Compliance Specialist (CS2) - Limited Duration

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OHCS commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ+ community members, and others to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.

Our Vision is that all Oregonians can pursue prosperity and live free from poverty.

Our Mission is to provide stable and affordable housing and engage leaders to develop integrated statewide policy that addresses poverty and provides opportunity for Oregonians.

Our Core Values: Collaboration - Compassion - Equity - Integrity - Leadership - Transparency.

• Working Condition: Hybrid > The bulk of the work allowable from home if desired. It is anticipated that some work will need to be done in the office such as training or group meetings

• This position is Limited Duration (LD), full time, and represented by SEIU.

• This LD position is a project/grant position with the possibility of funding being extended. Anticipated closing date is 06/30/25. The position may close earlier depending on program timelines.

• Per the SEIU CBA for OHCS represented positions, applicants who are current OHCS employees will be considered and interviewed before external applicants.

• This recruitment will be used to establish a list of qualified applicants to fill the current vacancy and may be used to fill future vacancies as they occur.

• This position requires both a resume and a cover letter, the cover letter will need to address the desired attributes listed in this job posting.

The person in this position will monitor subrecipient agencies to ensure compliance with CDBG-DR program standards and provide technical assistance to help ensure effective program delivery and quality services. Work directly with the Compliance team and Operations and Compliance manager and make recommendations for required improvements, corrective actions, and findings related to subrecipient program delivery.

Work collaboratively with all Disaster Recovery and Resilience program teams to identify needs for improvement in subrecipient program delivery and operations; this includes identification and sharing of best practices, subrecipient and contractor training, analysis of statewide program consistency, and adherence to multiple funders' program specifications, rules, and regulations.

This position identifies and provides external training and technical assistance for effective program delivery through the subrecipient service delivery system for state and federally funded CDBG-DR programs.

The position interprets appropriate rules and regulations and provides all programs partners with constructive feedback on program policy and direction.

This position works both independently and in team situations, within DRR and across the agency. This position must have a firm grasp on effective and professional communication across a variety of audiences both internally and externally. The position must maintain a sound general knowledge and understanding of programs administered by the Section. The person in this position must also keep apprised of the latest program techniques, program requirements/guidelines, and overall best practices to provide comprehensive supports to grantees/subrecipients.

Four years' experience doing administrative research that included compiling and evaluating facts to recommend management action or decide compliance with program guidelines and regulations. Two of the four years must be above the technical support level.

Note: college-level course work may substitute for experience based on 45-quarter units per year, up to a maximum of three years.

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The most competitive candidates will possess the following attributes, experience, and knowledge:

• Background, training, and experience in reviewing grant compliance with 2 CFR 200.

• Experience with the planning, development, and implementation of state and federal compliance programs.

• Experience interpreting appropriate rules and regulation and provide all program partners with constructive feedback on program policy and direction.

• Developing recommendations for subrecipients to come into compliance with federal regulations.

• Drive to independently research potential solutions and make sound recommendations for corrective action.

• Ability to assess whether corrective actions by subrecipients meet federal requirements.

• Efficient and effective communication, including but not limited to program guidance, program manuals, interpretation of laws and rules/regulations, presentation, day-to-day contact with partners.

• Experience promoting diversity, equity and inclusion principles into contracts and agreements and the ability to do so in a workplace.

You will become part of an innovative and strategic group of professionals and enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package!

• A positive environment that offers opportunities for career growth and cross-training.

• An agency that supports and encourages work/life balance and overall wellness.

• Generous benefits package including, employer-paid health insurance, vacation, and sick leave, eleven paid holidays, three paid personal days, flexible spending accounts, and an employer contribution retirement plan (PERS).

• The posted salary range is the total possible range for the classification. Candidates are screened through a Pay Equity process that evaluates various factors. Please see the Pay Equity website for more information.

*These dates are approximate and may change. *

• Recruitment Closes: 04/13/25

• Recruiter Screening for Minimum Qualifications: On-going

• Hiring Manager Screening for Requested Skills: On-going

• 1st Round of Interviews: Week of 04/28/25

• 2nd Round of Interviews: TBD if needed

• Anticipated Start Date: 05/19/25

• Current State of Oregon employees: Apply via your employee Workday account.

