Job description

Job Opening

Project Manager, Affordable Housing Programs (HOME)

Department: Housing, Economic Development, and Commerce

Division: Community Development

Exempt/Non-Exempt: Exempt

Union/Management: Management

Full-Time/Part-Time/Seasonal: Full-Time

Workweek: Monday-Friday – 40 hours per week

Salary: $65,000 - $70,000 - Based on qualifications and experience. Competitive Jersey City retirement and health benefits package available, including pension, dental, medical, prescription, FSA (flexible spending account), life insurance, and more.

The City of Jersey City is seeking a Project Manager for the Department of Housing, Economic

Development, and Commerce. The Project Manager will assist the Division of Community Development in their efforts around affordable housing in Jersey City. Also, the Project Manager will work directly with the HOME Investments Partnerships Program, as well as other Community Development programs, coordinating with Support Staff and Line Staff in the implementation and carrying out of eligible funded projects and activities.

Job Duties:

• Assist the Program Director with the implementation and monitoring of the HOME program.
• Correspond with property owners, property managers, and residents regarding annual monitoring activities.
• Review resident income documentation and calculate annual income certifications under HUD guidelines. Conduct on-site physical inspections of HOME-assisted units to ensure conformance with HUD Housing Quality Standards.
• Manage project-specific files for accuracy and completeness.
• Interpret and implement applicable HUD regulations and guidelines.
• Maintain HOME Portfolio Database.
• Construction oversight management and project monitoring throughout all phases, voucher drawdowns.
• Ensure compliance with HUD regulations and Division requirements for all grants and programs.
• Negotiate and facilitate sensitive issues in the grant-making process.
• Oversee grants to individuals, PRIs, and other specialized awards instruments.

The City of Jersey City is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal and state laws, rules and regulations relating to anti-discrimination and anti-harassment.

• Provide links between program, finance, information technology, and other administrative staff so that all Division activities are smoothly implemented.
• Conduct ongoing grants administration, program, and Division management research including analyses of grant reports and program trends.
• Implement and maintain grants management software that follows the Division’s work processes while balancing the needs of program and accounting staff and regulatory compliance; assures the integrity of data.
• Attend and participate in meetings and public hearings regarding grants and related matters; maintain a digital grant tracking system; assist in the presentation of recommendations regarding plans and other proposals to various municipal officials.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

*Please note, that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties,

or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at

any time with or without notice.

Required Education: A Bachelor’s degree in Management, Finance, Urban Planning, Public

Administration, Law, or other related field is required. Graduate or professional degree preferred.

Required Experience: 3- 5 years of experience in community development engagement or affordable housing development or mortgage processing/underwriting/closing is required. Two years of which, should have been in a supervising capacity. Previous experience with CDBG is a plus.

Essential Skills:

• Analytical capabilities with accounting procedures and processes for structuring projects.
• Understanding current HUD Regulations.
• Knowledge of grants management software and information technology skills.
• Ability to design and implement effective workflow processes and procedures.
• Sound judgment with the budget and program issues.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively and foster positive and professional relationships.
• Exceptional analytical skills with the ability to prepare clear, sound, accurate, and informative conclusions, and recommendations.
• Exceptional organization skills and high level of attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to multitask.

The City of Jersey City is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal and state laws, rules and regulations relating to anti-discrimination and anti-harassment.

This is a Civil Service Job, and you must eventually pass and qualify for the applicable Civil Service title.

To apply for this job with the City of Jersey City, please fill out our Employment Application.

Please note that this role is subject to the residency requirements set forth by NJ First Act.

The City of Jersey City is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal and state laws, rules and regulations relating to anti-discrimination and anti-harassment.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $65,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Community Development Engagement: 3 years (Required)
• Mortgage Processing: 3 years (Required)
• Underwriting: 3 years (Required)
• Supervisory: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: One location

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