Experience Inc. Jobs

About the Department The Department of Commerce aims to make sure Montana is the best place to work, live and play. We work alongside private industry and local organizations to create jobs, grow businesses, develop affordable housing and improve community infrastructure. (You can learn more about ushere.) About this Position Montana Housing strengthens our vibrant communities by supporting access to safe, affordable and sustainable homes for Montanans whose housing needs are not met by the market. Montana Housing assists with buying a home, down payment assistance, mortgage servicing, Reverse Annuity Mortgages, rental housing assistance and multifamily rental development. This position will work as part of a committed and passionate team that manages three programs financed by the US Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) – the Housing Trust fund (HTF), community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and the HOME Investment Partnerships Programs. Responsibilities include: - Coordinate with consultant contracted to complete the Consolidated Plan and Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing (AFFH) Equity Plan - Interpret program policies and requirements to revise guidelines and administration manuals - Interpret program guidelines, state and federal regulations - Report HOME, HTF and CDBG program data in HUD’s IDIS database - As program requirements change, update policies, procedures, manuals, as applicable - Facilitate activities to solicit public and stakeholder input to Montana’s five-year Consolidated Plan and AFFH Equity Plan by communicating with communities, contractors, developers, other Commerce divisions and other state agencies - Assist with reviewing grant applications to include underwriting the financial viability of proposed projects - Report and resolve violations of program requirements - Act as a subject matter expert and oversee submission to HUD of Montana’s Consolidated Plan, Annual Action Plan and Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report to HUD, to include budgeting funds to the HTF, CDBG, and HOME programs based on input from the public and agency staff - Identify process improvements and assist program manager in implementation * Assist program manager by researching impacts to programs resulting from changes or proposed changes to regulations, specifically pertaining to HUD’s NSPIRE inspection protocol and federal Build America Buy America Act requirements This position is open until filled; with first review date of November 1st, 2024. What are we looking for?__ Education and Experience: · A Bachelor’s Degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Finance, Humanities or other related are; and · Two (2) years of job-related experience with housing programs that includes housing development finance, property management, and/or grant management. · Alternate combinations of education and experience will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Competencies: /Knowledge of:/ · Federal grant terminology, regulations, guidelines and procedures · Affordable housing development concepts, program planning, public administration · HUD’s Consolidated Plan and supporting reports · Management and fiscal accountability practices, applicable federal and state financing programs · Applicable state and federal laws, rules and regulations that apply to projects. /Ability to:/ · Plan, coordinate and supervise program activities under general guidance and direction · Analyze and interpret financial information, including grant and loan disbursement amounts, rental property pro forma and homebuyer underwriting · Work under short deadlines with changing priorities · Pay close attention to detail and follow written instructions · Communicate effectively orally and in writing with a variety of individuals and agencies How to apply Apply online by submitting your resume and cover letter. */(Please Note: You do not need to complete the “work experience” or the “education & certifications” portion of the application process in our recruiting system. You only need to upload the requested documentation.)/ / / *Benefits · Lookhereto see the additional benefits! They include: o Work/life Balance o Health Coverage o Retirement plans o Paid Vacation and Sick Leave and Holidays o And more… · Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) –Employmentwith the State of Montana may qualify you to receive student loan forgiveness under the PSLF. Lookhereto learn more and see if you may qualify! * * Other important information to be aware of · This position requires the successful completion of a criminal background check. · Only online applications are accepted. By applying online, you can receive updates and monitor the status of your application.* · If you fail to upload the requested application documents and/or preference documents, we will notify you via email. Failure to upload these documents after notification will result in your application being removed from consideration.* · This position allows for a hybrid work schedule from a remote location within the State of Montana. Weekly travel to Helena offices will be required. Specific conditions will be outlined as part of the job offer and must adhere to state policy. New Employees may be required to complete training in person before hybrid work schedules begin. *Title: *Community Housing Program Specialist Location: Helena Requisition ID: 24142818