Housing Program Specialist (Community Development and Housing)

Housing Program Specialist (Community Development and Housing)Title: Housing Program Specialist (Community Development and Housing)State Role Title: Prog Admin Specialist IHiring Range: $55K to $65KPay Band: 4Agency: Dept of Housing & Cmnty DevelLocation: Main Street CentreJob DutiesDHCD Welcomes Veterans and Veteran Spouses! Join Our Team at the Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development! The Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for individuals and families by promoting affordable and accessible housing options. We strive to empower lower-income households, individuals with special needs, and those facing challenges in mainstream housing market in Virginia through innovative programs and strategic partnerships. This critical position plays a pivotal role in administering the Department of Housing and Community Development's (DHCD) Affordable and Special Needs Housing Program (ASNH), focusing on both the production and preservation of affordable housing. As the Housing Program Specialist, you will oversee the Commonwealth's state and federal affordable housing funds and other fiscal resources, ensuring that our initiatives lead to successful outcomes for those in need. Your responsibilities will include the implementation of these programs in strict alignment with federal, state, and agency regulations, policies, and procedures, maximizing benefits for the Commonwealth. Additionally, you will provide invaluable technical assistance and training to local grantees and prospective applicants, empowering them to access grant funds effectively.Envision yourself:Serving as a key member of the Affordable and Special Needs Housing Program (ASNH) team by actively participating in the competitive application process, including assisting with the development of pre-application materials.Providing technical assistance in preparing Program Agreements to developers to assure they are legally sound and comply with all federal and state program regulatory requirements.Collecting, interpreting, and analyzing data on assigned initiatives; provides actionable recommendations to the Program Manager.Become part of a mission-driven organization where your contributions will help ensure that everyone in Virginia has access to safe and affordable housing. Together, we can create a better future for Virginia's residents! For further information regarding this agency, please visit our official website at: DHCD!Must be able to engage in periodic overnight travel.This position is telework-eligible and adheres to the Commonwealth of Virginia's telework policy 1.61. This position is open until filled. Applications will be screened on a bi-weekly basis. Commonwealth of Virginia benefits/incentives include: Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Tuition Reimbursement Dental/Medical/Vision plans Sick, Family/Personal, Annual, Military, and Community Service Leave Employee Assistance Programs (EAP) Disability Plans (Short and Long Term) Retirement and Savings plans Life and Long-Term Care Insurance Telework Eligible Commonwealth of VA Employees ONLY discountsMinimum QualificationsAnalytical skills such as data and information analysis, problem solving, critical thinking, researching, etc. Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing while building impactful working relationships with diverse populations, team members and stakeholders. Ability to read and interpret specific program regulations and apply them to understand program requirements regarding grant financial administration to successfully monitor grantee activities. Knowledge of business administration financial practices including payment processing, expense reporting and financial account reconciliation. Significant problem-solving skills and capacity to apply problem solving to program specific situations with limited oversight. Experience in managing multiple programs, multiple priorities, and/or project management. Experience in conducting and providing training workshops, making technical presentations, and effectively communicating to facilitate group discussions with diverse populations, team members, and stakeholders. Work experience and proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) to create reports, draft documents and create presentations. Considerable experience using spreadsheets and database programs is required.Additional ConsiderationsKnowledge of grant administration is preferred. Knowledge of federal housing programs and housing development field preferred. Experience in program compliance and monitoring and or program evaluation and implementation preferred. Experience in administering and tracking payments with state and federal grants preferred.Special InstructionsYou will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to "Your Application" in your account to check the status of your application for this position.Application Process: Individuals desiring to be considered for this position must submit a completed employment application or you may attach a resume before the position's closing date. Applications/changes received after the closing date will not be considered. Applications sent through postal mail, email, or fax will not be considered. Applicants are encouraged to be specific regarding job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and abilities. You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to "Your Application" in your account to check the status of your application for this position. Supplemental Questions: You may be required to respond to position-specific questions at the end of this application. This information may help us evaluate your credentials and qualifications for the job. Failure to respond to any questions may disqualify you from further consideration. Background and Reference Checks: Selected applicants are subject to a background investigation and reference checks. Investigations may include fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI); local agency checks; employment verification; verification of education (if required and relevant to employment); credit checks; and other checks based on the position. Lay off Policy 1.3: If you have been impacted by the DHRM Policy 1.3 layoff and have a valid Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Card) or Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Card), it is necessary to submit the card before the closing date for this position. You can include the Card as an attachment with your state application. DHCD Welcomes Veterans and Spouses: We are committed to recruiting, hiring, and retaining qualified Veterans and their spouses. Veterans who are hired into state positions may be eligible to receive additional leave accruals based on their total years of service in the military, National Guard, or Reserve. If applicable, please submit form DD-214 with your state application. Sponsorship: The Commonwealth of Virginia welcomes all applicants authorized to work in the United States. Sponsorship is not provided; therefore, applicants must be a citizen or national of the U.S., a Lawful Permanent Resident, or an alien authorized to work. Reasonable Accommodations: Accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact our Human Resources Department for further assistance. Equal Opportunity Employer: The Department of Housing and Community Development practices fair and equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. It is our policy to prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, political affiliation, genetics, or disability in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce. Qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. It is our goal to foster a culture that demonstrates the principles of civility, diversity, opportunity, and inclusion. Diversity, Opportunity, and Inclusion: DHCD is committed to providing valuable opportunities for a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment where all employees feel supported. DHCD seeks to work with partners, grantees and vendors who demonstrate a commitment to diversity and inclusion as a practice and have a demonstrated record of this commitment. Alternative Hiring Process: In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at View phone number on click.appcast.io. Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.Contact InformationName: Human ResourcesEmail: View email address on click.appcast.io support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at View phone number on click.appcast.io.Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DAR