Supportive Housing Services Research Analyst

Job ID: 106461

Location: H3S-Community Development

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Regular/Temporary:Regular

Clackamas County employees work to serve the public and enrich our community. In that spirit, we pledge to hold ourselves to these standards at all times in our interactions with customers and one another:

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• Integrity

• Respect

• Individual accountability

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By incorporating these values into our daily routines, we can better serve our customers, ourselves and our projects. We're always looking to improve. That's the Clackamas County SPIRIT.

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This Job Posting closes at 11:59 p.m. (Pacific Time) on Wednesday, February 1, 2023.

Annual Pay Range: $76,070.68 - $96,312.56

Hourly Pay Range: $36.572443 - $46.304116

Salary offers will be made within the posted pay range and will be based on a candidate's experience (paid or unpaid) that is directly relevant to the position.

Clackamas County proudly offers an attractive compensation and benefits package, including competitive wages, cost-of-living adjustments, merit increases (for eligible employees), and a robust sick and vacation plan for regular status employees.

We encourage and support employee health and wellness by offering, health and wellness classes and events, and alternative care benefits, so you can customize your wellness needs to fit your lifestyle. Employee benefits become effective the first of the month following an employee's date of hire.

• 12 hours of vacation accrued per month

• 8 hours of sick accrued per month

• 10 paid holidays and 1 personal days per year

• Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP):

• Employer-paid 6% PERS retirement contribution (The county currently pays the employee's share of the retirement contribution.)

• ORSRP members get vested after five years of contributions or when they reach age 65

• A Choice of Medical Plans that include chiropractic coverage, alternative care, vision, and prescription drug coverage

• A Choice of Dental Plans

• Robust EAP and wellness programs, including gym discounts and wellness education classes

• Longevity pay

• Other retirement Savings Options that allow for additional retirement funds savings, including an option to contribute a portion of employee earnings on a pre or post-tax basis to a 457b Deferred Compensation Plan

• A variety of additional optional benefits (see links below for additional information)

This is a full time County position represented by the Employees' Association.

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This position will take a lead role in preparing complex reports, program evaluations, and special projects in response to requests and reporting obligations established by the Board of County Commissioners, Metro, and county leadership.

The selected candidate will assist program and department leadership to ensure the Supportive Housing Services (SHS) Program remains compliant with rigorous data, financial, and program performance/progress reporting as required by the Metro affordable housing bond program. The SHS Research Analyst will prepare public reports and documents in support of the program. This position will represent the SHS Program and lead presentations at various public functions and in meetings with community partners. Additionally, the person in this role will assist and take a lead role with internal program development such as annual budget development, creation and facilitation of procurement opportunities, and development of SHS program-specific policies and procedures.

The Supportive Housing Program provides support for those in the region experiencing homelessness or at-risk of experiencing homelessness. The Supportive Housing Program provides services for people all over the region, where each county develops its own Local Implementation Plan based on need and then proceeds to implement the programs in several phases.

• At least four (4) years of experience monitoring, analyzing and recommending modifications to administrative and/or fiscal procedures and systems. Any combination of experience, education and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and skills is qualifying.

• Demonstrated experience advancing racial equity in a workplace and/or community setting

• Experience developing policy proposals, conducting analysis, and recommending strategies and options based on the results

• Strong communication skills, including the ability to communicate complex issues to individuals with various levels of knowledge and understanding of the issues

• Experience in writing and presenting reports to upper management

• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with internal and external team members

• Ability to handle a wide range of situations and circumstances effectively, positively and professionally

• Must pass a criminal history check which may include national or state fingerprint records check

• Driving may be necessary for County business. For position(s) with occasional/incidental driving, incumbents must possess a valid driver's license. Accommodation requests for an acceptable alternative method of transportation will be reviewed on an individual basis in compliance with State and Federal legislation. For position(s) with regular driving, incumbent(s) must also possess and maintain an acceptable driving record throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the County's driving policy

• Experience with a Homeless Management Information System (HMIS)

• Experience with housing and homeless services programs

• Experience in performance auditing and performance improvement processes

• Experience developing and maintaining processes and systems to assess and monitor compliance with federal, state and local rules, regulations, policies, procedures and contractual language

• Experience working with large public organizations to achieve policy goals

• Intermediate to Advanced proficiency of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Access)

*For Veterans qualified for Veteran's Preference: If you believe you have skills that would transfer well to this position and/or special qualifications that relate to this position, please list those skills and/or qualifications in the open-ended question at the end of the application and explain how those skills and/or qualifications relate to this position.

