What are the responsibilities and job description for the Supportive Housing Officer / Housing Development Officer Senior position at State of Minnesota?
Working Title: Supportive Housing Officer
Job Class: Housing Development Officer Senior
Agency: Housing Finance Agency
At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.
Minnesota Housing is hiring! We’re a mission-focused financial institution looking for a Supportive Housing Officer to join our Housing Stability team. This position will coordinate and lead the post-selection planning work for developments that Minnesota Housing finances that include supportive housing units, managing team assignments and providing oversight and support to team members in post-selection work. This position will participate in the annual Multifamily Consolidated Request for Proposals (RFP) process and be a lead in the scoring review process for supportive housing. The Supportive Housing Officer will work collaboratively with internal teams including underwriting, asset management, compliance, and closing, as well as with external partners such as owners, developers, service providers, property management, County Human Services, Continuum of Care and Department of Human Services partners to develop supportive housing in Minnesota.
Essential Job Duties
To be qualified for and considered for this position, applicants must meet all of the minimum qualifications listed below. Ensure that your resume contains descriptions of your work experiences sufficient for comparison against the requirements stated below and indicate the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.
Only applicants whose resumes clearly demonstrate fulfillment of each of these minimum qualifications will be considered for this position.
Requires moving office items such as file folders and small office tools.
Additional Requirements
This position requires successful completion of the following:
Select “Apply for Job” at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the Careers Help Desk at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us. For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers.
Contact
If you have questions about this position, contact Human Resources at minnesota.housing.human.resources@state.mn.us .
To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID 85700, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Human Resources at minnesota.housing.human.resources@state.mn.us.
About Housing Finance Agency
At Minnesota Housing, we know that affordable housing is an essential part of Minnesota’s infrastructure. When you work here, you’re helping to build stronger communities. We have a national reputation as one of the finest housing finance agencies in the country.
Working together to improve the state we love.
What do Minnesota's State employees have in common?
As an employee, you'll have access to one of the most affordable health insurance plans in Minnesota, along with other benefits to help you and your family be well.
Your benefits may include:
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERS
Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. State agencies are committed to creating a workforce that reflects the diversity of the state and strongly encourages persons of color and Indigenous communities, members of the LGBTQIA2S community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve Minnesotans.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and disabilities related to pregnancy or childbirth), gender identity, gender expression, marital status, familial status, age, sexual orientation, status regarding public assistance, disability, veteran status or activity in a local Human Rights Commission or any other characteristic protected by law.
Applicants With Disabilities
Minnesota state agencies make reasonable accommodations to their employees and applicants with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance in searching or applying for jobs with the State of Minnesota, call the Careers Help Desk at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us and let us know the support you need.
Job Class: Housing Development Officer Senior
Agency: Housing Finance Agency
- Job ID: 85700
- Location: St. Paul
- Telework Eligible: Eligible to telework up to 50% of work days per month. Teleworker must live in Minnesota or a county that borders Minnesota
- Full/Part Time: Full-Time
- Regular/Temporary: Unlimited
- Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
- Date Posted: 04/21/2025
- Closing Date: 05/05/2025
- Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Housing Finance Agency
- Division/Unit: Supportive Housing
- Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift
- Days of Work: Monday - Friday
- Travel Required: No
- Salary Range: $30.80 - $45.47 / hourly; $64,310 - $94,941 / annually
- Classified Status: Classified
- Bargaining Unit/Union: 214 - MAPE
- FLSA Status: Nonexempt
- Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes
At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.
Minnesota Housing is hiring! We’re a mission-focused financial institution looking for a Supportive Housing Officer to join our Housing Stability team. This position will coordinate and lead the post-selection planning work for developments that Minnesota Housing finances that include supportive housing units, managing team assignments and providing oversight and support to team members in post-selection work. This position will participate in the annual Multifamily Consolidated Request for Proposals (RFP) process and be a lead in the scoring review process for supportive housing. The Supportive Housing Officer will work collaboratively with internal teams including underwriting, asset management, compliance, and closing, as well as with external partners such as owners, developers, service providers, property management, County Human Services, Continuum of Care and Department of Human Services partners to develop supportive housing in Minnesota.
Essential Job Duties
- Lead post-selection planning work for projects with supportive housing, developing processes, providing oversight to team members, and continuous evaluation to ensure development of supportive housing is successful, impactful and done in collaboration with internal and external partners, such as developers, management agents, service providers, Continuums of Care, Counties, Tribal Nations, Department of Human Services, etc.
- Manage projects with supportive housing through post-selection phase to lease up, including finalizing resources, referral and services plan, reviewing underwriting for supportive housing units, finalizing due diligence materials to ensure supportive housing units are operationally viable and reach intended populations.
