• Job Description

  Req#: 4452251
  Salary: $22.05 - $39.02 Hourly
  
  Location : Statewide, UT
  
  Job Type: Full Time
  
  Remote Employment: Remote Optional
  
  Job Number: 40988
  
  Agency: 600 Department of Workforce Services
  
  Unit: 7504 Housing/OWHLF
  
  Opening Date: 04/01/2024
  
  Closing Date: 4/14/2024 11:59 PM Mountain
  
  FLSA: Non-Exempt
  
  Recruiter: Tim Corsi (tcorsi@utah.gov)
  
  # of Openings: 1
  
  Background Check: You must successfully pass a criminal history check.
  
  Career Mobility: This position may be filled as a career mobility.
  
  Location: Statewide for telework or in office. Periodic travel to Salt Lake City will also be required.
  
  Schedule Code: B - Competitive Career Service - Employment in this position requires a probationary period.
  
  Benefits: This position is eligible for a full benefits package. See benefits tab below for details.
  
  EEO Statement: The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations, dial 711 or TTY: 800-346-4128.
  
  Job Description
  
  Moderate Income Housing Program Specialist
  
  (Program Specialist - DWS)
  
  The Housing and Community Development (HCD) Division at the Department of Workforce Services (DWS) is seeking out a highly skilled candidate to fill a Moderate Income Housing Program Specialist positionthat can be telework statewide or in located Salt Lake City.
  
  Principal Duties
  The Program Specialist will provide technical assistance and training, monitor project files for compliance, review report and reimbursement submissions, and work with the Program Manager to implement the Moderate Income Housing Program and Database. Some travel is required.
  
  Additional responsibilities include:
  • Reviews, monitors, and ensures project files follow internal policies. Develop and deliver training and technical assistance to stakeholders on identified needs.
  • Collaborate in program policy and procedure development.
  • Enforce compliance with program statutes and policy.
  • Implement competitive grant processes with federal and state funds, informing grantees or applicants of program requirements.
  • Resolve questions and conflict issues by responding to requests, issues, or problems from stakeholders.
  • Coordinate between stakeholders, partners, DWS programs and divisions to develop plans and reports.
  • Write correspondence, reports, plans, documents and/or other technical written materials.
  • Complete required internal workflow components including spreadsheets and correspondences.
  • Monitor contracts according to Departmental Policy.
  • Provides monthly and quarterly reports.
  Ideal Candidate
  The ideal candidate:
  • Self-motivated with the ability to prioritize workload, meet multiple deadlines and
  • manage changing priorities.
  • Has excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication, and analytical skills
  • Is detail oriented with the ability to keep records complete and organized.
  • Exhibits sound judgment, ability to use available resources to research issues, ability to seek guidance and communicate openly with direct manager.
  • Ability to read and understand State, Local, and Code of Federal Regulations (CFR).
  • Has intermediate to advanced skills with Microsoft Office Products including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; Adobe Acrobat; and Google Workspace Products.
  • Has proficiency with Adobe and ESRI products.
  Preferred Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in planning, urban design, public administration, landscape architecture, or related field or two years of experience in planning, community development, zoning, or a related field.
  • APA membership and AICP certification
  Why You Should Join Our Team
  Besides working with an agency that is dedicated to helping the citizens of Utah, you will receive great health and retirement benefits. We also provide generous paid time off and flexible work schedules for a positive work-life balance. Click here to view a summary of benefits we offer.
  
  The Agency
  The mission of Workforce Services is we strengthen Utah's communities by connecting the workforce to new opportunities and providing services to individuals and families in need. Today, more than 2,200 Workforce Services employees assist individuals in preparing for and finding jobs, meeting workforce needs of Utah businesses, administering temporary assistance, and providing economic data and analysis. Through a collaborative approach, the department has served millions of Utahns and has become a leader on several statewide initiatives. These include intergenerational poverty, homelessness, affordable housing, supporting refugees, helping rural communities, serving veterans and individuals with disabilities, and getting Utahns trained and back to work. To learn more about Workforce Services, click here.
  Supplemental Information
  
  
  • Risks found in the typical office setting, which is adequately lighted, heated and ventilated, e.g., safe use of office equipment, avoiding trips and falls, observing fire regulations, etc.
  • Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to perform the work; however, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying light items; driving an automobile, etc. Special physical demands are not required to perform the work.
  • DHRM rules regarding promotions and transfers apply to current state of Utah employees.
  
  
  Benefits:
  The State of Utah offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program. Please click the following link for a detailed information page: To access a Total Compensation Calculator in Excel format click
  
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  Please review our Equal Opportunity Law Notice before applying to this job. https://jobs.utah.gov/department/contact/eo.html
  • I acknowledge that I have read the Equal Opportunity Law Notice.
  
  
  02
  
  The interview selection process is based on your answers to the application questions. Your answers to the questions on this application must be supported by your resume and work history otherwise you may not receive credit. Failure to answer the application questions completely and appropriately may result in disqualification. Please do not copy/paste a passage from your resume to answer the questions. "See resume" or "see work history" are not acceptable answers to any question.Please acknowledge you have read and understand this information.
  • I acknowledge that I have read the statements above.
  
  
  03
  
  This position will require a criminal background check and access to confidential BCI information.
  • I acknowledge that I have read and understand the statement above.
  
  
  04
  
  Are you a current Department of Workforce Services (DWS) employee?
  • Yes
  • No
  
  
  05
  
  This position will require occasional travel. Are you willing to travel Statewide for training and in-person meetings if offered this position?
  • Yes
  • No
  
  
  06
  
  Do you have a Bachelor's degree in planning, urbandesign, public administration, landscape architecture, or related field?
  • Yes
  • No
  
  
  07
  
  How many years of experience in planning, community development, zoning, do you have?
  • No experience
  • Less than 1 year
  • 1 - 2 years
  • 2 - 3 years
  • 3-4 years
  • 5 or more years
  
  
  08
  
  Please describe your experience in planning, community development and zoning.
  
  09
  
  How many years of experience do you have with project management?
  • No Experience
  • Less than 1 year
  • 1-2 years
  • 3-4 years
  • 5 or more years
  
  
  10
  
  Please describe your experience with managing projects.
  
  11
  
  In accordance with Utah Code 67-19-15(2)(b)(ii), Veterans of the U.S. armed forces may choose to be considered for this position through an Alternative selection process called the Veterans Employment Opportunity Program (VEOP). The VEOP entails an on-the-job examination period in lieu of normal competitive hiring procedures. Information on this process may be found on the Veterans tab of the Utah State Job Seeker website (https://statejobs.utah.gov). You are required to attach a copy of your DD-214 to be considered in this program. If you fail to attach a copy of your DD-214, you will not receive consideration under this program or be eligible to receive Veteran's Preference Points. *Only available for Veterans who are not current employees with a Utah State agency. Please make a selection below:
  • I am a veteran of the U.S. Armed Forces and want to be considered through the Veterans Employment Opportunities Program
  • I am not a veteran OR choose not to be considered through the Veterans Employment Opportunities Program
  
  
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  Please indicate how you heard about this specific job posting.
  • State Jobs
  • An External Job Posting Site (Indeed, LinkedIn, etc.)
  • Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, etc.)
  • Advertisement (Newspaper, Internet, Radio, etc.)
  • Professional Network
  • University Network (Career Center)
  • Referred by a Friend or Colleague
  • Contacted by a Recruiter
  • Career Fair
  • DWS Job Site (https://jobs.utah.gov/)
  • Internal communication from a State Agency that employs me - State employees only
  • Other
  
  
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