Section 3 and Small Business Development Coordinator (Senior Program Coordinator)

King County Housing Authority; Tukwila (WA); Hybrid; USD 88,000 - 123,000; Full time

Job summary

King County Housing Authority seeks a collaborative Section 3 and Small Business Development Coordinator to lead program implementation, compliance, and resident-focused entrepreneurship initiatives in our funded projects. You will connect residents with employment, training, and contracting opportunities while ensuring HUD Section 3 requirements are met.

Work with internal teams and external partners to expand economic opportunities, monitor data, provide onboarding and training, and develop

Qualifications

• Associate degree and experience in contract compliance, program development, small business development, or related fields.
• Equivalent combination of experience and education acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Provides technical guidance on Section 3 requirements and contracting opportunities.
• Implements and monitors Section 3 compliance including labor hour benchmarks.
• Develops policies, procedures, and reporting processes for Section 3.
• Coordinates workforce development initiatives with trade schools and unions.
• Develops resident-focused small business development programs.
• Collaborates with departments and stakeholders to advance Section 3 objectives.

Skills

Attention to detail

Contract compliance

Data analysis

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Associate’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Project

Planner

Outlook

Teams

SharePoint

Job description

King County Housing Authority (KCHA) is seeking a collaborative, detail-oriented, and mission-driven Section 3 and Small Business Development Coordinator to lead and advance KCHA's Section 3 Program and resident-focused small business development initiatives. This position plays a critical role in connecting KCHA residents and other income-eligible community members with employment, training, and contracting opportunities generated through KCHA-funded projects while ensuring compliance with U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Section 3 requirements. The position also leads the development, implementation and coordination of KCHA’s small business development initiatives designed to empower residents and KCHA-assisted household to develop and grow small businesses capable of competing for public works and other contracting opportunities. The successful candidate will partner with internal departments, contractors, workforce development organizations, educational institutions, and community stakeholders to expand economic opportunities, support workforce development initiatives, and promote equitable access to career pathways. Through program administration, outreach, compliance monitoring, data analysis, relationship-building, entrepreneurship training, and business development programming, the Section 3 Coordinator helps ensure KCHA's investments create meaningful opportunities for the communities we serve.

To learn more about KCHA and our Mission visit this link.

We transform lives through housing.

• Provides technical guidance to Section 3 businesses, contractors, residents, community partners and relevant KCHA staff regarding Section 3 requirements, contracting opportunities, procurement processes, workforce development programs, and small business development resources.
• Implements and monitors compliance with Section 3 requirements, including achieving HUD mandated labor hour benchmarks for Section 3 and Targeted Section 3 workers, while prioritizing hiring of public housing residents, Section 8 participants, YouthBuild participants, and other low-income individuals.
• Develops, administers, and monitors policies, procedures, reporting processes, and program requirements to ensure compliance with Section 3 regulations and KCHA objectives.
• Develops and delivers onboarding curriculum to support deeper understanding of Section 3 compliance and related economic opportunity initiatives.
• Coordinates workforce development initiatives by partnering with trade schools, Union apprenticeship programs, and community organizations to provide training,certifications, internships, and career pathway opportunities. Conducts outreach to promote awareness of employment, training, and contracting opportunities.
• Develops, implements, and administers a resident-focused small business development program designed to help public housing residents and other KCHA-assisted households, pursue entrepreneurship and establish businesses capable of competing for public works and other government contracting opportunities.
• Collaborates with KCHA departments and external stakeholders to identify projects, opportunities, partnerships, and resources that advance Section 3 compliance, workforce development, economic mobility, and small business development objectives.
• Related special projects and other work as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Associate’s degree AND
• Considerable experience with contract compliance, program development, small business development and entrepreneurship, or closely related fields OR
• An equivalent combination of experience and education that provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Understands technical aspects of the position and continuously builds knowledge, keeping up to date on the substantive and procedural aspects of the position.
  • Thorough knowledge of public works contracting procedures, monitoring, and assessment
    • General knowledge of the construction industry.
• Cultural sensitivity and competency, which is essential in serving economically disadvantaged, diverse populations with a particular focus on households that often fall through the community-based safety net.
  • Thorough knowledge of Federal regulations governing resident training and employment.
• Maintains current knowledge of regulations, policies, and procedures related to Section 3.
• Knowledge of business development and entrepreneurship best practices, with a particular emphasis on the construction industry and associated skilled trades.

• Demonstrated experience maintaining records (manual and electronic) and performing substantial volumes of data entry with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Skill in tracking and maintaining hours worked, contracts, flow charts, and technical reports;
• Communicates with clarity and professionalism in both verbal and written formats, including the preparation of factual and policy-based documentation.
  • Ability to compose and prepare strong technical correspondence; demonstrated proofreading and editing skills.
  • Ability to understand, interpret and explain difficult materials with complicated information that may contain excerpts from regulatory and/or legal documents to all levels of the organization.
• Ability to use tact, discretion, and diplomacy when dealing with sensitive or confidential information.
• Effective interpersonal relations skills with the ability to work collaboratively to garner trust, respect, and confidence from others; can be relied upon to achieve excellent results; ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• A collaborative team member with well-developed organizational and time management skills; ability to develop effective working relationships; works cooperatively, exchanges ideas, and addresses issues in a constructive manner.
• Demonstrated skill with Microsoft Products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Planner, Outlook, Teams, and SharePoint).

Special Requirements

• Final candidate(s) may be required to complete a criminal background check in accordance with applicable law.
• Final candidate(s) must possess a valid driver's license to travel between work sites as required and have an acceptable driving record at time of appointment and throughout employment.

Physical Requirements

Incumbent(s) must be able to meet the physical requirements of the classification and have mobility, balance, coordination, vision, hearing and dexterity levels appropriate to the functions performed. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Salary & Benefits

The starting salary range for this position is $87,979.00 - $105,573.98 annually dependent on qualifications and professional experience. The complete salary range for this position is $87,979.00 - $123,170.15 annually. Performance based merit increase opportunities and Cost of Living Adjustments (COLA) are reviewed on an annual basis. A comprehensive health care benefits package for you and your dependents includes medical, dental and vision insurance, life and long-term disability insurance plans, vacation, sick and personal leave, tuition reimbursement, and retirement benefits are also available. For more details regarding KCHA comprehensive benefits, please visit our benefits page.

Work Environment

After initial onboarding, this role will have the opportunity to work remotely in accordance with the KCHA's flexible work arrangements; however, remote work conditions will be reviewed on a regular basis based on business and program need. Employees must reside in Washington State and having the ability to report to the Central Office in Tukwila will be required. Some local travel may be required to support KCHA business needs.

Equal Opportunity

King County Housing Authority is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.