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Housing Policy Analyst in Albuquerque, New Mexico at New Mexico Mortgage Finance Authority

Salary: $65600 - $68000
New Mexico Mortgage Finance Authority
Albuquerque, New Mexico, 87102, United States
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Job Description

GENERAL SUMMARY

Evaluates and develops housing policies and programs, evaluates, and proposes improvements to existing programs, develops new programs, researches and applies for grant opportunities and assists departments in achieving strategic initiatives.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

  • Support Housing New Mexico during the legislative session, including analyzing and tracking proposed housing legislation.
  • Complete an annual housing needs assessment using publicly available data.
  • Provide oversight of the Affordable Housing Act, including providing technical assistance to local governments and monitoring activities carried out under the Act.
  • Oversee state funding appropriations including tracking and reporting awards, expenditures and key performance indicators, provide monthly board reporting, ad hoc reporting, and reconciliation processes
  • Manage special projects, including special federal and state funding appropriations.
    • Support MFA’s grant writing program, including:Monitor grant opportunities, recommends opportunities for Housing New Mexico and distributes appropriate opportunities to Housing New Mexico partnersEnsures timely and complete submission of grant applications, including in federal online systems; and
  • Prepares and give presentations to the Housing New Mexico Board of Directors and other oversight entities.
  • Research and evaluate studies on the economic, social, and organizational implications of housing policy and programs
  • Collaborates with and leads cross-departmental teams in developing or improving Housing New Mexico processes, products and programs, including design, development and execution
  • Research and develop a firm understanding of regulations, guidelines and best practices related to processes, products and programs being evaluated
  • Builds and maintains relationships to collaborate with internal and external professional partners in housing and related fields in the accomplishment of policy analysis and research goals.
  • Builds relationships with external researchers and professionals in housing and related fields.
    • Sources, collects, and utilizes special purpose data for research projects. Conducts complex quantitative and/or qualitative analyses.Leads in the development of policies and programs.
  • Completes ad hoc reports in response to executive inquiries.
    • Performs other duties as assigned.Employees are required to comply with safety regulations, procedures, and protocols

    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

    Education and Experience

    Bachelor’s degree is preferred or four years of relevant experience may be considered in lieu of education.

    A minimum of three years of experience with federal affordable housing programs, policy and programmatic research and development and qualitative and quantitative analysis.

    Conditions of Employment

    Must have a valid driver’s license, reliable transportation for in-state travel and be willing to use own vehicle for in-state travel (reimbursable mileage)

    KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES

    Strong Microsoft Excel skills Strong professional writing skillsPrioritize work
    Relate to and interact with a non-traditional and diverse customers and employee populationWork independently to meet deadlinesAbility to maintain composure and deliver high-quality results within fast-paced or high-pressure environments.Read, analyze, and interpret standards, policies, procedures, and regulationsDevelop and write reports, policies, and correspondenceHandle common inquiries or complaintsEffectively present information and respond to questions from customers, employees, and visitorsDefine problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
    Perform mathematical computations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division. Calculate percent distributions, increase rates, and similar computations.Exercise good judgment and focus on detail as required by the jobOperate standard office equipment, such as computer keyboards and monitors, copiers, scanners, and telephoneUse computer software and systems applicable to the positionFollow oral and written instructions and proceduresCollect, organize, and interpret data and prepare accurate recordsCompare data from a variety of sources for accuracy and completenessOrganize large volumes of detailed data and informationVerify and maintain accuracy of detailed data and information, detect data errorsMeet schedules and deadlines of the work unitCommunicate in English effectively orally and in writing Maintain well-organized materials, files, systems and toolsAdapt to changes in work situations and prioritiesReason/analyze; use logic to identify and resolve problemsEvaluate, organize, and summarize data and informationEstablish and maintain constructive and cooperative interpersonal relationships with employees, peers, supervisors, or managers in the work unit and other departments, as well as with employees of outside entities and other individuals, as applicable to the essential duties and responsibilities

    CORE EXPECTATIONS

    Provide Exceptional Customer Service to internal and external customers 100% of the time.Demonstrate a positive attitudeDemonstrate respectful behaviorFoster teamwork and collaborationExhibit honesty and integrity in communications and actions Take initiative Dependable, Reliable, Adaptable and ProductiveStrive to become the subject matter expert in your position

    WORK ENVIRONMENT

    The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

    Work is performed in a standard office or indoor environment. Essential functions are regularly performed without exposure to adverse environmental conditions; however, employees may be exposed to minor inconveniences such as occasional noise, exposure to computer screens, crowded working conditions, and/or minor heating, cooling or ventilation problems.

    Employees in the position may be exposed to rude/irate customers, or other individuals.

    PHYSICAL DEMANDS

    The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.


    Sedentary Work: Performing the essential functions typically requires exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently. The work involves sitting most of the time.


    The work typically involves talking, hearing, and seeing; keyboarding, typing, and use of a computer monitor; moving and organizing papers and other light office materials; filing and retrieving documents; and similar sedentary office work.


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    Housing New Mexico is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

    Job Location

    Albuquerque, New Mexico, 87102, United States

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