Continuum Planning Director, Alliance to End Homelessness in Suburban Cook County

Who: Alliance to End Homelessness in Suburban Cook County

What: The Alliance to End Homelessness in Suburban Cook County seeks a full-time Continuum Planning Director to join its staff to lead planning efforts to prevent and end homelessness in suburban Cook County. The Director will be responsible for planning for, developing, and monitoring a comprehensive homeless system that is informed by a deep understanding of national trends, data and best practices. 

Responsibilities:

• Leads Continuum of Care planning efforts to prevent, reduce and end homelessness.
• Understands and effectively communicates local, state and national policy and trends and their implications for the Cook County Continuum of Care; provides analysis of community homeless issues for committees, board and staff to assist them in making informed decisions; tracks policies and programs at the state and federal level, and participates in local and statewide advocacy campaigns.
• Leads and facilitates several committees and working groups focused on implementing the community plan to prevent and end homelessness
• Oversees staff responsible for various activities including advocacy, communications, development, project monitoring, committee work, organizing an annual unsheltered homeless count, completing funder-required grant reporting, and meeting other Continuum of Care requirements.
• Supervises direct reports and provides clear objectives for staff in performance of their duties and oversight to assure these objectives are being met; helps to coordinate volunteers and/or interns for interim assignments as needed.
• Develops and maintains collaborative working relationships with community partners, funders, housing and service providers, public officials, people with lived experience of homelessness, and other systems including the justice, child welfare, education, employment, and health care systems; develops meaningful partnerships while setting clear expectations; facilitates communication, resolves problems, and collaborates on system transformation efforts with community partners.
• Coordinates a process for annual monitoring and technical assistance for recipients of Continuum of Care grants and, as part of a team, carries out the process; develops written policies as needed; advises grant recipients on grant compliance, best practices, achieving performance measures, and effective resource allocation.
• Oversees and manages the annual Continuum of Care application process and other state and local resource allocation processes; works with a team to support the annual funding competition for almost $14 million in federal supportive housing grants, contributing to goal setting and accomplishment narratives.
• In partnership with the Advocacy and Development Coordinator, develops informational materials, press releases and marketing communications. Contributes ideas and content to website, e-newsletters, and other written materials.
• Acts as a spokesperson on issues related to suburban homelessness; responds to media inquiries; as needed, makes presentations in workshops, panels, and other public speaking engagements on homeless issues.
• Oversees resource development activities and participates in grant research and writing,
• Represents the Alliance at community meetings, events and conferences.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

▪ While we have a set of preferred qualifications listed, if you have other experience that you think is related, please apply. 

▪ Masters degree in a related field or equivalent experience required; 3-5 years experience in a related position is required. At least 2 years supervisory experience preferred. 

▪ Excellent verbal, analytic, and written communication skills; ability to convey information in a clear and concise manner for a variety of audiences. 

▪ Strong subject matter expertise in some combination of homelessness, supportive housing, Housing First and harm reduction, the Continuum of Care process, affordable housing policy, and the nonprofit sector. 

▪ Budget management, program compliance, and grant reporting skills. Excellent project management skills. 

▪ Enthusiasm for systems-level work with a strong understanding of mission-driven organizing. 

▪ Must be a self-directed, highly organized person who can effectively prioritize and follow through on multiple projects, with proven ability to develop and execute plans and timelines, who takes pride in producing quality work and is willing to learn new things. 

▪ Must have valid driver’s license and use of an insured vehicle for moderate local travel within county. 

▪ Personal qualities of integrity, credibility, a growth mindset, and dedication to the values and the mission of the Alliance. 

▪ Ability to work with and collaborate effectively with a diverse team of staff and stakeholders. 

▪ Awareness of personal power and privilege, dedication to cultural humility, and demonstrated high value for diversity in work team. Possess a commitment to anti-racism and anti-oppression in your work. 

▪ Ability to work independently, both on site at the office located in Hillside, IL, remotely, and in the community. 

