Job Abstract

The City of Pasadena's Housing Department is seeking a dynamic and talented individual with experience coordinating homeless programs and services. This position works in the Supportive Housing Division and assists the Program Coordinator III in various program tasks and projects covering a range of issues associated with homeless services programs, including grants management, administering homeless counts, and Continuum of Care planning.

The ideal candidate will be a strong writer, self-starter, analytical, quick learner, and demonstrate working knowledge and/or experience of local and regional homeless services. Organizational skills are also key in this position due to the nature of the work performed that is driven by deadline and various grant requirements. The ideal candidate is adept in project management and executing program objectives.

The major responsibilities of this position are listed below. For more detailed information, please review the job description.

• Plans, organizes, directs, coordinates and evaluates the activities of assigned program.
• Evaluates program needs and develops an effective program; develops procedure with area of responsibility and instruction materials to assist in accomplishing program goals.
• Maintains up-to-date knowledge of federal, state and local laws, regulations, and policies, procedures that govern program operation for each applicable funding source.
• Prepares and submits budget requests for the program; consults with supervisors on priorities and availability of funding and other sources.
• Negotiates contracts with consultants.
• Researches and writes Request for Proposals; evaluates and recommends on the acceptance of proposals; assembles, monitors and facilitates peer panels to review and recommend on proposals.
• Prepares analytical papers, publications, planning documents and administrative reports.
• Investigates, interprets, analyzes and prepares recommendations in relation to proposals for new programs, grants and/or services.
• Makes recommendations on administrative and operational problems, policies and procedures.
• Establishes effective working relationships with community groups or representatives or agencies related to or affected by the activities of the assigned program.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

COMPETENCIES

The following list represents the core competencies needed for success in this position.

• Action & Results Focus- Initiating tasks and focus on accomplishment.
• Self-Management-Showing personal organization, self-discipline, and dependability.
• Attention to Detail - Focusing on the details of work content, work steps, and final work products.
• Involving Others - Engaging others for input, contribution, and shared responsibility for outcomes.
• Relationship Building - Establishing rapport and maintaining mutually productive relationships.
• Project Management - Ensuring that projects are on-time, on-budget, and achieve their objectives.
• Writing- Communicating effectively in writing.
• Leadership - Guiding and encouraging others to accomplish a common goal.
• Teamwork -Collaborating with others to achieve shared goals.
• Critical Thinking - Analytically and logically evaluating information, propositions, and claims.
• Legal & Regulatory Navigation - Understanding, interpreting, and ensuring compliance with laws and regulations.

• Bachelor's degree in business or public administration, liberal arts, public relations, social science, sociology, psychology or a closely related field and
• Two years of professional experience in homeless services or related field.

Must have or obtain a Class C California driver's license and a satisfactory driving record, as they may be required for some assignments.