SENIOR RURAL HOUSING GRANT MANAGER - Anchorage

Vacancy Name
SENIOR RURAL HOUSING GRANT MANAGER - Anchorage

Vacancy No
VN728

Employment Type
Full Time Exempt

Location
Anchorage-Central Office

Salary Range
$90,000-$94,500

Salary Period
Annual

Benefits
As a full time, regular employee, you will be eligible to participate in the benefit programs on the first day of the month after your 60th day of employment.

Job Details

JOB SUMMARY: Responsible to provide grant writing, management, compliance and reporting to support development of strategic housing opportunities with a strong focus on federal and state funding opportunities to Alaska Native Tribes. Serves as a liaison to community partners providing technical assistance around federal and state funding compliance and reporting requirements. Works with internal staff, leadership, funders, governmental agencies non-profit partners to explore new and innovative funding opportunities. This position manages program staff, partnerships, budgeting, reporting, evaluation, promotion, and project development. Provides guidance, coordination and support to other RurAL CAP strategic initiatives, where needs arise.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Collaborates with internal divisions and outside agencies to provide technical assistance (TA) to tribal governments and non-tribal rural communities. Works closely with community key stakeholders to develop funding plans and best practices implementation strategies. The tribal (TA) will have a strong emphasis on new housing development opportunities with the use of federal and state funding. Role requires research to access current and or build new funding opportunities, coordinate with community partners to write, assemble, and submit proposals with the highest scoring potential in accordance to guidelines and deadlines.

Manages implementation and administration of grants, contracts and proposals within the Rural Housing Department. Oversees and coordination funding activities, including collaboration with partners, training and Technical Assistance to community-based workers, design of educational materials, templets, and best practices guide as needed

Works closely with the federal and state funding partners to explore, create innovative rural housing funding opportunities, including recommended strategies for resource and partnership development, community selection and engagement, local key stake holders, land identification and site control, homeowner financing, and support to local project staff around funding compliance and reporting requirements.

Manages the implementation and administration of services, grants, and contracts within the Rural Housing team. Oversees the coordination of activities, including collaboration with partners, training and supervision of community-based workers, design of educational materials, and training events.

Manages and develops budgets for funding; approves and monitors expenditures, including travel and the purchase and distribution of supplies, materials, and equipment; develops cost-effective strategies for the best use of funds. Coordinates with other team leaders and accounting staff to assure timely and accurate reporting of financial information.

Manages the production and distribution of technical information, periodic website updates and electronic newsletters, and other materials; works with community leaders, team staff and funding sources to publicize and promote activities and accomplishments.

Works with the Director and other agency leadership to design and implement new or expanded RH projects or programs based on RurAL CAP's Strategic Plan and Business Initiatives, needs assessments, and community feedback. Represents RurAL CAP in communications and collaboration with primary partners and funders. Participates in service-related conferences, networking events and workshop presentations. Prepares funding applications with the assistance of the Director and Development Department.

Participates in weekly Rural Housing team meetings; strategic planning meetings; and other agency planning and administrative committees, as requested.

Performs other duties to support the organization.

POSITION TYPE/EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK:
This is full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. or hours vary with location. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.
TRAVEL:
Primarily local during the business day, although some out-of-area and overnight travel may be expected. Occasional travel to rural Alaska.

EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS AND REQUIRED EDUCATION:

Must be at least 18 years of age.

State and federal background checks, including fingerprints, may be required.

BA plus three years, or seven years related professional experience in program management, rural community development, or related fields.

Working knowledge of rural Alaska; ability to travel occasionally to rural program sites.

Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.

Knowledge of program administration including administering budgets, conducting customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.

Experience supervising staff, coordinating projects and special events, training, and providing long-distance support.

Demonstrated effective oral and written communication skills including strong expertise in cross-cultural communication.

Responsible work ethic with reliable attendance.

Proven ability and willingness to be self-directed in problem solving and decision-making and perform basic assignment with little or no direct supervision while also working effectively as a team member.

Demonstrated intermediate level of computer skills necessary in order to use and create documents and reports, spreadsheets, workshop materials and slide presentations, and to enter data into intricate database programs and proficient use of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, and Outlook.

Must keep all matters concerning participants in strictest confidence as required by HIPAA privacy and the 42 CFR, Part II confidentiality regulations.

Must be able to provide own transportation to meet work schedule requirements.

Must have a valid driver's License and maintain a valid driver's license throughout the course of employment. Must provide a copy of current driving record from the Department of Motor Vehicles annually.

Must have an insured vehicle, present proof of insurance, and maintain proof of insurance throughout the course of employment.

Agency recommends annual TB screening and physical as part of employee's personal wellness plan. (Recommendation - Not a requirement of this position)

PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Grant Writing, Compliance, Reporting, Management

Rural Housing Development

USDA Rural Development 523 Grant Management

BIA HIP Program

BENEFITS:
As a full-time, regular employee, you will be eligible to participate in our competitive benefits programs on the first day of the month after your 60th day of employment, including but not limited to:

Medical, Dental & Vision

Life & Supplemental Insurance

401K/Pension Plan

Flexible Spending Account/Health & Dependent Care

Health Savings Account

Employee Assistance Program

20 days (160 hours) of accrued Paid Time Off

12 Established paid holidays

Monthly Wellness Reimbursement