HUMAN, HOMELESS AND FAMILY SERVICES DEPARTMENT

Program Analyst II - Homelessness Specialist II Under general supervision, the Program Analyst II - Homelessness Specialist primarily performs tasks to ensure proper management, compliance, and evaluation of the effectiveness of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and City of Detroit General Fund programs, specializing in programs designed to assist clients experiencing homelessness. The Homelessness Specialist II is located within the City of Detroit Human, Homeless and Family Services Department. Analyze and evaluate, on a quantitative or qualitative basis, the effectiveness of program operations in meeting established goals and objectives. Assist subrecipients/contractors implement program design, including but not limited to onsite technical assistance, coordinating services, case conferencing, and data collection activities. Review audits and investigative reports to determine appropriate changes or corrective action required by sub recipients. Perform and support grant and professional service application development as directed and in coordination with City department staff. Participate, analyze, and evaluate contract and grants and assistance applications. Prepare, process, issue, and track contract and grants and assistance awards in collaboration with and in cooperation with the Office of Grants Management as well as ensure and monitor compliance with all terms and conditions of reporting requirements. Gather contract and grant-related data and reports from City departments and perform the electronic filing of that information into the centralized grants management system. Monitor and analyze grantee financial and progress reports in accordance with the requirements of the grant award to assure funds are properly expended. Assist with final review of completed awards, make appropriate adjustments or disallowances, and process close-outs in a timely and compliant manner. Conduct post-award reviews and analyses to identify management, financial, and administrative issues. Testify before grant committees and at other public forums with recommendations in the area of funding, special conditions, and grant administration to provide expert technical advice. Work with team members to identify promising and strategic grant opportunities in both the private and public sectors. Collaborate and participate with the Office of Contracting and Procurement in the coordination of the bid process with other staff, contractors, and vendors to ensure bids are obtained in a timely manner. Provide assistance to agencies and departments in preparing for internal and external HUD and financial audits and maintain internal record inventory system providing ease of access as audit requests are made. Recommend changes to management in response to audit results. Represent the department in meetings internally and with external partners as required. Respond to and resolve difficult and sensitive citizen inquiries and complaints. Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, with major course of work in social work, community development, public administration, public policy, urban studies, economics, or a closely related field. Minimum of two (2) years of professional experience including project management-related activities, systematic review, analysis, interpretation, and evaluation of grants, housing development, or other related experience. Qualifications (preferred): One (1) year of experience in homelessness services, preferably in Detroit. Experience working with or for non-profit organizations with human service missions. Equivalency Equivalent combinations of education and experience that provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be evaluated on an individual basis.

Evaluation Plan Interview:

70%

Evaluation of Training, Experience & Personal Qualifications:

30% Total of Interview and Evaluation T.E.

P:

100% Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of federal regulations, laws, and policies regarding homelessness including the McKinney-Vento Homelessness Assistance Act. Knowledge of the substantive nature of agency programs and activities; agency missions, policies, and objectives. Knowledge of the analytical and evaluative methods and techniques for assessing program development or execution and improving organizational effectiveness and efficiency. Knowledge of the operations and offerings of non-profit programs, and best practices in human service delivery. Skill in representing the department in meetings with internal and external stakeholders; facilitate meetings, take minutes, and respond to public inquiry. Skill in the use of Microsoft Office programs (i.e. Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint). Skill in the use of Homelessness Management Information System (HMIS), preferred. Ability to demonstrate a high level of emotional intelligence in sensitive situations with members of the public. Ability to complete assignments with little oversight while managing multiple competing priorities. Ability to manage competing interests between competing entities. Ability to communicate clearly in oral and written communications including the development of presentations and reports. Physical Demands The employee generally remains in a stationary position for an extended period of time operating standard office equipment which may include computers, telephones, photocopiers, and fax machines. The employee is expected to move about to accomplish tasks such as opening file cabinets and moving files. Must be able to lift, push, pull, and carry up to 20 pounds. Work Environment Work is performed primarily in an office environment. Some work requires travel to meetings, conferences, and other work sites with exposure to seasonal weather conditions. The above statements describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to the class. Incumbents may be required to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this specification. Specific job duties may vary from position to position. T he City of Detroit is an Equal Opportunity Employer. No applicant for employment shall be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other criteria prohibited by City, State, or Federal law