Project Coordinator – Homeless Services

OPENING:
July 17, 2025

CLOSING DATE
: Friday, August 15, 2025

WAGE:
$68,640-$72,400 (salary range will increase to $74,880 – $79,880 Jan. 1, 2026)

Hours:
Full-Time 9/80 Schedule (every other Friday off), may be required to work evenings and weekends;

hybrid telework environment

About The South Bay Cities Council Of Governments (SBCCOG)
The SBCCOG is a joint powers authority of 16 cities and the County of Los Angeles that shares the goal of maximizing quality of life and productivity for the South Bay community in Southern California. The SBCCOG operates a variety of programs that cover homelessness, seniors, transportation, and sustainability. More information about the SBCCOG can be found at

Background Of Position And Job Summary
At the SBCCOG, we approach homelessness with the urgency this crisis demands. Our homeless services program is dynamic, responsive, and solutions-oriented, and driven by a commitment that no task is too big or too small when addressing homelessness in our region. The Homeless Services Coordinator must be equally comfortable operating at a high strategic level and engaging in hands-on work in the weeds. One moment, the Coordinator may be assisting a case manager with an individual client, and the next, analyze a complex policy proposal for a new homeless intervention program. SBCCOG local elected officials and city staff rely on the homeless services team for timely information and guidance on homelessness policy. By maintaining a strong command of the details, the Homeless Services Project Coordinator ensures they are positioned to add meaningful value to our cities and partners. Note, this position does not work directly with individual people that are unhoused but through cities and agencies.

The position will report to the Homeless Services Manager.

Essential Job Functions, Duties, And Responsibilities
The SBCCOG is seeking a Homeless Coordinator candidate that can handle a multitude of tasks. High level tasks include evaluating Client Aid requests, helping to design, implement, and evaluate homeless programs, and collaborating with cities, regional organizations and community partners. Regular tasks include data analysis and reporting, program administration, contract compliance, monitoring performance, and organizing working group meetings.

The Coordinator may be asked to give presentations or provide briefings on new legislation or programs as they pertain to homeless services and correlated topics of mental health, substance use, and others.

Duties Include

• Assist in the development of SBCCOG programs and implementation steps such as, but not limited to, a Time Limited Subsidy, Motel leasing, and an Alternative Crisis Response pilots such as Care Courts, Conservatorships, and Cal Aim
• Review and provide briefings on legislation and any program changes affecting homelessness; with an emphasis on behavioral health – these may include, but not limited to Los Angeles County Measure A, State Homeless Housing & Assistance Program (HHAP), and California Advancing and Innovating Medi-Cal (CalAIM) programs.
• Gather and analyze data as it relates to the Homeless Count, demographics, city-by-city metrics, and other data sets as needed
• Collaborate with case managers on Client Aid requests and administration
• Coordinate regular Homeless Taskforce and other regional SBCCOG led meetings including inviting speakers, preparing draft agendas, tracking participation, taking minutes, and updating contacts
• Occasionally, participate and staff SBCCOG Homeless events and SBCCOG community events in general, including city council and SBCCOG Board meetings; some may happen outside the workday
• Attend and take notes as needed at program related meetings such as LA County Homeless Policy Deputy, Service Planning Area (SPA) 8 Care Coordination, SPA 8 Cross-Sector Older Adult and Homeless Convening, LA County Homeless Older Adult Working Group, and other relevant meetings
• Assist with the preparation, review, and tracking of invoices, ensuring timely submission and compliance with Measure A requirements, contract reporting requirements, and County fiscal guidelines
• Support grant development and reporting related to homelessness initiatives
• Perform other work as assigned

Classification
This position is Full-Time Exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act.

Qualifications
Requires graduation from high school or GED equivalent and one (1) to five (5) years related experience in administrative analysis and research, community outreach, policy development and/or fiscal administration, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. The ideal candidate will have experience in homelessness programs and services, with specific experience in behavioral health issues. Administrative experience is a plus. More importantly, the candidate must demonstrate the ability to solve problems and grasp complex, multi-faceted issues. Candidates must be:

• Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint)
• Comfortable presenting information in person and online, including interacting with elected officials

Preferred Candidates Will Have

• College degree and be adept in critical analysis and writing
• Hands on experience interacting with the re-housing system, including experience with the Homeless Management Information System (HMIS)
• Experience gathering and analyzing data
• Understanding of Housing First, Trauma Informed Care, Harm Reduction, and other homeless practices
• Administrative experience as it relates to grant and contract reporting, invoicing/reimbursements, and applications.
• Knowledge of social services or public administration fields of study and issues related to homelessness.

Candidates must have strong written and verbal communication skills, attention to detail, proficiency in browser-based web research, and be well organized. In addition, candidates should have the ability to function independently and as part of a team required; demonstrate critical thinking; and exhibit use of discretion in communicating with others. Must possess a valid California Driver's License.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to sit and talk or hear and use a telephone and a personal computer with a VDT screen for extended periods of time. The employee is required to drive to various locations, may be required to work outdoors, and be exposed to variable weather conditions and noise levels. The employee is required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, and use arms, legs, and back to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Job description statements describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees and are not intended as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.

APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS
Interested candidates must submit via email a resume and cover letter detailing the relevance of their education and experience to the work of the SBCCOG and why this position is of interest to them.

Submit to: Andreya Mulligan, Administrative Assistant

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Candidates invited for an interview may be required to submit the names of individuals who could serve as professional references. SBCCOG is an equal opportunity employer.