Tri-Cities Homeless Services Coordinator

Salary : $66,281.28 - $105,877.46 Annually
Location : CO 80120, CO
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 05709
Department: Community Resources Department
Opening Date: 03/11/2024
Closing Date: 4/15/2024 11:59 PM Mountain
Description
**This position is now closing April 15th, 2024 at 11:59pm.
Under general direction of the Arapahoe County Community Resources leadership, the Tri-Cities Homelessness Services Coordinator is responsible for the implementation of the Tri-Cities Homelessness Plan of Action. The Coordinator is responsible for ensuring the implementation of all activities included in the plan, as well as reporting on and measuring the success of plan elements while ensuring that implementation is in line with regional and national goals and best practices. This position will establish and maintain a framework for activities in order to build a strong inter-jurisdictional coordination structure, align policies, promote systems integration, and promote collaboration among public agencies, educational institutions, businesses, and non-profit community groups; and to do other work as required. The work of the position will be directed and prioritized by Arapahoe County Community Resources leadership, in line with goals established by the Tri-Cities Homelessness Plan of Action.
Duties

• Builds and executes a governance structure
  • Coordinates the established regional leadership structure
  • Partners with the Tri-Cities on strategies to increase local government staff capacity
  • Manages a Lived Experience Advisory Board

Formalizes a data-driven approach to resource allocation

• Coordinates use of the Homelessness Management Information System (HMIS)
• Works to increase participation in HMIS
• Increases referrals to Metro Denver Homeless Initiative's One Home system
• Partners with Built for Zero program
• Develops, implements, and tracks reporting on plan implementation and outcome achievement

Coordinates implementation of Tri-Cities Homelessness and Housing Plan(s) of Action

• Develops and recommends an annual work plan to coordinate and implement the Tri-Cities and Countywide strategic plans to address homelessness
• Identifies and implements strategic, short- and long-range planning and programmatic framework to achieve homelessness and housing goals; and
• Identifies resources needed to implement the plan(s).

Creates and executes a community engagement and education strategy

• Works with the Tri-Cities communications team to maintain the Tri-Cities website
• Works to streamline volunteer and giving opportunities
• Establishes and manages a Welcome Home community engagement program

Streamlines access to Homeless Services and housing opportunities for single adults

• Coordinates the establishment of the Tri-Cities Navigation Center as the lead service provider
• Coordinates the planning and development of a central navigation center
• Manages an online platform to request Homeless Services
• Promotes shared housing
• Strengthens outreach to landlords
• Coordinates the study of permanent supportive housing

Coordinates street-based services in increasing health and wellbeing

• Partners with the Cities to launch a coordinated outreach campaign
• Assists in the support of local meal programs
• Assists in the establishment of a safe parking program
• Convenes local healthcare providers to discuss feasibility of a street medicine team

Assists in the coordination and development of job training programs

• Serves as the contact point for the establishment of a Ready to Work site in partnership with Bridge House
• Promotes local online skills training programs on the Tri-Cities website
• Partners with Arapahoe/Douglas Works! Workforce center to learn of and communicate information on job training programs

Coordinates initiatives to prevent families from becoming homeless and streamlining services for homeless families

• Partners with local school districts
• Promotes new resources for homeless prevention
• Assists in the development of a peer-support specialist program to outreach to families

Develops and strengthens relationships with other entities in the region to ensure a collaborative approach to tackling homelessness

• Coordinates the provisions of the Homeless Services with other private, public and non-profit sector agencies in order to execute the Strategic plan(s)
• Acts as liaison to and builds strong relationships with Cities of Englewood, Littleton and Sheridan and Arapahoe County officials and departments and the homelessness community, including government agencies, schools, labor organizations, non-profits, and businesses, as well as entrepreneurial and civic/community groups, regarding issues of homelessness, including recommendations for affordable housing projects.
• Represents Tri-Cities as a subregion within Metro Denver Homeless Initiative's regional homelessness collaborative work, including Built-for-Zero

Makes presentations to boards, the business community and other groups regarding findings and recommendations; facilitates and represents Tri-Cities and County at meetings with members of the business community and the general public

Coordinates with Arapahoe County and Tri-Cities communications teams to provide information and statements for media inquiries.

Reviews and analyzes complex data

• Researches, analyzes, interprets and prepares studies and reports on a variety of data related to homelessness
• Researches and advises on implementation of evidence-based practices and measurable outcomes
• Tracks and reports on the deliverables included in the plan; and
• Develops qualitative and quantitative measures to monitor, ensure, and evaluate programs and projects, contract/grant/permit compliance, professional consultant/contractor performance, and client satisfaction.

