Title: HSNH (Homeless and Special Needs Housing) Program Analyst

State Role Title: Policy And Planning Specialist I

Hiring Range: $56K- $67K

Pay Band: 4

Agency: Dept of Housing & Cmnty Devel

Location: Main Street Centre

Agency Website: dhcd.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

*DHCD Welcomes Veterans and Veteran Spouses*

Join Our Team at the Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development!

Are you passionate about making a positive impact in your community? Do you have a strong desire to help those in need? If you answered "yes" to the questions above, DHCD is the right place for you. This position was created with individuals like you in mind. Take the first step towards achieving your goals by joining our team. Apply now and be a part of our mission to create positive change in the community by being committed to creating safe, affordable, and prosperous communities to live, work, and do business in Virginia! As a part of the Division of Housing, you will have the opportunity to impact the lives of others.

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DHCD is looking for a Homeless and Special Needs Housing Program Analyst who will:
• Provide support and administrative oversight for the state-wide cloud-based Homeless Management Information Systems (HMIS) data warehouse.
• Collaborate statewide with Continua of Care (CoCs) and Virginia Balance of State Local Planning Groups (LPGs) to effectively use the data warehouse around the system and project analysis, evaluation, and care coordination.
• Support the analyses of the homeless services programs administered by DHCD to ensure that the homeless and special needs housing unit can address community needs and comply with agency, state, and federal requirements.
• Maintain clear and timely communication with community partners, homeless services providers, and other stakeholders.
• Stay up to date on industry best practices and regulatory changes that impact the collection of data related to the administration of homeless services programs.

This position helps to meet the Unit’s mission of addressing housing needs by working with the Continua of Care and the array of programs that support the delivery of homeless services across the Commonwealth to make homelessness rare, brief, and one-time. (DHCD) partners with state, federal, local, and nonprofit housing and community and economic development initiatives. DHCD invests over $350 million annually in addition to $2 billion in federal recovery programs as a partner to Virginia communities to create safe, affordable, and prosperous communities to live, work, and do business in Virginia.

Commonwealth of Virginia benefits/incentives include:
Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
Tuition Reimbursement
Dental/Medical/Vision plans
Sick, Family/Personal, Annual, Civil, Military, and Community Service Leave
Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
Disability Plans (Short and Long Term)
Retirement and Savings plans
Life and Long-Term Care Insurance
Commonwealth of VA Employee ONLY discounts

This position is telework eligible.

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Minimum Qualifications

• Must be able to engage in periodic overnight travel. A valid Virginia driver’s license is required.
• Experience in data collection methods, data management, and data analysis techniques is required.
• Experience using spreadsheets and database programs is required.
• Knowledge of data collection methods, data management, and data analysis techniques.
• Ability to apply knowledge of data collection methods, data management, and data analysis techniques to interpret/analyze data, compile reports, and support the development recommendations.
• Ability to aggregate data, and use computer applications to manage data including appropriate software such as spreadsheets, database graphics, or other applications to report program data.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing including presenting data with contextual narrative.
• Demonstrated ability to facilitate group meetings with participants of varying capacities and diversity.
• Considerable interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team environment.
• Experience in conducting and providing, training workshops, making technical presentations, and effectively communicating to facilitate group discussions with diverse populations, team members, and stakeholders.
• Work experience and proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) to create reports, draft documents and create presentations.

Additional Considerations

• Knowledge of the Homeless Management Information System (HMIS) and Housing and Urban Development. (HUD) data reporting requirements are preferred.
• Ability to manage federal reporting systems preferred.
• Knowledge of federal and state homeless services programs is preferred.
• Experience in grant administration and project management preferred.
• Experience in managing multiple programs, priorities, and fiscal resources preferred.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Special Instructions

Application Process:
Individuals desiring to be considered for this position must submit a completed employment application or you may attach a resume before the position’s closing date. Applications/changes received after the closing date will not be considered. Applications sent through postal mail, email, or fax will not be considered.

Applicants are encouraged to be specific regarding job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and abilities.

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
Supplemental Questions:
You may be required to respond to position-specific questions at the end of this application. This information may help us evaluate your credentials and qualifications for the job. Failure to respond to any questions may disqualify you from further consideration. Answers should be reflected in jobs and positions held.
Background and Reference Checks:
Selected applicants are subject to a background investigation and reference checks. Investigations may include fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI); local agency checks; employment verification; verification of education (if required and relevant to employment); credit checks; and other checks based on the position.

Lay off Policy 1.3:
If you have been impacted by the DHRM Policy 1.3 layoff and have a valid Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Card) or Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Card), it is necessary to submit the card before the closing date for this position. You can include the Card as an attachment with your state application.

DHCD Welcomes Veterans and Spouses:
We are committed to recruiting, hiring, and retaining qualified Veterans and their spouses. Veterans who are hired into state positions may be eligible to receive additional leave accruals based on their total years of service in the military, National Guard, or Reserve. If applicable, please submit form DD-214 with your state application.

Sponsorship:
The Commonwealth of Virginia welcomes all applicants authorized to work in the United States. Sponsorship is not provided; therefore, applicants must be a citizen or national of the U.S., a Lawful Permanent Resident, or an alien authorized to work.

Reasonable Accommodations:
Accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact our Human Resources Department for further assistance.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
The Department of Housing and Community Development practices fair and equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. It is our policy to prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, political affiliation, genetics, or disability in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce. Qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. It is our goal to foster a culture that demonstrates the principles of civility, diversity, opportunity, and inclusion.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:
DHCD is committed to providing valuable opportunities for a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment where all employees feel supported. DHCD seeks to work with partners, grantees and vendors who demonstrate a commitment to diversity and inclusion as a practice and have a demonstrated record of this commitment.

Alternative Hiring Process:
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.
Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.

Contact Information

Name: Human Resources

Phone: N/A

Email: rr-recruitment1@dhcd.virginia.gov

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.