Data & Research Coordinator CHSA)

Bring your talent and we’ll bring the opportunities. Join the Community Housing Services Agency, Inc. (CHSA) today. The Housing Data & Research Coordinator position is responsible for coordinating housing data, research, and related management support functions, including loan servicing, resource development, resource management, and program compliance. The position provides accurate and timely information to support affordable housing programs, funding requirements, development activities, and organizational decision-making.

This position is assigned to and works under the direction of Community Housing Services Agency, Inc. CHSA is a separate organization from the City of Savannah.

Community Housing Services Agency, Inc. (CHSA) is a local nonprofit 501(c)(3) housing organization established in 1989 by the City of Savannah in partnership with banking and community leaders to create and retain affordable housing. CHSA also leverage public and private investments to bring housing opportunities to underserved neighborhoods in Chatham County.

We offer an excellent benefits package to include health, dental and vision, defined contribution plan (457b), life insurance, wellness programs, vacation, sick leave, paid holidays, employee assistance program, home buyers program, tuition reimbursement and more!

• Coordinates the collection, maintenance, analysis, and reporting of CHSA program, lending, production, and performance data.
• Prepares required reports for CHSA-administered affordable housing funds, CDFI programs, governmental partners, funders, and other funding sources.
• Maintains reporting schedules and coordinates with staff to ensure accurate and timely submission of required data and reports.
• Develops and maintains spreadsheets, databases, dashboards, tracking tools, and other systems used to monitor program activities, funding, outcomes, and organizational performance.
• Coordinates and assists with management functions related to loan servicing, resource development, resource management, and program compliance.
• Assists with monitoring CHSA's loan portfolio and reconciling program, servicing, production, and financial information.
• Conducts research and analysis related to affordable housing, housing conditions, demographics, funding opportunities, and community development initiatives.
• Research potential housing development opportunities, including property information, zoning, land use, permitted uses, development standards, building and permitting requirements, and other applicable regulations.
• Provides data, research, and reporting support for grant applications, funding proposals, audits, monitoring reviews, presentations, board materials, and management decision-making.
• Maintains appropriate records and supporting documentation in accordance with funding requirements, regulations, and CHSA policies;

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Urban Planning, Real Estate, Finance, Data Analytics, Community Development, or a related field, with three years of experience in data management, research, reporting, affordable housing, community development, lending, local government, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license with an acceptable driving history.

Background investigation, including supervised drug screen, post-offer/pre-employment medical screen; and verification of education, certifications, and licenses required prior to employment.

• Knowledge of relevant local, state, and federal regulations.
• Knowledge of data collection, reporting, research, records-management, and quality-control practices.

• Knowledge of affordable housing, community development, lending, or related programs, or the ability to develop such knowledge.
• Working knowledge of local government processes, including zoning, land use, permitting, and development regulations.
• Ability to research and interpret zoning ordinances, development standards, program guidelines, funding requirements, and other technical information.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify trends, discrepancies, and relationships within data.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to organize and manage multiple reporting requirements, priorities, and deadlines.
• Ability to translate complex data and research into clear reports, summaries, charts, and…