Housing Asset Work Lead (Community & Economic Development IV)

About the position

The Housing Asset Work Lead (Community & Economic Development IV) is responsible for overseeing compliance monitoring for projects receiving financial assistance from various federal and state funding sources. This role involves analyzing, negotiating, advising, training, and managing a portfolio of housing projects to ensure they meet compliance standards and contribute to the mission of providing safe, decent, and affordable housing to low and moderate-income residents in Colorado.

Responsibilities
• Lead compliance team members in compliance monitoring, assigning tasks and monitoring work schedules.
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• Develop and plan on-site monitoring reviews to detect agency violations and failures in compliance.
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• Analyze contractor financial control and management systems for compliance with HUD and OMB requirements.
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• Write compliance monitoring letters and review contractor responses for adherence to regulations.
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• Review contract files to ensure completeness and accuracy before handoff to Housing Development Specialists.
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• Follow up on missing or insufficient quality documents with Housing Development Specialists or grantees.
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• Ensure compliance with all contractual requirements throughout the contract term.
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• Generate option letters and initiate contract amendments as needed.
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• Review contractor performance reports to assess project status and compliance.
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• Release DOH funds based on project performance reports and reimbursement requests.
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• Provide technical assistance to state contractors in using funding resources and conducting housing needs assessments.

Requirements
• Seven years of experience with federal housing assistance programs, grant management, or affordable housing consulting.
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• A combination of related education and experience equaling seven years in business management, public administration, housing, or related fields.
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• Ability to interpret federal and state regulations and read financial statements.
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• Strong attention to detail, critical thinking, and teamwork orientation.
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• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and Word.

Nice-to-haves
• Experience as a permanent State of Colorado employee in housing resources.
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• Knowledge of federal and state housing programs.
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• Contract management or monitoring experience.
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• Experience providing technical assistance regarding program guidelines.

Benefits
• Medical and Dental Plans
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• Flexible Retirement Plans including PERA options
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• Employee Wellness Programs
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• Paid Life Insurance
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• 11 paid Holidays plus Vacation and Sick Leave
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• Short and Long-Term Disability Coverage
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• RTD Eco Pass for eligible employees
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• Flexible work schedule and hybrid work options
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• Training opportunities
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• Discounts on services and products through the Work-Life Employment Discount Program

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