Development Specialist III (Section 3 & Fair Housing)

Full-time position available with the Housing & Community Development Department, Federal Programs Division located at 414 East 12th Street
Salary Range: $5,794-$8,833/month
Normal Work Days/Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Application Deadline Date: October 22, 2024


Responsibilities

Section 3:

• Provides staff training and administers continuous quality improvement.
• Reviews and approve construction project(s) pay estimates as necessary.
• Project monitoring including reviewing and approving or rejecting Section 3 LCP tracker Labor Software System documents.
• Provides timely technical assistance to contractors, clients, and internal departmental staff.
• Researches, analyzes, summarizes, and prepares all Section 3 Reports required by HUD, IDIS, and the Texas General Land Office in coordination with the Section 3 Sr. Program Manager.
• Performs administrative duties in reviewing and investigating compliance with Section 3 requirements.
• Updates Standard Operating Procedures, Policies, and Procedures.
• Assures forms are up to date and in compliance with Section 3 requirements, including annual income limits.
• Conducts Pre-bid/construction conferences to discuss and inform sub-recipients, contractors, and other applicable parties about Section 3 requirements in federally funded construction projects.
• Provides pre-award and concurrence reviews to assure section 3 compliance.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Fair Housing:

• Conducts client intake to obtain information needed for investigation and/or referral
• Designs fair housing tests and use other investigative tools to determine if unlawful discrimination is occurring.
• Represents Fair Housing as necessary in meetings
• Remains informed of changes in fair housing regulations, statutes, and ordinances and stay abreast of current legal and administrative decisions/rulings.
• Participates in staff training to ensure maximum efficiency and accuracy of work. Participate in cross-training within the HCDD to promote teamwork and provide necessary back-up for each position
• Develops and maintain networking relationships throughout the community, including local, state and federal and nonprofit housing agencies
• Provides accurate and complete information for grant reporting.
• Safeguard client security and confidentiality.
• Maintains full and accurate files for bona fide complainants and clients.
• Maintains effective communication throughout the organization.
• Exhibits a high level of personal energy and commitment.
• Works as a team to support and further the mission and goals of Fair Housin
• Exhibits a high level of personal energy, organization, and commitment to position and FHCCI mission.
• Assumes other responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications

REQUIRES an accredited Bachelor's degree and 4 years of professional experience in economic or community development work, planning, building codes administration, engineering, architecture, neighborhood development programs, OR an accredited Master's degree in economics, sociology, multi-disciplinary social science or urban affairs, urban planning, public or business administration, engineering, architecture and 2 years of professional experience in economic or community development work, planning, building codes administration, engineering, architecture, neighborhood development programs; OR high school graduation and 8 years of professional experience in economic or community development work, planning, building codes administration, engineering, architecture, neighborhood development programs.


Other Information

URGENT!!! CRITICAL RECRUITMENT INFORMATION

Applications and/or resumes are evaluated on the information received by the application deadline. Please ensure that your application or resume clearly demonstrates how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position for which you are applying, this includes providing all relevant educational dates and a detailed description of relevant work experience, including months/years of employment. Applications and/or resumes may not be considered if information is incomplete.

In order for a resume to be used in lieu of an application the resume must have been submitted online via the City's Applicant Tracking System.

Positions requiring a high school diploma/GED certificate must be obtained from a school/program accredited by the Department of Education and recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education.

The minimum education requirement for positions that allow for experience equivalency for an accredited degree is a high school diploma. Unless otherwise specified, an accredited degree must be obtained from a college or university listed with the U.S. Department of Education and recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education.
For positions with a salary grade of EX6 or higher that require an accredited degree, qualifying professional experience must be obtained AFTER the accredited degree is obtained.
Successful completion of a pre-employment criminal history/background check is required for all positions. Some positions require a post offer drug screen and/or physical.

If appointed, non-residents must obtain residency inside Kansas City, Missouri's city limits within nine months.

The City of KCMO is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion in the workplace. The City is committed to providing a workplace environment for its employees and citizens free from discrimination based on race, color, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, religion, age, disability, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity. For more information, please see our EEO Policy

The City of KCMO is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please call 816-513-1908 or send an e-mail to accommodations@kcmo.org .

If claiming military veterans' preference points, you must attach a copy of your DD-214 or a DD-256 (for reservists). To claim veterans' points you must have served 180 days of regular active duty service and be discharged or released under honorable conditions during peacetimes or 90 days of active duty service, one (1) day during "wartime" and a last discharge or release under honorable conditions. (DOD) 38 U.S. Code • 4211).

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