Housing Asset Work Lead (Community & Economic Development IV)

State Of Colorado • Denver, CO

396d • $70,140 - $91,188 • Remote

About The Position

The Housing Asset Work Lead (Community & Economic Development IV) is responsible for overseeing compliance monitoring for projects receiving financial assistance from various federal and state funding sources. This role involves analyzing, negotiating, advising, training, and managing a portfolio of housing projects to ensure they meet compliance standards and contribute to the mission of providing safe, decent, and affordable housing to low and moderate-income residents in Colorado.

Requirements

• Seven years of experience with federal housing assistance programs, grant management, or affordable housing consulting.
• A combination of related education and experience equaling seven years in business management, public administration, housing, or related fields.
• Ability to interpret federal and state regulations and read financial statements.
• Strong attention to detail, critical thinking, and teamwork orientation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and Word.

Nice To Haves

• Experience as a permanent State of Colorado employee in housing resources.
• Knowledge of federal and state housing programs.
• Contract management or monitoring experience.
• Experience providing technical assistance regarding program guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Lead compliance team members in compliance monitoring, assigning tasks and monitoring work schedules.
• Develop and plan on-site monitoring reviews to detect agency violations and failures in compliance.
• Analyze contractor financial control and management systems for compliance with HUD and OMB requirements.
• Write compliance monitoring letters and review contractor responses for adherence to regulations.
• Review contract files to ensure completeness and accuracy before handoff to Housing Development Specialists.
• Follow up on missing or insufficient quality documents with Housing Development Specialists or grantees.
• Ensure compliance with all contractual requirements throughout the contract term.
• Generate option letters and initiate contract amendments as needed.
• Review contractor performance reports to assess project status and compliance.
• Release DOH funds based on project performance reports and reimbursement requests.
• Provide technical assistance to state contractors in using funding resources and conducting housing needs assessments.

Benefits

• Medical and Dental Plans
• Flexible Retirement Plans including PERA options
• Employee Wellness Programs
• Paid Life Insurance
• 11 paid Holidays plus Vacation and Sick Leave
• Short and Long-Term Disability Coverage
• RTD Eco Pass for eligible employees
• Flexible work schedule and hybrid work options
• Training opportunities
• Discounts on services and products through the Work-Life Employment Discount Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: No Education Listed