Wichita Unsheltered Resource Coordinator

Salary: $59,115.00 - $105,106.00 Annually
Location : Wichita, KS
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: Unsheltered Reso Coord Housing
Department: Housing
Division: HG Wichita Housing Authority
Opening Date: 02/18/2025
Closing Date: 3/4/2025 11:59 PM Central
Bargaining Unit: NONE

The City of Wichita is NOT an E-Verify Employer.
Distinguishing Features of Work
This is administrative work performed in an area of expertise which may be developed on the job. Work may include supervision of other staff, coordination of recurring events, investigation and research, statistical analyses, coordination of activities of the Department, and/or relieving the supervisor of a variety of administrative duties.

Workdays and Hours - Monday - Friday - 8:00am - 5:00pm

Bargaining Unit: Employee Council
**Posting may close at any time **

Examples of Work Performed

• Responds to notifications of individuals who are unsheltered and are camping on public property
• Performs outreach activitiestothoseindividualsandcollectsdataabouttheunshelteredindividualsandthelocationoftheencampment.
• Enters data into the Community-wide Street outreach tool through the Homeless Management Information System (HMIS), maps encampments and coordinates with community-wide, coordinated street outreach to resolve individuals' homelessness.
• Coordinates between multiple Departments and community agencies on behalf of unsheltered individuals.
• Conducts analysis, prepares reports and coordinates and shares data (HMIS or otherwise) to support project planning and/or responding to public issues.
• May conduct oral presentations with recommendations of proposed solutions and courses of action changes.
• Monitors and ensures compliance with policies and procedures.
• Prepares correspondence, brochures, and other narrative material.
• Coordinates state and federally funded program contract compliance.
• Composes correspondence, frequently not subject to review.
• Conducts research and prepares reports with recommendations of proposed solutions and courses of action.
• Confers with citizens and representatives of other organizations.
• Facilitates boards, committees, and/or task forces in information gathering and analysis.
• Completion of work assignments will require the operation of a vehicle.
• The examples of work performed are not intended to be all-inclusive.
• The City of Wichita reserves the right to assign additional duties and responsibilities as needed.

Requirements of Work

• Considerable knowledge of strategies and techniques of working with the unhoused population.
• Considerable knowledge of HUD/CoC grants, projects and Coordinated Entry Systems.
• Considerable knowledge of the local homeless response system and working directly with the unhoused population in assessing for barriers and developing housing plans.
• Considerable experience working with community partners, sharing and utilizing shared community resources and building rapport
• Considerable knowledge of research techniques and sources of information.
• Knowledge of information resources and information evaluation and reporting techniques.
• Knowledge of the practices and principles of municipal government or of the organizational operations of the hiring Department.
• Knowledge of standard computer keyboard configurations and ability to access, interpret, and record information using a video display terminal and electronic keyboard
• Knowledge of the of basic other laws, ordinances and regulations governing the municipality.
• Ability to effectively plan, organize, and supervise the work of others.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and inwriting.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with associates, other employees of the City, representatives of other organizations, and the public.
• Ability to acquire and maintain a valid Kansas driver's license.
• An employee shall not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace.

Required Experience and Training
Required Experience and Training

• Graduation from a four-year college with two years of experience administering federal housing assistance programs OR six years of experience administering federal housing assistance programs.
• Applicants must attach a copy of their transcript to their application to be considered. Transcripts should confirm that the degree meets the specific educational requirements for the position. Applications submitted without an attached transcript will not be processed.
• A valid driver's license.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship.

Preferred Experience and Training

• Master's degree in psychology, Sociology, Social Work, Urban Studies, Human Rights, or Public Administration.
• One year of experience conducting outreach activities with individuals experiencing homelessness, including data collection, mapping encampments, and coordinating with service providers.
• One year of experience preparing reports with data analysis and making recommendations based on research and outreach activities.
  
  Offers of employment are contingent upon passing a pre-employment physical, which includes drug screening, and upon satisfactory evaluation of the results of a police records check.

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CITY OF WICHITA

FULL-TIME EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

1. VACATION - Most employees with less than five years employment earn 10 days of vacation per year. After five years, accrual rates increase at varying rates to varying maximums, depending on work schedule and/or union representation. Employees can accumulate and carry forward up to 240 hours each year.

2. HOLIDAYS - There are eleven paid holidays. Employees also receive one Personal Holiday that is granted after the first six months of employment.

