Compliance and Grants Administrator

Posting number: 23-08430

Department: Planning And Budget

Job classification: COMPLIANCE AND GRANTS ADMINISTRATOR

Posting type: Open & Promotional

Categories: Accounting and Finance, Professional

Summary

Are you looking for career opportunities that provide top-notch benefits including paid vacation and sick leave, parental leave, outstanding health, vision, and dental insurance, an on-site health clinic for you and your dependents, a generous retirement plan, and much more? Then bring your talents to Travis County!

Under the direction of the Corporations Managing Director, responsible for monitoring compliance for the Travis County Corporations; including Travis County Housing Finance Corporation, Travis County Health Facilities Development Corporation, Travis County Capital Industrial Development Corporation, Travis County Development Authority and Travis County Cultural Education Facilities Finance Corporation. Prepares applications, administers, and monitors compliance with grant programs for the Travis County Corporation. Assists in the design and expansion of County economic development activities and the Corporations' programmatic and business activity. Performs research and advanced review and analysis of multiple projects and/or programs.

Distinguishing Characteristics:

This is a job classification in the Professional Support job family.  This classification is responsible for managing complex projects while simultaneously monitoring compliance on multiple levels.  It is distinguished by the responsibility for oversight and maintenance of compliance issues for a department in conformity with Federal, State and Local statutes, policies, procedures, and industry standards.  This classification may require a flexible work schedule to meet the needs of the department.

 

Examples of duties

• Assists the Corporations Managing Director with policies relating to compliance and grants administration.
• Identifies and is responsible for grant applications related to federal, state and local programs.
• Performs compliance and administration connected to Corporations.
• Research new grants and programs that could benefit Travis County residents through the Corporations and provides recommendations.
• Reviews and makes recommendations on tenant services at multifamily properties funded through the Housing Finance Corporation.
• Prepares reports for the Commissioners Court on compliance, grants, and economic development initiatives that relate to the Corporations.
• Interfaces with TDHCA for grant programs as well as single- and multifamily programs.
• Attends TDHCA Board Meetings, Round Table discussions, etc. as necessary to remain abreast of changes to policy, rules, and the Qualified Allocation Plan.
• Performs tenant file audits at multifamily properties in the Corporation's portfolio to ensure compliance with tenant income and/or rent requirements.
• Prepares reports to the Board on property compliance as well as letters to the property owners and invoices for staff time for reviewing tenant files.
• Reviews Certificate of Continuing Compliance submitted by property management for compliance and accuracy.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

QualificationsEducation and Experience:
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Urban Planning or a directly related field AND three (3) years of increasingly responsible experience in compliance monitoring, research, Housing and Urban Development (HUD), state or local grants programs and/or other related experience

OR,

Any combination of education and experience that has been achieved and is equivalent to the stated education and experience and required knowledge, skills, and abilities sufficient to successfully perform the duties and responsibilities of this job.

Licenses, Registrations, Certifications, or Special Requirements:
Valid Texas Driver's License.
Applicants are required to attach a resume with the online application. 
 
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of:

• Policies, practices, procedures, and terminology of assigned function.
• Federal, State and Local program laws, requirements, and standards.
• Relevant programs and grants.
• Fair Housing requirements at Federal, State and Local levels.
• Policies and procedures of US Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs (TDHCA).
• Housing programs' income and rent restrictions and compliance.
• Grant application processes, monitoring and compliance.
• Sources of information, current literature and recent developments related to the job's duties.
• Administrative and related business principles.
• Computer equipment to include word processing, spreadsheets, databases, statistical packages, project scheduling and management, presentation/graphics and related software applications.
• Business letter writing, grammar and punctuation, and report preparation.

 Skill in:
 

• Program review and monitoring.
• Strategic, innovative problem solving.
• Research, data collection and insightful analysis for potential programs or projects.
• Problem-solving and technical decision-making for developing effective solutions.
• Analyzing and evaluating data, policies, and technical issues.
• Leadership, collaboration, and negotiation techniques.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.

Ability to:
 

• Coordinate, plan, and prioritize programs, projects, and activities.
• Research and recommend projects and programs.
• Apply knowledge to policy and process analysis.
• Reach sound conclusions and make recommendations.
• Manage time well, perform multiple tasks, and organize diverse activities.
• Interpret and explain planning and program objectives to staff.
• Compile data and write clear and comprehensive reports.
• Maintain appropriate records.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with departments, representatives of outside agencies, industry groups, contractors, other County employees and officials, and the public.

Supplemental informationPhysical requirements include the ability to lift/carry up to 5-20 pounds occasionally, visual acuity, speech and hearing, hand and eye coordination and manual dexterity necessary to operate a computer and office equipment.  Subject to standing, sitting, walking, climbing stairs, crawling, bending, stooping, crouching, kneeling, pushing, pulling, reaching, twisting, balancing, occasional indoor/outdoor activities, repetitive motion, client/customer contact, and squatting to perform the essential functions.

Travis County employees play an important role in business continuity. As such, employees can be assigned to business continuity efforts outside of normal job functions.

This job description is intended to be generic in nature.  It is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities.  The essential duties, functions and responsibilities and overtime eligibility may vary based on the specific tasks assigned to the position.

Work Hours: 8 AM - 5 PM; Monday through Friday.

Location: 700 Lavaca St. Austin TX 78701 

Department: Planning and Budget

Resume and cover letter required

Criminal Background Check Required

For updates or questions on this position, contact:  Debra.Garcia@traviscountytx.gov