Brief Job Description: (essential functions of the job)
Perform research and analysis on successful housing policies and practices from within the state and from other areas of the country, that will support implementation of the city's housing goals.
Maintain current working knowledge of state and local laws related to housing and housing policy, including legislation regarding housing production and affordability.
Work with Newport's state delegation on proposed amendments to state or local regulations, as applicable.
Participate in the development and implementation of any city ordinances or regulations having an impact on housing.
Serve as a subject matter expert on housing related topics.
Maintain a comprehensive database of housing statistics.
Conceptualize, plan and manage diverse housing programs and assistance strategies.
Contribute to development and execution of local programs to assist with a variety of housing related issues, including affordability and the creation of workforce housing.
Monitor, analyze and improve housing programs, update ordinances and regulations, as deemed necessary.
Build strong relationships with housing stakeholders, including, but not limited to, elected officials, equity-focused community-based organizations, housing developers, the State Department of Housing and abutting municipalities.
Make public presentations and share information on housing issues, plans, challenges, and accomplishments with neighborhood and community groups, property owners, renters and stakeholder organizations.
Prepare grant applications and manage grant activity, as necessary.
Perform any other related duties as required or assigned.
Minimum Entrance Qualifications:
An undergraduate degree from an accredited college program in Planning, Architecture or related topic with one to three (1-3) years related experience, or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
Ability to self-schedule and work with minimal supervision; ability to read and understand plans; strong interpersonal and resolution skills; ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing with contractors, developers, owners, supervisors, employees and the general public.
Skilled public speaker; excellent customer service skills; excellent computer skills; excellent organizational skills.
Min. Salary: $34.24/hr. Max. Salary: $46.02/hr. FULL BENEFIT PACKAGE OFFERED
APPLICATIONS ARE ACCEPTED DURING THE POSTING PERIOD INDICATED OR AS THE NEED EXISTS FOR THE POSITION CURRENTLY VACANT. APPLICATIONS ARE AVAILABLE IN THE HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICE AND ALSO ON THE INTERNET WHERE IT CAN BE DOWNLOADED AND PRINTED. THE CITY RESERVES THE RIGHT TO NOT CONSIDER APPLICATIONS THAT ARE RECEIVED UNSIGNED, INCOMPLETE, OR POST-MARKED AFTER THE CLOSING DATE.
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