Veteran Housing Programs Manager (Trauma-Informed)

Volunteers of America Colorado; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation Time

Paid Holidays

Health, Dental, Vision

Pension Plan

403b Retirement Plan with Agency Match

Job summary

Volunteers of America Colorado is seeking a Program Manager to lead the Veteran Transitional Housing Program (GPD), delivering trauma-informed, housing-focused services to veterans experiencing homelessness. You will supervise staff, manage operations and budgets, ensure compliance with VA, federal, state, and local regulations, and drive contract outcomes.

This role operates within a shelter and transitional housing system, requires on-call rotations for 24/7 operations, and emphasizes

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in public administration, business administration, human services, or a closely related field or relevant experience.
• 1 year of direct supervisory or management experience.
• Demonstrated ability to fulfill relevant program compliance and administrative requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams of human service professionals.
• Demonstrated abilities in effectively managing program grant agreements, contracts, and finances.
• Must possess a Colorado driver’s license and state‑mandated automobile insurance.
• Must possess a personal vehicle that may be used for work‑related travel (reimbursement for mileage is available).
• Must complete agency and program credentialing within 12 weeks of hire and maintain credentialing standards thereafter.

Responsibilities

• Supervises staff and ensures supervision and evaluation aligned with job descriptions.
• Manages program operations and budgets; ensures grant compliance and reporting.
• Ensures adherence to applicable VA, federal, state, and local regulations.
• Fosters accountability, continuous improvement, and staff development.
• Maintains strong relationships with community stakeholders and funders.
• Coordinates with administrative services for financial, personnel, and operational standards.
• Monitors program data to assess effectiveness and outcomes.

Skills

Leadership

Financial management

Operational management

Grants/contracts management

Staff supervision

Communication

Self-care

Education

Bachelor’s degree in public administration

Bachelor’s degree in business administration

Relevant experience

Master’s degree in public administration

Job description

Volunteers of America Colorado is seeking a Program Manager to lead the Veteran Transitional Housing Program (GPD), delivering trauma-informed, housing-focused services to veterans experiencing homelessness. You will supervise staff, manage operations and budgets, ensure compliance with VA, federal, state, and local regulations, and drive contract outcomes.

This role operates within a shelter and transitional housing system, requires on-call rotations for 24/7 operations, and emphasizes