Program Officer - Government Investments

November 8

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Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC)

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community development • neighborhood development • economic development • affordable housing • financial stability

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Description

•What We Do: With residents and partners, LISC forges resilient and inclusive communities of opportunity across America. •LISC seeks a qualified candidate for the position of Program Officer (PO) to be part of the Gov Investments and TA team. •The candidate will provide technical assistance to HUD grantees and municipalities through HUD’s Community Compass and Distressed Cities Technical Assistance programs. •The PO will work closely with a broad spectrum of LISC team members, affiliates, consultants, HUD staff, and municipal staff. •The candidate will drive the success of LISC’s government TA, disaster recovery, and resilience programming.

Requirements

•Bachelor’s degree or higher from accredited college or university or relevant related work experience. •Minimum 3 years of experience in community development sector. •Strong interpersonal skills: Demonstrates thorough understanding of program requirements while also demonstrating an understanding of clients’ challenges and opportunities. •Experience with HUD’s CPD programs. •Experience designing, implementing, and evaluating housing and community development programs with federal, state, local, and private sector entities. •Experience conducting needs assessments, in-person trainings, webinars. •Experience with monitoring and compliance on federal grants. •Experience delivering onsite and remote TA assistance and managing HUD TA teams. •Excellent writing and verbal communication. •Adept at using technology to facilitate meetings and events. •Bi-lingual in written and oral Spanish strongly preferred.

Benefits

•Medical, Dental, Vision Coverage: Comprehensive health plans for you and your family's well-being. •Disability Insurance: Long-term and short-term coverage for peace of mind. •Retirement Savings: Secure your future with our 401(k) and 403(b) plans. •Generous Holidays: Enjoy ample time off to recharge and celebrate. •Vacation, PTO, and Sick Days: Take advantage of flexible time-off policies to maintain work-life balance. •Tuition Assistance: Pursue your educational goals with support from our tuition assistance program. •Referral Program: Earn rewards for referring qualified candidates to join our team. •Professional Development Opportunities: Grow and advance in your career with access to ongoing training and development programs tailored to your goals.