Vice President, Office of Community Renewal at undefined

POSSIBLE HYBRID WORKPLACE OPPORTUNITIY

The Office of Community Renewal (OCR) is within the Single Family and Community Development unit, one of four program offices within NYSHCR. OCR mission is to administer a combination of State and Federal funding resources to develop or support programs that provide decent housing, a suitable living environment, and expand economic opportunities for low- and moderate-income persons. 

Achieving this mission requires a wide range of skills and backgrounds in public policy, administration, real estate, architecture, finance, law and many other areas of expertise. We seek to provide a workplace environment that is productive, flexible, accountable, ethical and caring. Our employees are empowered to make a difference where they live and work. We offer competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package, including paid leave, health, dental, vision, retirement and family-friendly policies. 

New York State Homes and Community Renewal currently offers the possibility of a hybrid workplace through our Telecommuting Pilot Program. Participation in this program requires an application process that must be approved. Participation is not guaranteed.

Position Summary

The Vice President will play an essential leadership role in HCR’s Office of Community Renewal. This is an exciting opportunity to build upon previous experience with housing, economic development and government grant administration. 

Duties 

Under the direction of the President of the Office of Community Renewal, the Vice President will play a key role in the oversight and administration of various grant programs deployed throughout NYS. This role will provide high level direction, guidance and hands on support for OCR’s program areas. This will include direct research and procedural realignment to promote consistency in the office’s program offerings and achieve efficiencies in operations. 

• Participate in program development, improvement, and implementation.
• Provide direct support, guidance and feedback to grant program directors.
• Lead program activities as needed.
• Take on long term projects intended to deliver operations improvements, both administrative and technical.
• Collaborate with government, private, and non-profit partners to deliver program improvements.
• Work across agency departments to formulate new policies and procedures to deliver long term, manageable program outcomes.
• Provide and direct technical assistance to eligible program applicants and awardees to ensure comprehension of program regulations, requirements, and the application and funding processes.
• When applicable, participate in development of procurement and grant making opportunities, review and scoring of program-related applications, and assist with award notification/declination process, and other grant administration activities.
• Professional and technical writing for policy memos and documenting procedural adjustments. Including but not limited to memos, correspondence, reports, manuals, presentations, or other documents as needed.
• Carry out routine office activities.
• Attend, participate, conduct presentations and/or assist with preparation for meetings, conferences, webinars and workshops.
• Supervise staff members as needed.

This position requires occasional travel. Amount of travel varies throughout the year. This job description is not intended to be all inclusive and employee will be expected to perform other reasonably related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications and Desired Skills: 

• Bachelor’s degree and 8 years of relevant experience. * 
• Advanced skills with Excel & Word.
• Ability to adapt quickly to solve problems and overcome roadblocks.
• Demonstrated interest in the relationship between housing development and community revitalization;
• Understanding of how to work effectively in and with diverse communities; 
• Demonstrated experience working independently and exercising good judgment without constant supervision; Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing with attention to detail and professionalism in all communications; 
• Well organized and self-motivated with ability to work under pressure, while prioritizing and managing multiple tasks and projects; 

*Substitutions: four years of specialized experience or an associate’s degree and two years of specialized experience may substitute for bachelor’s degree; J.D. or master’s degree may substitute for one year of specialized experience; Ph.D. may substitute for two years of specialized experience.

This job description is not intended to be all inclusive and employee will be expected to perform other reasonably related duties as assigned.

APPLICANTS MUST INCLUDE RESUME AND COVER LETTER

 WHAT WE OFFER AT NYS HCR: 

• Extensive benefits package including paid leave, including excellent health, dental, vision and retirement benefits with the New York State & Local Employees’ Retirement System.
• Promotional opportunity for dedicated professionals
• Work life balance benefits including a 37.5 hour work week and paid time off benefits including, vacation, sick, personal days, and Federal Holidays
• Opportunity for compressed scheduling
• 12 weeks of Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Family Leave
• As a New York State employee, you may qualify to participate in the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF). The PSLF Program forgives the remaining balance on your Direct Loans after you have made 120 qualifying monthly payments under an accepted repayment plan and while working full-time for an eligible employer. 

 ABOUT NEW YORK STATE HOMES AND COMMUNITY RENEWAL: 

Under the leadership of Governor Kathy Hochul and Commissioner RuthAnne Visnauskas, HCR is a vibrant, innovative agency that integrates and leverages New York State’s housing resources. We have offices in New York City, Albany, Buffalo and Syracuse, and employ a diverse workforce of professionals who are hard-working and committed to serving low and moderate income families. Our mission is far reaching, encompassing single and multifamily housing finance, home improvement, rent regulation, housing subsidies, and community development. We partner regularly with a variety of public and private stakeholders.

Achieving this mission requires a wide range of skills and backgrounds in public policy, administration, real estate, construction. finance, law, and many other areas of expertise. We seek to provide a workplace environment that is productive, flexible, accountable, ethical, and caring. Our employees are empowered to make a difference where they live and work. We offer competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package, including paid leave, health, dental, vision, retirement, and family-friendly policies. 

New York State is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)