Program Officer

Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency seeks an administrative professional to support Agency programs, manage documentation, and assist with grant-related processes in Harrisburg, PA. The role involves evaluating funding applications, monitoring awarded projects, and coordinating outreach activities for program promotion.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree and 2–3 years of related experience, with emphasis on grant management and housing program knowledge.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required or comparable work experience.
• Minimum 2–3 years of demonstrated related experience.
• Experience with grant management and housing/community development programs preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support for Agency programs and maintain application materials and documentation.
• Review and evaluate funding applications for eligibility, feasibility, and funding considerations.
• Assist with monitoring and compliance of awarded projects and communicate with grantees.
• Promote departmental programs through data tracking, marketing, and outreach activities.
• Coordinate development and publication of an annual Spotlight Report for staff, stakeholders, and the Board.
• Conduct research on best practices and trends related to grant management and housing programs.
• Collaborate with the Office of Strategic Planning to support planning and policy initiatives.
• Attend training and professional development activities as assigned.

Skills

Administrative support

Data tracking

Oral & written communication

Policy awareness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in public administration / business administration / nonprofit management / urban planning / community or economic development / project management

Job description

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Job Description

Essential Functions

• Provide administrative support for Agency programs, including preparing, updating, and maintaining application materials, forms, and related program documentation.
• Review, analyze, and evaluate funding applications submitted to Agency programs, and provide recommendations regarding eligibility, feasibility, and funding considerations.
• Assist with the monitoring and compliance of awarded projects, including corresponding with grantees, reviewing and tracking progress and closeout reports, and monitoring ongoing affordability requirements.
• Assist with the promotion of departmental programs through data tracking and analysis, marketing and outreach activities, project site visits, and participating in groundbreaking ceremonies, ribbon cuttings, and other events throughout the Commonwealth.
• Coordinate the development and publication of an annual Spotlight Report, showcasing past and current projects for Agency staff, stakeholders, and the Board of Directors
• Conduct research and document best practices, procedures, and emerging trends related to grant management and housing and community development programs.
• Collaborate with members of the Office of Strategic Planning and Policy to provide administrative and program support for departmental planning, program development, and policy initiatives.
• Attend and participate in training, conferences, meetings, and other professional development activities relevant to the position, as assigned.

Education: Bachelor’s degree in public administration, business administration, nonprofit management, urban planning, community or economic development, project management, or another closely related field. Comparable work experience is also acceptable.

Experience: Minimum 2-3 years of demonstrated related experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Qualifications

Bachelor of Science, Relevant professional experience (2-5 years)

Experience

Relevant professional experience (2-5 years)

EEO Statement

As an employer, PHFA is committed to having a workforce that is diverse and reflects the residents that it serves. We strive to maintain a workplace where all employees and applicants for employment receive equal opportunities in all aspects of employment. There are numerous policies in place at PHFA to help us honor this commitment.

The Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, disability, family status, gender, national origin, political affiliation, race or religion.

Diversity Statement

PHFA values, honors and commits to the equitable treatment and elimination of discrimination in all forms. We are committed to the diversity of all staff, and in all programs and services offered.