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1. Community Development Specialist

Strengthen communities. Secure resources. Create Lasting Impact

📍 Vineland, New Jersey | Hybrid Work Opportunities

💰 Competitive Salary: $65,000 - $85,000 + Comprehensive Benefits

We are seeking a motivated and experienced Community Development Specialist to join our growing team. If you are passionate about community improvement, federal grant programs, strategic planning, and helping local governments achieve their goals, we invite you to explore this exciting opportunity.

This is more than a grant administration or planning position. It is a growth opportunity to work directly with communities, help secure critical resources, and contribute to projects that improve lives and strengthen neighborhoods. If you're ready to make a meaningful difference through community development, we'd love to hear from you.

About the Role

As a Community Development Specialist, you will work directly with municipalities, counties, nonprofit organizations, and community stakeholders to plan, administer, and implement programs that improve neighborhoods, expand opportunities, and strengthen communities.

This position offers the opportunity to work on a wide range of projects involving community development, housing, economic development, revitalization, grant administration, and long-range planning.

Candidates with experience administering federally funded programs are strongly encouraged to apply, particularly those with knowledge of HUD-funded initiatives.

As a Community Development Specialist, you will be responsible for:

• Preparing CDBG/HOME/ESG application documents including the Consolidated Plan, Annual Action Plan, Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing, Environmental Review Records, CAPER and assembling data for CDBG reports and other required documents.
• CDBG/HOME/ESG grant management/administration
• Interaction with public clients, and facilitate public and client meetings as needed
• Assistance with researching potential funding to leverage CDBG funding,
• Strategic planning initiatives,
• Preparation of responses to Requests for Proposals and Qualifications,
• Marketing and business development as needed
• Work independently with diverse clients, programs and projects.
• Excellent verbal, written and presentation skills
• Desire to expand knowledge base

The successful candidate should possess a bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university and have a thorough knowledge of community development, and the workings of government at the local, state, and federal levels. Education requirement can be waived for a candidate with extensive CDBG experience. Working knowledge of GIS, mapping, and computer graphics is also a plus.

NOTE: Duties outlined above are solely for illustrative purposes. A particular position in the firm may require an employee to perform additional duties and responsibilities not outlined above.

The company offers a competitive health and dental plan, vacation, 401K, profit sharing and other benefits that will be reviewed with candidates who are invited for an interview. Triad Associates is an Equal Opportunity Employer, EOE.

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, and references to: Noemi Mazza, HR Manager nmazza@triadincorporated.com

2. Affordable Housing Team Manager

Lead Housing Solutions. Build Stronger Communities. Make Lasting Impact.

📍 Vineland, New Jersey | Hybrid Work Opportunities

💰 Competitive Salary: $80,000 – $100,000 + Comprehensive Benefits

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Affordable Housing Team Manager to lead our Housing Division and help shape the future of affordable housing throughout New Jersey. If you are a strategic leader, affordable housing expert, and relationship builder who thrives on making a meaningful difference, we invite you to join our team.

This is more than a management position. It is an opportunity to lead impactful housing initiatives, mentor a talented team, and help ensure that affordable housing opportunities remain available for generations to come. Join Triad Associates and help build stronger communities through innovative housing solutions.

About the Role

Reporting directly to the President and Chief Operating Officer, the Affordable Housing Team Manager serves as the leader of Triad's Housing Division.

Triad currently serves as the Administrative Agent for approximately 60 municipalities and housing developers throughout New Jersey, ensuring affordable housing units developed under the New Jersey Mount Laurel Doctrine remain compliant with state regulations and affordability requirements.

In this leadership position, you will oversee housing programs, guide staff development, strengthen client relationships, and advance the strategic growth of the Housing Division.

As an Affordable Housing Team Manager, you will be responsible for:

• Direct the development and operation of the Housing Team, formulating and administering all major policies approved by the Management
• Serve as the chief spokesperson for the Housing Division with municipal, county, state representatives, non-profit organizations, and other agencies.
• Promote the housing programs goals and objectives to municipalities, planners, solicitors, and other organizations.
• Oversee the training programs for the Affordable Housing Administration and certification process
• Acts as the Administrative Agent to those municipalities contracted with Triad to administer the sales and re-sales of their affordable units.
• Work directly with Planners, Solicitors, Business Administrators, and Developers to provide technical assistance and reporting.
• Oversee and assist with the administration of income-restricted units for its municipal contracts and members.
• Assist management with employment activities, including hiring, supervision, training and development, and appraisal, including administrative oversight of the Housing Team
• Foster the creation of Partnerships, including non-profit organizations, municipalities, developers and for-profit entities.
• Knowledge of affordable housing and other planning issues
• Strong computer skills including database creation and management, Excel – Neighborly is a plus
• Comprehensive understanding of affordable housing qualifications, issues and guidelines
• Strong interpersonal relationship building and team building skills

