ATA Services Inc. is seeking to hire a Housing Grant Manager for a temporary assignment in Santa Fe, NM. The position is NOT remote.
- Pay Rate: $33.65 per hour with weekly pay
- Start Date: ASAP
- Assignment End Date: 6/30/25, with possible extension
- Schedule: Monday - Friday; 8-5pm
- Location: Santa Fe, NM
Position Overview:
The Housing Grant Manager will oversee and manage the administration of housing grants awarded to organizations, municipalities, tribal nations, and regional entities within the DFA/Local Government Division. This role combines the responsibilities of grant program management and compliance monitoring, ensuring grantees follow funding guidelines, adhere to project milestones, and use grant funds appropriately throughout the lifecycle of housing development projects. The Housing Grant Manager will work closely with grantees, assess performance, track progress against established housing goals, and collaborate with key stakeholders to advance New Mexico's housing initiatives, as outlined by the state legislation.
Key Responsibilities:
Grant Award Management
- Review and approve housing grant applications in accordance with established criteria, ensuring alignment with state housing goals.
- Negotiate grant agreements, ensuring clear terms and expectations for funding, project timelines, and performance metrics.
- Process grant payments according to the approved schedules, ensuring the correct and timely disbursement of funds.
- Provide guidance to grantees on the completion and submission of required documentation, including financial reports and progress updates.
- Compliance Monitoring
- Regularly review and assess grantee reports to ensure adherence to state grant guidelines and funding regulations.
- Identify potential compliance issues and work proactively to address them, providing technical assistance when necessary.
- Conduct site visits to monitor project activities, verify the use of funds, and ensure proper implementation of housing initiatives.
- Ensure that grantees maintain financial accountability and compliance with local, state, and federal housing regulations.
Performance Evaluation
- Track grantee progress against established housing goals, project milestones, and budget allocations.
- Analyze performance metrics and data from reports to assess the effectiveness and impact of funded housing projects.
- Provide regular feedback to grantees, offering technical assistance to improve project outcomes and ensure that objectives are met.
- Review and evaluate the overall impact of housing programs, ensuring that the state's housing production goals are being met.
- Communication and Relationship Building
- Maintain regular communication with grantee organizations, providing updates on reporting requirements and addressing concerns as they arise.
- Foster positive relationships with grantee organizations to encourage transparency, collaboration, and efficient problem-solving.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for grantees, offering support throughout the grant lifecycle and ensuring their needs are met.
Reporting and Documentation
- Prepare and submit comprehensive grant reports to funders and stakeholders, detailing financial statements, program progress, and impact metrics.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date records for all grants, ensuring compliance with reporting requirements and audit standards.
- Ensure that housing data, project progress, and financial documentation are regularly updated and submitted to the appropriate state agencies, including the Legislative Finance Committee.
- Technical Assistance and Capacity Building
- Provide technical assistance to grantees, local governments, and other stakeholders on housing regulations, zoning issues, and development strategies.
- Support local and regional capacity-building efforts to improve housing regulations and foster housing development.
- Assist in creating and aligning new housing programs that meet the needs of low-income households and those experiencing homelessness.
- Policy and Legislative Support
- Assist in analyzing state housing policies and legislation related to housing development, homelessness, and fair housing.
- Work closely with the Local Government Director, CDB Bureau Chief and other state agencies to ensure housing goals are met through effective policy implementation and investments.
- Monitor housing program data to ensure that policies and programs are achieving the desired outcomes.
- Homelessness Services and Prevention
- Support efforts to integrate homelessness services with broader housing initiatives, ensuring the alignment of state and local programs.
- Coordinate with local governments and non-profits to develop and expand homelessness prevention services, ensuring that vulnerable populations receive necessary support.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Urban Planning, Public Administration, Housing Development, or a related field.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in grant management, affordable housing programs, or related fields.
- Strong understanding of housing policy, grant management principles, and compliance regulations.
- Experience in reviewing and processing grant applications and managing payments.
- Familiarity with financial oversight, including reviewing financial reports and budgets.
- Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
- Knowledge of federal and state housing programs, including those related to low-income housing and homelessness.
- Ability to provide technical assistance and evaluate project performance.
- Proficiency with grant management software and project management tools.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master's degree in a related field.
- Experience in affordable housing financing mechanisms such as tax credits and bonds.
- Familiarity with state and local housing regulations, zoning, and building codes.
ATA Services, Inc., provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, we comply with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
ATA Services, Inc., expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.
Compensation details: 33.65 Hourly Wage
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