Healthy Homes Program Manager

Healthy Homes Program Manager

Job Description

The Healthy Homes Program Manager is responsible for overseeing the 3RPHD Healthy Homes Program, which focuses on improving housing conditions to promote better health outcomes. This role involves program management, contractor coordination, community outreach, workforce development, and compliance with housing health and safety regulations.

The Healthy Homes Program Manager serves as the primary point of contact for all aspects of the Healthy Homes Program. This position ensures that housing health interventions are effectively implemented while managing relationships with contractors, government agencies, and community stakeholders. It also focuses on workforce development by increasing awareness and training opportunities for home health and safety best practices in the region.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Program Administration & Compliance

·      Oversee the Healthy Homes Program and ensure adherence to local, state, and federal housing health and safety regulations.

·      Develop and maintain program policies and procedures to support home health improvement efforts.

·      Track project schedules, expenditures, and compliance with funding requirements.

·      Maintain and update data in electronic and paper-based systems for accurate reporting.

·      Prepare and submit reports to local, state, and federal agencies as required.

Contractor Coordination & Project Oversight

·      Organize and facilitate contractor meetings to ensure competitive bidding for home health remediation work.

·      Develop bid documents and oversee contractor selection for home safety assessments and remediation projects.

·      Manage contracts and agreements related to home health improvement work.

·      Coordinate inspections and quality assurance reviews to ensure work meets professional and regulatory standards.

·      Process payments and invoices for contractors and vendors.

Community Engagement & Outreach

·      Serve as a liaison between property owners, landlords, tenants, and government agencies to facilitate home health improvement projects.

·      Develop and implement community education and outreach initiatives on home health hazards and safety measures.

·      Conduct public presentations and training sessions for community stakeholders, including families and landlords.

Workforce Development & Training

·      Oversee and coordinate training programs for contractors, low-income job seekers, and community organizations on home health safety practices.

·      Work with local training providers and workforce development organizations to expand the pool of home health improvement contractors in the region.

·      Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, and other regulatory requirements related to home health and safety.

Financial Oversight

·      Track grant expenditures and program budget in collaboration with the Healthy Homes Program Financial Manager.

·      Ensure fiscal accountability and compliance with grant funding requirements.

Other Duties

·      Maintain confidentiality of information in accordance with 3RPHD policies.

·      Represent 3RPHD at public meetings, community events, and training sessions.

·      Perform other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Education & Experience (One of the Following):

·      Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Environmental Health, Construction Management, Occupational Health & Safety, or a related field plus two (2) years of full-time project management experience (government or private sector).

·      Associate’s degree in a related field plus three (3) years of project management experience.

·      High School Diploma/GED plus five (5) years of project management experience in the general construction industry or housing programs.

Licenses & Certifications:

·      Valid Class C Driver’s License required.

·      Must obtain Lead Abatement Supervisor Certification and Lead Inspector Risk Assessor Certification within six (6) months of hire.

Preferred Qualifications (Nice-to-Haves)

·      Practical experience in environmental health, housing programs, urban planning, or workforce development.

·      Experience interpreting and applying federal, state, and local regulatory requirements related to home health hazard reduction.

·      Detail-oriented with strong analytical and project management skills.

·      Ability to proactively evaluate regulatory requirements at various government levels.

·      Demonstrated ability to communicate professionally in oral and written formats.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

·      Strong interpersonal communication skills to effectively engage with community leaders, residents, contractors, businesses, and nonprofit/government organizations.

·      Time management and organizational skills, with the ability to work independently and manage multiple projects.

·      Knowledge of home health hazard reduction best practices, risk assessments, and remediation strategies.

·      Familiarity with federally funded grant programs, including regulatory compliance and reporting requirements.

·      Proficiency in Microsoft Office, database management, and financial/project management software (such as Microsoft Project).

·      Ability to interpret and clearly explain regulatory information to diverse audiences.

·      Willingness to work evenings and weekends as needed for community engagement activities.

Physical Demands & Working Conditions

Physical Requirements:

·      Must be able to lift/move up to 20 pounds occasionally and over 10 pounds regularly.

·      Position requires use of ladders, climbing, and movement in confined spaces during home inspections and project oversight.

Work Environment:

·      Work will take place in both office settings and field locations, including:

·      Home health improvement project sites

·      Community outreach events and training meetings

·      Exposure to home health hazards, including lead-based paint and environmental contaminants, is expected.

·      Regular interaction with grant partners, contractors, homeowners, tenants, and other stakeholders.