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NEOGOV · 16 hours ago

HOUSING PROGRAM SPECIALIST

Maui County (various), HI

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$71K/yr - $75K/yr

NEOGOV is seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented individual to serve as a Housing Program Specialist supporting the Department’s affordable housing and community development objectives through the administration of federally funded housing programs and special initiatives. The role involves program planning, coordination, and administrative duties related to the oversight of these programs.

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Responsibilities

Performs program planning, coordination, and administrative duties related to the implementation and oversight of federally funded housing programs and special initiatives administered by the Federal Housing Programs Division

Responsibilities include coordinating and administering the Department’s funding activities related to congressionally directed spending and other federal initiatives, including budget development, financial monitoring, and award administration; reviewing funding requirements and identifying Department and community needs; developing, submitting, and administering housing project proposals and funding applications; coordinating inter-agency agreements, documentation, and liaison activities with County legislative consultants, congressional staff, federal agencies, and other governmental partners; ensuring compliance with applicable federal, state, and County laws, regulations, and procedures; maintaining official program records and preparing required reports; monitoring program performance and recommending improvements; responding to Fair Housing Act inquiries and complaints and supporting related reporting and training activities; and performing other related duties as assigned

Qualification

Federally funded housing programsGrant requirementsBudgetingReport preparationAnalytical skillsPublic administrationCommunity developmentWritten communicationVerbal communication

Required

A combination of education and experience substantially equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in public administration, planning, housing, social sciences, or a related field

Progressively responsible professional experience in housing, grant, or community development programs

Knowledge of federally funded housing programs, grant requirements, compliance processes, budgeting, and report preparation

Strong analytical, written, and verbal communication skills