DOLA - Homeless Program Specialist - (Community & Economic Development III)

Position Overview The Division of Housing (DOH) works with local communities to create housing opportunities for Coloradans. The Homeless Programs Specialist assists with contract management, oversight, and program development under the Homelessness Resolution Program. Responsibilities Contract Management and Monitoring Manage contracts, oversee budgets, review and submit pay requests, develop contract amendments or option letters, and monitor contract performance. Conduct ongoing monitoring of grantees and contracts, using risk‑based decision‑making to determine the amount and type of monitoring. Program Development Develop program guidelines, policies, and materials for new programs. Encourage best practices in housing recovery and homeless services to ensure consistency and efficiency. Communicate guidelines and policies to grantees, contractors, and applicants. Use feedback to adjust policy guidance. Create guidance and processes for data accuracy and to prevent duplication of benefits. Technical Assistance Guide grantees and service providers on technical issues relating to homeless programs for special populations. Quality Control Monitoring Travel for on‑site visits to ensure housing and shelters meet health and safety inspections and HUD housing quality standards. Test files and data tracking, trauma‑informed care, sanitary conditions, and building components. Write monitoring compliance letters based on findings. Other duties as needed. Travel Requirements: occasional statewide travel in state vehicle. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Six (6) years of professional experience working directly with individuals experiencing homelessness or low‑income housing programs. OR a combination of related education and experience equal to six (6) years, e.g.: business, social work, behavioral health, non‑profit management, public policy, political science, housing and human rights, etc. Required Competencies Accessibility‑aware document creation. Interpret federal and state regulations. Provide technical assistance and training to grantees. Attention to detail. Planning and organizational skills. Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word). Problem‑solving skills. Interpersonal skills. Written and oral communication skills. Preferred Qualifications State of Colorado professional experience in housing programs. Experience providing technical assistance related to grants. Experience working with grant‑funded housing or homelessness programs and ensuring compliance. Experience with development, implementation and evaluation of federal and state housing programs. Experience with policy creation and documentation. Experience in compliance monitoring.Experience in contract management and performance evaluation. Experience in budget management. Knowledge of best practices surrounding persons experiencing homelessness. Must be a Colorado resident at the time of application. Valid, unrestricted Colorado driver’s license required. Benefits Medical and Dental Plans. Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement plans including PERA Defined Benefit or Contribution Plans plus pre‑tax and ROTH 401K, and 457 plans. Employee Wellness Programs. Paid Life Insurance. 11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave. Short and Long‑Term Disability Coverage. RTD Eco Pass to all eligible State Employees. Flexible work schedule options and hybrid work options. Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program qualification. Training opportunities. Discounts on services and products through the State of Colorado's Work‑Life Employment Discount Program. EEO Statement The State of Colorado strives to create a Colorado for All by building and maintaining workplaces that value and respect all Coloradans through a commitment to equal opportunity and hiring based on merit and fitness. The Department of Local Affairs is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. All employees and applicants are covered under the Colorado state equal employment opportunity laws. If you have a disability and require a reasonable accommodation, please contact the ADA coordinator as indicated in the announcement. #J-18808-Ljbffr State of Colorado