To apply, send resume with cover letter describing your interest in and relevant skills for the position to info@suburbancook.org with “Continuum Planning Director” in the subject line 

Chief Planning Analyst, City of Chicago

Who: City of Chicago

What: The Chief Planning Analyst (CPA) position is primarily responsible for serving as a high-level planner and Grants Unit liaison between the Department of Family and Support Services (DFSS); City Departments involved in the grants management process, the Office of Budget and Management (OBM), the Law Department, and the Department of Finance/Grants and Project Accounting Division (GPAD); and federal, state, and private grantors. 

Responsibilities:

The CPA is responsible for coordinating the development and preparation of DFSS grants, adhering to City polices for the processing of grant applications and awards; and ensuring that the Department follows the appropriate grantor guidelines to submit and process grant applications and awards on time. This includes but is not limited to project managing and leading all aspects of the grant development process: contributing to the strategic approach of grant applications as a subject matter expert; writing grant narratives; working with fiscal and program staff to prepare budgets and complete grant proposals; soliciting and reviewing delegate agency grant information; and researching appropriate content to be included in grant applications including federal/state standards, theoretical frameworks, data and trends. 

The CPA is also responsible for identifying new funding sources to support DFSS program divisions’ ongoing activities, new initiatives, and special projects. As a result, previous experience in identifying new funding sources for programs; experience with federal, state, and private grant funded projects; and strong knowledge and experience in writing successful competitive grant proposals is required. 

The CPA is expected to adhere to City policies for the processing of grant applications and awards and ensuring that the Department follows the appropriate grantor guidelines to submit grant applications and awards on time. 

The CPA will review and interpret pending state or federal legislation and policies that could impact departmental funding and propose next step actions. 

The CPA may also be tasked with performing the research and analysis of data, trends, and grant standards (federal, state and local) to support grant development work. 

The CPA is tasked with preparing grant-specific reports and monitoring the on-time submission of programmatic and fiscal grant reports submitted by DFSS divisions to funders. 

The CPA may also be tasked with developing grant-related trainings.

 The CPA serves as a liaison between other city departments, government agencies and community groups on joint planning projects; and represents the department at community meetings regarding grants and planning projects. 

Qualifications:

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master’s degree in Urban Studies, the Social Sciences or a related field, supplemented by four years of planning experience 

Apply here.

Executive Director, Trellis Education

Who: Trellis Education

What: The Executive Director is responsible for the overall health and impact of the organization, with a focus on creating a “gold-standard” model for STEM teacher mentoring, teaching, and learning in California. This leader works to ensure the organization supports and develops teachers who serve Students of Color, immigrant students, students living in poverty, and other students unrepresented or underrepresented in STEM majors, careers, and innovation more effectively over time. The new ED is someone who embraces the importance of diversity and inclusion in STEM classrooms and the manner in which equity and social justice is woven into the fabric of Trellis’ approach to developing phenomenal STEM teachers while also preparing the next generation of students. The incoming leader will succeed current Director and founder, Dr. Megan W. Taylor, and will have the unique opportunity to define, shape, and accelerate the trajectory of the organization. 

Responsibilities:

Strategy, Fundraising and Innovation 

• • Promote the organization’s financial health and long-term viability by building a sustainable financial model, developing a diversified funding portfolio, and creating and managing the organization's budget 
• • Nurture and expand a strong and sustainable constellation of partnerships, including relationships with key organizations (such as universities, the California Teacher Residency Lab, the Surge Institute, and the Black Teacher Project, for three), and the people within those organizations including university faculty and regional community, district, and school leaders 
• • Forge and nurture a close working partnership with the Trellis Executive Board to support the health and growth of the organization 
• • Represent the organization to external stakeholders and serve as a liaison to other programs in-state and nationwide 

Human-Centered Leadership and Organizational Culture 

• • Lead a high-performing team to drive programmatic success, guide strategy and vision, and engage partners to create long-term organizational sustainability 
• • Sustain an organizational culture that actively engages all members of the community in ongoing conversations about the impact of race, privilege, power, oppression, and access on education system 
• • Infuse social justice principles into the design of all organizational activities and communications in alignment with Trellis’ vision and mission 

