Orange County 10 Year Plan Staff Needed

Homeless Programs Coordinator
Housing and Community Development
Posting 9049-1029

Description: Provide leadership in the effort to implement the Orange County Ten Year Plan to End Homelessness working closely with the Partnership to End Homelessness Executive Team and other community partners. Develop a comprehensive understanding of available housing options including Housing First as well as the supportive services necessary to prevent and eliminate homelessness particularly for the chronically homeless. Assess potential financial resources, including both public and private resources, for the 10 Year Plan. Design and execute both an operational and capital budget necessary to achieve annual priorities. Conduct periodic evaluations of Plan implementation activities and provide a written report of the results to the Partnership.

Requirements: Requires any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master’s degree in Social Work, Public Administration, Planning, Public Health, or closely related field and five years of closely related experience. Prefer experience managing programs related to homelessness. Strong written/oral communication and interpersonal skills are required as well as the ability to interpret complex federal policies and guidelines. Excellent computer skills are also required. Must possess a driver license valid in the state of North Carolina.

Compensation: The hiring range for this position is $46,013 - $59,785. Orange County provides a comprehensive employee benefits package, including membership in the N.C. Local Government Employee’s Retirement System.

Closing Date: Friday, December 21, 2007

Apply To: Orange County Personnel Department
208 South Cameron Street, Post Office Box 8181
Hillsborough, North Carolina 27278
Telephone: (919) 732-8181, extension 2550
Facsimile: (919) 644-3009

An official Orange County Application For Employment is required for all openings and must be received on or before the closing date. Refer to the appropriate posting number on your application. Resumes will not be accepted unless accompanied by a completed application form.

Orange County is a drug-free workplace. Positions designated (*) as Safety Sensitive require pre-transfer drug testing. In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986. Orange County will employ only those individuals who are U.S. citizens or legal aliens authorized to maintain employment in the United States. OCP11/28/07