T&MA (Technical and Management Assistance) Program Director

Description

• Responsible for the planning, reporting, involvement and staff performance in meeting the requirements of the work to be performed and required as outlined in Supplies or Services in the Solicitation of Contract for Single Family Housing, Self-Help Housing Program, T&MA, USDA Rural Development contract.
• Assists, as needed, in contract requirements including providing information, attending and facilitating meetings, participate in the development of and present training information at the grantee's worksite, workshops and/or conferences, review fiscal management operation of the grantee organization, problem identification and recommendations. 
• Coordinate and/or prepare training and guidance information and present to Self-Help Housing grantees and at conferences and /or workshops. Assists USDA Rural Development personnel involved in Self-Help Housing when requested. 
• Reviews USDA Rural Development Section 523 Mutual Self-Help grant applications and prepares review documents to submit to RD State Directors and RD State personnel. 
• Make visits to all grantees and special visits as deemed necessary to provide specific onsite guidance and training on Self-Help Housing subject matter. 
• Responsible for maintaining an up-to-date assessment and analysis of the program status and activities relative to the T&MA mission.
• Assist in establishing the region reputation of the Agency as a reliable resource for Self-Help Housing grantee information and assistance. 
• Responsible for program performance in all areas of the program, making sure all requirements in the PWS (Performance Work Statement) are met. 
• Develop and maintain a good working knowledge of USDA Rural Development regulations and training resources. 
• Review and have final responsibility to the completeness and accuracy of the monthly report before it is submitted to the USDA Rural Development National Office for review and prior to billing invoice entry into the IPP (Invoice Processing Platform) system for payment. 
• The Program Director must understand and coordinate the professional assistance provided to organizations operating or organizations interested in becoming a program grantee. 
• Will obtain 502 Loan Packaging Certification within 12 months of hire. 
• Must incur all travel costs incurred allowable under the Federal Travel Regulations, pending reimbursement from the Agency. 
• Perform other duties as may be required and assigned by the Associate Director or the Executive Director.

• Have a bachelor's degree in business/business administration or related field or 3 plus years of experience in housing and/or program management.
• Knowledge of USDA/RD Section 523 Mutual Self-help Technical Assistance Program is preferred.
• Have experience in directing a Self-Help Housing grant.
• Knowledge of USDA/RD Section 523 Mutual Self-Help Technical and Management Assistance Program and the USDA Rural Development 502 loan programs.
• Knowledge of USDA Rural Development low and very-low-income housing programs and construction techniques.
• Knowledge of other affordable housing programs and resources is preferred.
• Knowledge to lead eligible entitles in application process and programmatic structuring housing efforts is preferred.
• Have experience in training, conference presentations and use of training aids.
• Must be willing and able to travel frequently and as required.
• Frequently must be able to sit/stand in a stationary position 50% of the time
• Must be able to drive for extended periods and navigate airports and facilities as travel dictates.
• Frequently must communicate with staff and others who have inquiries about the program.
• Occasionally must move/carry items weighing up to 30 pounds or more.
• Maintain professional oral and written communication and presentations skills in training, workshops, calls, newsletter articles and meetings.
• Must have a Real ID driver's license or passport.
• Must have a debit or credit card.
• Frequently must communicate with staff and others who have inquiries about the program. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.