Qualifications:

• • Proven prior experience as CEO, Executive Director, or other senior leadership position managing a high performing team and ensuring the financial sustainability of an organization 
• • An ability to mobilize people and create champions to support organizational mission to support an intentional and coordinated approach to fundraising 
• • Demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment coupled with an ongoing commitment to exploring issues of race, class, privilege, and power structures 
• • Experience implementing a vision and bringing others into that vision 
• • Significant experience teaching science and mathematics or other relevant experience in public middle and high schools working directly with teachers and/or students 
• • Excellent communication and public speaking skills 
• • Passion for improving public education in California via teacher education reform 
• • Excitement to take Trellis to the next phase of its impact in the Bay Area and beyond 

Apply here.

Operations Assistant, Illinois Housing Council

Who: Illinois Housing Council

What: The Operations Assistant will report directly to the Executive Director and will also work closely with the Manager of Programs and Membership. The position will have core responsibilities in the areas of event planning, program support, financial management, communications and special projects.

Responsibilities:

Managing the planning and logistics for all IHC events, including the annual conference, golf outing, networking events, mixers and virtual webinars. Identifying and securing venues and vendors; ordering set-up, supplies and catering; producing signage and marketing materials.

• Serving as the dedicated IHC point-person and overseeing member communications regarding member benefits and renewals, events, and finances and advising members on these issues. Managing the membership database best practices and maintenance.

• Identifying, developing, and exploring opportunities for IHC to improve its current events, programs and membership benefits with the Manager of Programs and Membership.

• Developing the content for IHC’s bi-weekly e-newsletter. Managing IHC’s website and social media accounts. Creating communications materials to support IHC’s strategic priorities including case studies, fact sheets, and marketing materials. Coordinating with graphic design consultants as needed.

• Managing day-to-day bookkeeping using QuickBooks, maintaining proper records for efficient and clear reporting, as well as processing of invoices/payments/deposits.

• Assisting with the preparation of and adherence to the IHC annual budget and preparing financial reports for the Executive Director and Board of Directors. • Optimizing office procedures and programs, and working with the Executive Director to identify and implement operational efficiencies and cost savings. Serving as the liaison to outside consultants for office operations. 

• Participating regularly in IHC Committee meetings. Contributing to special projects for the Membership & Events Committee and IHC Legislative Committee.

• Providing general office support when needed, including but not limited to: answering and directing calls and e-mails, copying materials, making travel arrangements and hotel reservations.

• Other responsibilities to be determined based on the needs of the organization and the skills and experience of the chosen applicant.

Qualifications:

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree and 1-2 years of related experience in the nonprofit operations, event planning, or association management field.

• Strong attention to detail and highly organized • Excellent written and verbal communications skills • Experience in event planning.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; Experience with QuickBooks and Word Press preferred.

• Ability to work independently, take initiative, utilize independent decision-making, and exercise discretion in daily responsibilities.

• Comfortable working as a member of a small team.

• Interest in affordable housing/community development preferred

Apply here. (Information at bottom of the page)

Associate Analyst, Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning

Who: Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning

What: This Associate role will produce analyses and develop recommendations on a variety of topics relevant to ON TO 2050, with special emphasis on work related to issues of economic development, climate, transportation, and/or equity and inclusive growth. Immediate assignments could include analysis of the 2020 Census and its impact on the region’s Economically Disconnected Areas, policies to promote infill and community reinvestment, or implementation activities supporting the Fees, Fines, and Fares project. Longer-term assignments will include research and analysis to implement other aspects of CMAP’s policy and programming agenda depending on both agency need and the skills and interests of the selected candidate.

Responsibilities:

Assists project managers and participates on project teams, helping to achieve desired outcomes and meet required deadlines, conduct analyses and investigations, prepare planning and policy recommendations and reports, and prepare data visualizations.  

