Project Manager, HomeFirst Program

City of New York•New York City, NY

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About The Position

The Project Manager supports the HomeFirst Program within the Division of Homeownership Opportunities and Preservation at the New York City Department of Housing Preservation and Development. HomeFirst provides qualified first-time homebuyers with up to $100,000 toward the down payment or closing costs for a one- to four-family home, condominium, or cooperative in New York City. The role manages project applications, coordinates with program servicer partner agencies, and collaborates with HPD departments to support program operations. It requires an understanding of local and federal funding regulations and involves specialized administrative functions under the supervision of the HomeFirst Program Director and Deputy Director.

Requirements

Meet one of the stated minimum qualification pathways: a bachelor's degree and two years of satisfactory professional experience in urban planning, analysis, coordination, or development of housing projects or programs; or qualifying graduate study that may substitute for up to one year of experience, with at least a bachelor's degree and one year of the specified experience.
Alternatively, meet the Community Coordinator qualification pathway: a bachelor's degree and two years of community work or community-centered activities related to the duties; high school graduation or equivalent and six years of such experience; or equivalent education and/or experience. All candidates under this pathway must have at least one year of qualifying community-work experience.
Strong organization and communication skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
Ability to work collaboratively.

Nice To Haves

Excellent verbal and written communication and strong interpersonal skills.
Strong analytical, organizational, and quantitative skills.
Strong facility with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other presentation software.
Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines, manage multiple projects in a timely manner, and work as a team player.
Experience with homeownership programs and/or program implementation.
Knowledge of affordable and/or CRA mortgage lending programs.

Responsibilities

Review mortgage and supporting documents in loan application packages for accuracy, consistency, and completeness.
Conduct due diligence to verify household income eligibility, the HomeFirst housing inspection report, and the HomeFirst loan amount, and assess primary mortgage underwriting for compliance with the HomeFirst Term Sheet and program guidelines.
Coordinate with loan servicers, lenders, and counseling partners to obtain missing or updated application documents and maintain application integrity, quality control, and compliance.
Submit completed, pre-approved application packages to the Program Director, Deputy Director, or designee for final approval.
Organize, file, maintain, and track homebuyer files in pre- and post-closing phases in the HomeFirst Client Management System, including assisting with file transfers and archiving.
Enter homebuyer project data in HUD Disbursement, HPD Works, and other internal tracking systems, and generate ad hoc reports as assigned.
Prepare and route program end-loan and enforcement documents for sign-off by the Program Director, Legal, and Executive Office.
Coordinate with loan servicers and bank attorneys to ensure executed enforcement documents are delivered to project closings, recorded, and returned to HPD after closing.
Monitor and follow up with appropriate parties to ensure documents are filed or recorded with the City Register.
Draft homebuyer project briefings and memos, conduct property research and homebuyer file compliance audits, handle loan-servicing-related requests, and attend meetings.
Perform other administrative duties and special projects as assigned.