Join the County of Sonoma Department of Health Services as a Community Development Specialist II and work to create affordable housing access for all!
Starting salary up to $42.32/hour ($88,326/year) and a competitive total compensation package!
About the Position
Within the Department of Health Services, the Community Development Specialist II provides critical support for the Homelessness Services Division's Ending Homelessness Section. This position will:
Track project spending by budgeted funding sources for the over 40 homeless service contracts
Assist in negotiating with vendors on regulatory and budgetary issues per managed contracts
Revise project budgets by changing funding sources or distribution of funding within budget categories
Process reimbursement requests submitted by providers
Prepare check requests to submit to the fiscal team
Manage Quarterly and Annual reporting to the State
Collect documents from providers
The ideal candidate to join this team will have a working knowledge of Excel, General Accounting Principles, and good communication and customer service skills. In addition they will possess:
Knowledge of the Homelessness Division's systems of care, project types, and governing regulations
Understanding of budget preparation and contract preparation, monitoring, and execution
Training in different homelessness dedicated funding streams (such as Emergency Solutions Grants, Homeless Housing Assistance and Prevention, etc.)
Passion for working with underserved communities and individuals experiencing homelessness
Ability to learn rules related to federal, state, and local funding sources and regulations related to homelessness
A high level of patience when working with providers and staff members
Familiarity with general accounting principles
Strong customer service and communication skills
Proficiency in computer software programs such as Microsoft Office (particularly Excel), Adobe Acrobat, etc.
For more information regarding the department, its programs, services, and partnerships, visit the DHS website.
Salary is negotiable within the established range and benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice. For more information, including minimum qualifications, & to apply, visit,
www.yourpath2sonomacounty.org or call 707-565-2331. The County of Sonoma is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and are committed to having a workforce that is representative of the communities we serve. Apply by 5/20/24
