Housing Grant Analyst 2

State of Ohio; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 37,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio Department of Development is seeking a Housing Grant Analyst 2 to provide administration and compliance for community-based projects, review funding applications, and assist with policy development. The role involves on-site visits, inspecting project work, and coordinating with homeowners to resolve issues.

Based in Columbus, OH, the position requires knowledge of lead-based paint regulations and federal/state housing programs (HOME, CDBG, Welcome Home Ohio).

Qualifications

• Completion of undergraduate core program in business administration/public administration, urban planning or political science.
• Or 36 months training or 36 months experience in planning, developing &/or implementing housing &/or homeless grant programs or real estate sales.
• Must be able to provide own transportation.

Responsibilities

• Travel throughout the state of Ohio to monitor grantees & community-based projects through on-site visits, review scope of work, project specifications and ensure completion.
• Inspect homes’ quality of workmanship and compliance with building codes and standards (Residential Rehabilitation Standards, International Property Maintenance Code & Residential Code of Ohio).
• Thorough knowledge of federal and state funded housing grant programs and regulations (HOME, CDBG, Welcome Home Ohio).
• Discuss project with homeowners to learn and address unresolved issues; record site observations and develop action plans to address deficiencies.

Skills

Housing

Grant administration

Site visits

Regulatory compliance

Education

Undergraduate core program in business/public administration/urban planning/political science

Job description

All job postings will expire at 11:59 PM Eastern Time on the application deadline.

Organization: Ohio Department of Development

Agency Contact Name and Information: [e-mail]

Work Location: 77 South High Street, 26th Floor
Columbus, Ohio, 43215
United States

Compensation: $31.47 per hour

Schedule: Permanent - Full Time

Work Hours: Day Hours, M-F

Classified Indicator: Classified

Union: OCSEA

Primary Job Skill: Housing

Who We Are

The Ohio Department of Development’s Community Development Division is seeking a Housing Grant Analyst 2 who will: provide administration and compliance for community-based projects, review applications for funding, make recommendations for funding, assist with policy development, and provide technical assistance to housing grantees.

What You'll Do

• Travel throughout thestate of Ohio to monitor grantees & community-based projects through on-site visits: reviews scope of work & project specifications & ensures completion; inspect homes’ quality of workmanship & compliance with appropriate building codes & standards (e.g., Residential Rehabilitation Standards, International Property Maintenance Code & the Residential Code of Ohio).


• Requiresknowledge of Lead Based Paint regulations; both state and federal.


• Thorough knowledge of federal and state funded housing grant programs and regulations, including but not limited to HOME, CDBG, and Welcome Home Ohio.


• Handleclient concerns regarding program participation and work completed. Discuss project with homeowner to learn & address any unresolved issues; includes site visits to record any work/construction deficiencies; develop a plan of action to address deficiencies.

Additional Information

This position is required to work in the office Monday-Friday with flexibility in starting and ending times. The job is located in the Vern Riffe building, 77 South High St. Columbus, OH 43215

Why Work for the State of Ohio:

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

• Medical Coverage


• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period


• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year


• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave


• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)


• Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

Qualifications:

• Completion of undergraduate core program in business administration/public administration, urban planning or political science 12 mosnths training or 12 months experience in planning, developing &/or implementing housing &/or homeless grant programs or real estate sales.


• Or 36 months training or 36 months experience in planning, developing &/or implementing housing &/or homeless grant programs or real estate sales.


• Must be able to provide own transportation.

ADA Statement:

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

Drug-Free Workplace:

The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.