Underwriter II

Underwriter IIThe Housing and Revitalization Department (HRD) is seeking to fill a TASS II (Underwriter II) position to work on the City's Lead Hazard Reduction (LHR) Grant Program, a U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) funded program. The Underwriter II is an intermediate level professional located within the City of Detroit Housing and Revitalization Department's Home Repair Division that receives close direction from higher level Underwriters and supervision from a Supervisor or Manager. The Underwriter II focuses on reviewing, evaluating, and recommending approval of applications for program, projects, initiatives, and the associated grants and contracts. Underwriters work closely with residents to determine eligibility for various local, State and Federal grant and loan programs. Other key services performed by Underwriters include attending outreach events to inform the public of program opportunities, conducting grant and loan closings and pre-construction meetings in the field, compiling and documenting files for audit, assisting with continual timely and accurate tracking of activity and spending of City allocated resources, regardless of the source, to ensure compliance with State and Federal regulations and program requirements. Underwriters support the implementation and data integrity of the technology systems that support HRD.The Underwriter II performs a variety of program and project management functions including but not limited to: -Determine resident eligibility for various grant and loan programs; -Utilize data collection and analysis techniques to evaluate individual programs; submits oral and written reports to management for their consideration and decision-making; -Research and investigate new or improved business and management practices for application to agency programs or operations; -Attend meetings of other governmental agencies, businesses, and community groups as assigned and summarizes discussion and action items; drafts responses to requests for information; -Assist in drafting of proposed statements of work, requests for proposals and qualifications; -Upon award of contracts, tracks contractor performance; -Coordinate bid process with other staff, contractors, and vendors to ensure bids are obtained in a timely manner; -Respond to HUD monitoring findings as a result of periodic audits and review audit and investigative reports to determine appropriate changes or corrective action required; -Oversee, review, analyze, and evaluate program, project, and initiative assistance applications, plans, and estimates; -Prepare, process, issue, and track program, project and initiative assistance awards and ensure and monitor compliance with all terms and conditions of reporting requirements. -Review, prepare and process invoices related to grant activities -Other duties as assignedEducation Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university, with major course work in business administration, public administration, public policy, economics, finance, accounting, urban studies, or related field. Experience Two (2) years of professional experience involving systematic review, analysis and evaluation of grants, grant eligibility, housing development/repair, and/or other financial data is preferred. Skills Ability to effectively communicate with a wide range of people with varying backgrounds. Complete complex tasks that require close attention to detail. Self-motivated and able to manage time in order to meet deadlines. Proficient with the Microsoft Office Suite of programs. Ability to follow instructions both verbal and written. Equivalency Equivalent combinations of education and experience that provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be evaluated on an individual basis.Applicants may be required to take written tests or perform work simulations to illustrate proficiency in skill sets specific to a particular technological application. Applicants may be subject to background, criminal, and credit checks. Valid government issued identification will be required at time of hire.