Program Administrator Multi-hire (Community Development and Housing)

Virginia Information Technologies Agency•Richmond, VA

3d•$75,000 - $90,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development is hiring Program Administrators to help communities across Virginia administer grant-funded community development, housing, economic development, and infrastructure projects. The role serves as a primary contact and trusted resource for assigned grantees throughout the grant lifecycle, providing guidance, technical assistance, answering questions, connecting partners to resources, and helping projects meet program requirements and achieve intended outcomes. The position may support a diverse portfolio of programs, including Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC), Indoor Plumbing Rehabilitation Flex (IPR Flex), Lead Hazard Reduction (LHR), Acquire, Renovate, Sell (ARS), Southwest Virginia Water/Wastewater (W/WW), Virginia or National Housing Trust Funds, HOME Investment Partnership programs, and other programs administered by DHCD. The role monitors implementation and project performance, supports compliance and grant closeout, and works with communities and partners to improve program delivery. It is telework-eligible under the Commonwealth of Virginia’s telework policy and includes occasional day and overnight travel throughout Virginia.

Requirements

Demonstrated expertise or knowledge in grant administration, project management, compliance monitoring, contracting, budgeting, and grant closeout processes.
Ability to quickly develop and apply advanced knowledge of assigned housing, community development, and economic development programs, including requirements, operational processes, and performance expectations.
Ability to travel independently, including occasional day and overnight travel, for onsite monitoring, technical assistance, training, and program operations.
Strong written, verbal, interpersonal, and public-speaking skills, including the ability to communicate complex program information to diverse audiences.
Advanced research, analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills, including evaluating data, identifying trends, and making informed recommendations.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Outlook, spreadsheets, databases, and other relevant technology platforms.
Ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy, accountability, and attention to detail.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with communities, grantees, governmental entities, consultants, and other stakeholders.
Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and provide well-supported recommendations on project execution, program compliance, and process improvements.
Experience interpreting and applying federal, state, and/or local laws, regulations, and funding requirements to ensure compliance throughout program administration.
Experience assessing project performance, financial documentation, organizational capacity, and compliance information to identify risks and recommend corrective actions.
Experience providing clear technical assistance and training to diverse audiences through written, in-person, virtual, and one-on-one methods.

Nice To Haves

Comprehensive knowledge of federal and state laws, funding regulations, and program guidelines applicable to DHCD-administered programs.
Experience working with local governments, nonprofit organizations, community-based entities, affordable housing developers, or other stakeholders on grant-funded community development, economic development, housing, or related initiatives.
Considerable experience in community or economic development, community revitalization, housing construction or rehabilitation, infrastructure or construction project management, or contract administration in these areas.

Responsibilities

Provide grantees with guidance, technical assistance, and support throughout the life of their projects.
Interpret and apply federal, state, and local laws, regulations, policies, and funding requirements to help ensure compliance.
Research issues, analyze information, identify trends, and make well-supported recommendations.
Manage multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines while maintaining accuracy, accountability, and attention to detail.
Build and maintain partnerships with communities, grantees, local governments, nonprofits, consultants, and other stakeholders.
Monitor project implementation and ensure required benefits are delivered on time and within budget.
Conduct onsite monitoring visits, provide technical assistance and training, and support other program activities, including occasional day and overnight travel throughout Virginia.
Identify opportunities to improve processes, strengthen program delivery, and enhance community outcomes.
Assess project performance, financial documentation, organizational capacity, and compliance information; identify risks and recommend corrective actions.
Provide technical assistance and training through written guidance, in-person sessions, virtual platforms, and one-on-one support.

Benefits

Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
Tuition reimbursement
Dental, medical, and vision plans
Sick, family/personal, annual, military, and community service leave
Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
Short- and long-term disability plans
Retirement and savings plans
Life and long-term care insurance
Telework-eligible Commonwealth of Virginia employee discounts
Professional growth and skill-development opportunities
Supportive public-service environment emphasizing collaboration, innovation, and work-life balance