Extension Program Specialist II - Housing

Prairie View A&M University - Prairie View, TX

Prairie View, TX

Educational Services

About the position

Under the general supervision of the Program Leader for Community and Economic Development (CED) for Cooperative Extension Programs, this position will provide leadership for effective educational programs supporting families and community leaders in home ownership, business development, and community development throughout the State of Texas. The employee will promote, manage, and evaluate outreach programs and report the results. The program specialist will work with extension agents, community leaders, and government officials in developing and implementing research-based programs. Will work with community-based organizations to effectively link the Community Development Unit and the community. The Lead efforts to identify and secure funding for homebuyer education programs with the potential to generate sustainable income for the Community & Economic Development Unit. Develop strategic partnerships to assist homeowners in qualifying for grants that cover closing costs and down payment requirements. Provide leadership in creating and managing a mortgage packaging program to support rural and low-income buyers, helping them access affordable housing opportunities. Guide the implementation of housing outreach programming and mentor new county extension agents in delivering outreach programs effectively to communities. This position is funded by a grant or restricted funds. Continued employment is contingent on the renewal of grant or restricted funding. This position may pay more than the salary listed above depending on the qualifications and experience of the selected candidate.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop and implement training programs for use by county staff in providing technical subject matter training and assistance in planning, executing, and evaluating educational programs for use by the under-served and underrepresented clientele and stakeholders.
• Analyze and interpret trends and other appropriate situational information and disseminate it for use by 1890 county personnel and committees in planning programs to meet local needs.
• Assist with the development of in-depth educational programs to solve significant problems and meet long-range objectives.
• Provide technical assistance to CED agents, homeowners, developers, and organizations supporting homeownership.
• Provide support to county staff through the development of curriculum and providing instruction in support of programs such as First Time Homebuyer Education.
• Conduct community seminars on housing development, first time homebuyer education, homeownership resources, housing financing, disaster preparedness, credit improvement, debt management, and other emerging areas identified in the program area.
• Develop and prepare teaching materials, e.g. publications, leaflets, and other informational materials in support of the Community and Economic Development program area.
• Interpret and disseminate relevant educational information from current applicable research findings, demographics and economics and public policy.
• Develop comprehensive model plans which address base programs, critical issues, and clientele needs.
• Assist with development of evaluations instruments to measure program effectiveness.
• Fund and manage homebuyer education program with the potential to generate program income.
• Engage in partnerships that support and qualify homeowners for grant assistance with closing cost and down payments for home purchases.
• Establish mortgage packaging program for rural and low-income homebuyers with the potential for generating program income.
• Mentor and train new CED agents in financial literacy and homebuyer education.
• Identify, define, and develop funding sources to support existing and planned housing program activities.
• Lead the development, writing, and submission of grant proposals to federal, state, and private funding agencies.
• Participate and assist in college-wide events, activities, and committees and perform other duties as deemed necessary.

Requirements

• Master's degree in applicable field.
• Five or more years of related professional experience.
• Knowledge of word processing, database, presentation and spreadsheet applications.
• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, analytical, interpersonal and organizational skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Strong critical thinking and analytical capabilities with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to apply problem-solving skills to complex problems, prioritize, manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Knowledge of account reconciliation and problem solving.
• Advanced degree in public administration, business, economics, political science, regional planning, sociology, or specific education and or training in architecture or construction science.
• Project management experience specific to affordable housing.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with other department staff, management, vendors, outside agencies, community groups and the general public.
• Preparing a variety of complex housing, financial and administrative applications and reports.
• Excellent planning and organizational skills to meet changing priorities and deadlines.
• Ability to identify and resolve general problems using sound judgment.