Director of Continuum of Care Planning

City of Philadelphia • Philadelphia, PA

2d • $95,000 - $113,000

About The Position

The Director of Continuum of Care (CoC) Planning reports to the Deputy Director and is responsible for implementing systems that enable the Office of Homeless Services (OHS) to fulfill its role as the Collaborative Applicant for the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s Continuum of Care Program. The position supports citywide efforts to make homelessness rare, brief, and non-recurring, and coordinates planning activities under the HUD CoC Program Interim Rule, with a focus on the community-wide plan, the HUD CoC Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA), and CoC governance.

The Director helps OHS staff understand CoC Program regulatory requirements and their effects on systemwide policies, including the local Coordinated Entry System. Working with OHS, community partners, HUD-funded agencies, providers, and people with lived experience of homelessness, the Director supports effective management and distribution of HUD funds and ensures stakeholder input into CoC planning and policies. The role manages the CoC Planning Unit and supervises two program managers and one youth system coordinator.

The Director uses regulations, trends, best practices, and performance data to guide system planning, policy recommendations, performance improvement, and funding processes. The position develops and monitors plans and strategies, coordinates annual HUD CoC application and project evaluation processes, builds partnerships with mainstream service providers, and represents the department at public events.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• At least four years of experience in supervision and management.
• At least four years of experience in program or grant administration.
• Experience in a nonprofit or government setting addressing housing or other social services.
• Knowledge of project management, public administration, management, and organizational development principles and practices.
• Knowledge of funding request development and program development and performance measurement techniques.
• Knowledge of federal regulations governing applicable grant programs.
• Ability to coordinate activities among units and departments.
• Ability to establish effective working relationships with stakeholders, partners, and potential funders.
• Ability to present ideas effectively orally and in writing.
• Attention to detail and self-motivation to deliver quality work.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Tenacity, thoroughness, and ability to solve problems and handle a variety of situations.
• Deadline- and solutions-oriented approach and ability to manage competing priorities.
• Self-starter willing to contribute to both major projects and routine tasks.
• Strong time-management skills.
• Ability to physically perform the duties of the position.
• Successful candidate must become a City of Philadelphia resident within six months of hire.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience deemed acceptable by the Personnel Department.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the program manager responsible for coordinating and supporting the HUD Continuum of Care governance structure and related committees.
• Review federal and local regulations and priorities, national trends and best practices, and assessment and performance data to develop strategies with OHS leadership and staff, providers, and people with lived experience of homelessness.
• Use data to develop, implement, and track performance and progress toward goals.
• Ensure the system continuously assesses needs, develops priorities, and determines effective ways to address them.
• Manage stakeholder processes to develop, implement, and monitor Philadelphia’s plan and related strategies and action steps to make homelessness rare, brief, and non-recurring.
• Use data analysis to recommend policy and system changes that support a high-quality, trauma-informed, person-centered, and efficient homeless assistance system.
• Design and implement workplans with CoC stakeholders and OHS leadership and staff to meet annual HUD CoC application timelines and requirements.
• Supervise the program manager responsible for the annual new and renewal project evaluation, rating, ranking, and funding process for HUD CoC Program projects.
• Manage the CoC Planning Unit, including supervision of two program managers and one youth system coordinator; support team building and staff professional development; and develop procedures, tracking, and reporting mechanisms.
• Establish commitments from community partners and mainstream service providers to supplement CoC services and housing and improve system efficiency and effectiveness.
• Represent the department at public forums, panels, and other speaking engagements.
• Coordinate community-wide efforts with OHS leadership and staff.
• Research best practices to improve system performance, quality, efficiency, and accountability.
• Perform other duties as required.

Benefits

• Unlimited free public transportation through SEPTA’s Key Advantage program.
• Eight weeks of paid parental leave.
• Comprehensive health coverage for employees and eligible dependents.
• Wellness program with eligibility for a discounted medical plan.
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
• Retirement savings options.
• Eligibility to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
• Tuition discounts and scholarships through partnerships with local colleges and universities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director