Trust Fund Programs Coordinator

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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

DCA is dedicated to helping build strong, vibrant communities. 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.  We are serious about helping Georgia's families live more abundantly with a greater sense of hope and achievement. If public service and the desire to enrich the lives of others motivates you to do your best work, you should consider joining the DCA Team.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

The Trust Fund Program Coordinator reports to the State Housing Trust Fund Director at the Department of Community Affairs. In this role, the Coordinator provides program implementation support for Trust Fund funding opportunities, including the State Housing Accountability Program and others.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• 1-3 years of experience in housing policy or programs OR
• 1-3 years of experience in client or constituent services OR
• 1-3 years of experience in project management
• Strong work ethic and sense of ownership
• Demonstrated initiative and willingness to try new things
• Attention to detail and sharp critical thinking skills
• Exceptional ability to communicate, including written, verbal, and presentation format

Program development

• Provide annual reporting on program performance and outcomes
• Provide recommendations for programs to leadership
• Draft and/or maintain all program documents and guidelines
• Support Director in preparation for communication with the Commission
• Prepare and deliver updates to external partners in an electronic newsletter or other format
• Other duties as assigned

Program operations

• Plan and host training for providers
• Develop and provide guidance to providers on reimbursement processes
• Review and approve reimbursements
• Coordinate with internal financial/accounting partners to ensure timely payments to providers
• Develop and oversee program funding announcements, in coordination with the Director and other agency stakeholders
• Plan and host funding opportunity workshops for applicants
• Monitor and respond to program email inboxes
• Serve as point of contact for program operations to providers, applicants, and award recipients
• Other duties as assigned

Program monitoring and evaluation

• Conduct site-visits for all providers
• Ensure provider compliance with program guidelines, including Georgia statutes
• Review and analyze program data, provide regular performance reports to internal stakeholders
• Monitor all providers and award recipients for compliance with award agreements
• Maintain program budgets and accounting, including tracking all program award recipient disbursement requests and budget statuses
• Other duties as assigned

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.

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 operates 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.