Total 17 job vacancies by Assistant Secretary for Housing-Federal Housing Commissioner

As a/an Recapitalization Transaction Specialist, you will:

• Advise and make recommendations on affordable housing transactions to supervisors and managers in the Affordable Housing Transaction Division.
• Actively participate in solving some of the Nation's most complex and plaguing problems associated with public and affordable housing.
• Provide technical support to housing authorities, multifamily owners, as well as HUD field staff with the goal of improving, preserving and repairing assisted rental housing, which may include leveraging improvements in education, health, safety and employment.
• Coordinate, interact and participate in meetings with Office of Recapitalization management, HUD, OMB, and other governmental agencies, both Federal and State, housing finance agencies, Public Housing Authorities, private owners, participating administrative entities, and joint ventures to coordinate and maximize the achievement of the Office of Recapitalization's mission.

As a/an Deputy Housing-FHA Comptroller, you will:

• Ensure that (a) accounting and internal control polices exist and are applied on all operations; (b) accounting control over all Housing-FHA activities is maintained (c) all external and internal financial reports are prepared properly, accurately and timely; (d) debt collection and cash management systems are in compliance with all requirements and (e) financial standards are identified and the Office, or Offices, responsible for systems development, maintenance and operation for all Housing programs receive guidance on needed improvements to satisfy all Federal and management requirements.
• Maintain the FHA general ledger, the chart of accounts, and certain subsidiary ledgers.
• Prepare quarterly financial statements as well as other financial reports and analyses for the Congress, the OMB, other federal agencies and the general public, and internal management reports to various levels of Housing management.

As a/an Deputy Housing-FHA Comptroller, you will:

• Ensure that (a) accounting and internal control polices exist and are applied on all operations; (b) accounting control over all Housing-FHA activities is maintained (c) all external and internal financial reports are prepared properly, accurately and timely; (d) debt collection and cash management systems are in compliance with all requirements and (e) financial standards are identified and the Office, or Offices, responsible for systems development, maintenance and operation for all Housing programs receive guidance on needed improvements to satisfy all Federal and management requirements.
• Maintain the FHA general ledger, the chart of accounts, and certain subsidiary ledgers.
• Prepare quarterly financial statements as well as other financial reports and analyses for the Congress, the OMB, other federal agencies and the general public, and internal management reports to various levels of Housing management.

Making a Difference: HUD's Mission
HUD's mission is to create strong, sustainable, inclusive communities and quality affordable homes for all. HUD is working to strengthen the housing market to bolster the economy and protect consumers; meet the need for quality affordable rental homes; utilize housing as a platform for improving quality of life; build inclusive and sustainable communities free from discrimination and transform the way HUD does business.

As a/an Architect, you will:

• Serve as an architect with responsibility for a wide variety of work related to assigned reviews and evaluations of architectural, engineering and administratively related plans and documents including drawings, specifications, bid documents, addenda and change orders that are submitted by applicants for HUD's hospital mortgage insurance program.
• Review, evaluate, and provide recommendations for acceptance or rejections of architectural processing completed by project sponsor's architect.
• Work with sponsor's architect in preparing contract documents to meet HUD requirements, and assure the final drawings and specifications clearly provide for the best possible facility within the project's construction budget.
• Conduct, or direct the conduct of, investigations of project site to determine (for new construction) feasibility of proposed project; topography; and essential site configuration; or (for additions or renovations) conditions of structure and essential data.

Making a Difference: HUD's Mission
HUD's mission is to create strong, sustainable, inclusive communities and quality affordable homes for all. HUD is working to strengthen the housing market to bolster the economy and protect consumers; meet the need for quality affordable rental homes; utilize housing as a platform for improving quality of life; build inclusive and sustainable communities free from discrimination and transform the way HUD does business.


