Lead Program Specialist (Hybrid)

Lead Program Specialist

The Community and Government Relations Department is seeking a Lead Program Specialist to support and advance a wide range of housing and community development initiatives. This position plays a key role in coordinating and overseeing programs and special projects from initial planning through full implementation.

Primary responsibilities include assisting in the development of procedures related to housing and community development activities, such as project feasibility assessments, underwriting, financing strategies, program design, and coordination of marketing and outreach efforts. The Lead Program Specialist will also monitor program progress and prepare required reports for funders, elected officials, and internal stakeholders.

In addition, this position is responsible for cultivating and maintaining strong working relationships with community organizations, partner agencies, employees, and city representatives to support effective collaboration and overall program success.

This role requires a proactive, detail-oriented professional who can successfully manage multiple priorities while contributing to the strategic goals of the department.

This is a full-time, exempt, hybrid position. Interviews will take place the week of July 6th, 2026, for those selected to move forward in the hiring process.

Pay & Benefits

• Anoka County Salary Schedule Grade 36: $85,363.20 to $119,496.00 ($41.04 to $57.45 per hour).
• 24 days of paid flexible time off and up to 12.5 paid holidays.
• Comprehensive insurance, including medical, dental, vision, flex benefits and more.
• Medical and dental clinic exclusive to employees, located at the Anoka County Government Center.
• Pension plan and other retirement investment options.
• Advancement/professional development opportunities.

About Anoka County

As the fourth largest county in Minnesota, Anoka County thrives because of the diversity, dedication, determination, and innovation of our employees. United by our mission- Commitment to Excellence: Through collaborative efforts, we seek to improve lives and serve with care, integrity, and professionalism- we offer a wide range of career opportunities for people with a variety of personalities, abilities, knowledge, and life experiences. Together, we work toward a single purpose of serving Anoka County's 369,000 citizens in a respectful, innovative, and fiscally responsible manner. If your career aspirations resonate with our mission, we invite you to Find Your Path with Anoka County!

Commitment to Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employment

Anoka County is committed to the principles of our Affirmative Action Plan and Equal Employment Opportunity. It is the policy of Anoka County to recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job titles, without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, marital status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, physical ability, sexual orientation, or age except where such status is a bona fide occupational qualification. It is the policy of Anoka County to make employment decisions in a manner that will further our Affirmative Action Plan and Equal Employment Opportunity.