Job Summary
This position performs professional planning, administration, and coordination of the Homeless Crisis Response System funded by Clark County.
Qualifications
Education and Experience:
This position requires a Bachelor’s degree in public administration, social work or a closely related field (Master’s degree is highly desirable) and at least two years of experience in public sector contract management especially homeless and housing programs, grant administration, project management or a related field.
The degree must have been conferred by an institution of higher education and have National Recognition of Accrediting Agencies by the U.S. Secretary of Education, and official transcripts will be required at the time of hire.
Key Responsibilities include:
Coordination of services to meet outcomes required by local, state, and federal plans that address homelessness, program development, technical assistance, research and analysis, report writing, and contract management.
This position actively works to improve the effectiveness of the continuum of care by participating in, researching and preparing recommendations to resolve program/project issues.
Monitors and prepares reports to funding agencies on the progress and achieved outcomes of programs. Utilizes data to identify community needs, program efficacy and progress toward key performance measurements. Conducts federal and state contract compliance reviews, requests for application (RFA) processes and ensures contract and systemic requirements and/or incentive opportunities are met.
The position serves as a trainer and technical advisor to housing, and/or homeless program subgrantees, acts as liaison to other agencies concerned with housing and homeless activities, and provides information and assistance to the public.
Position is responsible to work with staff and providers to ensure programs are culturally proficient to meet the needs of a diverse population.
This position reports to the Program Manager of Community, Housing and Development, in the Department of Community Services.
For complete job announcement, application requirements, and to apply on-line, please visit our website at:
https://www.clark.wa.gov/human-resources/explore-careers-clark-county
Salary Grade: M2.816 $5,581.00 - $7,505.00- per month
With its great natural beauty, Clark County, Washington, always has attracted people and businesses. We welcome those who visit and settle here, providing fresh perspectives, growing diversity and vibrant energy.
Our forward-looking community is framed by the scenic Cascade Range to the east and the majestic Columbia River to the south and west. The area is a picturesque place to work, play, and live.
Named for Captain William Clark of Lewis and Clark Expedition fame, our county is one of the fastest growing regions in Washington state and the Portland, Oregon, metropolitan area. Today, more than 467,000 people call Clark County home.
Clark County government works to enhance the quality of life for all of our diverse community by providing services with integrity, openness and accountability. We are one of the county's largest employers, providing a wide range of rewarding careers for about 1,570 people.