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Commonwealth of Pennsylvania |
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POSITION DESCRIPTION FOR JOB POSTING |
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Position Number: 50694303 |
Description Activated On: 1/20/2026 3:46:58 PM |
Position Purpose: Describe the primary purpose of this position and how it contributes to the organization’s objectives. Example: Provides clerical and office support within the Division to ensure its operations are conducted efficiently and effectively. Undertake administrative duties of all aspects of the federal HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME) and other HUD special purpose grants within the Center for Community & Housing Development. |
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Description of Duties: Describe in detail the duties and responsibilities assigned to this position. Descriptions should include the major end result of the task. Example: Types correspondence, reports, and other various documents from handwritten drafts for review and signature of the supervisor. Analysis of HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME) and other HUD special purpose grant applications. Input of information into and the implementation of various information management systems documenting compliance with the federal HOME and other HUD programs requirements. Prepare the applications and systems for the recommendation of contracts for HOME and other HUD special purpose grants for conformity with the required contracting processes within the Department. Prepare the necessary information for the processing of federal grant contracts. Prepare and present compliance training for local government grantees and state staff in the HOME and other HUD special purpose programs. Maintain the necessary files to demonstrate the Commonwealth's compliance with all applicable federal and state compliance requirements. As required, participate in HUD monitoring of the Center for Community & Housing Development programs and assist in the development of responses to HUD monitoring reports. Evaluate widely varied HOME and other HUD special purpose grant applications within designated counties by conducting a thorough review in accordance with complex federal and state statutes, regulations, and guidelines, taking into account local needs and priorities. Provide substantial and detailed technical advice and assistance to grantees by interpreting HOME program standards, procedures and policies to resolve varied problems obstructing the progress of projects funded by the HOME program and other HUD special purpose grants. Monitor grantees by reviewing grantee reports, analyzing budget and accounting practices, approving funding requests, evaluating proposed project and contract revisions, and conducting periodic on-site inspections as well as desk audits and monitoring of grantees through the HOME funded projects affordability period. Implement the closeout of HOME and other HUD special purpose grant contracts while verifying compliance with program requirements and documenting files. Perform other duties as assigned. |
Decision Making: Describe the types of decisions made by the incumbent of this position and the types of decisions referred to others. Identify the problems or issues that can be resolved at the level of this position, versus those that must be referred to the supervisor. Example: In response to a customer inquiry, this work involves researching the status of an activity and preparing a formal response for the supervisor’s signature. Has wide latitude in administration of federal programs: HOME grants and other HUD special purpose grants identified with supervisory input on sensitive and or significant policy and programmatic matters. Schedules and conducts onsite monitoring of grantees for the HOME program as well as other HUD special purpose grants that may be received and may alter review areas based on the initial review and analysis with supervisor approval. Recommends grant applications for approval. Makes independent judgment on the programmatic capability of each grantee applying for assistance to operate the program. Responsible for communicating and negotiating with local elected officials and staff regarding the activities and acceptable use of HOME-ARP, HOME and other HUD special purpose grant funds. After analysis of federal legal and regulatory requirements, has considerable ability to recommend changes in program direction and focus. Develops recommendations independently for funding federal program applications. Recommends actions to deal with significant poor performance and non-compliance. |
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Requirements Profile: Identify any specific experience or requirements, such as a licensure, registration, or certification, which may be necessary to perform the functions of the position. Position-specific requirements should be consistent with a Special Requirement or other criteria identified in the classification specification covering this position. Example: Experience using Java; Professional Engineer License Experience: Licenses, registrations, or certifications: 1. N/A 2. N/A 3. N/A 4. N/A 5. N/A 6. N/A |
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Essential Functions: Provide a list of essential functions for this position. Example: Transports boxes weighing up to 60 pounds.
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