NEOGOV · 5 hours ago
Housing Programs Grant Specialist
Burlington, VT
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
$68K/yr - $75K/yr
3+ years expNEOGOV is a company associated with the City of Burlington, Vermont, seeking a Housing Programs Grant Specialist. This role involves administering various housing programs, including reporting, monitoring, record keeping, and procurement for the city’s housing initiatives.
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Responsibilities
Provide administrative support for CEDO’s grant programs including but not limited to, CDBGHOME, Housing Trust Fund (“HTF”), and HIP. Administrative support includes, but is not limited to, recordkeeping, monitoring, and reimbursement/invoice review and processing
Assist Housing Program Manager with HOME project underwriting, compliance, legal documents, and filing
Manage construction process for HOME-funded projects – review and approve change orders and serve as point of contact for questions about City and federal compliance
Work with Department of Finance and Accounting (“DFA”) to manage requisition and drawdown process for project award
Prepare project scopes of work for repair, rehabilitation and access projects for the CDBG Home Improvement Program (HIP)
Monitor HIP program loan payoffs and discharges; loan agreement amendments
Provide technical assistance to property owners during grant process, included but not limited to: preparing program application, identifying contractors, and carrying out bid process
Responsible for and serve as the CEDO primary point of contact for Davis Bacon Act compliance
Coordinate and lead the preparation and submittal of the Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report
Support in the preparation and submittal of the Consolidated Plan and the Annual Action Plans and regularly update the HUD IDIS system with appropriate housing activity performance data
Provide housing research support as requested
Monitor and implement Inclusionary Zoning requirements
Support the Housing Program Manager to administer the Housing Trust Fund, including support to coordinate with outside stakeholders
Prepare and coordinate the execution of Housing Trust Fund grant agreements and amendments
Manage requisitions and financial tracking
Support the department to advance accessory dwelling unit (ADU) policy work
Support in the efforts and winddown of the Permanent Supportive Housing (“PSH”) grant administered by HUD
Market CEDO’s affordable housing programs to property owners and tenants
Distribute and review program applications for completion and eligibility
Oversee housing projects that receive City funds/grants from initial contact through project completion
Develop construction contracts, loan documents and oversee loan closings
Oversee temporary relocations of tenants and property owners during rehabilitation project
Manage requisitions for payment
Assist in information gathering, record keeping, monitoring, data input and report generation for federal and state grants
Manage project and program budgets, included but not limited to record keeping, monitoring, data input, and report generation for federal and state grants
Maintain close coordination and point of contact for budget keeping with DFA
Maintain internal spreadsheets for project monitoring, budget, and program
Assist with grant writing to support ongoing operation of CEDO programs
Assist department staff with special projects as needed
Qualification
Required
Ability to actively support City diversity, equity, and cultural competency efforts within stated job responsibilities and work effectively across diverse cultures and constituencies
Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion as evidenced by ongoing trainings and professional development
Bachelor's Degree in real estate, financing, public sector or related field. Additional experience may be substituted for a degree requirement on a two-for-one-year basis
Three years in real estate, loan closing/servicing, project management, public administration, or related field
Experience with financial management, budgeting, timely and accurate reporting, and program management required
Regulatory compliance experience required
Ability to screen applicants for program eligibility, develop marketing materials, and represent CEDO in the community
Proficiency in Windows-based software including, but not limited to word processing, spreadsheet, database programs
Ability to work independently and to budget time and work load
Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and orally
Interact with courtesy when dealing with the public
Must obtain and maintain a valid driver's license
Regular attendance is necessary and is essential to meeting the expectations of the job functions
Ability to understand and comply with City standards, safety rules and personnel policies
Preferred
Loan originating/underwriting/closing, real estate finance, compliance with government regulations experience preferred
Knowledge of government procurement, reporting, permit process, and federal programs preferred
Collecting and tracking confidential recipient information, leading compliance and documentation experience preferred
Benefits
Medical/Dental Insurance Coverage
Prescription Drug Coverage
Flexible Spending Programs
Short-Term Disability Insurance
Paid Leave (Sick and Vacation)
Pension Plan
Contributory Retirement Plan
Life Insurance
Discounted Gym Memberships
Free Yoga Membership to Sangha Studios (Burlington, Williston & online)
Tuition Discounts for Champlain College TruEd
Employee Assistance Program
Wellness Bonus Incentives Program
Local & National Store Discounts
Subsidized Transportation Options
Qualifying employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$700MKey Investors
Warburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
2021-06-02Private Equity
Leadership Team
Shane Evangelist
CEO
Brandon McDonald
Head Of Marketing
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