What You'll Be Doing

The Community Development Coordinator, under supervision of the Affordable Housing Development and Lending Manager, supports the Equitable Housing and Community Development team to implement innovative development and preservation programs providing affordable housing across Wake County. This role provides key administrative and compliance support to the division’s multifamily development, preservation and homeownership programs.

The ideal candidate will be a highly-organized, self-motivated project manager who is passionate about providing top quality customer service through effective program administration. They should have a solid baseline understanding of affordable housing and community development with particular experience and knowledge of gap financing loan programs for affordable multifamily rental housing development, as well as be familiar with the multifamily rental development process to include but not limited to reviewing loan documentation and executing loan closings.

Additionally, the candidate should have experience with the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) program, HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME), Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program and other gap financing loan programs to support affordable multifamily rental housing development. The Community Development Coordinator should be a solid collaborator who is comfortable working on a small team where colleagues support each other across programmatic boundaries as needed

Essential Functions:

• Assists the Affordable Housing Development and Lending Manager in administering the Affordable Housing Development Program to provide gap financing to affordable housing development and preservation projects, particularly through managing loan closings and providing administrative support to the request for proposals process
• Coordinates across divisions within the Department to build awareness of pipeline projects, particular for placement of County supportive housing voucher clients
• Monitors development and preservation projects for compliance with local, state, and federal funding requirements, in particular coordinating with other Division staff for on-site file monitoring of properties in the County’s loan portfolio. Responsibilities may also include ensuring compliance with federal regulations such as Davis-Bacon Act, Section 3, Minority and Women-Owned Business, Build America Buy America Act and other cross-cutting regulatory requirements.
• Supports contract and program management for the Affordable Homeownership Program and the Wake Affordable Housing Preservation fund, specifically managing administrator reports and program data and ensuring timely contract and invoice processing
• Manages program data for departmental and US Department of Housing and Urban Development reporting purposes
• Provides general program administration support, including support for policy and procedure management.

About Our Team

Wake County Department of Housing’s goal is to ensure that quality affordable housing is available for all Wake County residents. As the population and economy continue to grow in Wake County, the need for affordable housing development and preservation increases. Not only do more units of affordable housing need to be built, housing services must be provided to support families and individuals to access or maintain safe, decent, affordable housing. Affordable housing is also critical to preserving Wake County’s economic competitiveness by offering housing for workers at all income levels, supporting housing stability and economic opportunity for its residents and furthering Wake County’s commitment to healthy and inclusive growth. The Department’s programs include Community Revitalization, Development Financing, Rental Assistance, Homeless Services, Community Outreach, Emergency Shelter, Veterans Services and Permanent Supportive Housing.

The Basics (Required Education and Experience)

• Bachelor's degree
• Two years of job-related experience
• Equivalent education and experience are accepted

• Please include ALL prior work experience on your application and resume.

Beyond the Basics (Preferred Education and Experience)

• A Bachelor’s degree in public policy/administration, planning, finance, real estate, business or other related field
• Experience in development project management and/or loan administration
• Experience and knowledge of the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit program and HUD entitlement programs including HOME and CDBG
• Excellent communication and project management experience

How Will We Know You're 'The One'?

• Knowledge of appropriate policies and procedures for HUD entitlement program monitoring and completion to include activity set-up, documentation, reporting, timeliness, monitoring and closeouts and may require knowledge of grant and loan administration to include variable payments, amortization schedules, bankruptcy and foreclosure
• Critical problem solving and analytical thinking skills to identify program needs and propose viable solutions
• Demonstrates the ability to successfully participate in a multidisciplinary team with a willingness to examine relevant viewpoints and explore alternative approaches
• Excellent verbal, listening and written communication skills with the ability to negotiate complex affordable housing transactions and facilitate the implementation of new programs
• Ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously, as well as establish and meet deadlines
• Ability to take prompt action to accomplish objectives, achieve goals beyond what is required and be proactive
• Ability to provide excellent customer service in all interactions, , including making decisions

About This Position

Location: WCOB Raleigh, NC 27601

Employment Type: Regular

Work Schedule: Mon - Fri 8:30am - 5:15pm

Hiring Range: 54,769 - 93,110

Market Range: 54,769.00 - 93,110.00

Please include ALL prior work experience on your application and resume.

Posting Closing Date: 7:00 pm on 3/17/2025

What Makes Wake Great

Home to the State Capital, Wake County is one of the fastest growing areas in the nation and the most populous county in the state, with more than 1.1 million residents. The County has received national and international rankings and accolades from publications such as Money, Fortune, and Time magazines as being one of the best places to live, work and play. The central location of the County allows for a short drive to the spectacular mountains or coast. Wake County Government is governed by a seven-member Board of Commissioners, who are elected at-large to serve two-year terms. Wake County Government has a general operating budget of $1.874 billion, employs over 4400 employees, experiences minimal turnover, and is an award-winning leader in wellness and technology initiatives; such as offering employees and covered spouses free access to the Employee Health Center. Wake County Government offers a wide range of training and development opportunities, a stable career in public service with a balance of work and family life, flexible work schedules and a competitive salary and benefits package.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Wake County provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.

Background Check Statement

Position may require a background check that may include: criminal, credit, motor vehicle, education, and sexual offender registry or others based on job requirements. Unless required by state law, a record of conviction will not automatically exclude you from consideration for employment. Wake County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Emergency Service Worker Statement

In the event of an emergency, as determined by the County Manager or designee, participation in preparedness and response operations should be expected. Employee may be required to fill a temporary assignment in a role different from standard duties, work hours and/or work location in preparation for, during and after the emergency. Employee may also be required to participate in relevant exercises and regular preparedness training.

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