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POSITION HIGHLIGHTS
Have a direct impact in meeting critical affordable housing needs.
Opportunities to expand your skills and grow within our organization.
Enjoy a newly remodeled, modern office space designed for collaboration and productivity. Position equipped with a City-issued laptop, sit/stand desk, and other modern workplace tools.
Opportunity for hybrid flexibility: potential for one day per week telework after six months of employment.
DESCRIPTION
The City of Thousand Oaks Community Development Department is excited to announce a rewarding career opportunity for a passionate and motivated Community Development (CDBG and Affordable Housing) Analyst to join our dynamic team!
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Administer CDBG: Coordinate and implement the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program.
Housing Program Coordinator: Assist in implementing the City’s Affordable Housing programs, HOME Investment Partnerships Programs, City Rent Stabilization Program, Housing Successor Fund, and City Housing Trust Fund, and related housing assistance programs.
Ensure Regulatory Compliance: Interpret and implement regulations with the US Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), the State of California Housing and Community Development (HCD), and local ordinances and resolutions.
HUD Needs Assessment: Conduct application workshops and community meetings; prepare applications, funding availability notices, and participate in the evaluation of funding applications and community needs.
Coordinate Interagency Efforts: Coordinate CDBG and affordable housing funding activities with internal departments (City Manager, City Attorney, Finance, and City Clerk) and outside agencies at the County, State, and Federal levels. Review the work of contractors and consultants.
Community Engagement: Represent the City in meetings with community groups and agencies. Participate in special multi-disciplinary task forces.
Conduct Analysis: Analyze social, economic, demographic, housing, and land use data, as well as development plans, and technical studies for compliance with the General Plan, regional plans, codes, ordinances, and state/federal law.
Prepare Reports & Documentation: Develop staff reports with recommendations on funding, program implementation, and complete HUD/HCD documentation, including contracts, performance reports, applications, public notices, Consolidated Plan, and NEPA clearances.
Monitor Program Performance: Conduct compliance reviews, site visits, and performance evaluations. Maintain accurate records and develop tracking systems and monitoring procedures.
Evaluate Housing Affordability: Review controlled rents, household income, affordable housing costs, and affordable sale price calculations. Screen and interview applicants to determine the household’s eligibility for affordable units.
Deliver Customer Service: Respond to inquiries from the public, applicants, developers, consultants, and agency representatives. Explain program requirements and assist with applications.
Ideal Candidate
Knowledge of Housing Regulations: Well-versed in programmatic and financial reporting requirements, particularly for HUD and HCD grant programs, including CDBG and HOME Investment Partnership. A deep understanding of compliance and reporting procedures, ensuring accountability and proper fund allocation.
Research Expertise: Skilled in advanced research methods, planning information sources, zoning ordinances, and environmental regulations.
Analytical Problem-Solving: Demonstrates strong analytical, planning, and organizational skills with the ability to assess alternatives, make sound decisions, and ensure effective program implementation.
Technical Proficiency: Able to work with a wider range of documents and data, including consultant reports, appraisals, financial statements, permit applications, planning guidelines, environmental guidelines, resolutions, ordinances, maps, software, and non-routine correspondence.
Communication Skills: Strong oral and written communication abilities with diverse stakeholders, including but not limited to City staff, developers, attorneys, inspectors, and the public.
Collaborate Mindset: Works effectively and fosters partnerships with a wide range of stakeholders, including non-profits, government entities, and other local organizations, ensuring collaborative efforts in housing and community development initiatives.
CORE COMPETENCIES
Effective Communicator
Strategic Thinker
Results Orientated
Customer Focused
Problem Solver and Decision Maker
Planner and Organizer
Technically Knowledgeable
EDUCATION
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in public administration, business administration, or a field related to the area of assignment
A valid Class C California driver’s license.
EXPERIENCE
Two years of responsible professional level administrative and management analysis experience at a level comparable to an Assistant Analyst with the City of Thousand Oaks. Previous experience in Community Development responsibilities preferred.
Benefits
The City of Thousand Oaks offers excellent benefits including:
Medical, Dental, Vision, Pension Retirement Plan, 401(a), Retirement Health Savings Plan, Tuition Reimbursement and more. Click here for more information.
Special Instructions
REVIEW OF APPLICATIONS: The first review date is Monday, October 13, 2025. Applications and supplemental questions will be reviewed on an ongoing basis. Please note that the recruitment may close without notice at any time after the first review date.
SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE - Applicants are required to complete the Supplemental Questionnaire. This will be used throughout the process to assist in determining each applicant's qualifications for the position.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION - The City of Thousand Oaks makes reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities to participate in the selection process. If you wish to request an accommodation in order to participate in the selection process, you must inform the Human Resources Department in writing no later than the final filing date. Applicants requesting an accommodation should document the request including the type and extent of accommodations requested to participate in the selection process and/or perform the duties of the job for which applied.
VETERAN'S PREFERENCE - In order to qualify for Veteran’s Preference a Form DD214, or other acceptable proof of service, must be submitted by the deadline date/time noted in the job announcement. Any veteran who has successfully completed all phases of a selection process for employment with the City shall be granted a final interview regardless of his or her ranking on the eligibility list, providing he/she meets the criteria for an eligible veteran.
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