Community Development Consultant - ON CALL (REMOTE ROLE)
Description COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CONSULTANT (ON-CALL role) Your passion is supporting communities with implementing best practice strategies to provide expert consulting skills and programmatic expertise to serve the needs of low- and moderate-income families. At ICF, you will work alongside a team of experts supporting the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) by delivering technical assistance on Section 3 requirements. This role may also support broader community and economic development priorities, including labor standards compliance; workforce development initiatives such as job training and employment placement; small business and microenterprise development; and other HUD‑aligned economic and workforce development activities. This position is ON-CALL (part-time with variable hours) and work remote. Assignments are made on a demand-response basis so hours are completely variable. Apply today to become part of our great team of experts! What you’ll be doing: Work with a diverse set of stakeholders including public housing authorities, HUD Community Planning and Development (CPD) grantees who work with the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), HOME, etc., programs. Focus work is in creating economic opportunity through the Section 3 requirements that overlay HUD grantees. Develop/deliver training sessions, conference presentations, workshops, and webinars Facilitate technical assistance engagements, either in-person or virtually through web-based software Focus on best practice and innovative strategies related to HUD programs. Contribute to the design of tools, drafting of reports, and development of policy guidance Experience, knowledge and/or lived experience in utilizing a racial equity lens throughout work products, webinar deliveries, etc. Basic Qualifications you’ll need to have: Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in Public Administration, Planning, Public Policy, Government or a related discipline or minimum 10 years of professional experience in similar field Minimum of 10 years knowledge in HUD programs, specifically administering programs where Section 3 is an economic opportunity program. A general understanding of HUD reporting systems (e.g., IDIS, DRGR, and other PHA reporting systems) for Section 3 reporting. Demonstrated success developing and delivering trainings, workshops and webinars; program assessments and evaluation; facilitation, and public speaking to a variety of audiences. This is a home-based position and up to 25% travel may be required. Preferred Skills/Experience: Previous work with Department of Labor, Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA), Youth Build, workforce investment boards, and/or job training programs, is a plus. Broad knowledge in Fair Housing and Equal Opportunity laws and requirements Professional Skills: A commitment to affordable housing and serving all of those who are under-served Excellent verbal, interpersonal and written communication skills Strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making capabilities to analyze situations, identify existing or potential problems, and recommend solutions Ability to multi-task with various projects and responsibilities Proficiency in MS Office Applications (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Excel) #Indeed Working at ICF ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future. We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer. Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read our EEO policy. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation, please email [email protected] and we will be happy to assist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations. Read more about workplace discrimination rights or our benefit offerings which are included in the Transparency in (Benefits) Coverage Act. Candidate AI Usage Policy At ICF, we are committed to ensuring a fair interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate or assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is not permitted. This policy is in place to maintain the integrity and authenticity of the interview process. However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodation that involves the use of AI. If such an accommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance at [email protected]. We are dedicated to providing the necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed. Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position. The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is: $89,649.00 - $152,404.00 Nationwide Remote Office (US99) Apply To This Job