Program Analyst I - Detroit Housing Services (Inventory Development Specialist) ARPA

Salary : $48,406.00 - $56,784.00 Annually
Location : CAYMC, MI
Job Type: Certified-Regular Civil Service
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: 20230313111211DJ
Department: Housing & Revitalization
Opening Date: 01/11/2024
Bargaining Unit: 9001
Description
The Program Analyst I - Detroit Housing Services (Inventory Development Specialist) ARPA is an entry-level professional located within the Housing and Revitalization Department's (HRD) Detroit Housing Services Office that receives significant direction and guidance from Program Analyst II, III and IV. The Detroit Housing Services Office (DHS) looks to address city-wide housing insecurity with preventative, responsive and broadly available measures. The Housing Services Office is structured to meet a broad range of housing needs faced by residents, through an internal continuum of services and as a participant's housing needs change, so does the type of services available to them within the program.
The Program Analyst IInventory Development Specialist primarily serves to build a database of safe and secure housing for residents to relocate to, and to maintain the database with landlords and housing agencies on a regular basis and/or perform outreach to a set of addresses, stakeholders or housing sites, with indicated goals determined by the interaction type. Additionally, responsibilities include utilizing electronic systems to closely maintain a record of contact, resources and outreach outcomes.
Examples of Duties

• Advocate with stakeholders around permanent housing resources.
• Maintain regular and documented contact with residents and stakeholders/landlords around housing related needs.
• Develop and maintain working knowledge of relevant social services systems and agencies to ensure client access to appropriate services.
• Attend and participate in required team meetings and trainings including, but not limited to HIPAA and trauma-informed care.
• Interpret and explain information such as eligibility requirements, program processes and resource details to internal and external stakeholders
• Keep records of assigned cases and prepare required reports.
• Check and compare documents, forms, applications, or other materials for accuracy, completeness, grammar, and format.
• Use computers for various applications, such as database management or word processing.
• Set up, manage, and develop systems for paper or electronic filing systems, record information, update paperwork, or maintain documents, such as attendance records, correspondence or other material.
• Perform special projects and other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications
Qualifications (required):

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, with major course of work in business administration, public administration, public policy, economics, finance, accounting, urban studies, information technology, or a case management, health, social services or social work-related field.
• Minimum one (1) year of professional experience involving the systematic review of financial data or one (1) year of experience in customer service and health, human or social services or related field.

Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be substituted to meet the education and experience requirements of this position.
Qualifications (required):

• Prior experience assisting individuals with housing needs and resources.

Supplemental Information
PLEASE ATTACH A RESUME & ALL SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION TO YOUR APPLICATION
Evaluation Plan

• Interview: 70%
• Evaluation of Training, Experience & Personal Qualifications: 30%
• Total of Interview and Evaluation T.E.P: 100%

Additional Points may be awarded for:

• Veteran Points: 0 - 15 points
• Detroit Residency Credit: 15 points

EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS
The City of Detroit offers a competitive and comprehensive employee benefit package. We pride ourselves on the longevity of our employees. Part of the reason for the low turnover rate is the exceptional benefit package listed below. Benefits include, but are not limited to the following:
HEALTH

• Medical - Eligible for hospital, surgical, and prescription drug benefits.
• Dental
• Vision

INSURANCE

• Life Insurance - Optional group insurance available to employee and their family. The City pays 60% of premium for first $12,500 of employee life insurance. Employee may purchase, at own expense, life insurance for spouse and each dependent.
• Long-Term Disability Insurance (Income Protection Plan) - The City offers disability insurance through payroll deductions for persons who become disabled and who are not yet eligible for a service retirement.

PAID TIME OFF

• Sick Leave
• Vacation
• Holidays

OTHER LEAVE BENEFITS
The City also has the following paid and unpaid leaves; funeral leave, Family and Medical Leave, jury duty, military duty leave, unpaid personal leave,
RETIREMENT BENEFITS
City Employees Retirement System
As a regular City employee you automatically become a member of the General Retirement System. This entitles you to a retirement allowance after:
• Completion of thirty (30) years of service;
- At age sixty (60) if you have at least ten (10) years of service, or
- At age sixty-five (65) with eight (8) years of service.
• In the event of disability, other eligibility rules apply);
- An early, actuarially reduced, retirement is offered after you have attained at least twenty-five (25) years of service;
• Employees are vested after ten (10) years of service, regardless of age.
ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES - Employees have many opportunities for growth and career advancement throughout all City departments and divisions.
Have a successful career with the City of Detroit. Always remember that you are a part of a team with a common Vision of delivering excellent service to the citizens of the City of Detroit
01
Do you have a BS Degree from an accredited college or university, with coursework in public administration, public policy, economics, social work, urban planning, urban studies, or a closely related field.

• Yes
• No

02
Describe your experience identifying housing options and creating inventory for utilization by Detroit residents.
Required Question