Affordable Housing Policy & Operations Analyst (Opa3)

Initial Posting Date:
09/04/2024 Application Deadline:
09/17/2024 Agency:
Oregon Housing and Community Services Salary Range:
$5,747 - $8,831 Position Type:
Employee Position Title:
Affordable Housing Policy & Operations Analyst (OPA3) Job Description:
Oregon Housing & Community Services
Affordable Housing Policy & Operations Analyst
Operations & Policy Analyst 3
(Remote) - Salem and/or Portland, OR
Oregon Housing and Community Services (OHCS) is looking for a collaborative professional with policy expertise who has an ability to implement programs. If you are ready to hit the ground running with a dynamic and supportive team, don't miss this opportunity and apply today!
OUR COMMITMENT TO EQUITY, DIVERSITY, & INCLUSION
OHCS commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ+ community members, and others to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.
Our Vision is that all Oregonians can pursue prosperity and live free from poverty.
Our Mission is to provide stable and affordable housing and engage leaders to develop integrated statewide policy that addresses poverty and provides opportunity for Oregonians.
Our Core Values: Collaboration - Compassion - Equity - Integrity - Leadership - Transparency.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Working Condition: Remote but there is an expectation that the position has the ability to go to the administrative office or attend Conferences or meetings occasionally.
This position is permanent, full time, and represented by SEIU.
Per the SEIU CBA for OHCS represented positions, applicants who are current OHCS employees will be considered and interviewed before external applicants.
This position requires both a resume and a cover letter, the cover letter will need to address the desired attributes listed in this job posting.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
The purpose of this position is to conduct economic, technical, and policy analysis related to OHCS's Affordable Rental Housing funding strategies and priorities. This position will participate in program development, planning; develop and implement operational controls and reporting that serve to increase efficiency, clarity, and alignment with diverse efforts. The position will assist and/or lead new program implementation and one time program offerings.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
A Bachelor's Degree in Business or Public Administration, Behavioral or Social Sciences, Finance, Political Science or any degree demonstrating the capacity for the knowledge and skills; and four years professional-level evaluative, analytical and planning work.
OR;
Any combination of experience and education equivalent to seven years of experience that typically supports the knowledge and skills for the classification.
Note: the specific type of experience or education requirements will be listed by the recruiting agency based on the position under recruitment.
To request a copy of the position description, please contact: ********
DESIRED ATTRIBUTES
The most competitive candidates will possess the following attributes, experience, and knowledge:
Ability to critically analyze, interpret, and explain legislation, technical data and reports
Experience developing, implementing and/or administering housing programs
Experience in interpreting federal and/or state guidelines, laws and rules and the ability to synthesize this information into policy and process
Experience working with other federal, state and/or local housing resources
Ability to work independently, as a team and with partners or stakeholders
Experience promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion principles and practices in the workplace.
WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU
You will become part of an innovative and strategic group of professionals and enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package!
A positive environment that offers opportunities for career growth and cross-training.
An agency that supports and encourages work/life balance and overall wellness.
Generous benefits package including, employer-paid health insurance, vacation, and sick leave, eleven paid holidays, three paid personal days, flexible spending accounts, and an employer contribution retirement plan (PERS).
The posted salary range is the total possible range for the classification. Candidates are screened through a Pay Equity process that evaluates various factors. Please see the Pay Equity website for more information.
RECRUITMENT TIMELINE
*These dates are approximate and may change. *
Recruitment Closes: 09/17/2024
Recruiter Screening for Minimum Qualifications: On-going
Hiring Manager Screening for Requested Skills: On-going
1st Round of Interviews: Week of 10/07/2024
2nd Round of Interviews: If needed
Anticipated Start Date: 11/04/24
APPLICATION GUIDANCE AND REQUIREMENTS
Current State of Oregon employees: Apply via your employee Workday account.
External applicants: View this application instructional video. A PDF is also available by clicking here.
REQUIRED: Attach your most up-to-date Resume no more than 2 pages. Please ensure your Workday profile matches your submitted resume.
REQUIRED: Attach a Cover Letter (2 pages or less) that demonstrates how you meet the "Desired Attributes" for this position.
A Cover Letter that does not meet the required criteria will be graded as ineligible.
