Review Vacancy
AgencyHomes and Community Renewal
TitleHousing and Community Renewal Specialist Trainee 1 (NY HELPS)
Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $53764 to $85138 Annually
Duties Description JOB SUMMARY:
HCR/HTFC is the Project Based Section 8 Contract Administrator for the HUD assigned portfolio consisting of 977 contracts covering 101,968 units. HUD has contracted with HTFC to perform on-site compliance reviews; process contract renewals, rent adjustments and utility allowances; and review, reconcile and pay monthly vouchers for this HUD portfolio. Each month, approximately $175 million of HAP funds flow through HTFC to the owners of the Section 8 properties. HTFC fulfills its contract administrator responsibilities with the assistance of a private sector partner. HTFC provides program oversight, policy and procedural development, quality assurance monitoring and fulfillment of the contract reporting requirements and its partner performs the day-to-day task responsibilities.
HTFC also administers the Rural Rental Assistance Program (RRAP) which provides annual subsidies of more than $22 million to 5,047 families living in 247 projects in rural New York counties.
DUTIES:
Under the general direction of an HCR Specialist 2, duties include:
•Assisting with the implementation and oversight of HTFC’s Annual Contributions Contract (ACC) with HUD for the $2.1 billion Project Based Section 8 program.
•Providing support for the implementation of the Rural Rental Assistance Program (RRAP) which includes the monthly payment process and contract administration for the RRAP portfolio of 247 properties covering 5,047 units which provides monthly subsidies totaling over $22 million annually.
•Developing knowledge of the rules, regulations, and policies that apply to HUD’s Project Based Section 8 Program and USDA RD 515 which governs the NYS Rural Rental Assistance Program.
•Perform quality assurance monitoring of management and occupancy reviews, rent adjustments, utility allowances, voucher processing and contract processing for both HUD’s Section 8 and RRAP contracts with USDA RD 515 properties.
•Assist to ensure program implementation in accordance with HTFC’s Annual Contributions Contract (ACC) with HUD, and compliance with HUD’s Section 8 rules and regulations including oversight of HTFC’s performance of private sector partner.
•Assist in researching any regulatory interpretation for any inquiries received from HUD Multifamily staff, HUD OIG, Congressional inquiries, other HCR programs and Legal department, owners, managing agents, and industry groups.
•Conduct on-site and desk evaluations to determine the accuracy of HTFC’s private sector partner’s performance as well as the compliance of the RRAP properties.
•Complete timely and accurate Quality Assurance reports and present in a clear and professional manner to supervisor.
•Assist with the fulfillment of HTFC’s monthly and annual ad hoc reporting requirements for HUD as defined by HTFC’s ACC.
•Assist with external program reviews from HUD for its Annual Compliance Review (ACR) and other program assessments such as New York’s A-133 audit.
•Assist with the maintenance of all PBCA and RRAP databases and financial systems.
•Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications This title is part of the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide Program (NY HELPS). For the duration of the NY HELPS Program, this title may be filled via a non-competitive appointment, which means no examination is required but all candidates must meet the minimum qualifications of the title for which they apply.
At a future date, it is expected employees hired under NY HELPS will have their non-competitive employment status converted to competitive status, without having to compete in an examination. Employees will then be afforded with all of the same rights and privileges of competitive class employees of New York State. While serving permanently in a NY HELPS title, employees may take part in any promotion examination for which they are qualified.
NON-COMPETITIVE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
A bachelor's or higher degree.
COMPETITIVE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Must be reachable on the New York State Civil Service eligible list.
70.1 TRANSFER QUALIFICATIONS:
One year of permanent or contingent permanent in an eligible title for transfer determined to be similar by Civil Service. For transfers, a list of approved titles is available through Civil Service GOT-IT at https://careermobilityoffice.cs.ny.gov/cmo/gotit/. The GOT-IT site will inform you if your title is transferrable.
55B/C QUALIFICATIONS:
Candidates must meet the open competitive minimum qualifications for this position. Please be sure to submit your 55B/C letter.
It is essential that candidates clearly and concisely indicate exactly how they meet the above minimum qualifications in their resume/email submission. Failure to show how you meet the minimum qualifications above may result in disqualification and removal from consideration.
Additional Comments Please provide a current resume AND proof of a bachelor's or higher degree (either diploma or transcript indicating conferring of degree), if interested in this position.
Please note the vacancy ID in the subject line of your email when applying. If you are applying from Indeed, please indicate the location of the position and paste the job duties into your reply.
Your required educational credentials must have been awarded by an educational institution accredited by a regional, national, or specialized agency recognized as an accrediting agency by the United States (U.S.) Department of Education/Secretary of Education. If awarded by an institution outside of the U.S. and its territories, you MUST provide independent verification of equivalency when applying. A list of companies that provide these services (fees must be paid to the company you choose) can be found at: http://www.cs.ny.gov/jobseeker/degrees.cfm.
Candidates who are brand new to state service will start at the hiring rate of the position, which is $53,764.
It is essential that candidates clearly and concisely indicate exactly how they meet the above minimum qualifications in their resume/email submission. Failure to show how you meet the minimum qualifications above may result in disqualification and removal from consideration.
NYS Homes and Community Renewal (HCR) is committed to fostering a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility. Our work would not be possible without the diverse backgrounds, experiences, ideas, and abilities of our employees. HCR is committed to developing a workforce which represents the diverse population of New York State. HCR embraces a diverse and inclusive work environment by encouraging all individuals, including those with disabilities, to apply to open positions at the agency.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Email Address job.opportunities@hcr.ny.gov
Address
Street 38-40 State St, Hampton Plaza
Notes on ApplyingPlease provide a current resume AND proof of a bachelor's or higher degree (either diploma or transcript indicating conferring of degree), if interested in this position.
Please note the vacancy ID in the subject line of your email when applying. If you are applying from Indeed, please indicate the location of the position and paste the job duties into your reply.
It is essential that candidates clearly and concisely indicate exactly how they meet the above minimum qualifications in their resume/email submission. Failure to show how you meet the minimum qualifications above may result in disqualification and removal from consideration.
If you are new to the state, your starting salary will be $53,764.