Housing Coordinator (Contract Position) On-Site Full Time Bloomington, IL Posted 5 days ago 10,660 Monthly McLean County Regional Planning Commission

HOUSING COORDINATOR

(This is a state grant-funded contract position) Housing Coordinator (Contract Position)

• McLean County Regional Planning Commission (MCRPC), Bloomington, Illinois Contract Position Compensation
• $10,660 monthly (without benefits) Contract Period End Date
• Through October 2027 (with potential for extension subject to grantor's approval) ____________________________________________________________________________________________ The Housing Coordinator is responsible for undertaking and coordinating the implementation of the Regional Housing Recovery Plan adopted by MCRPC (MCRPC | Our Regional Housing Recovery Plan Available), particularly the "Strategic Recommendations" and "Implementation Matrix" sections (Pages 37-50) at the direction of the Implementation Committee and the Executive Director of MCRPC .

Reporting directly to the Executive Director of MCRPC, this position will track the status of housing programs in McLean County and foster relationships between federal/state/local governments, major employers, regional municipalities, public agencies, financial institutions, for-profit/non-profit organizations and other housing partners and stakeholders to fund and develop more affordable and market-rate housing projects. The Housing Coordinator will conduct outreach to national/regional/local residential developers to entice them to expand their housing products into McLean County. The Housing Coordinator will organize and help facilitate meetings between governmental entities, developers, etc. to foster a cross-sectoral collaboration to address the regional housing crisis and shortage including but not limited to affordable, workforce, and market-rate housing. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Implement the Regional Housing Recovery Plan under the direction of the Implementation Committee and the Executive Director during the grant performance period. Grant application procedures and practice. Monitoring and understanding of the housing markets and real estate practices. Track the status of housing programs and resources in McLean County. Foster partnerships between federal/state/local governments, major employers, regional municipalities, public agencies, financial institutions, for-profit/non-profit organizations and other housing partners and stakeholders to fund and develop more affordable and market-rate housing projects. Develop a comprehensive online guide to housing programs and resources to provide technical assistance to local housing developers. Conduct outreach to national, regional, and local residential developers to encourage expansion of their housing products into McLean County. Organize and facilitate Implementation Committee meetings and cross-sectoral collaboration among governmental entities, developers, builders, and community organizations to address affordable, workforce, and market-rate housing needs. Develop a Housing Education Campaign, with goals of: Building partnerships with local media Creating educational materials tailored to specific populations such as young professionals, first-time homebuyers, and seniors Organizing community outreach events to promote public participation Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Project Management

• develops project plans, communicates progress, and completes projects within budget and in a timely manner. Knowledge of Housing Programs and Policies
• Including, but not limited to, affordable housing policies, fair housing law, HOME, CDBG, LIHTC, Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers, etc., as well as barriers to accessing and maintaining affordable housing Knowledge of Local, State and Federal Laws and Regulations
• Understands laws and regulations that govern housing programs, as well as local and regional governance Housing Financing
• Good knowledge of methods of financing affordable housing construction and rehabilitation. Technical Writing
• prepares technical documents, reports, executive summaries, for the Implementation Committee, Executive Director, and others as needed. Communication
• communicates clearly and professionally through both written and verbal communication. Critical Thinking
• demonstrates strong critical thinking, including the ability to analyze complex problems, and make informed decisions within the time constraints of the project. Self-management
• able to work independently and follow through on tasks with minimal supervision, demonstrating a sense of accountability, and decision-making. Coordination
• coordinates effectively with entities, such as the Implementation Committee, developers, government agencies, non-profit organizations, etc. to deliver plans successfully. Community Engagement
• skilled in engaging with communities, facilitating public meetings and incorporating stakeholder input. Conflict Resolution
• able to find common ground between stakeholders with varying goals or perspectives to move the project forward. Knowledge and Proficiency in Microsoft Office or Related Applications
• in Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, Adobe Creative Suite, etc. GIS Mapping Skills
• Working knowledge or skills preferred.

Required Qualifications Candidates for this position must at minimum have a Bachelor's degree in Urban Planning, Public Policy, Public Administration, or other related fields and a minimum of four (4) years of related professional experience working in the arena of community development, housing financing and development, affordable and supportive housing, housing rehabilitation programs, etc., OR a Master's degree in one of the above fields and at least three (3) years of relevant professional experience. Given the nature of the position, a valid driver's license is required. To apply for this job please visit admin.mcleancountyil.gov .