If you have questions about the job announcement, or need an alternate format to apply, please contact the HR Solutions Inbox at: ********
WHO WE ARE
Oregon Housing and Community Services (OHCS) is Oregon's housing finance agency. We provide financial and program support to create and preserve opportunities for quality, affordable housing for Oregonians of lower and moderate income. Our vision is that all Oregonians can pursue prosperity and to live free from poverty. Across Oregon, housing has emerged as a paramount concern. The lack of available housing, high rents and high home prices are driving rapid increases in housing instability and homelessness. The data is clear: too many Oregonians are without a safe, stable, and affordable place to call home.
OHCS is placing a greater emphasis on strategic planning and the way we invest our resources. Recently, we have restructured, refocused, and reimagined our agency. Our work has led to an increased emphasis on data, research, and customer service. We are carrying that effort forward with the Statewide Housing Plan. The plan articulates the extent of Oregon's housing problem and what we can do to address it. OHCS committed to the Housing Stability Council and our stakeholders that the plan will be responsive to the needs of the state.
OHCS released its Building Oregon's Future: 2023 Annual Report to update the agency's significant progress in meeting the goals outlined in the 2019 Statewide Housing Plan. We are now more than halfway into the five-year plan.
To learn more about Oregon Housing and Community Services, visit our website: https://www.oregon.gov/OHCS/pages/index.aspx
Affordable Rental Housing
Oregon Housing and Community Services (OHCS) provides stable, affordable housing and engages leaders to develop integrated statewide policy that addresses poverty and provides opportunity for Oregonians. OHCS' vision for the state is that all Oregonians have the opportunity to pursue prosperity and live free from poverty.
OHCS's Affordable Rental Housing division provides financial support to create and preserve quality, affordable rental housing for Oregonians of lower and moderate incomes. The Affordable Rental Housing division administers a host of high-profile state programs with a high level of visibility to state elected officials. The Division administers federal, and state funded multifamily rental housing resources to facilitate the increased availability of safe, decent, affordable housing for Oregonians with low incomes. This includes the financial underwriting to develop new multifamily affordable rental units and for the acquisition and rehabilitation of multifamily affordable rental units; the preservation of existing subsidized multifamily rental housing and the long-term maintenance of affordable rental housing through asset management and compliance, as well as managing HUD Section 8 State Contracts to ensure effective provision of thousands of affordable rental homes for the state of Oregon. The division oversees complex real estate transactions, manages risk, and facilitates financing to reach a diverse array of communities and stakeholders to best meet Oregon's affordable housing needs.
Affordable Rental Housing Division: Planning and Policy Section
The Planning and Policy section of the Affordable Rental Housing division is responsible for the implementation, oversight, and coordination of the division's activities. This includes implementation of new programs, coordinating changes in policy, facilitating program development stakeholder outreach; leading training and capacity building efforts; and ensuring opportunities for consistent, transparent engagement opportunities for the division's stakeholders, which will include the planning and coordination of a statewide housing conference. This group is responsible for participating in Agency planning efforts including reporting and metric tracking, planning, and programming the use of Agency development resources, developing concepts for legislative agendas, initiative planning and affordable housing systems thinking and coordination across the state. The Planning and Policy section collaborates with program and compliance staff on new program development, and leads the operationalization and implementation efforts, as well as facilitating efforts to innovate and streamline existing programs.
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If you need a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), have questions or need assistance with the application process, please send your request to ******** and include the job requisition number.
The salary listed is the non-PERS qualifying salary range. If the successful candidate is PERS qualifying, the salary range will reflect an additional 6.95%. Please review the Classification and Compensation page for more details.
Please save a copy of this job announcement for reference as it may not be available to view after the job closes.
Finalists will be subject to a computerized criminal history check.Adverse background data may be grounds for immediate disqualification.
Work Authorization: Oregon Housing & Community Services (OHCS) does not offer VISA sponsorships. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security's I-9 form containing authorization to work in the United States. OHCS will use E-Verify to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.
Veteran's Preference: Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given veterans' preference. For further information, please see the following website: Veterans Resources. NOTE: If claiming veterans' preference please be sure to check your Workday account for pending tasks or actions under your "My Applications" section.
APPENDIX
Emails
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Links
Application Instructional PDF
Application Instructional Video
Benefits Information
Classification and Compensation Page
OHCS Website
Oregon's Statewide Housing Plan - Halfway Progress Report
Oregon's Statewide Housing Plan - Full Plan
Pay Equity
Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)
Veterans Resources