corporation (1-800-669-7400). For more information, see the VRS website.

• Group life insurance is offered through the VRS and the carrier is the Minnesota Life Insurance Company.

Tax deferred retirement plan 457 is offered through the ICMA Retirement Corporation (1-800-669-7400). For more information, see the ICMA-RC website.

• Training and Career Development: The Employee Education Assistance Program (EEAP) encourages employee development through (1) educational programs leading to a degree, (2) skilled craft or trade training leading to a certificate or license and (3) coursework to renew and update skills. Eligibility criteria apply. In addition, the City offers training opportunities in technological, leadership, supervisory, and other areas of government/business knowledge and skill development.

• Medical/Dental and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts are offered on a pre-tax basis in order to reduce the amount of tax the employee pays.

• The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is confidential and personal counseling service for the employee and their immediate family (757-363-6777, 1-800-899-8174 or Sentara EAP website.

• Direct deposit into most banks is a convenient finance feature.

Savings bonds are available to the Citys workforce.

• Employees are covered for Workers Compensation where appropriate.

01

Which of the following options best describes your highest level of education in Government, Public Administration, Project Management, Business, Accounting, Finance or other related field of study.

• High school graduate or GED completed
• Some College
• Associates Degree
• Bachelors Degree or higher
• None of the above

02

Which of the options below best describes your experience in preparation and oversight of federal, state and private grant proposals and reporting?

• No experience
• Less than 1 year of experience
• 1-2 years of experience
• 3-4 years of experience
• 5 or more years of experience

03

Describe your experience overseeing procurement processes and ensuring compliance requirements.

• No experience
• Less than 1 year of experience
• 1-2 years of experience
• 3-4 years of experience
• 5 or more years of experience

04

What is your level of experience coordinating with community-based organizations and government agencies?

• No experience
• 1-3 years
• 4-6 years
• 7+ years

05

Please describe your experience in leading or managing teams for project or program initiatives.

06

What is your experience in providing technical and administrative support for city or community violence prevention programs?

• No experience
• 1-3 years
• 4-6 years
• 7+ years

07

I understand that this position is grant funded, and continued employment is contingent upon the availability of funds through grant funding.

• Yes
• No

08

I understand that I must successfully pass a background check related to this position prior to any offer of employment or promotion.

• Yes
• No

09

This position requires that you possess a valid drivers license and have and maintain a satisfactory driving record based on the City of Hamptons criteria. Failure to provide your drivers license number will prevent us from considering your application. Please confirm your drivers license number by entering it below:

10

I understand that this position may be considered "essential personnel" during city emergency situations, or at the direction of the City Manager or designee which may include long hours and unusual schedules.

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer City of Hampton

Address 22 Lincoln Street

Hampton, Virginia, 23669

Phone (757) 727-6407

Website http://www.hampton.gov/hr