As a/an Architect, you will:

• Serve as an architect with responsibility for a wide variety of work related to assigned reviews and evaluations of architectural, engineering and administratively related plans and documents including drawings, specifications, bid documents, addenda and change orders that are submitted by applicants for HUD's hospital mortgage insurance program.
• Review, evaluate, and provide recommendations for acceptance or rejections of architectural processing completed by project sponsor's architect.
• Work with sponsor's architect in preparing contract documents to meet HUD requirements, and assure the final drawings and specifications clearly provide for the best possible facility within the project's construction budget.
• Conduct, or direct the conduct of, investigations of project site to determine (for new construction) feasibility of proposed project; topography; and essential site configuration; or (for additions or renovations) conditions of structure and essential data.

As a/an Management Information Specialist, you will:

• Be responsible for oversight of a broad range of management information systems, and provisions of administrative support services required for the operation of the program office.
• Provide support to OHP in special studies and plans relating to Housing information systems and audits, coordinating with other Housing offices, the Office of the Chief Information Officer, the Office of the Chief Financial Officer, and other Housing and Urban Development (HUD) offices and external entities that participate in the management of HUD's systems.
• Prepare and implement a wide range of plans, assessments and reports which require an in-depth understanding and expert judgment in the management of business applications.
• Provide a full range of project management, leadership, and analytical support needed to address all issues relevant to OHP application maintenance and operations and enhancements.
• Analyze and apply complex regulatory guidance and standards affecting Housing operations and system management and communicates rapidly and effectively in writing, in presentations and in other oral communications to coordinate with the other Housing and HUD offices, HUD business partners, and audit and oversight organizations that participate in the management of Housing systems.

As a/an Management Information Specialist, you will:

• Be responsible for oversight of a broad range of management information systems, and provisions of administrative support services required for the operation of the program office.
• Provide support to OHP in special studies and plans relating to Housing information systems and audits, coordinating with other Housing offices, the Office of the Chief Information Officer, the Office of the Chief Financial Officer, and other Housing and Urban Development (HUD) offices and external entities that participate in the management of HUD's systems.
• Prepare and implement a wide range of plans, assessments and reports which require an in-depth understanding and expert judgment in the management of business applications.
• Provide a full range of project management, leadership, and analytical support needed to address all issues relevant to OHP application maintenance and operations and enhancements.
• Analyze and apply complex regulatory guidance and standards affecting Housing operations and system management and communicates rapidly and effectively in writing, in presentations and in other oral communications to coordinate with the other Housing and HUD offices, HUD business partners, and audit and oversight organizations that participate in the management of Housing systems.

Making a Difference: HUD's Mission
HUD's mission is to create strong, sustainable, inclusive communities and quality affordable homes for all. HUD is working to strengthen the housing market to bolster the economy and protect consumers; meet the need for quality affordable rental homes; utilize housing as a platform for improving quality of life; build inclusive and sustainable communities free from discrimination and transform the way HUD does business.

As a Grants Specialist, you will:

• Plan and manage grant administration which is characterized by such features as 1) grant reviews, 2) developing strategies to determine and eliminate improper subsidy payments, 3) evaluating the effectiveness of information technology systems, 4) implementing new policy or guidance, and 5) defining and instituting new methods and strategies to improve grant administration in the office.
• Assist the Division Director in ensuring that the workload is prioritized and scheduled; that activities are scheduled or reassigned as appropriate; that actions are taken to enhance program results; that operations are adjusted when necessitated by changing demand and/or reduction in resources; and that accurate and timely reporting of operations and activities is accomplished.
• Participate in intra- and cross-functional teams involving grant program issues and assists in providing training and technical assistance.
• Promote and maintain cooperative working relationships with other Federal agencies and state and local agencies as they relate to grant programs.

Making a Difference: HUD's Mission
HUD's mission is to create strong, sustainable, inclusive communities and quality affordable homes for all. HUD is working to strengthen the housing market to bolster the economy and protect consumers; meet the need for quality affordable rental homes; utilize housing as a platform for improving quality of life; build inclusive and sustainable communities free from discrimination and transform the way HUD does business.

As a Management Analyst, you will:

• Research and investigate new or improved business and management practices for application to Housing programs and operations.
• Conduct complex and special studies for efficiency and productivity and recommends changes or improvements in work methods, and procedures.
• Develop procedures and systems for establishing, operating, and assessing the effectiveness of administrative control systems.