• Prepares public memorandums, reports, presentations, and accompanying information in response to requests by the Board of County Commissioners. This involves some combination of financial analysis/projections, program performance/development analysis, and proposed policy development - depending on the specific request by the Board.

• Ensures the Supportive Housing Services program remains compliant with reporting obligations established by Metro, This includes the development of quarterly reports on program finances/performance and planned operations, an annual progress report detailing the program's finances/performance for that fiscal year, an annual plan detailing planned program activities for the next fiscal year, and regular requests by Metro staff or the Metro Regional Oversight Committee for various information related to program operations or development.

• Prepares materials designed for public consumption such as presentations or written materials to provide updates on program operations for the general public, representatives of other local government entities, or community partner organizations. This may also entail the presentation of these materials to, and/or representation at, various meetings or public functions to represent the SHS Program.

• Develops internal policies establishing administrative procedures and best practices for various program operations

• Assists in annual budget development, prepares cash flow analysis, and other financial analysis as necessary throughout the fiscal year.

• Assists in the development and management of procurements such as requests for information, requests for qualifications, and various program offers. Assists in the writing of the procurement offer, determining scoring and evaluation criteria, facilitating the evaluation process, and eventual contract negotiations.

• Coordinates work on special projects and responding to reporting requirements between the Supportive Housing Services Program's data, human services, and finance/contract teams.

• Monitors and analyzes local and state legislation which may affect the program's operations, resources, reporting requirements, or regulatory compliance.

Thorough knowledge of: Principles and practices of public administration, project management, organizational processes and design, budget preparation and administration techniques; legislative processes and local government operation; government accounting practices; techniques of contract and grant preparation and administration; office methods and procedures; quantitative analysis and statistical research methods, techniques and procedures; English grammar and composition; applicable federal, state and local statutes, regulations and rules; trends, emerging innovations and best practices in quality measurement, performance improvement and other subject areas relevant to responsibilities; principles of public and community relations; techniques of supervision and facilitation.

Skill to: Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, including group/public presentations; lead or coordinate the work of professional staff; evaluate and develop improvements in operations, policies, procedures and methods; plan and conduct difficult technical and policy research projects; analyze complex issues and problems from multiple perspectives; identify and evaluate alternative solutions and recommend effective courses of action; prepare clear and concise comprehensive and technical reports; evaluate budget and grant proposals, establish and maintain effective working relationships with department and County staff, external organizations such as local, state and federal agencies, consultants, citizen groups, community service organizations, and the public.

Specific hours of work will be discussed with the candidate selected for this position at the time an offer of employment is extended. This position is eligible for hybrid on-site/telework subject to the https://dochub.clackamas.us/documents/drupal/9065b5fb-2237-47ce-9534-e7c8c40fc2bc and based on the Department's business needs. The exact amount of on-site/telework and schedule will be discussed with the hiring manager during time of offer. Telework locations cannot be located outside of Oregon or Washington. Washington residents must perform 50% of their time on-site at Clackamas County.

Clackamas County is in a prime location in the Portland, Oregon metropolitan area and is recognized nationally as one of the most livable areas in the United States. Located on the southern edge of the City of Portland and extending to the top of Mt. Hood, Clackamas County is part of a thriving region in the Northwest. It has a population of about 420,000 residents.

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The Housing and Community Development Division (HCD), within the Department of Human Services, manages programs to provide decent housing and economic opportunities, community improvement and affordable housing projects and housing rehabilitation loan programs for low and moderate income residents of the County. HCD is comprised of the Housing Authority of Clackamas County (HACC) and Community Development Division.

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Clackamas County only accepts online applications.

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If you have any questions or issues you may contact the Department of Human Resources at 503-655-8459 or mailto:jobs@co.clackamas.or.us?subject=Application%20Materials%20Question. Our office hours are Monday - Thursday 7:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Pacific Time (closed on Fridays).

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Clackamas County does not offer visa sponsorships. Within three days of hire, applicants will be required to complete an I-9 and confirm authorization to work in the United States.

Clackamas County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.

If you wish to identify yourself as a qualified person with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act and would like to request an accommodation, please address the request to the Department of Human Resources prior to the recruitment close date. You may request an accommodation during the online application process.

Jenn Johnson, Recruiter

mailto:JJohnson2@clackamas.us

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