Program Data Specialist
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Department: Housing Education Services Work Arrangement: Hybrid-remote
Program Data Specialist
Way Finders is a 2024 Top Workplaces for Nonprofit organization named as an employer of choice because our employees said so!
At Way Finders we are passionately invested in lifting up the regions people places and systems. Though our team performs a wide variety of functions we are united by our shared mission: to build and advocate for a thriving region; to improve the stability and economic mobility of families and individuals; and to develop and manage a robust range of safe affordable housing options.
Interested in joining our team of dedicated professionals Way Finders is currently seeking a full-time Program Data Specialist.The Program Data Specialist contributes to our mission by assisting in data development tracking and implementation of quality control procedures to ensure compliance. The Program Data Specialist assists in training staff to ensure continued understanding of program rules and regulations.
Benefits include: 20 days accrued paid time-off during year one 15 holidays annually Health dental and vision insurance options FROM DAY ONE Educational assistance Medical Reimbursement Account Dependent Care Account 403(b) retirement plan with employer match Life insurance Short-term and long-term disability insurance Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Annual staff picnic!
Wage starts between $21.50 and $24.75 per hour depending on equivalent qualifications. Interested applicants must submit a cover letter and resume; applications will be accepted until the position is filled. CORI.
The candidate will work in a hybrid-remote capacity but must live within commutable distance to our main office in Springfield -office work and in-person meetings are occasionally expected.
Responsibilities include:
Conduct audits in accordance with program policy to ensure compliance with state federal and program requirements
Maintain database and systems to track performance and findings and report to management
Ability to manipulate findings from a database to graphical aides
Educate and advise staff on policies procedures regulations community concerns and issues
Assist Program Manager to develop and implement training materials
Educate and advise landlords tenants community groups etc. on policies procedures and regulations
Respond to requests for information from auditors other agency departments or funding sources
Establish and maintain strong collaborative relationships with internal staff and departments owners landlords community groups funding sources and other departments or agencies to achieve goals
Demonstrate the ability to assess priorities and operate in a flexible manner
Demonstrates excellent analytical organizational and time management skills
Utilizes independent judgment
Strong interpersonal skills required to interact with all organizational levels; demonstrated ability to work appropriately with confidential information
Ability to work in a team and meet performance deadlines in a dynamic environment
Assist in the research and resolution of software issues including updates
Requirements include:
2 years equivalent experience in compliance-based data work or in a related role with 1 year as a field specialist; a combination of experience plus an Associate degree may be a substitute
Proficiency in Excel and the full MS Office suite
Proficient with Microsoft Office applications and comfort learning new technologies; tech-savvy
Ability to assess priorities organize and operate in a flexible manner while retaining a high level of attention-to-detail
Demonstrated ability to work independently
Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work appropriately with confidential information; ability to effectively mentor and/or train colleagues
Bilingual (Spanish/English) verbal and written skills preferred but not required
CORI as per grant requirements
Way Finders is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This position is available to all without regard to race color religion national origin disability age gender or gender identity sexual orientation political affiliation or veteran status. We provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
