What are the responsibilities and job description for the Homeless Program Supervisor - Two Opportunities position at Washington County, Oregon?
The Homeless Programs Supervisors contribute to the Department of Housing Service's mission of creating pathways out of homelessness, promoting housing stability, and investing in affordable communities for Washington County and our residents by overseeing implementation of the portfolio of homeless programs provided by our network of contracted community-based organizations, to support individuals and families transitioning out of homelessness.
We encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply for these positions. Generally, the successful candidates in this roles will have:
- Knowledge of local, state, and federal homelessness policies and funding.
- Strong skills in navigating rapid change and ambiguity while leading with stability and organization.
- Five or more years of experience in Homeless Program administration.
- Two or more years of supervisory experience.
The Homeless Services Division works collaboratively across departments, with partner public agencies, and community-based organizations to design, implement, and oversee dynamic services addressing homelessness and creating housing stability across the County. Our expanding programs fund outreach, shelter, housing placement and retention services, along with permanent supportive housing for more than 3,000 people every year. The work is guided by our commitments to advance equity through outcomes and quality of service in this system of care, and our workplaces are committed to fostering a diversity of perspectives and inclusion for all. Join this dynamic workplace and contribute to the health and well-being of your community as an effective steward to support our programs and investments working to end homelessness.
Why Washington County?
Are you interested in challenging, meaningful, and rewarding work? Join Washington County in our commitment to advancing racial equity. Our Board of Commissioners worked closely with various community stakeholders and subject matter experts to develop an Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) Resolution. Adopted in February 2020, this resolution commits to the equitable delivery of Washington County’s services, resources, and opportunities for growth and development to every county resident.
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We are recruiting for two distinct positions at this time, one focused on Housing Solutions and another focused on Community Coordination. Generally, both positions support the following duties:
- Guide implementation of the division's suite of homeless programs that assist individuals and families transitioning out of homelessness using person-centered and trauma-informed approaches, best practices, and an equity focus.
- Work collaboratively with the division's data team, program staff, and community partners to ensure shared focus on system and program level outcomes and goals. Deliver relevant and timely reporting as needed as a function of the position.
- Lead a team of Specialists, Coordinators, and Analysts to monitor utilization and effectiveness of homeless programs.
- Oversee network of contracted providers to ensure contractual compliance and effective delivery of programs.
- Effectively evaluate program performance using data and partner feedback to make recommendations for policy and process improvements to improve participant experience in all aspects of the homelessness response system.
- Oversee project management of all new assigned program launches, significant adjustments, provider network training, and program manual updates.
- Ensure effective communications related to program expectations and performance standards.
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in a health, social service, business, or related field; AND three (3) years of work experience in program administration, development, evaluation, and/or contract administration. OR
- Seven (7) years of work experience in program administration, development, evaluation, and/or contract administration.
- Completion of a criminal history check in accordance with Oregon Administrative Rules.
Washington County is committed to using a Merit-based System in which recruiting, selecting, and advancing employees is based on their relative knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Our Commitment to You: We are committed to using a merit-based system in which recruiting, selecting, and advancing employees is based on their relative knowledge, skills, and abilities. Washington County values a culture of equity, diverse perspectives, and life experiences. Our organization embraces innovation, collaboration and work-life harmony. We offer job stability, a comprehensive benefits package, and an opportunity to serve and support our diverse community. We are an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity and an inclusive workforce. Women, minorities, veterans, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Selection Process:
1. Minimum Qualifications (MQ) Review: Human Resources will screen applications for MQs beginning the week after the posting closes. Additional preferred qualifications screening may be applied depending on the number of applications received. The timeframe to review will be the week of April 6, 2025.
2. Subject Matter Expert (SME) Review: Your resume may be evaluated and scored by a panel of subject matter experts. Your total score for this examination will affect your placement on the eligible list (a list of candidates eligible for interviews). This process will begin the week of April 13, 2025 and may take up to 2 weeks.
3. Panel Interviews: Our goal is to schedule oral panel interviews with candidates that successfully passed the SME evaluation step as soon as possible.
4. Conditional Offer: A successful candidate will be required to successfully clear a third-party background check as a pre-employment condition and Oregon State comprehensive background check as a condition of continuous employment.
Please note: candidates that are successful in the evaluation process may have their applications referred for additional vacancies in the same classification, or job family.
Veterans' Preference:
If you are a veteran and would like to be considered for a Veterans' preference for this recruitment, please review instructions using this link: Veterans' Preference Points.
Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act:
Reasonable accommodation is available to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing this application or participating in the selection process for this recruitment. To obtain confidential assistance please contact Human Resources 503-846-8606, or e-mail at: Careers@washingtoncountyor.govat least 48 hours before any step in the recruitment and selection process for which you feel you need accommodation.
Status of Your Application:
You will be advised by e-mail of your status at each step in the application process, from initial application to final employment disposition. Please note that Washington County communicates with all candidates via e-mail. If you "opt out" or "unsubscribe" of e-mail notification from notices in NEOGOV it will impact our ability to communicate with you about job postings.
Questions (?) Regarding This Recruitment
Gregory Garabedian, Talent Acquisition Business Partner
Gregory_Garabedian@washingtoncountyor.gov
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