CoC Associate

Monarch Housing Associates works to end homelessness in New Jersey through sound planning and the creation of housing opportunities for all. To this end, the homeless planning team works with all twenty-one counties throughout the State in varying aspects of their Continuum of Care implementation, data evaluation and reporting, execution of special initiatives and homeless planning efforts. The CoC Team Associate would be responsible for managing at least two contracts with the Continuum’s of Care directly throughout the State as well as managing time limited side projects as they occur.

• Prepare annual Continuum of Care grant application including leadership in a local allocations committee
• Meeting Attendance and Facilitation:
• Attend community meetings to facilitate the planning process and provide technical assistance services
• Prepare meeting materials to facilitate conversation on local needs and strategies
• Facilitate meetings of local advisory boards that provide persons with lived experience the opportunity to lead planning conversations
• Provide support and technical assistance in understanding CoC HUD regulations
• Assist in preparation, implementation and analysis of annual Point in Time Count activities
• Consult on the allocation strategies for funding sources contributing to the homeless service system
• Evaluate local homeless systems and provide recommendations for improvements
• Research best practices in the homeless, housing and service arena and assist in the development of model programs in local communities
• Develop, write and/or contribute to reports, posts, testimony and other documents addressing issues of homelessness
• Facilitate the development and implementation of local plans to end homelessness
• Assist in other activities that arise that foster the goals and objectives of the CoC and Monarch

• Evaluate local homeless systems and provide recommendations for improvements
• Research best practices in the homeless, housing and service arena and assist in the development of model programs in local communities
• Develop, write and/or contribute to reports, posts, testimony and other documents addressing issues of homelessness
• Facilitate the development and implementation of local plans to end homelessness
• Assist in other activities that arise that foster the goals and objectives of the CoC and Monarch

All Monarch staff are expected to participate in the planning and execution of agency wide events and efforts such as an annual conference and/or advocacy and policy initiatives.

• Excellent writing and research skills
• High degree of organizational skills, including the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as an effective team member
• Experience working with diverse groups of stakeholders
• Ability to follow clear directions and work under tight deadlines
• Comfortable with public speaking in small and large groups
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, and Adobe Acrobat, Power Point
• Ability to think creatively to problem solve and assist with conflict resolution
• Willingness to travel within New Jersey – possess a reliable car and valid driver’s license
• Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We do not currently sponsor for immigration or work permit applications.

• Experience working with the Continuum of Care
• Experience in grant management
• Experience in supervising staff and leading team activities
• Experience utilizing New Jersey’s Homeless Management Information System
• Experience working with HUD programs or other federal or state programs
• Familiar with local, state, or federal funding sources

Full-time hours, generally M-F, 9:00am-5:00pm. Must be willing to work occasional hours outside normal work hours. Must be able to come into the Monarch office in Cranford as needed. Travel around the state of New Jersey is required.

Approximately $60,000. Full benefits package available, including fully paid Health, Dental and Vision insurance, 401K, 401K match, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.

Monarch is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in its workforce. We encourage candidates who will help us live out this commitment to apply.