Homeownership Program Manager; COM

Description

Home ownership Program Manager (COM
3). At the Department of Commerce, we’re reimagining what’s possible in government. We’re builders, thinkers, and change-makers, working at the intersection of innovation, community, and impact. From unlocking critical funding to fueling inclusive economic growth, we’re turning big ideas into real-world solutions that uplift people and places.

Our agency’s strength lies in the diversity of our workforce and the breadth of the lived experiences and perspectives employees bring to the work. We believe equity is not just a value but a practice, which is reflected in how we design programs, engage communities, and deliver outcomes. We foster a workplace culture where curiosity is encouraged, bold thinking is welcomed, and collaboration drives our impact.

This job is a commitment to reshape systems so they work better for everyone. If you’re ready to challenge the status quo and build meaningful connections, we want to meet you. Let’s build what’s next, together.

The Housing Division (HD) partners with local governments, Tribes, housing authorities, nonprofits and other organizations to develop and preserve affordable housing, promote individual and family self-sufficiency, and reduce adult and youth homelessness.

This position works in the Home ownership Unit (HOU) of the HD and is responsible for specific tasks within the Home ownership programs. This role serves as program specialist for Home ownership capital programs in Commerce. This position has technical expertise in the areas of home ownership development, finance, and project management. The position will implement and administer a program supporting home ownership opportunities providers throughout Washington, by offering financial assistance, monitoring performance, and programmatic input.

Responsibilities include establishing program priorities, goals, and objectives, and managing projects through to the placed in-service stage. The position solicits applications, and develops, negotiates and monitors complex contracts with community organizations, housing authorities, Tribes and other entities.

• Solicit applications, develop, negotiate, and monitor complex contracts with community organizations, housing authorities, Tribes, and other entities.
• Establish program priorities, goals, and objectives; manage projects through to the placed in-service stage.
• Provide technical expertise in home ownership development, finance, and project management to support program delivery.
• Administer and oversee Home ownership capital programs, including financial assistance and performance monitoring.

Required Qualifications:

Seven (7) years of combined experience and/or education as described below.

Experience working in community, trade and economic development with a focus in three or more of the following areas:

• Affordable Housing
• Housing Finance
• Accounting
• Real Estate
• Contracting

Education involves real estate, housing finance, business, public administration or related field. Qualifying education post High School or equivalent may be substituted year for year for experience.

Examples of how to qualify:

• 7 years of experience
• 6 years of experience and one year of education
• 5 years of experience and two years of education
• 4 years of experience and three years of education
• 3 years of experience and four years of education
• 2 years of experience and five years of education
• 1 year of experience and six years of education

Required Position

Competencies:

• Demonstrated skills in organization, team building, and succession planning.
• Ability to collaborate and build partnerships, develop work teams, and work effectively with the authorizing and external environment.
• Ability to interact with public stakeholders from diverse backgrounds.
• Intermediate skill level in Microsoft Office suite products including One Drive, Teams, SharePoint, Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Ability to apply negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, as well as interpersonal and relationship building skills.
• Knowledge of agencies, institutions, and processes involved in real estate development.

Preferred/…