Make a difference and join the DCA Team!  DCA gives employees more to do than merely make a living.  We are serious about helping Georgia's families live more abundantly with a greater sense of hope and achievement.  If public service, a great environment, and the desire to enrich the lives of others motivate you to do your best work, you should consider joining the DCA Team.   

OUR MISSION

To help build strong, vibrant communities.

OUR VISION

For Georgians of today and tomorrow to have the opportunity to live and work in thriving communities.

OUR CULTURE

We are a diverse team of highly competent and committed professionals who strive to help people and communities thrive through technical expertise, innovative thinking, and a passion for making a difference.  Team members are at their best when collaborating and supporting each other as they perform challenging and dynamic work

General Description

The Georgia Department of Community Affairs (DCA) is a state organization dedicated to partnering with communities to help create a climate of success for Georgia's families and businesses. DCA offers a fast-paced, challenging, and dynamic environment that requires attention to detail, pride in quality of work, and the ability to work as a versatile team player. 

The Office of Housing Finance (OHF) allocates tax credits to fund a wide range of affordable housing activities including building, buying, and/or rehabilitating affordable housing for rent.

Overview of Job:

The Allocation Manager will primarily be responsible for managing the administration of the annual competitive application funding cycles for the 4% and 9% Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) programs. The Allocation Team coordinates with senior management and other Housing Finance and Development Division (HFDD) staff reviewing 140+ applications for funding annually across  over 50 sets of criteria (sections), as defined in the Qualified Allocation Plan (QAP). The Allocation Manager will manage, work with, and delegate to, a team of Allocation Analysts and a Relocation Specialist to facilitate the timely review of applications for funding, ensure quality control, process applicant correspondence, and conduct funding cycle analysis to inform planning and process improvements.

The Allocation Manager’s primary focus is planning and oversight of the review process to ensure the integrity of review and adherence to timelines, and management of a large team of analysts.

Overview of Allocation Team responsibilities:

Funding cycle administration:

• Develop timelines and prepare materials for each funding round
• Assign QAP sections to review teams and identify review team leads, including both Allocation Team staff and other Housing Finance and Development Division (HFDD) staff
• Coordinate with review team leads to ensure adequate progress to maintain timelines
• Conduct application intake and applicant correspondence
• Maintain DCA staff application review manual
• Application review:
• Allocation Analysts are responsible for leading a team of DCA staff reviewing applications across assigned QAP sections:
• Assign application reviews to team members and conduct regular review team meetings to discuss application questions and concerns
• Create and maintain plan for completion of all assigned sections within the timeline defined by the Allocation Team
• Track progress and decisions
• Conduct quality control on team member reviews and updates of application materials
• Allocation Manager responsibilities include:
• Funding cycle planning and oversight:
• Project manage the annual funding cycles from initial planning and application through competitive selection and final application approval
• Review and approve determinations recommended by review teams
• With Allocation Analysts, analyze application and program trends, volume of funding source availability, and possible funding scenarios
• Prepare and present memoranda to the Commissioner and Deputy Commissioner regarding application funding determinations for approval
• Identify pain points and opportunities to improve the administration of the programs, such as measures to reduce time between initial application submission and final application approval, systems to increase the efficiency of application intake and processing, and policy changes to reduce staff or applicant burden

Allocation Team management:

Oversee Allocation Analyst and Relocation Specialist workload, progress, and timelines to ensure Allocation Team responsibilities are fulfilled and analysts have adequate resources and support

Facilitate collaboration between Allocation Analysts and Relocation Specialist through regular team meetings and other means identified by the Allocation Manager

Create and implement training and development plans with each Allocation Analyst and the Relocation Specialist based on their individual goals and agency needs

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• 5+ years of professional experience managing a team of staff
• Professional experience with project and/or program management with demonstrated ability to manage concurrent efforts and processes
• Organized and detail-oriented – the ability to balance simultaneously tracking multiple processes across multiple teams and ensuring adherence to timelines, while also conducting quality control, managing a team of staff, and planning for the next funding cycle
• Self-starter – the ability to work independently to develop work plans and strategies to meet DCA’s outreach and policy coordination needs
• Problem solver – the ability to identify complex problems and review related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions
• Communication – the ability to correspond effectively and professionally with DCA staff and developer partners

MINIMUM AGENCY ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited college or university AND three years of related experience

OR

Seven years of related experience. 

An equivalent combination of knowledge, education, job, or intern experience, training, or certifications that provide necessary knowledge and skills to successfully perform the job at the level listed may be substituted for year-over-year.

WORKING CONDITIONS (TRAVEL, HOURS, ENVIRONMENT)

This position is currently designated as a hybrid (part in-office and part remote/Telework) position.  This position is full time (40 hours per week) and may require occasional overtime.  Local periodic travel may be required and occasional national travel.  

WORKING CONDITIONS (TRAVEL,HOURS,ENVIRONMENT)

This position is available as an in-office position with limited telework opportunities.

PHYSICAL / SENSORY REQUIREMENTS:

Work is principally stationary, but the person in this position needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc., and constantly operate a computer and other office equipment.

Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time.

Must be able to perform office-related duties.

Must be able to operate office equipment.

Must be able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, tenants, and community agencies and other entities that provide services.

Must be able to perform essential job functions, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Must be able to perform essential job functions in an environment that will sometimes include increased levels of work-related stress.

Must maintain punctuality and attendance as scheduled.

NOTE: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Due to the large volume of submissions received by this office, information concerning application and/or interview status cannot be provided.  Selected applicants will be contacted for next steps in the interview process.  Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification.  This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.

DCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you need accommodation for an interview, please contact the Human Resources Office at (404) 679-4845

Hiring is contingent upon satisfactory results of employment verification, background, criminal records investigation and motor vehicle reports.

This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and the employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the business and requirement of the job change.  This job posting may close at any time upon gaining a sufficient applicant pool from which to select a qualified candidate.

All duties and responsibilities listed are considered to be essential job functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.  Marginal functions of the position (those that are incidental to the performance of the job duties) have not been included.   However, the omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or logical assignment to the position.