- Lead support in the annual Multifamily Request for Proposals (RFP) review process and in the Qualified Allocation Plan (QAP) process for supportive housing, including making RFP scoring assignments, communicating internally on process and timeline, taking part in cross-divisional meetings and discussions, and participating in document and policy revision.
- Actively participate in supportive housing policy and continuous improvement work through verbal and written communications and presentations with both internal and external stakeholders to advance Minnesota Housing’s efforts to meet evolving supportive housing needs.
- Responsible for Homeless Management Information System (HMIS) coordination, including tracking reporting requirements, provider report submission, communication and follow up with providers, data analysis and review in collaboration with Institute for Community Alliances (ICA), supportive housing team, internal administrative staff and data analyst.
- Complete Supportive Housing Officer duties including administrative tasks, technical assistance and participation in annual Multifamily RFP to support the overall functioning of the supportive housing team
- Perform other duties as assigned.
To be qualified for and considered for this position, applicants must meet all of the minimum qualifications listed below. Ensure that your resume contains descriptions of your work experiences sufficient for comparison against the requirements stated below and indicate the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.
Only applicants whose resumes clearly demonstrate fulfillment of each of these minimum qualifications will be considered for this position.
- Three (3) years of experience in operations of supportive housing, including as service provider or property management, or funding supportive housing activities.
- A Bachelor’s degree in community planning, public policy, sociology, social work, housing policy, psychology, public health, urban planning, real estate, community development, public administration, or urban studies may substitute for 12 months of experience – or – a Master’s degree in the listed fields may substitute for 18 months of experience
- Knowledge of supportive housing industry best practices.
- Knowledge of, or experience with the various supportive housing operating and services needs, costs and funding resources, including but not limited to: Housing Support, state homeless grant programs, HUD Continuum of Care resources, Medicaid billable services such as Housing Stabilization Services, ARMHS, TCM, etc.
- Demonstrated attention to detail and ability to manage a high volume of long-term projects in various stages.
- Experience working with Microsoft Office Suite that includes but is not limited to: Word, Excel, PowerPoint and OneNote
- Demonstrated communication skills, including ability to comprehend and communicate complex information in plain language.
- Cultural competency as demonstrated by skills for communication and interaction across cultures and awareness of one’s own world view and that different world views exist
- Knowledge or experience with underwriting process for supportive or affordable housing developments
- Knowledge of or experience with capital resources used in affordable and supportive housing projects, such as Housing Infrastructure Bonds, Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC)
- Experience facilitating discussions and negotiations across partners with varied perspectives
- Knowledge of federal and state statutes, policies and requirements related to supportive housing
- Experience building positive working relationships with a variety of organizations and staff, often without positional authority
Requires moving office items such as file folders and small office tools.
Additional Requirements
This position requires successful completion of the following:
- Reference Checks.
- Job related background checks.
- Conflict of Interest Disclosure.
Select “Apply for Job” at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the Careers Help Desk at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us. For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers.
Contact
If you have questions about this position, contact Human Resources at minnesota.housing.human.resources@state.mn.us .
To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID 85700, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Human Resources at minnesota.housing.human.resources@state.mn.us.
About Housing Finance Agency
At Minnesota Housing, we know that affordable housing is an essential part of Minnesota’s infrastructure. When you work here, you’re helping to build stronger communities. We have a national reputation as one of the finest housing finance agencies in the country.
Working together to improve the state we love.
What do Minnesota's State employees have in common?
- A sense of purpose in their work
- Connection with their coworkers and communities
- Opportunities for personal and professional growth
As an employee, you'll have access to one of the most affordable health insurance plans in Minnesota, along with other benefits to help you and your family be well.
Your benefits may include:
- Paid vacation and sick leave
- 12 paid holidays each year
- Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
- Fertility care, including IVF
- Diabetes care
- Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children
- 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
- Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)
- Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury
- Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
- Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being
- Training, classes, and professional development
- Student Loan Reimbursement (pilot program)
- Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.gov)
- A voluntary confidential program that helps employees and their families with life challenges that may impact overall health, personal well-being, or job performance
- Common sources of stress can be addressed through the EAP: mental health, relationship challenges (personal and work), grief and loss, finances, and legal issues
- Daily Living/Convenience Services: Chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERS
Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. State agencies are committed to creating a workforce that reflects the diversity of the state and strongly encourages persons of color and Indigenous communities, members of the LGBTQIA2S community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve Minnesotans.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and disabilities related to pregnancy or childbirth), gender identity, gender expression, marital status, familial status, age, sexual orientation, status regarding public assistance, disability, veteran status or activity in a local Human Rights Commission or any other characteristic protected by law.
Applicants With Disabilities
Minnesota state agencies make reasonable accommodations to their employees and applicants with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance in searching or applying for jobs with the State of Minnesota, call the Careers Help Desk at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us and let us know the support you need.
Salary : $64,310 - $94,941
