Management Analyst I/II - Housing & Homelessness Solutions

Ventura County • Ventura, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The County Executive Office’s Housing and Homelessness Solutions Division develops and pursues programs and policies addressing Ventura County residents’ housing needs, particularly those of people with limited or no income. The division supports the Countywide Continuum of Care, administers federal and state grants for unhoused and low-income residents, and promotes safe, affordable housing.

Under direction, the Management Analyst prepares plans, documents, and contracts supporting affordable housing and homelessness programs funded by HUD, the State of California, and other sources. The analyst administers a varied grant portfolio across the grant lifecycle, including pursuing funding, developing contracts, processing reimbursements, and monitoring subrecipients. Assignments may support the homeless unit, the housing unit, or both. The analyst works with cities, housing developers, nonprofits, government entities, and other stakeholders to navigate regulatory requirements and help funding achieve positive outcomes.

The position is a County management classification and is not eligible for overtime compensation. Work is primarily in an office, with possible travel to County and municipal facilities. The recruitment may be used to fill current and future regular (including temporary and fixed-term), intermittent, and extra-help vacancies. An incumbent appointed at the Management Analyst I level may advance to Management Analyst II without further examination upon meeting the requirements, demonstrating satisfactory performance, and subject to departmental business needs.

Requirements

• A combination of education, training, and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• A bachelor's degree in Business, Public Administration, or a related field is given as an example of qualifying education.
• Management Analyst I: one year of experience working in or with grants or other resources dedicated to a specific purpose, such as managing government funds or programs as a subrecipient.
• Management Analyst II: three years of experience working in or with grants or other resources dedicated to a specific purpose, such as managing government funds or programs as a subrecipient.
• Additional related experience may substitute for the education requirement on a year-for-year basis.
• Demonstrated excellent written communication skills in the employment application and supplemental questions.
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word and Excel.
• Experience with federal and state grant administration systems.
• Ability to interpret and apply rules, regulations, policies, and procedures; distill large volumes of information; communicate effectively orally and in writing; establish effective working relationships; analyze information; and formulate recommendations.
• Knowledge of state and federal housing grant programs, analytical techniques, contract or grant administration, fiscal analysis, community and public relations, research methods, homeless services, environmental laws, and related program requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with housing programs, affordable housing development, or property management.
• Understanding of cross-cutting regulatory requirements, including NEPA, CEQA, Section 3 of the Housing and Urban Development Act, and federal and state prevailing wage requirements.
• Knowledge of Integrated Disbursement Information System (IDIS) and Electronic Line of Credit Control System (eLOCCS).

Responsibilities

• Interpret and apply federal, state, and local grant regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Monitor grant-funded programs and provide technical assistance to grantees.
• Partner with County departments, cities, nonprofits, and state and federal agencies to implement affordable housing and homelessness programs.
• Develop proposals, policies, procedures, and contracts in response to new funding opportunities.
• Review compliance inquiries from internal and external partners and recommend appropriate action.
• Conduct environmental reviews and prepare required federal and state reports.
• Perform fiscal analysis, budget preparation, and grant and contract administration.
• Conduct research and special studies, draft policies, and evaluate program and operational effectiveness.
• Prepare and present written and oral reports to staff, partners, and leadership.
• Lead special projects and programs as assigned.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Benefits

• General salary increases of 3.5%, effective December 20, 2026, and 3.5%, effective December 19, 2027.
• Educational incentive of 2.5% for an associate's degree, 3.5% for a bachelor's degree, or 5% for a graduate degree.
• Option to cash out up to 100 hours of annual leave; accrual is 208 hours per year, increasing to 288 hours after five years of service.
• Deferred Compensation Section 457 Plan and/or 401(k) Shared Savings Plan with up to a 3% match on 401(k) contributions.
• Annual flexible credit allowance of up to $26,626.86 for purchasing medical, dental, and/or vision insurance from authorized plans.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible medical, dental, and vision care expenses.
• Participation in the County's defined benefit pension plan, which has reciprocity with CalPERS.
• Bilingual incentive may be available depending on operational need and certification of skill.
• 13 paid holidays per year, including a scheduled floating holiday.

What This Job Offers

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