Manager-Housing Choice Voucher Project Based
hace 2 días
Philadelphia
Marketing Statement Under general supervision of the VP - Leased Housing, oversees all aspects of the Housing Choice Voucher Project-Based Voucher (PBV) program, including contracts, eligibility, leasing and continued occupancy functions of all project-based vouchers including the Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) and Mod Rehab Program (MOD) PBVs. The Manager will be responsible for all PBV-related key performance indicators and communications with PBV partners. The following supervisory staff will report to the Manager of Project-Based: • Two PBV Contracts Administrators; and, • Two Team Leads. Additionally, this position includes a wide range of managerial responsibilities. The Manager will frequently be required to use independent judgment in making recommendations and decisions in accordance with existing procedures or written guidelines, such as PHA policies, PHA’s MTW Agreement, RAD requirements, HUD regulations, handbooks, desk references, and/or existing records. All activities must support the Philadelphia Housing Authority’s (PHA)’s strategic goals and objectives and produce the results that accomplish the goals of the department. The salary range for this position is $70,964 - $88,706 annually. Placement at any specific point within the stated range is not guaranteed for any candidate. Final compensation will be determined based on the selected candidate's qualifications, experience, and skills, as well as internal equity and organizational considerations. Qualifications Minimum Education Bachelor’s Degree Minimum Experience 5-8 years of related experience Preferred Education and Experience Bachelor’s Degree in public or business administration, social work, or a related field; at least five (5) years’ experience administering a Public Housing, Housing Choice Voucher/Section 8, or other publicly funded housing program, including at least three (3) years at a supervisory level; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience. Directing and coordinating operations, and assuring compliance with Commonwealth, Federal, and HUD contracting and operational regulations; Interpreting and applying Commonwealth and Federal housing rules and regulations; Using initiative and independent judgment within established procedural guidelines; Overseeing and coordinating internal and external audit operations; Reviewing and analyzing operational and financial records and reports; Evaluating policies and procedures and making recommendations for improvement; Presenting and defending operational reports and information in public meetings; Assessing and prioritizing multiple tasks, projects and demands; and planning and coordinating the work of others; Resolving conflicts between staff, applicants, participants, and owners with tact and professionalism; Working independently, performing relatively complex work in an accurate and timely manner without close supervision; Interacting with people of different social, economic and ethnic backgrounds; Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with co-workers, clients, owners, and the general public; Operating a personal computer utilizing standard and specialized software; Effective verbal and written communication. Knowledge of: PHA organization, operations, policies and procedures; HUD Regulations; RAD requirements, Standard Operating Procedures, other Federal, State and local laws, rules and regulations related to low income housing, including PHA and MTW policies and procedures; Federal and Commonwealth housing authority regulations and reporting requirements, including Code of Federal Regulations, and Department of Housing and Urban Development; Methods, procedures, and standards for PBV record keeping and records management. Responsibilities Maintains PBV contract files and a PBV contract database to inform contract units, applicable preferences, initial and redetermined rents, utility allowances and contract changes; Assists with PBV Requests for Proposals, including evaluation of proposals and set up of new contracts in software system; Oversees the preparation, execution and renewal of RAD, Project Based, Mod Rehab and SRO Housing Assistance Payments Contracts that average over $100,000 annually; Provides HAP contract status briefs and summaries when requested; Reviews PBV utilization and compliance and makes recommendations for HAP contract adjustments in response to extended vacancies, HQS issues and owner compliance; Reviews and approves PBV rent increase requests prepared by PBV Contract Administrators; Ensures compliance with PBV Site Based Waiting List (SBWL) administration, including administration of the PBV transfer waiting lists and RAD Choice Mobility requests; Plans, assigns, reviews and coordinates the activities associated with screening, eligibility and leasing for the PBV program pursuant to PHA MTW policies and appliable HUD regulations; Plans, assigns, reviews and coordinates the activities associated with continued occupancy, including annual and interim recertifications of applicant and participant eligibility for PBV continued assistance pursuant to PHA MTW policies and HUD regulations; Conducts reviews of client files to ensure admissions, leasing and regular and interim certifications of participant eligibility for PBV occupancy are conducted pursuant to applicable policies and regulations; Provides guidance to the PBV Contract Administrators and Team Leads on training and follow up steps to improve program transactions; Understands and applies HUD regulations, MTW policies, RAD requirements and PHA procedures; Manages and monitors staff activity to ensure that work and assigned task(s) are performed in accordance with established policies, procedures, performance goals and departmental objectives; Plans, assigns, reviews and coordinates the activities of subordinates; Conducts regular performance review of program supervisors and hourly staff; Participates in the development of new plans and procedures designed to improve operations and in implementing approved policy; Explains new or revised policies, procedures, or laws that impact operations of applicable program area; Retrieves data (Utilization, EIV, Elite Production, financial, and PIC reports) analyzes data, prepares reports and submits to the Leased Housing Division Executive Vice President; Trains new employees and instructs subordinates in the interpretation of applicable provisions and regulations; Coordinates implementation or modification of policies, procedures and processing methods with subordinates; Plans work assignments for timely completion, even work distribution and expeditious processing; Recommends changes in operating procedures and methods to program management as necessary; Ensures program staff provide professional and comprehensive customer service to participants, owners, and other customers; Resolves disputes between the PBV staff, program applicants and participants, and owners; Keeps the Leased Housing Division Executive Vice President informed of applicable program issues as needed; Attends mandatory meetings and trainings; Performs other related duties as assigned. Functional areas may be modified based on management needs and/or priorities. How To Apply All applications will be accepted through the Philadelphia Housing Authority’s Jobs Board at Closing Statement About the Philadelphia Housing Authority (PHA) Established in 1937, and with an employment workforce of over 1,100, the Philadelphia Housing Authority is a municipal agency providing public housing services to over 76,000 residents in the city of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Financial support for Authority operations and capital needs comes primarily from rent payments and subsidies provided by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). PHA is one of a very select group of housing authorities across the nation that has attained Moving to Work (MTW) status. This designation allows housing agencies the opportunity and flexibility, on a local level, to develop and implement innovative housing and self-sufficiency strategies to benefit public housing residents and Housing Choice Voucher Program (HCVP) participants. PHA is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions on the basis of individual qualifications without regard to race, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, pregnancy, national origin, ethnicity or ancestry, religion, age, disability, citizenship, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected characteristics.