Details
10/16/2026
Program Manager – Planning/Real Estate
CityWide Development Corp
Salary Range: $70,000 - $90,000
Key Responsibilities
• Planning & Design: Create neighborhood and housing plans that blend community priorities with solid urban design principles.
• Development Process: Guide real estate projects through public hearings, community engagement, and government approvals.
• Community Engagement: Lead workshops, public meetings, and listening sessions to encourage resident participation.
• Project & Data Management: Manage revitalization projects from planning to physical development while using data and GIS to track neighborhood trends.
• Partnership & Collaboration: Partner with private developers, investors, public agencies, and internal teams to advance local projects.
• Financial Oversight: Evaluate project viability by creating simple proformas and identifying community development funding sources.
Required Qualifications
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in urban planning, Community Development, Real estate, Public Administration, or a related field.
• Experience: 5+ years of experience in community development, neighborhood planning, and real estate projects.
• Technical Skills: Ability to read basic architectural site layout plans, working knowledge of GIS, and proficiency in MS Office and Adobe.
• Communication & Engagement: Proven experience working with diverse urban communities, facilitating public presentations, and managing stakeholder negotiations.
• Work Style: Highly organized, collaborative, and resourceful; able to manage multiple deadlines with limited guidance.
• Logistics: Valid Ohio driver’s license, ability to pass a background check, and willingness to work occasional evening or weekend meetings.
Preferred Qualifications (not required)
• American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) credential.
• Housing Development Finance Professional (HDFP) or similar housing credential.
About CityWide
Since 1972, CityWide Development Corporation has served as a not-for-profit organization with a mission to strengthen and grow the greater Dayton region through business lending, development finance, real estate development, and comprehensive community development. Through our deep roots in the community and experienced staff, CityWide leverages funds, relationships, and partnerships to engage in catalytic projects and bring desired services to the Miami Valley.
CityWide’s Community Development Department
Our dynamic team of seven professionals leads neighborhood revitalization across Dayton, Ohio. We use a strengths-based, consensus-organizing approach to unite partners and residents around shared goals for healthier communities.
About the Role
CityWide is seeking a Program Manager focused on planning and real estate development. This position supports place-based community development and revitalization efforts in the greater Dayton region. In this role, you will support the VP and Senior Project Managers on urban planning and real estate development projects that align with local neighborhood priorities.
Application Process
• Please send cover letter and resume to Karen DeMasi, Senior Vice-President of Community Development. KDemasi@citywidedev.com . No phone calls.
• Application period closes Friday, November 6, 2026.