Manages one or more staff-led and/or consultant-led projects including project scoping and startup; managing project sponsor, stakeholder, and partner relations and outreach; managing and assigning tasks to project team; monitoring project timeline and task completion; providing feedback on performance; and preparing and reviewing deliverables; and assists in other project-related tasks. 

Contributes empirical research, data collection, data quality assurance, and data contextualization through analysis, data visualization, and written plan content to policy analysis and development projects, and assists in other project related tasks.  

Supports outreach for policy analysis projects, including strategy development, coordinating, planning, attending, and leading meetings with external partners and stakeholders, including agendas, meeting notices, meeting notes, and / or minutes and correspondence. 

Works to support external consideration of projects with Government Affairs and Communications staff and contributes effectively to various efforts to promote policies and projects to broader audiences (e.g.,  through policy analysis of legislation, editing and distillation of content, visualization, video, or social media development). 

Contribute research, analysis, and content to reports regarding new policy directions for CMAP's regional plan development and policy analysis of relevant legislation or administrative initiatives. 

Able to work independently to perform more responsible, varied, and difficult and complex projects than the Assistant Policy Analyst position, including managing the successful achievement of project deadlines, managing workload and schedule, and ensuring effective completion of tasks and projects to which they are assigned. 

Contributes to other work plan items as assigned, such as research and development of new policy topics and approaches or plan implementation. 

Attends internal department meetings as well as external committee meetings, outreach events, and workshops as assigned. 

Supports fellow employees and others to further the advancement of CMAP’s mission.  

Builds and maintains positive relations with external partners, stakeholders, and communities. 

Occasionally travels throughout the region or to Springfield, Illinois. 

Qualifications:

• Thorough knowledge of public policy, urban and/or regional planning practice, and an understanding of environmental, social, land use, and transportation considerations in planning. 
• Strong working understanding of the data provided by the Census Bureau and its limitations.
• Skill in general principles of research, data collection and analysis, and technical writing and data visualization. 
• Skill in the use of personal computers, associated software packages, hardware, and peripheral equipment. 
• Skill in utilizing spreadsheets and statistical and geospatial analysis. 
• Ability to work with limited supervision. 
• Ability to compile and communicate information effectively in oral and written form. 
• Ability to analyze and systematically compile technical information and to prepare technical reports. 
• Ability to document research and work collection and processes. 
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, community or civic leaders, public sector officials and staff, partner agencies and organizations, and the general public.

Apply here.

Midwest Program Manager, EVHybridNoire

Who: EVHybridNoire

What: EVHybridNoire is seeking a Midwest Program Manager to lead our state and local policy and program work across the Midwestern U.S. We are looking for candidates with experience and interest in all aspects of e-mobility and transportation advocacy, with skills in communications and public outreach. Qualified candidates will be deeply committed to equity and justice, and have at least some understanding of how those issues intersect with transportation. This position is a great opportunity for an entrepreneurial individual to join a small but quickly growing team, take on a lot of responsibility from Day 1, and make a difference in advancing access to electric vehicles across the country. 

Responsibilities:

• Coordinating the development and implementation of multiple e-mobility project and campaign plans in several different cities and states
• Representing EVHybridNoire at coalition tables, conferences and in meetings with policymakers and partners, and advocating for EVHybridNoire’s priorities
• Helping to facilitate public outreach efforts, including focus groups and listening sessions with target audiences, to understand public awareness and attitudes around e-mobility
• Drafting and submitting opinion pieces, research summaries and action alerts to media outlets, online forums and EVHybridNoire’s citizen members
• Keeping abreast of policy and e-mobility market developments in multiple states, to help ensure we direct our resources toward where they are most needed and can have the biggest impact 
• Collaborating with our team, as well as with our partners and decision-maker contacts, to develop policy proposals that advance EVHybridNoire’s priorities
• Building and nurturing working relationships with decision-makers, advocacy partners and opinion leaders in the e-mobility space  
• Drafting updates and reports on our work for internal and external audiences

Qualifications:

