Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Location
Pennsylvania | United States
Job description
THE POSITION
Are you someone who enjoys working independently and providing accurate information? The Department of Community and Economic Development is currently seeking an individual to serve as a liaison between the Department and grantees in the areas of Fair Housing and Equal Opportunity (FHEO). In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing the daily administration of federal community development and housing programs, as well as conducting remote monitoring to ensure compliance with FHEO requirements. If you are a dedicated professional who is passionate about public service, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Take the first step and apply today!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
As part of this position, you will be responsible for conducting a minimum of 20 remote monitoring's per year for FHEO, with support from your supervisor when necessary. Additionally, you will be in charge of gathering and maintaining FHEO compliance reports from federal grantees, which will be used for semi-annual or annual reports to Housing and Urban Development (HUD). These reports will be included in various plans and evaluations. Furthermore, you will provide technical support to Community and Housing Development (CHD) members and grantees, which includes developing reports, presentations, correspondence, and reporting documentation. You will also conduct research and review HUD regulations to assist in the development of programmatic policies and procedures. Additionally, you will input information and data into the Integrated Disbursement and Information System when required. You will represent the CHD at partner meetings and coordinate training opportunities with the Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission. Lastly, you will help develop and conduct trainings on relevant topics.
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
- Full-time employment
- Work hours are 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with 30-minute lunch.
- Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) full-time, options will be discussed with the supervisor. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg.
- You will be required to report to Harrisburg a minimum of one-day per month for team collaboration.
- Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
- You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
- A bachelor's degree in business or public administration or a related field; or
- An equivalent combination of experience and training.
Additional Requirements: - You must be willing and able to work in and commute to Harrisburg, Dauphin County, Pennsylvania.
- You must have experience gathering, assembling, and analyzing data.
- You must have experience interpreting and applying complex guidelines.
- You must have experience with project and information management.
- You must be able to communicate verbally and in writing.
- You must be able to interact effectively with staff and the public.
- You must have experience providing technical assistance.
- You must have experience with database management systems.
- You must have experience operating a computer and utilizing software programs.
- You must have experience utilizing standard office equipment.
- You must be able to perform essential job functions.
Preferred Qualifications (not required): - Experience with federal community and housing development programs
- Experience with federal and state fair housing laws and regulations
- Experience with grant administration
- Experience performing analytical work in your current or past positions
How to Apply: - Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
- If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
- Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
- Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
Veterans: - Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to and click the Veterans’ Preference tab or contact us at [email protected].
Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS): - 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.
The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.
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