• External applicants: View this application instructional video. A PDF is also available by clicking here.

• REQUIRED: Attach your most up-to-date Resume. Please ensure your Workday profile matches your submitted resume.

• REQUIRED: Attach a Cover Letter that demonstrates how you meet the "Desired Attributes" for this position.

• A Cover Letter that does not meet the required criteria will be graded as ineligible.

If you have questions about the job announcement, or need an alternate format to apply, please contact the HR Solutions Inbox at: HCS_HR.Solutions@oregon.gov

Oregon Housing and Community Services (OHCS) is Oregon's housing finance agency. We provide financial and program support to create and preserve opportunities for quality, affordable housing for Oregonians of lower and moderate income. Our vision is that all Oregonians can pursue prosperity and to live free from poverty. Across Oregon, housing has emerged as a paramount concern. The lack of available housing, high rents and high home prices are driving rapid increases in housing instability and homelessness. The data is clear: too many Oregonians are without a safe, stable, and affordable place to call home.

OHCS is placing a greater emphasis on strategic planning and the way we invest our resources. Recently, we have restructured, refocused, and reimagined our agency. Our work has led to an increased emphasis on data, research, and customer service. We are carrying that effort forward with the Statewide Housing Plan. The plan articulates the extent of Oregon's housing problem and what we can do to address it. OHCS committed to the Housing Stability Council and our stakeholders that the plan will be responsive to the needs of the state.

OHCS released its Building Oregon's Future: 2023 Annual Report to update the agency's significant progress in meeting the goals outlined in the 2019 Statewide Housing Plan. We are now more than halfway into the five-year plan.

To learn more about Oregon Housing and Community Services, visit our website: https://www.oregon.gov/OHCS/pages/index.aspx

The Oregon Department of Housing and Community Services (OHCS) has established a new division to manage recovery from major disasters. The Recovery & Resilience section will administer long-term state and federal grants to benefit disaster survivors and impacted communities in Oregon. Primarily, the division is recovering from the major disasters that occurred during Labor Day Weekend of 2020 when fires caused the loss of nearly 4,200 homes in the state. The Oregon Legislature allocated $150 million in specific wildfire recovery along with $422 million from HUD which will be applied to disaster impacted regions, and the federal government is expected to allocate resources to the recovery as well. OHCS has set aggressive goals to replace as much of the lost housing as it possibly can, and to provide a comprehensive recovery for individuals impacted by the fires. This division is a key function of OHCS and will develop innovative business practices within the agency through the administration of multiple CDBG-DR programs for recovery and resilience including HARP, HOP, IHA, PIER, and others. Under the CDBG-DR grant, DRR plans to carry out multiple Substantial Action Plan Amendments (SAPAs), which will likely result in significant program changes, the addition of new programs, and the development of updated and/or new policies and reporting requirements.

• If you need a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), have questions or need assistance with the application process, please send your request to HCS_HR.Solutions@hcs.oregon.gov and include the job requisition number.

• The salary listed is the non-PERS qualifying salary range. If the successful candidate is PERS qualifying, the salary range will reflect an additional 6.95%. Please review the Classification and Compensation page for more details.

• Please save a copy of this job announcement for reference as it may not be available to view after the job closes.

• Finalists will be subject to a computerized criminal history check.Adverse background data may be grounds for immediate disqualification.

• Work Authorization: Oregon Housing & Community Services (OHCS) does not offer VISA sponsorships. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security's I-9 form containing authorization to work in the United States. OHCS will use E-Verify to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.

• Veteran's Preference: Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given veterans' preference. For further information, please see the following website: Veterans Resources. NOTE: If claiming veterans' preference please be sure to check your Workday account for pending tasks or actions under your "My Applications" section.

Emails

• HCS_HR.Solutions@hcs.oregon.gov

Links

• Application Instructional PDF

• Application Instructional Video

• Benefits Information

• Classification and Compensation Page

• OHCS Website

• Oregon's Statewide Housing Plan - Halfway Progress Report

• Oregon's Statewide Housing Plan - Full Plan

• Pay Equity

• Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)

• Veterans Resources