Salary
$57,607.10 - $91,428.67 Annually
Location
Downtown Minneapolis
Job Type
Full-time
Job Number
24HED843PC28
Department
Housing & Economic Development
Division
Housing Development
Opening Date
03/20/2024
Closing Date
4/3/2024 11:59 PM Central
Description
Hennepin County's Housing and Economic Development department is seeking a Senior Housing Analyst to join its Housing Development and Finance division. The Housing team at Hennepin County works to ensure a full continuum of housing options are available to County residents – from single room occupancy housing (SROs) to affordable homeownership – using a disparities reduction lens. This position will be actively involved in the creation of new affordable housing and preservation of existing affordable housing to further Hennepin County strategic goals. Strong candidates will have experience with the affordable housing development process, affordable housing finance programs, loan due diligence and compliance, negotiation techniques, and supportive housing best practices.
Current Hennepin County employees who refer a candidate hired into an open competitive position may be eligible for a $500 referral bonus. For more information visit employee referral program. Location and hours:This position is hybrid and will be performed both on-site at 701 Fourth Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN 55404, and remote as job duties require. Work hours will be Monday through Friday, 8 a.m.- 4:30 p.m., with flexibility and must have the ability to travel occasionally throughout Hennepin County to meet and present to property managers, developers, and city and state funders. While this position is designated as hybrid, based on current requirements hires must reside in or relocate to Minnesota or Wisconsin.New employees who are hired into remote or hybrid positions between January 2, 2022, to December 31, 2024, will receive $500 toward the cost of establishing consistent internet connectivity, payable upon completion of 6 months of employment.About the position type:This is a full-time, benefit earning position.This position is internally classified as a Planning Analyst, Senior.To view the job classification specification, click here.Note: You must attach a resume and cover letter with your application materials to be considered for this position. In this position, you will:
· Assist with the development of requests for proposals (RFPs), proposal review and underwriting, and County internal approvals processes.
· Coordinate with partners internal to Hennepin County (i.e., other departments) and external (affordable housing providers, other funders).
· Undertake loan processing, including working with affordable housing developers on due diligence requirements prior to closing, working with the Hennepin County legal team on loan document review and management, and other preparations for projects’ financial closings.
· Manage disbursement processes and requests (i.e., review invoices), ensuring compliance with requirements for substantiation and expenditures.
· Develop and apply solid working knowledge of the requirements of federal programs such as home investments partnership program (HOME) and community development block grant (CDBG).
Need to have:
· One of the following:
o Bachelor's degree in any field and a minimum of two courses in research methods, analysis, statistics, project management, planning or evaluation and 18 months or more of relevant planning analyst experience.
o Bachelor's degree in one of the fields listed below and one year or more of relevant planning analyst experience.
o Master's degree or higher in business administration, public administration, research methods, statistics, behavioral/social science, public health, computer science/MIS, management science, urban/city planning or a field appropriate to the area of specialization.
Nice to have:
· Housing Development Finance Professional Certification from Grow America (formerly NDC) or the ability to obtain one within the first year of employment (this professional development opportunity would be funded by Hennepin County).
· Experience:
o With the affordable housing development process and affordable housing finance programs.
o With management of due diligence processes prior to projects’ financial closings.
o With oversight of construction administration for affordable housing, especially familiarity with construction draws involving multiple public funders.
o In the affordable housing compliance monitoring process.
· Knowledge of:
o Federal fair housing and civil rights laws and their applicability in the rental housing market.
o Federal, state, and county laws, rules, and regulations, including federal funding; program policies and procedures.
· Proficiency with a variety of computer applications (e.g., statistical software, spreadsheets, databases), including high proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
· Understanding of requirements, regulations, and best practices required by typical affordable housing funding sources, both capital sources and rental assistance.
About the department: Hennepin County Housing and Economic Development works to build and strengthen communities by developing quality, affordable housing and creating healthy built environments that provide transportation choices and community connections, attract investment and create jobs. About Hennepin County: Hennepin is the largest county government organization in Minnesota. Our employees work every day to improve the health, safety and quality of life for our residents and communities. All of our jobs align to one or more of our overarching goals -- that Hennepin County residents are healthy, protected and safe, self-reliant, assured due process, and mobile. Our employees receive a combination of generous benefits and positive workplace culture not found at other organizations. This includes meaningful work that impacts our community, competitive pay, work-life balance, a variety of benefits and opportunities to grow. Learn more at The Bridge (select Guest). Hennepin County envisions an organization where our commitment to diversity and the reduction of disparities is fundamental in providing excellent service to our community. Your future. Made here. This posting may be used to fill current and future vacancies. This position may have access to systems or other documentation that contains HIPAA data. Invitations to interview will be based upon an assessment of education and experience. Final candidates may be required to complete a criminal background check. If you have any questions, please contact: Pajoua Chang Pajoua.Chang@hennepin.us
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