Homeless Services Project Manager

The City of Oxnards Homeless Services Division is seekinga Homeless Services Project Manager. This position provides leadership and oversight of Citywide homeless initiatives including Navigation Center Operations Foul Weather Street Outreach and Encampment Response Efforts while managing the Citys State and Federal grants for homeless services Homeless Case Management Program and Staff.

WHAT YOULL DO:

Oversee and manage the Divisions day-to-day operations including:

• Provision of services supporting current and formerly unhoused individuals and families through direct case management and through subordinate and partner organizations
• State and federal grants for provision of services
• Division budgets contracts and amendments and invoices
• Work performance and professional development of division staff
• Lead cross-sector collaborations and coordinate local initiatives supporting encampment response transitional housing rapid rehousing street outreach homelessness prevention emergency housing and the annual Point-in-Time Count
• Provide oversight and operational support for the Citys Navigation Center Operations agreement
• Ensure compliance with all applicable laws regulations statutes policies and government funding requirements
• Track and analyze program data evaluate effectiveness and prepare required reports
• Participate in the recruitment training supervision and performance evaluation of assigned staff; address and resolve performance issues as needed
• Assist in preparing staff reports and deliver presentations to City Council boards and community stakeholder groups
• Prepare grant applications develop and manage scopes of work ensure performance of subrecipient service providers monitor compliance with funding requirements and ensure timely submission of all required reports data and metrics internally and when required to satisfy requirements from external funders and partner agencies
• Coordinate with other divisions departments and organizations to forward local and regional goals for the provision of services
• Contribute to the development administration and oversight of the Divisions budget

SUPERVISION EXERCISED/ SUPERVISION RECEIVED:Receives general supervision and is expected to prioritize work to meet deadlines and to keep the supervisor informed of any unusual or irregular issues that would impact achievement of a deadline organizational policy or procedure or in consideration of risk management. Supervises paraprofessional staff and less than two professional staff including conducting performance evaluations coordinating training and implementing hiring discipline and termination procedures.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:
This classification is distinguished from the Administrative Services Analyst in that it performs advanced professional financial managerial and/or operational analysis work and/or provides professional program analysis evaluation and administration. May lead professional staff and may serve as a designated subject matter expert.

WORK SCHEDULE:The normal workweek is Monday through Thursday 8:00am to 6:00pm and alternating Fridays 8:00am to 5:00 pm. Depending on the work assignment staff may be assigned to a shift that is outside the standard work addition this position may be required to work additional hours in response to workload peaks and changes in departmental needs. The standard work environment varies depending on assignment but is typically either dependent on each position which is primarily in an office setting or out in the field. The City does not offer hybrid or remote work.

(This class specification represents only the core areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the needs of the Department.)

• Performs advanced professional financial managerial and/or operational analysis work; supervises and oversees paraprofessional and professional staff in assigned area; may assist in training staff and serving as a lead worker
• Provides programs management in assigned area; provides analytical support and coordination of special projects as assigned.
• Responds to inquiries from internal and external customers; conducts research audits and/or assessments; provides information guidance and materials in support of designated programs; troubleshoots issues and resolves problems; and provides project staff support liaison services and/or general oversight to designated committees external stakeholders or project teams. Monitors and ensures compliance with policy procedures standards and/or regulations.
• Gathers information analyzes and compiles data identifies requirements and trends and presents findings; prepares updates and maintains records reports presentations and databases.
• Participates in the development implementation monitoring and evaluation of assigned division program and/or project budgets and expenditures. Provides procurement recommendations and assists in purchase acquisitions.
• Performs other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned.

The following are minimum qualifications necessary for entry into the classification:

EDUCATION:

• Bachelors degree in business administration finance accounting or related field

EXPERIENCE:

• Three (3) years of journey-level professional experience in area of assignment

LICENSE/CERTIFICATION:

• Class C license may be required depending on position

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to effectively communicate in English both orally and in writing

APPLICATION PROCESS:

• Submit NEOGOV/Government Jobs on-line application.
• Complete and submit responses to the supplemental questions if required.
• Upload resume cover letter proof of degree (transcript) or other requested documents.

Your application may be rejected as incomplete if you do not include the relevant information in the online application and include the information only on the resume. Applications and/or Supplemental Questionnaires that state see my resume or see my personnel file are considered incomplete and will not be accepted. Cover letters and/or optional resumes are not accepted in lieu of a completed application.

The list of qualified candidates established from this recruitment may be used to fill other full-time part-time and temporary assignments. There is currently one (1) full-time vacancy within the Housing Department.

Selected candidate(s) must pass a thorough background investigation.

UNION MEMBERSHIP:Positions in this classification are represented by the Oxnard Mid-Managers Association (OMMA).

NOTE:For most positions the City of Oxnard relies on office automation (Microsoft Office/Google) and web-based enabled tools therefore candidates must be proficient and comfortable with computer use to perform functions associated with on-going work.

Regular and reliable attendance effective communication skills and development of effective working relationships are requirements of all positions.

Employees are required to participate in the Citys direct deposit plan and are paid on a bi-weekly basis.

This position requires a 12-month probationary period.

Pursuant to California Government Code Section 3100 all public employees are required to serve as disaster service workers subject to such disaster service activities as may be assigned to them.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY: The City of Oxnard is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applications from all qualified applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of race color religion sex national origin age marital status medical condition disability or sexual orientation.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION:The City of Oxnard makes reasonable accommodation for individuals/people with disabilities. If you believe you require special arrangements to participate in the testing process you must inform the Human Resources Department in writing no later than the filing date. Applicants who request such accommodation must document their request with an explanation of the type and extent of accommodation required.

LEGAL REQUIREMENT: On the first day of employment new employees must provide proof of citizenship or documentation of legal right to work in the United States in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 as amended. The City participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information confirms that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9. For more information on E-Verify please contact DHS. you have any questions regarding this recruitment please contactAnnette Adams at or .