Homelessness/Community Services Manager

National Association of Development Organizations (NADO); Champaign (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Champaign invites applicants for the Homelessness/Community Services Manager to lead efforts to prevent and reduce homelessness. You will develop strategies, shape policy, manage data, and coordinate programs for residents facing housing insecurity.

Collaborate with community partners and internal departments to align resources, guide policy, manage grants and budgets, and promote long-term, sustainable solutions for vulnerable residents.

Job description

Are you passionate about creating an inclusive, equitable community where all residents have access to safe and stable housing? Do you thrive in mission‑driven work that blends strategy, collaboration, and meaningful impact? If so, the City of Champaign invites you to join them as the Homelessness/Community Services Manager and help lead efforts to prevent and reduce homelessness across our community. In this role, you’ll lead the City’s Homelessness Prevention Blueprint by developing strategies, shaping policy, managing data, and coordinating programs that support residents facing housing insecurity. You’ll collaborate closely with community partners, service providers, and internal departments to align resources, strengthen systems, and advance effective approaches to homelessness prevention and response. Each day brings meaningful work—guiding policy recommendations, managing grants and budgets, evaluating programs, fostering partnerships, and serving as a trusted City liaison to ensure Champaign moves toward long‑term, sustainable solutions for our most vulnerable community members.