Senior Portfolio Analyst (CS3)

Company: Oregon Housing & Community Services
Location: Salem
Posted on: November 20, 2023

Job Description:

Initial Posting Date: 11/17/2023 Application Deadline: 11/28/2023 Agency: Oregon Housing and Community Services Salary Range: $5,148 - $7,902 Position Type: Employee Position Title: Senior Portfolio Analyst (CS3) Job Description: Agency - Oregon Housing & Community Services Position - Senior Portfolio Analyst Job Class - Compliance Specialist 3 Location - Salem, OR (Hybrid) Oregon Housing and Community Services (OHCS) is looking for an experienced portfolio analyst who has a charismatic yet diplomatic approach to relationship development, and a desire to ensure low-income Oregonians have access to safe, decent, and affordable housing options throughout the state. If you are a team player, a go-getter, and are eager to make a difference in other people's lives, we want you to apply today! OUR COMMITMENT TO EQUITY, DIVERSITY, & INCLUSION 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. IMPORTANT INFORMATION

• This application requires a Cover Letter.
• Working Condition: Hybrid > This position has some requirements for in-person work.
• This position is permanent, full time, and represented by SEIU.
• 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. WHAT YOU WILL DO Quality control is a key component to the success of OHCS and its partners; this position will complete quality control assessments on the work completed for property management, will oversee the monitoring and evaluation of performance as conduits for program compliance with applicable rules, regulations and agreements integrating the various types of funding program requirements including HOME, OAHTC, LIHTC and Trust Fund programs, various bond programs such as LIFT, Risk Share and Elderly and Disabled Loan Program, and all other programs issued by and through OHCS. The person in the position plays a key role in management of the portfolio of properties for the Division, as well as a key role in the continuous improvement process for the Asset and Preservation Management Unit and Portfolio Compliance areas of Portfolio Administration Section with regard to data integrity, property management approval, related oversight and training, loan program mortgage servicing contract administration and integration of internal and external stakeholder feedback in those areas of work. As projects evolve through development, this position collaborates across the Division to ensure property management expectations are appropriate, clearly defined and management agents are appropriately approved. This position analyzes and formulates standards and procedures as they apply to property management functions across management agent portfolios through research and interpretation of program rules and regulations, is responsible for overseeing performance, tracking status, identifying deficiencies, and developing training modules intended to address specific trends and/or challenges on an ongoing basis. As internal staff, external partners, or other entities need assistance, this position will provide technical assistance with regard to property management and the expectations set forth in the Management Agent Packet related to program-specific or Agency criteria and appropriate approval. For all Agency ARH-funded mortgage programs, this position will be responsible for loan servicing administrative activities such as Risk Share, Elderly and Disabled Housing and LIFT-only programs, including contract performance monitoring/coordination and ongoing contract administration for REAC Inspector and the Qualified Oregon Depository contracting for administering mortgage loans and restricted reserve accounts and/or escrows. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
  • Five (5) years experience doing administrative research that included compiling and evaluating facts to recommend management action, or decide compliance or eligibility with program guidelines and regulations. Three (3) of the five (5) years must be above the technical support level.
  • A Bachelor's Degree in Business or Public Administration and two (2) years of related experience Note: Related college-level course work may substitute for experience on the basis of 45-quarter units per year, up to a maximum of three (3) years. To request a copy of the position description, please contact: HCS_HR.Solutions@HCS.oregon.gov DESIRED ATTRIBUTES The most competitive candidates will possess the following attributes, experience, and knowledge:
    • Thorough knowledge of regulations governing all LIHTC, HOME, LIFT, HTF, Elderly Bond, Risk Share, Section 8, and Trust Fund projects for which OHCS is responsible
    • Excellent organizational skills
    • Extensive property management knowledge and experience
    • Experience analyzing and acting on difficult and varied information, including Federal program regulations and laws, state statutes and loan documents, project financial information and industry standards, trends, and procedures
    • Experience engaging property management companies in the community and helping them to manage complex state and federal programs
    • Ability to interpret and analyze large scopes of data and present findings to senior leadership
    • Demonstrated awareness of race and social justice, including the ability to positively influence equity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU 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. RECRUITMENT TIMELINE *These dates are approximate and may change.*
        • Recruitment Closes: 11/28/23 at 11:59pm PST
        • Recruiter Screening for Minimum Qualifications: On-going
        • Hiring Manager Screening for Requested Skills: On-going
        • 1st Round of Interviews: Week of 12/4/23
        • Final Interview: If needed
        • Anticipated Start Date: 1/2/24 APPLICATION GUIDANCE AND REQUIREMENTS
          • 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 WHO WE ARE 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 2022 Progress 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 AFFORDABLE RENTAL HOUSING OHCS' Affordable Rental Housing (ARH) Division serves as the state's housing finance agency. OHCS provides financial support to create and preserve quality, affordable rental housing for Oregonians of lower and moderate incomes. The Affordable Rental Housing Division administers federal, and state funded multifamily rental housing resources to facilitate the increased availability of safe, decent, affordable housing for Oregonians with low incomes. This includes the development of new multifamily rental units and the acquisition and rehabilitation of multifamily rental units; the preservation of existing subsidized multifamily rental housing and the long-term maintenance of affordable rental housing through asset management and compliance, as well as managing HUD Section 8 Contract for the state of Oregon. Portfolio Administration Section The Portfolio Administration section of the Affordable Rental Housing division ensures the long-term viability of affordable housing built with public dollars across Oregon. The section monitors the financial viability, physical condition, management, and tenant eligibility of the funded projects and compliance with the state and federal rules and regulations associated with the funding sources, which is in excess of $1.4 billion of assets with over 1,500 properties. This section helps to ensure the existing affordable rental housing stock is safe and decent for the long term. WANT TO KNOW MORE? LET US HELP YOU!
            • 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: OHCS does not offer visa sponsorship now or in the future. If hired, applicants will be required to complete I-9 documentation and confirm authorization 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.

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