• At least 5-7 years of related experience in transportation, urban planning, environmental justice or a similar field
• Knowledge of transportation electrification broadly
• Passion for seeking equity and justice, and appreciation for how e-mobility intersects with issues of equity, diversity and justice
• An understanding of policy-making processes broadly, and the ability to think strategically about how to navigate those processes
• Familiarity with the political and cultural landscape of the Midwest, and existing relationships in the region within the transportation and equity arenas
• Experience in communications and/or grassroots public outreach work, including experience facilitating focus groups and other stakeholder meetings
• Strong interpersonal skills for coalition-building and advocacy 
• Experience coordinating and owning whole portfolios of work such as policy initiatives, campaigns, or advocacy plans
• A proven ability to juggle and complete multiple tasks with minimal supervision, ideally in a remote working environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a great attention to detail.
• Staff management experience
• Fluency in Spanish is a plus
• Experience, including lived experience, applying an equity lens to transportation advocacy and campaigns

Apply here.

Planning and Policy Project Coordinator, University of Oregon

Who: University of Oregon

What: The Planning and Policy Project Coordinator will manage and direct applied projects with a broad range of diverse Oregon communities. We are particularly interested in finding candidates for this position that have lived experience and a deep commitment to serving and working with Latino/Latina and other historically marginalized and underserved communities. Candidates with Spanish language fluency are particularly encouraged to apply. Successful candidate will work strategically with diverse colleagues, students, and community members. This position will actively engage in developing, practicing, and teaching principles of social justice and inclusion. The position facilitates a work environment that encourages knowledge of, respect for, and development of skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds. This is a funding contingent position that oversees day-to-day project management activities. Responsibilities include providing management, guidance, and direct supervision of students (graduate and undergraduate), student research teams, and paid graduate and undergraduate research assistants. The Project Coordinator will assist with project development, including grant and proposal research and writing. The Project Coordinator will also provide research support to other IPRE programs as needed. This position will require statewide and limited overnight travel. The position is posted as a junior position with significant professional growth potential within IPRE.

Apply here.

Transportation Program Manager, Village of Schaumburg, Illinois

Who: Village of Schaumburg, Illinois

What: This position is responsible for the planning, implementation and management of the departments programs and projects including overseeing the village’s transit, bikeways, and traffic programs and capital improvement program projects, providing technical and policy advice to boards and commissions on transportation related items; working with counterparts in regional organizations related to transportation; and performing duties of considerable difficulty involving transportation related issues. Position is a senior position within the Department requiring strong supervisory skills, public contact, and the ability to exercise good judgment and work independently. 

To succeed in this role, applicants will need to effectively and clearly communicate to a full range of people, be able to work cooperatively and effectively with others to achieve common goals, and develop and implement new process, service, or strategy with the aim of improving efficiency or effectiveness. We are looking to add a team member capable of prioritizing multiple projects, organize time and resources effectively, and have the ability to shift gears comfortably.

Qualifications:

1.     Bachelor’s Degree in Urban or Regional Planning, Public Administration, Civil Engineering, or a related field. 

2.     A minimum of three years of experience in transportation planning, engineering, project, or program management. Experience with direct staff supervision a plus. 

3.     A minimum of two years of supervisory experience as it relates to handling a range of managerial tasks such as monthly/yearly plans and objectives, budgetary control, service enhancement, managing projects, etc.

4.     Professional certification is highly desired.

5.     Proficiency with current computer software systems, including email, calendar programs, job specific software, and customer service systems preferred or within the first six months of employment.

Apply here.

Director, Community Impact, World Business Chicago

Who: Word Business Chicago. WBC supports Chicago communities and neighborhoods and works to drive inclusive economic growth with impact and investment in all Chicago’s neighborhoods. The Community Impact team supports equitable economic growth and strives to implement the recommendations of Chicago’s Recovery Task Force (RTF) including INVEST South/West (ISW). INVEST South/West is one of the existing strategies that the RTF recommends for acceleration and scalability within Chicago’s disinvested neighborhoods. ISW is a community improvement initiative to marshal the resources of multiple City departments, community organizations, and corporate partners toward 10 initial neighborhoods and 12 targeted commercial corridors on Chicago’s South and West Sides.

