What are the responsibilities and job description for the Housing Program Specialist position at City of Sioux Falls, SD?
Salary : $31.54 - $34.35 Hourly
Location : City of Sioux Falls, SD
Job Type : General AFSCME
Job Number : 202500035
Department : Planning & Development Services
Division : Housing
Opening Date : 02 / 11 / 2025
Closing Date : 2 / 25 / 2025 5 : 00 PM Central
Job Summary
Coordinate the development and implementation of Affordable Housing programs and policies, as well as grant / contract program coordination and related compliance reporting in accordance with relevant regulations.
Job Responsibilities
1. Coordinate housing programs and activities compliance and oversight in accordance with state, federal or local requirements.
2. Initiate and prepare agreements, loan applications, underwriting, mortgages, and loan documents as necessary to carry out local programs and activities. Ensure proper documentation in preparation for loan closings and process pay requests, collect supporting receipts, and order payments for financial reimbursement. Complete and close contractual agreements and loans.
3. Complete and maintain project files, file appropriate federal reports, and records as required by HUD, including utilization of the federally mandated software programs required for the proper accountability of the funds on assisted projects.
4. Conduct pre-construction on-site inspections to determine cost estimates and related materials specifications for projects and property improvements. Complete progress inspections on properties to ensure compliance with program rules and federal regulation.
5. Conduct and review initial and progress inspections on properties to ensure compliance with program rules and federal regulations. Ensure projects are meeting stated needs and program criteria.
6. Research, interpret, and apply federal regulations as they apply to assisted projects and activities including, but not limited to, environmental reviews, Davis-Bacon, lead-based paint, and relocation. Ensure federally funded projects are in compliance with federal regulations.
7. Assist in the preparation of comprehensive multi-year plans, annual funding programs, grant applications, technical reports and correspondence to federal and state agencies.
8. Evaluate, develop and provide recommendations on project guidelines, standard operating process, and the application process by which projects will be implemented consistent with all rules and federal regulations.
9. Prepare and present program information to applicants and organizations regarding Affordable Housing programs.
10. Respond to program inquiries. Advise property owners, landlords, contractors, and tenants regarding federal regulations and code requirements.
11. Perform other such duties and functions as are necessary or incidental to the proper performance of this position.
Minimum Qualifications
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a degree in business, public administration, planning, or related field, and two (2) years' experience in community development planning, fiscal management, and construction desirable; or any such combination of education, experience, and training as may be acceptable to the hiring authority.
Must possess or be able to obtain prior to hire a valid driver's license.
Supplemental Information
- Knowledge of accounting methods including cost accounting.
- Ability to research and interpret federal regulations and prepare federal reports applicable to community development and the carrying out of new and existing programs.
- Ability to organize and prioritize work and to manage a large number of cases.
- Knowledge and professional awareness of various codes / regulations, real estate, and other program issues and concerns.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and tactful communication with public and staff.
- Ability to develop and make oral presentations.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office and other business-related computer applications.
- Ability to recognize code deficiencies and prepare bid documents to undertake necessary corrective actions.
- Ability to draft and understand building drawings and specifications.
- Ability to compute building cost estimates and prepare material specifications.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
- Must have mobility and ability to perform job duties at various locations throughout the city on a regular basis.
- Must obtain and maintain certifications necessary for the proper performance of the position, such as asbestos inspector and lead-based paint inspector / risk assessor.
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Salary : $32 - $34