Skills, Abilities and Competencies:

• Thorough knowledge of:
  • The principles and practices of homeless service strategies, program administration and resources, including methods for business attraction and retention
  • Organizational and management principles
  • The principles and practices of researching and analyzing the economic feasibility of programs and projects
  • Methods of financing homelessness projects
  • The principles and practices of grant writing, application, and administration
  • Federal, State, and local policies, laws, rules and regulations relating to homelessness and financing
  • Data and program management
  • The principles and practices of permanent supportive and emergency housing

Ability to:

• Plan, organize, and promote homelessness strategies, programs, and related activities.
• Research, analyze, interpret, and prepare technical funding proposals, data and documents, financial reports.
• Administer grant and contract activities to ensure compliance.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with City and county officials and private and public entities.
• Evaluate and recommend changes to policies, practices, and procedures.
• Interpret and apply complex federal, state, and local policies, laws, rules, and regulations.
• Work effectively in time-sensitive situations to meet deadlines; coordinate multiple projects and complex tasks concurrently.
• Exercise sound independent judgement and demonstrate initiative, with minimal supervision.
• Communicate clearly, logically, and concisely, both orally and in writing.

Behavioral Competencies (these are required for all positions at ACG):
Accountability
Accessibility
Inclusivity
Integrity
Requirements
Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree of equivalent from an accredited college or university in public administration, business, finance, social work, psychology, social sciences, or a related field.
• At least 3 years of relevant experience in public or non-profit administration, including 3 years of experience in the design and delivery of programs to address homelessness.
• Any equivalent combination of education and work experience that satisfy the requirements of the job will be considered.

Preferred Education and Experience:

• A master's degree in a related field, such as Public Administration or Social Work, is highly desirable

Supplemental Information
Pre-Employment Additional Requirements:

• Must successfully pass pre-employment testing which includes an acceptable motor vehicle record (MVR) and background check.

Post-Employment Requirements:

• Work locations and facilities are subject to change based on business need.
• Ability to provide suitable transportation.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Work is generally confined to a standard office environment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Spends 80% of the time sitting and 20% of the time either upright or walking.
• Occasionally lifts, carries, pulls or pushes up to 20 lbs.
• Occasionally uses cart, dolly, or other equipment to carry in excess of 20 lbs.
• Occasionally climbs, stoops, kneels, balances, reaches, crawls and crouches while performing office or work duties.
• Verbal and auditory capacity enabling constant interpersonal communication through automated devices, such as telephones, radios, and similar; and in public meetings and personal interactions.
• Constant use of eye, hand and finger coordination enabling the use of automated office machinery or equipment.
• Visual capacity enabling constant use of computer or other work-related equipment.

Below, please list any special physical demands associated with this position. For instance, exposure to hazardous environments, blood borne pathogens, extreme heat/cold, use of power equipment or machinery, wearing of PPE (personal protective equipment).
Definitions:
Occasionally: Activity exists less than 1/3 of the time.
Frequently: Activity exists between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time.
Constantly: Activity exists more than 2/3 of the time.
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As a Temporary Grant Funded or Part-Time employee at Arapahoe County Government, you are eligible for benefits such as:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life and Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short and Long Term Disability
• Deferred Compensation Plan
• Pre-paid Legal Services
• Vacation and Sick Leaves
• Holiday pay
• Training and Educational Reimbursement Opportunities

For a more detailed listing of our benefit programs, click on the MENU link on the left and then Benefits Summary.
01
Please choose the response that best describes your educational background.

• High School Graduate or GED
• Associate Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree in public administration, business, finance, social work, psychology, social sciences, or a related field.
• Master's Degree
• Master's Degree in public administration, business, finance, social work, psychology, social sciences, or a related field.

02
Please choose the answer that best describes your years of relevant experience in public or non-profit administration.

• No Experience
• Less than 1 year of experience
• 1 year to less than 2 years of experience
• 2 years to less than 3 years of experience
• 3 years to less than 4 years of experience
• 4 years to less than 5 years of experience
• 5 years to less than 6 years of experience
• 6 years to less than 7 years of experience
• 7 years to less than 8 years of experience
• 8 or more years of experience

03
Please describe your relevant experience in public or non-profit administration.
04
Please choose the answer that best describes your years of experience in the design and delivery of programs to address homelessness.

• No Experience
• Less than 1 year of experience
• 1 year to less than 2 years of experience
• 2 years to less than 3 years of experience
• 3 years to less than 4 years of experience
• 4 years to less than 5 years of experience
• 5 or more years of experience

05
Please describe your experience in the design and delivery of programs to address homelessness.
Required Question