Responsibilities include but not limited to the following:

·         Assist in moving forward the strategy for the Community Impact team

·         Collaborate across all WBC units (Innovation and Venture Strategy, Workforce, Business Development, Global Strategic Initiatives, Marketing and Communications, WBC Research Center, Human Resources) to ensure that WBC’s mission of diversity and inclusion is embedded in all aspects of WBC’s work

·         Use or develop Chicago neighborhood relationships and partnerships to implement scalable initiatives that increase economic growth and vitality for the residents of Chicago

·         Identify and manage private-public partnerships, particularly with the financial incentives team

·         Responsible for developing, engaging, and maintaining key relationships on investable opportunities with Chicago’s neighborhood leaders, community organizations, nonprofits, investors, philanthropy, and businesses within the 10 ISW neighborhoods and 12 commercial corridors

·         Create and manage neighborhood roundtables to convene key community organizations, aldermen, city departments, local residents, and business owners with the objectives of providing input on public investment and creating visibility on neighborhood plans and priorities and ongoing development and investable opportunities

·         Assist in aligning City resources across departments and sister agencies to target public dollars toward meaningful investments in the 10 neighborhoods and to create better collaboration and more efficient use of resources across departments

·         Design, facilitate, and support the development of projects in alignment with RTF and ISW

·         Responsible for tracking, analyzing, and communicating key metrics for suggested solutions to senior management on ISW projects

·         Support and collaborate with the WBC Business Development Team on attraction, retention, and expansion of companies using an equitable lens

·         Work with WBC’s Talent and Workforce Strategy team to help identify partners to assist with training and job placement

Skills and Experience

·         Advanced project management skills and ability to develop a strategy to drive progress against goals;

·         Deep understanding of Chicago’s neighborhoods with established relationships in the South and West sides of Chicago preferred;

·         Experience in public communication, analysis driven strategies, leadership skills;

·         Demonstrated experience building effective private, public, civic partnerships; especially within local economic development partners and low-to-moderate income neighborhoods;

·         Excellent written and verbal communication skills to address all levels of management;

·         Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize workload to meet changing or tight deadlines;

·         Familiarity with how local and regional economies function

·         A good sense of diplomacy in dealing with confidential information

 

Qualifications

·         The ideal candidate has a minimum of 5 years of experience in community and neighborhood economic development or similar work experience

·         Bachelor’s degree required with a focus on social sciences, public administration, or urban planning and development

Apply by sending a cover letter and resume to HR@WorldBusinessChicago.com

Planner II, City of Chesapeake, Virginia

Who: City of Chesapeake, Virgina

What: The primary purpose of the Planner II position in the Current Planning Division is to perform professional city planning functions related to land use applications such as rezonings; conditional use permits; street closures; subdivision variances; site and subdivision plan reviews; planned unit development (PUD) creation, deviation and modifications; special exceptions and variances. The Planner II-Development Review acts as a project manager for the City and provides professional analysis used by the Planning Commission and City Council to make discretionary land use decisions. In the case of administrative approvals, the Planner II reviews the applications and plans for adherence to all applicable city codes and ordinances. The Planner II acts as a facilitator between various city departments and the applicant. The Planner II also serves as an information contact for the general public on land use related issues and assists the Comprehensive Planning Division as necessary on special projects. Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of, and/or outside of, their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies. Emergency operations support work and work locations may be outside of normal job duties. Work is performed under the supervision of the Current Planning Administrator.

Qualifications:

Requires bachelor’s degree in planning or closely related field. EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT: In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standards, this class requires a minimum of two years of full-time equivalent experience. SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES: Depending on operational needs, may require a valid driver’s license and a driving record in compliance with the City’s Driving Standards. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies.

Apply by April 26, here.

