<p>The Metropolitan Planning Department of Nashville and Davidson County is seeking a Housing Programs Specialist to join the Metro Housing Division within the Department. Established in January 2022, the Metro Housing Division focuses on identifying and implementing solutions to help Nashvillians achieve and maintain housing security. The Specialist will support several initiatives and operations undertaken by the Metro Housing Division. This position will primarily perform project management and administrative functions while adding outreach and engagement support. </p> <p>This position will report to the Housing Director or her designee and will work collaboratively with the Metro Housing team, Metro Planning colleagues, other Metro Departments, and the Metropolitan Development and Housing Agency.</p> <ul> <li>Provide administrative support to Housing Division programs, including scheduling meetings, note taking, preparing and reviewing program materials, and maintaining program/project files. </li><li>Review and process invoices from vendors and subgrantees and ensure that all expenditures/payments are accurately accounted for and documented.    </li><li>Provide logistical support for events, including developing meeting invitations or notices, securing meeting locations, ensuring facilities are equipped for meetings, and taking meeting notes. </li><li>Track grant and project obligations, expenditures, and milestones and elevate issues to senior staff. </li><li>May perform direct program administration, including but not limited to, determining an applicant's eligibility to participate in a program.  </li><li>Compile reports as requested and assist with data collection.  </li><li>Maintain a calendar of local housing events and legislative matters and assist senior staff in preparing for events and legislative meetings. </li><li>Assist senior staff with special assignments as necessary. </li><li>Assist with other operations as deemed necessary by the Housing Director.  </li></ul> <p>Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university and 1-2 years of experience in program support or an administrative role. </p> <p> *More experience may be considered in lieu of a degree</p> <p>Candidates with accreditations earned in a foreign institute are encouraged to apply.</p> <p>Note: Per Metro Ordinance No. SO94-1078. All employees of the Metropolitan Government shall be residents of the State of Tennessee or become residents of the state within six (6) months of employment as a prerequisite to employment with the Metropolitan Government.</p> <ul> <li>Strong organization skills with the ability to move work forward on multiple projects simultaneously </li><li>Skill in working efficiently, effectively, and accurately in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines </li><li>Experience in establishing and maintaining effective work relationships with partners </li><li>Robust communication skills (written, verbal, and inter-personal) </li><li>Proficient in Microsoft Office </li><li>Experience working independently or as part of a team </li><li>Experience helping others and contributing to the mission of the organization </li></ul> <p>We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply.</p> <p>Metro Nashville Government respects the religious beliefs and practices of all employees and will make, on request, an accommodation for such observances when a reasonable accommodation is available that does not create an undue hardship on business operations.</p> <p>Requests for ADA or other protected accommodations for the recruitment process should be directed to Human Resources at 615-862-6640</p>