The successful candidate should possess experience managing and building a staff, strong leadership skills, and exceptional attention to detail. They should have a demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with management to further the company’s mission and a strong capacity to organize and manage complex organizational finances, including reporting and funding restrictions such as subsidy layering reviews and Section 108 loans. The candidate should also have five or more years of senior leadership experience. A bachelor’s degree is required, and a master’s degree is preferred.

NOTE: Duties outlined above are solely for illustrative purposes. A particular position in the firm may require an employee to perform additional duties and responsibilities not outlined above.

The company offers a competitive health and dental plan, vacation, 401K, profit sharing and other benefits that will be reviewed with candidates who are invited for an interview. Triad Associates is an Equal Opportunity Employer, EOE.

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, and references to: Noemi Mazza, HR Manager nmazza@triadincorporated.com

3. Community & Economic Development Strategist/Planner

 Shape the future of communities. Drive economic growth. Make a meaningful difference.

📍 Vineland, New Jersey | Full-Time or Part-Time | Hybrid Work Opportunities Competitive Salary: $85,000 – $115,000 + Comprehensive Benefits

💰 We are seeking an experienced and motivated Community & Economic Development Strategist / Planner to help communities identify opportunities, solve challenges, and build a stronger future.

At Triad Associates, your work directly influences the future of communities. You will join a passionate team of planners, community development professionals, housing specialists, and economic development experts who are committed to creating meaningful change through thoughtful planning and strategic implementation.

This is more than a planning position. It is an opportunity to shape the future of neighborhoods, downtowns, businesses, and communities throughout New Jersey and the region. If you are passionate about planning, revitalization, economic development, and community engagement, we invite you to join our team.

About the Role

As a Community & Economic Development Strategist / Planner, you will work with municipalities, community organizations, businesses, and stakeholders to develop innovative strategies that support growth, revitalization, and long-term sustainability.

You will contribute to a diverse portfolio of planning, economic development, and redevelopment initiatives that help communities move from vision to implementation.

While experience in all focus areas is not required, candidates should bring expertise and enthusiasm for community transformation and strategic planning.

As a Community & Economic Development Strategist/Planner, you will contribute to the following areas. While prior experience is preferred, it is not required in each of the following areas:

• Market Assessments/Market Feasibility Studies
• Community Needs Assessment and Analysis
• Community Facility Development/Redevelopment
• Community and Stakeholder Outreach
• Demographic and Socio-Economic Analysis
• Economic Impact Studies
• Implementation Strategies
• SWOT Analysis
• Neighborhood and Business Surveys
• Revitalization Strategies
• Workforce Development
• Downtown Revitalization Plans

The successful candidate will demonstrate experience supporting economic development programs and redevelopment activities, including business retention and expansion efforts and the development of strategic growth plans. They will possess excellent analytical, interpersonal, writing, and verbal communication skills along with experience supporting economic development and redevelopment activities. The ability to work independently and collaboratively, manage multiple priorities, and represent the company in meetings and presentations with public and private stakeholders is essential. Travel throughout the tri-state area may be required.

Candidates with a background in city or community planning, implementation experience in planning and redevelopment initiatives, and experience facilitating charrettes and community visioning processes are strongly encouraged to apply. A bachelor’s degree in planning, community development, or a related field and at least five years of experience in economic development, neighborhood planning, redevelopment, affordable housing, or related planning initiatives. A master’s degree, New Jersey Professional Planner license, and/or AICP Certification are preferred. Experience with implementation, community visioning, and charrette facilitation is a plus.

NOTE: Duties outlined above are solely for illustrative purposes. A particular position in the firm may require an employee to perform additional duties and responsibilities not outlined above.

The company offers a competitive health and dental plan, vacation, 401K, profit sharing and other benefits that will be reviewed with candidates who are invited for an interview. Triad Associates is an Equal Opportunity Employer, EOE.

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, references to: Noemi Mazza, HR Manager nmazza@triadincorporated.com