Making a Difference: HUD's Mission
HUD's mission is to create strong, sustainable, inclusive communities and quality affordable homes for all. HUD is working to strengthen the housing market to bolster the economy and protect consumers; meet the need for quality affordable rental homes; utilize housing as a platform for improving quality of life; build inclusive and sustainable communities free from discrimination and transform the way HUD does business.

The following are the duties of this position at the GS-9. If you are selected at a lower grade level, you will have the opportunity to learn to perform all these duties, and will receive training to help you grow in this position.

As a Program Analyst, you will:

• Perform analysis and advisory assignments related to the effectiveness of multifamily housing programs and/or the efficiency of the management of Hub operations. The incumbent is responsible for basic analysis and routine program operations duties that facilitate the conduct of more complex and detailed review and analysis functions conducted by the supervisor and senior co-workers.
• Conduct studies of work processes and procedures. Identify problems, review production standards, and make tentative recommendations for problem resolution. Review reports and studies to ensure that inquiries from customers and higher-level management are met according to established standards for timeliness, quality, and responsiveness.
• Assist in the development of directives and the design, development, documentation, and implementation of various reporting systems.

Making a Difference: HUD's Mission
HUD's mission is to create strong, sustainable, inclusive communities and quality affordable homes for all. HUD is working to strengthen the housing market to bolster the economy and protect consumers; meet the need for quality affordable rental homes; utilize housing as a platform for improving quality of life; build inclusive and sustainable communities free from discrimination and transform the way HUD does business.

As a Grant and Loan Specialist, you will:

• Ensure timely submission of project proposal and transaction related forms for various actions as required by program requirements.
• Review document submissions from program participants and applicants to assess completeness, accuracy, and compliance with established program requirements and make recommendations for action by a senior staff person or supervisor.
• Prepare approval letters and other standard form documents and contracts or agreements for review and signature by a senior staff person or supervisor.
• Review closing packages for completeness and accuracy and perform tasks associated with the closing of preservation transactions, grants, and loans. Oversee timely completion of post-closing functions including required owner certifications of completion of capital repairs, disburse grant award funds, and perform other grant management functions; and contact program participants and applicants with errors.
• Coordinate and prepare routine reports for senior staff persons and management to assist in the tracking of reaching performance goals.

Making a Difference: HUD's Mission
HUD's mission is to create strong, sustainable, inclusive communities and quality affordable homes for all. HUD is working to strengthen the housing market to bolster the economy and protect consumers; meet the need for quality affordable rental homes; utilize housing as a platform for improving quality of life; build inclusive and sustainable communities free from discrimination and transform the way HUD does business.

As a Grant and Loan Specialist, you will:

• Ensure timely submission of project proposal and transaction related forms for various actions as required by program requirements.
• Review document submissions from program participants and applicants to assess completeness, accuracy, and compliance with established program requirements and make recommendations for action by a senior staff person or supervisor.
• Prepare approval letters and other standard form documents and contracts or agreements for review and signature by a senior staff person or supervisor.
• Review closing packages for completeness and accuracy and perform tasks associated with the closing of preservation transactions, grants, and loans. Oversee timely completion of post-closing functions including required owner certifications of completion of capital repairs, disburse grant award funds, and perform other grant management functions; and contact program participants and applicants with errors.
• Coordinate and prepare routine reports for senior staff persons and management to assist in the tracking of reaching performance goals.

Making a Difference: HUD's Mission
HUD's mission is to create strong, sustainable, inclusive communities and quality affordable homes for all. HUD is working to strengthen the housing market to bolster the economy and protect consumers; meet the need for quality affordable rental homes; utilize housing as a platform for improving quality of life; build inclusive and sustainable communities free from discrimination and transform the way HUD does business.

