What are the responsibilities and job description for the General Assistance Housing Support Specialist (Program Analyst 2) position at Department of Human Services?
Initial Posting Date:
02/04/2025
Application Deadline:
02/18/2025
Agency:
Department of Human Services
Salary Range:
$5,325 - $8,148
Position Type:
Employee
Position Title:
General Assistance Housing Support Specialist (Program Analyst 2)
Job Description:
The
Oregon Department of Human Services
is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are guided by our Equity North Star
and our vision for a positive RiSE organizational culture
that advances equity and diversity. We encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQIA2S community members, and others to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.
Opportunity awaits! Discover the power of teamwork as a program analyst, where your analytical skills meet collaborative innovation to drive impactful solutions.
We are hiring a General Assistance Housing Support Specialist (Program Analyst 2) to join our Collaborative Disability Determination Unit (CDDU). In this position, you will identify statewide housing resources and assisting General Assistance (GA) consumers in making connections with local partners and resources, including local Community Action Agencies' case management staff. Apply today!
Summary of Duties
As a General Assistance Housing Support Specialist, you will:
- Act as a liaison between Collaborative Disability Determination Unit (CDDU), General Assistance (GA) Consumers, local Community Action Partnership (CAP) agencies, and Coordinated Care Organizations (CCO’s), making connections with local partners and resources, and helping consumers connect with CAP case management services and actively generating housing options for GA Consumers.
- Be a “change agent” internally and externally when circumstances warrant.
- Identify systemic barriers to obtaining housing and facilitate discussions amongst stakeholders to increase housing options for GA consumers.
- Identify opportunities for state and local collaboration and recommend system improvements.
- Provide regular written and oral information and reports to CDDU leadership.
- Use information gathered through collaboration with local agencies, analyze GA policy and practices to identify barriers and fill gaps in service delivery.
- Develop written proposals for possible innovations towards defined and specific outcomes.
- Stay current on state policy priorities that relate to housing.
- Identify opportunities for state and local collaboration and recommend system improvements.
Minimum Qualifications
A valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record are required for this position or you must have an appropriate form of transportation.
A Bachelor's Degree in Business or Public Administration, Behavioral or Social Sciences, or a degree related to the agency program that demonstrates the capacity for the knowledge and skills; and two years experience coordinating or administering a program.
OR
Any combination of experience or education equivalent to five years of experience that typically supports the knowledge and skill requirements listed for the classification.
Essential Attributes
We are looking for candidates with:
- Experience with State and Federal housing programs.
- Experience working with people who have disabilities.
- Experience working with confidential and sensitive information.
- Experience interviewing people to obtain information for social service programs.
Attention all candidates! A cover letter is required. Clearly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications and essential attributes in your application materials. Your application materials will determine if you are selected to move forward in the selection process. Please include detailed work and education history.
Working Conditions
- Hybrid work option. You will be required to work in the office two days a week and occasionally travel throughout the community to give presentations for business needs.
- This position requires occasional overnight travel on official State business.
- Special assignments and time sensitive projects may require working extended hours and occasional weekend work.
- This position is fast paced with a high volume of public contact. It requires detailed case record notation using computer technology, and analytical skills.
- You will interact with a wide range of people including some who have experienced trauma and may exhibit challenges in controlling their emotions.
Background Checks and Requirements
- If selected as a finalist, we will conduct a criminal history and background check. Adverse criminal history or background check may lead to disqualification.Additional background check information.
- The Oregon Department of Human Services does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security’s I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States. ODHS will use E-Verify to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.
Benefits
- ODHS Employee Resource Groupcommunities that promote shared learning.
- Cost of Living Adjustments.
- Annual salary increases (until you reach the top of the listed salary range).
- Amazingbenefits package.
- Possible eligibility for thePublic Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
Employment Preference
Veterans’ preference:
- Veterans’ preference information.
- How to submit your Veteran documents for preference. Please do not attach your Veterans’ preference documentation in the Resume/CV field of your application.
General Information
- This is a permanent, full-time position and is represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU).
- This recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies in the same classification.
- The use of outside resources such as Artificial Intelligence software during applicant skill assessments, examinations, and/or interviews is prohibited unless otherwise stated by the hiring agency. Unauthorized use of outside resources during the hiring process will result in disqualification.
Contact Information
We invite you to contact the recruiter for accommodation requests under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), application questions or job-specific questions.
- The recruiter for this position is Marina Nieblas.
- Email: Marina.Nieblas@odhs.oregon.gov
- Phone (call or text): 503-507-5766
