Orange County Homeless Programs Coordinator

Homeless Programs Coordinator
Housing and Community Development
Posting 9049-1029
Description: Provide leadership in the effort to implement the Orange County Ten Year Plan to End
Homelessness working closely with the Partnership to End Homelessness Executive
Team and other community partners. Develop a comprehensive understanding of
available housing options including Housing First as well as the supportive services
necessary to prevent and eliminate homelessness particularly for the chronically
homeless. Assess potential financial resources, including both public and private
resources, for the 10 Year Plan. Design and execute both an operational and capital
budget necessary to achieve annual priorities. Conduct periodic evaluations of Plan
implementation activities and provide a written report of the results to the Partnership.
Requirements: Requires any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from an
accredited college or university with a Master’s degree in Social Work, Public
Administration, Planning, Public Health, or closely related field and five years of closely
related experience. Prefer experience managing programs related to homelessness.
Strong written/oral communication and interpersonal skills are required as well as the
ability to interpret complex federal policies and guidelines. Excellent computer skills are
also required. Must possess a driver license valid in the state of North Carolina.
Compensation: The hiring range for this position is $46,013 - $59,785.
Orange County provides a comprehensive employee benefits package, including
membership in the N.C. Local Government Employee’s Retirement System.
Closing Date: Friday, December 21, 2007
Apply To: Orange County Personnel Department
208 South Cameron Street, Post Office Box 8181
Hillsborough, North Carolina 27278
Telephone: (919) 732-8181, extension 2550
Facsimile: (919) 644-3009
An official Orange County Application For Employment is required for all openings and must be received on or
before the closing date. Refer to the appropriate posting number on your application. Resumes will not be
accepted unless accompanied by a completed application form.