Wyoming Community Development AuthorityJob Description

JOB TITLE: Director of Federal Programs PAY GRADE: 10DEPARTMENT: Federal Programs FLSA STATUS: ExemptREPORTS TO: Deputy Executive Director REVISED: May 2016SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: Federal Programs Coordinators, Compliance Specialist, and Federal Programs Operations CoordinatorOverall Job Purpose: To manage the Authority’s federal housing programs and other special in-house rehabilitation and/or multi-family programs.

WCDA VALUESAccountability:Takes full responsibility for own actions; Trustworthy; Follows up personally and monitors progress to ensure that things stay on track; Holds self and others accountable for keeping commitments; Exhibits attention to detail

Communication:Ensures that information and ideas are flowing in all appropriate directions; Shares information appropriately and openly; Is accessible and receptive to both good and bad news; Conveys information in a clear manner; ensures that others understand; Asks for input, listens actively and makes sure others’ opinions are heard; Maintains composure and exhibits humility when expressing opinions and ideas

Initiative and Creativity:Plans work and carries out tasks; Makes constructive suggestions; prepares for problems or opportunities in advance; Undertakes additional responsibilities; Responds to situations as they arise with minimal supervision; Creates novel solutions to problems; Evaluates new technology as potential solutions to existing problems

Judgment:Makes sound decisions; Bases decisions on fact rather than emotions; Analyzes problems skillfully; Uses logic to reach solutions

Cooperation/Teamwork:Works harmoniously with others to get a job done; Responds positively to instructions and procedures; Able to work well with staff, co-workers, peers, and managers; Shares critical information with everyone involved in a project; Works effectively on projects that cross functional lines; Helps to set a tone of cooperation within the department and across other departments; Coordinates own work with others and seeks opinions; Values working relationships; When appropriate-facilitates discussion before decision-making process is complete; Responds to phone/email questions promptly

Quality of Work:Maintains high standards despite pressing deadlines; Does work right the first time; Corrects own errors; Regularly produces accurate, thorough and professional work

Reliability:Personally responsible; Completes work in timely, consistent manner; Works hours necessary to complete assigned work; Is regularly present and punctual; Arrives prepared for work; Is committed to doing the best job possible; Keeps commitments

Commitment to Safety:Understands, encourages, complies with, and carries out safety policies and procedures of the Authority; Takes personal responsibility for safety

Support of Diversity:Treats all people with respect; Values diverse perspectives; Provides supportive work environment for all workforceSupports WCDA’s philosophy of EEO; Treats others fairly; Recognizes differences as opportunities to learn and gain by working together; Values and encourages unique skills and talents; Seeks and considers diverse perspectives and ideas

Leadership: Acts as a mentor and empowers others to do their best work; Identifies opportunities to make needed changes; acts as a catalyst; Uses persuasion and influence to connect others; Helps others keep on track; Gives honest and helpful feedback, supports the success of others; Celebrates success and gives credit to others

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KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIESHigh level of expertise in federal grant funding sources for housing resources

Analyzes and interprets federal program data

Knowledge of federal housing rehab programs and necessary processes to implement successful programs

Knowledge of required mortgage disclosure laws and documents for loan origination

Working knowledge of applicable internal and external management information systems necessary to access federal funding

Ability to multi-task and possess strong organizational skills

Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with all levels of management and staff internally and externally

Must be detail oriented and strive for accuracy

Must be able to work independently and as part of a team

Ability to recognize potential problems and apply general rules to identify potential root causes and produce solutions

Ability to perform basic cost-benefit analysis—considering relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate outcome for the Authority

Must possess good public speaking and presentation skills

Strong business writing skills

Effective leadership skills

Ability to work with Microsoft Office Suite with knowledge of Excel and Word at the intermediate or advanced level

IMPACT AND ACCOUNTABILITYResponsible for achieving departmental goals and objectives

Assess Federal Program requirements and make recommendations for development of program policies and procedures

Assist in planning for short/long term goals for the authority including integration of the strategic plan into Federal Program business plan

Prepare reports and/or summaries for management and the Board of Directors

Annual budget preparation for Federal Programs Department

Manage the general administrative requirements of the HOME, Tax Credit Assistance Program (TCAP), Neighborhood Stabilization Program (NSP), Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC), Section 1602 Tax Credit Exchange (TCX) program, and Federal Housing Trust Fund (HTF) including program administration and compliance, funds management, training, reporting, and project development support

Monitor and work to improve WCDA’s HUD audit performance

Respond to correspondence and inquiries from the Department of Housing and Urban

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Development (HUD), the State, IRS, GAO, other agencies, and the general public

Review and update the Affordable Housing Allocation Plan, HOME, HTF, and NSP Program Descriptions, applications, and scoring criteria on an annual basis

Coordinate preparation of WCDA’s portion of the Consolidated Plan and Annual Performance Report

Review applications, complete site visits, underwrite projects, score applications, and present recommendations to Executive management of all HOME, NSP, TCX, HTF and LIHTC projects. Present same for approval to the Board of Directors

Supervise the Wyoming Rehabilitation and Acquisition Program for single family home ownership properties

Supervise, monitor and enforce developer performance in regard to the regulatory agreements

Verify closeout for each completed project

Review staff recommendations for rental increases and other exception requests as required

Review and approval of Community Housing Development Organization (CHDO) status requests

Oversee performance of property compliance function

Review HUD, State, Federal and IRS reporting

Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, establishing professional networks, benchmarking best practices, and participating in professional societies

RELATIONSHIP RESPONSIBILITY

Provide technical assistance to developers and the general public regarding federal programs

Encourage participation and provide outreach services for the various federal programs through education and formal presentations

Make presentations at public meetings regarding federal programs

Manage the Wyoming Housing Database Partnership relationship with the vendor

Ensure financial education is a required component of the WRAP Program

Articulate and recommend solutions and goals to management

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

Supervise Federal Programs Coordinators, Compliance Officer, and Federal Programs Operations Coordinator

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Assume responsibility for Federal Programs Department, including development of long range plans, analyzing staff requirements, and formulating policies and procedures for department

Conduct performance reviews for all Federal Program employees

Delegate program responsibilities to staff

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

Must be able to lift a minimum of 10 poundsAble to sit/or drive 4 to 7 hours per dayAble to stand 0 to 2 hours per dayAble to walk 0 to 2 hours per dayAble to work 5 days per weekPossess or have ability to obtain a valid driver’s licenseAble to travel overnight and/or same day (may be extensive with this position)Able to perform sedentary workAble to bend/stoop, reach, push/pull and climb stairs occasionallyAble to talk, hear and converse with customers and co-workersVisual acuity to perform close workAble to use hands for frequently repetitive workMust be able to speak, comprehend, read and write using the English languageReasonable accommodations will be considered

EDUCATION and/or TRAINING REQUIREMENTSEducation: Bachelor’s or higher education degree in related field preferred and minimum of 5 years relevant work experience

Relevant Work Experience: Minimum 8 years experience in management, or combination of education and experience will be considered

Previous experience with Federal housing programs, including Tax Credit, Multi-Family, HOME, underwriting multi-family property management, and loan processing strongly preferred

Certification: None required

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by this employee or abilities needed to perform the duties. The employee will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other duties requested by their supervisor(s).

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