3. SICK LEAVE - Sick leave accrual begins at one-half day per month. After five years, sick leave accruals are one work day per month. Employees can accumulate and carry forward all unused sick leave each year. Employees who use 24 hours (3 days) or less of sick leave in a calendar year earn a "Well Day." An additional "Well Day" can be earned following a year of perfect attendance.

4. HEALTH INSURANCE - UMR / United Healthcare provides two levels of medical and prescription drug plans. Both medical plan are PPOs and do not require selecting a physician or referrals for specialty care. Both medical plans include Teladoc virtual care (primary care/mental health benefits at no charge), Dario healthy living programs, and VSP Vision benefits. Pre-tax premium deductions are offered. The City contributes 80% of the premium cost towards medical, prescription drug and vision insurance.
5. DENTAL INSURANCE - Two Delta Dental plans are offered - Preferred and Traditional. The Delta Preferred plan requires using a dentist from a smaller network for a lower premium. The Delta Traditional plan allows use of any dentist, although benefits are higher using a dentist from the large Delta network. Benefits under both plans are the same (with the exception of some Orthodontic benefits) Pre-tax premium deductions are offered.
6.LIFE INSURANCE - Low-cost voluntary term life insurance is available. Employees pay one-third of the cost. The amount of Basic Life coverage is two times annual pay up to a determined maximum amount. Dependent coverage is available at $20,000 spouse / $10,000 child(ren) for an additional $0.14 per pay period. Accidental death and dismemberment coverage is included. The plan is through MetLife.
7.SUPPLEMENTAL LIFE - Additional voluntary employee-paid term life insurance is available from MetLife at low group rates. Participation in Basic Life is required. The Life Insurance plans are portable.
8. LONG-TERM DISABILITY INSURANCE- The voluntary employee-paid group disability plan from MetLife provides 60% of pre-disability income for injury or health related disabilities. Premiums are determined by income and age.

9.VOLUNTARY ACCIDENTAL DEATH & DISMEMBERMENT - Voluntary employee-paid AD&D from MetLife offers coverage for accidental death and dismemberment.

10.RETIREMENT - The City offers two retirement plans - Wichita Employees (WER) Plan 3, and Commissioned Police & Fire Plan C-79. The WER plan is a defined contribution plan; Police & Fire is a defined benefit plan. Both are contributory - employees and the City share the cost.

11.FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNTS - Employees may elect to make FSA pre-tax deductions for dependent care and/or unreimbursed medical expenses, reducing the cost of these expenses by eliminating taxes on the amount deducted.
12. LONG-TERM CARE INSURANCE - This plan from UNUM offers facility and home care benefits for employees, spouses, and some other family members. Several options for benefit amount and duration, and specific plan features, are available.
13.MORE BENEFITS & SERVICES
Deferred Compensation Investment Program
Employee Discounts and Wichita Employee Association (WEA)
Bereavement Pay
Employee Emergency Assistance Fund
Voluntary Shared Leave Program
Training Programs
Longevity Pay
Credit Union
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Injury Leave (on-job injury)
Community Volunteer Events
01

(Hous) Which of the following best describes your qualifications and or experience for Wichita Unsheltered Resource Coordinator

• I have a graduated from a four-year college with two years of experience administering federal housing assistance programs. I have attached my transcript and understand that failing to do so will make my application incomplete.
• I have six or more years of experience administering federal housing assistance programs.
• I have a graduated from a four-year college with six or more years of experience administering federal housing assistance programs.
• I neither graduated from a four-year college nor have six years of experience administering federal housing assistance programs.

02

I have a master's degree in one of the following:

• Psychology
• Sociology
• Social Work
• Urban Studies
• Human Rights
• Public Administration

03

I have following years of experience conducting outreach activities with individuals experiencing homelessness, including data collection, mapping encampments, and coordinating with service providers.

• less than 1 year of experience
• 1 - 2 years of experience
• 3 - 4 years of experience
• 5 + Years of experience
• I do not have any experience conducting outreach activities with individuals experiencing homelessness, including data collection, mapping encampments, and coordinating with service providers.

04

I have following years of experience preparing reports with data analysis and making recommendations based on research and outreach activities.

• less than 1 year of experience
• 1 - 2 years of experience
• 3 - 4 years of experience
• 5 + Years of experience
• I do not have any experience preparing reports with data analysis and making recommendations based on research and outreach activities.

05

I have a valid driver's license.

• Yes
• No

06

I am legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

• Yes
• No

Required Question