Lead Buyout Specialist

Are you interested in helping Texas create communities that are more resilient in the face of future disasters? Join the ICF team and make a difference! Our growing Disaster Management Division makes BIG things happen every day. 

We are seeking a Lead Buyout Specialist to support application reviews as part of a Voluntary Buyout Program administered by the Texas General Land Office As a Buyout Grant Manager, you will work closely with other members of the team including: the Program Manager, senior ICF staff, and subject matter experts to clearly communicate information regarding applicant engagement, community outreach, and file review and processing.

This is a full-time benefits-eligible position in Austin, TX.

Key Responsibilities:

• Master policies and procedures governing Texas’ voluntary buyout recovery program  

• Work closely with program leadership, staff, and applicants to ensure that applicants fully understand program requirements and are frequently updated on application and grant progress throughout the case management process. 

• Gather, scan, and store required program eligibility and other required information in electronic databases and case management systems 

• Prepare letters to applicants and other required program documents  

• Communicate with applicants by phone, email and in-person to communicate program requirements and case status 

• Ensure all hard copy and automated files are updated and maintained in strict accordance with established policies and procedures 

• Interact with project lead and staff from local, state and federal government agencies 

• Support public outreach events and off-site applicant meetings 

• Provide tracking and reporting information on cases progressing from intake to closeout 

• Manage multiple priorities and to work limited overtime, as necessary. 

• Provide guidance and expertise on Federal regulations (CDBG-DR, cross cutting Federal requirements, Duplication of Benefits, etc.) and translating them into the implementation of the programs.

• Help refine program procedures and processes for implementation.

• Be available to interpret and apply the regulations within the context of these systems.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 8+ years of work experience with grant management or disaster recovery related work 

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and Adobe Acrobat. 

• Ability to learn, analyze, and understand complex documents such as tax returns, property deeds, insurance, and other real state and demolition related documents. 

• Demonstrated ability to review documents at a close level of detail and catch subtle differences. 

• Experience in analyzing information and problem-solving. 

• A flexible schedule that can accommodate some evening or weekend work as may be required. 

Preferred Skills/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree.

• 2+ years direct experience in the field of affordable housing, buyouts, economic development, and/or community development.

• 2+ years of in-depth and hands-on knowledge of the CDBG/CDBG-DR programs, regulations, and implementation.

• Experience in reviewing details of a property deed, title or appraisal. 

• Bilingual in English and Spanish

This job is a Section 3 eligible job opportunity. We encourage applications from individuals who are low income and/or living in Public Housing. 

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Austin, TX (TX18)