Director of the Fair Housing Program, Illinois Department of Human Rights

Who: Illinois Department of Human Rights

What:The Senior Public Service Administrator (Director of the Fair Housing Program) is a senior state management position in the Illinois Department of Human Rights (IDHR) with a level of responsibility equivalent to a major program manager and is subject to the provisions of the Civil Service Code. Incumbent serves as a policy-making official and has major administrative responsibilities for the IDHR Fair Housing Program. As a policy-making official, the incumbent reports directly to the IDHR assistant/deputy director and participates in determining policy which fixes objectives; states the principles to control action toward operating objectives and toward the conduct of one or more administrative units immediately subordinate to the director or assistant director; and participates in planning and programming agency activities mandated by legislation or the agency's director or assistant director.

Responsibilities:

• Subject to management approval, the incumbent plans, develops, organizes and manages a comprehensive state-wide fair housing program that includes the intake of charges of discrimination in the area of housing; the investigation of charges (to determine agency jurisdiction, obtain evidence sufficient to ascertain whether a violation of the Illinois Human Rights Act (IHRA) has occurred, and where appropriate to seek a negotiated settlement between the parties); and the quality review of investigations and determinations, and dismissal and closure of cases. Incumbent plans, directs, evaluates and administers the intake, investigation and quality control of housing charges across agency offices/facilities to provide a state-wide system for the processing of charges; provides for ongoing staff development, evaluation and training; develops and maintains ongoing communications with local, state and federal agencies. Incumbent serves as a member of the Department’s Executive Committee.
• Plans, directs, manages, evaluates and administers a comprehensive state-wide Fair Housing Program. Provides for the overall quality control of the Fair Housing Program services that include, but are not limited to Complainant intake interviews, docketing and service of written charges of discrimination, assignment of charges for investigation, settlement discussions, fact- finding activities, case determination reporting, and dismissal and closure of charges within statutory mandated time frames. Provides for the effective coordination of these services with the Department’s various executive/administrative and programmatic units to achieve effective, efficient, and quality assurance in the delivery of services. Serves as the primary contact (Liaison) to the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), Office of Fair Housing and Equal Opportunity (FHEO) and oversees the Department’s participation in the Fair Housing Assistance Program (FHAP) and compliance with FHAP rules and regulations.
• Develops long range plans, budget reports and recommendations, staff needs assessments, and various operating reports as required by the Director and other government officials; reviews the Fair Housing Program to identify areas that require program modification to promote program efficiency and effectiveness and recommends any associated budget modifications; reviews new legislation and establishes policies to implement and maintain programs; develops, reviews and revises policies, procedures and legislation and drafts; and confers with the Department’s Executive Committee on feasibility of recommended policies.
• Through computerized case monitoring and administrative reports, is responsible for identifying case processing delays, procedural and operational problems in the case processing system and takes steps to correct identified difficulties; coordinates management studies and periodic evaluative programs to ascertain the degree to which program goals are being met; oversees the preparation of monthly program reports, statistics and other data from executive/administrative personnel; and prepares periodic operational and evaluative reports as required.
• Supervises Fair Housing Program staff; assigns work; approves time off; provides guidance and training; effectively recommends grievance resolution; complete and signs performance evaluations; establishes annual goals and objectives; counsels staff on problems with productivity, quality of work and conduct; assess staffing resources needed to achieve program objectives; reviews activity reports; monitors provisions of contractual agreements; ensures all procedures are adhered to; and effectively recommends termination or renewal of contracts.
• Performs program managerial duties such as participation in the hiring of staff (e.g., development of applicant screening tools, participation on interview panels and selection of candidates); oversees the training and development of program supervisors, investigators and office support staff; provides for the resolution of employee and personnel problems which impact the work setting; hears second level grievances and participates in grievance hearings at subsequent levels; serves as a member of the bargaining/labor management team.
• Plans, organizes, evaluates and relays information to Department administrators regarding case production, investigative procedures, caseload management, personnel matters, budget, and other program administrative concerns; meets with Department administrators to discuss and correct problems and indicate program directions; monitors travel and program expenses; and coordinates program activities with the Department’s Legal Division, Management Operations and Technology Division, and the Human Resources and Labor Relations Unit.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned that are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

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