As a Grant and Loan Specialist, you will:

• Ensure timely submission of project proposal and transaction related forms for various actions as required by program requirements.
• Review document submissions from program participants and applicants to assess completeness, accuracy, and compliance with established program requirements and make recommendations for action by a senior staff person or supervisor.
• Prepare approval letters and other standard form documents and contracts or agreements for review and signature by a senior staff person or supervisor.
• Review closing packages for completeness and accuracy and perform tasks associated with the closing of preservation transactions, grants, and loans. Oversee timely completion of post-closing functions including required owner certifications of completion of capital repairs, disburse grant award funds, and perform other grant management functions; and contact program participants and applicants with errors.
• Coordinate and prepare routine reports for senior staff persons and management to assist in the tracking of reaching performance goals.

Making a Difference: HUD's Mission
HUD's mission is to create strong, sustainable, inclusive communities and quality affordable homes for all. HUD is working to strengthen the housing market to bolster the economy and protect consumers; meet the need for quality affordable rental homes; utilize housing as a platform for improving quality of life; build inclusive and sustainable communities free from discrimination and transform the way HUD does business.

As a Senior Program Analyst, you will:

• Conduct analyses of high profile or controversial regulatory and statutory proposals, initiatives, and Multifamily Housing Program proposals submitted for review by outside parties, including use of analytical models to estimate program impacts, and evaluation of projects and initiatives based on sophisticated analytical processes.
• Serve as a Government Technical Monitor on contracts involving multifamily housing activities, including reviewing contractor's work products, adherence to contractual requirements, initiating/recommending corrective actions, and consulting with the GTR (Government Technical Representative) associated with the contract.
• Prepare and present written reports or oral narratives to the Office Director, DAS for Multifamily Housing Programs, or other officials regarding proposed legislation, regulations, or procedures that have impact on Multifamily Housing programs.
• Analyze high level or controversial program and policy options in the field of Multifamily in coordination with MF program offices; develops option papers for use in making policy decisions.
• Develop, in coordination with the Office Director and the Multifamily DAS, initial program designs to implement new programs and policies authorized by Congress for which immediate organizational responsibility has not been assigned elsewhere.

The Office of Housing provides vital public services through its nationally administered programs. It oversees the Federal Housing Administration (FHA), the largest mortgage insurer in the world, and regulates important parts of the housing industry. The Office of Housing is committed to building and preserving healthy neighborhoods and communities through homeownership, rental housing and healthcare opportunities.

The Office of Single Family Housing is responsible for the overall management of Single Family mortgage insurance programs for the Federal Housing Administration (FHA). The Office assists in the expansion of affordable and quality homeownership opportunities for individuals and families who are traditionally underserved by the private market. The Office also acts as a stabilizing force in the single family home financing market by increasing access to mortgage credit. Policies and programs administered by the Office-from becoming an FHA-approved mortgage lender or other stakeholder, to mortgage origination through post-closing and endorsement processes, servicing of FHA mortgages, and beyond-assist in the provision of these affordable mortgage programs while meeting the needs of borrowers. These functions are carried out by dedicated staff in our Washington, DC headquarters, four Homeownership Centers in Atlanta, GA, Denver, CO, Philadelphia, PA, and Santa Ana, CA, and through our National Servicing Center in Tulsa, OK.

The following are the duties of this position at the GS-12. If you are selected at a lower grade level, you will have the opportunity to learn to perform all these duties, and will receive training to help you grow in this position.

As a Single Family Housing Specialist, you will:

• Direct the application of policy and procedural instructions issued to the branch from the branch chief or Program Director, including provision of FHA Handbooks, manuals and operations methods and procedures within the branch to conform to Departmental requirements and local real estate laws and practices.
• Participate in or direct conferences or training of developers, appraisers, inspectors, architects, Direct Endorsement (DE) underwriters, mortgagee personnel, state entities, non-profit organizations, counseling agencies, and various real estate organizations, with regard to HUD/FHA requirements and procedures, and to administering the Secretarial priorities.
• Speak for and represent the field office and FHA in industry and public meetings concerning all matters relating to the single family housing programs.
• Meet with local real estate and mortgagee lenders to generate participation and cooperation in the management and sale of properties conveyed to the Secretary.
• Render advice and consultation to the Program Director on questions regarding underwriting, asset management, and/or real estate owned activities and related matters.