NHS Senior Program Specialist

Full-time position available with the Housing and Community Development Department, KC Housing Federal Initiatives Division, located at 414 E 12th St.
Salary Range: $5,173/month
Normal Work Days/Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m., with the possibility of working outside these hours, including weekends.
Application Deadline Date: October 10, 2025


Responsibilities

• Provides emergency repair services for senior citizens and residents with disabilities.
• Implements ADA accessibility improvements and Age-In-Place modifications to support housing stability.
• Supervise Community Development Corporation (CDC) projects and ensure quality and compliance.
• Conducts inspections for programs within the Housing Department, including NSPIRE inspections.
• Administers special initiatives such as the Paint Program, Senior's Fan Program, and other assigned projects.
• Coordinates with the Water Services Department and partner organizations to resolve delinquent water bills and expand access to repair services.
• Advances climate protection and resiliency initiatives to improve home efficiency, reduce utility costs, and protect residents from extreme weather.
• Align departmental efforts with citywide strategies, including the Housing and Healthy Communities Plan, Anti-Displacement Plan, Spirit KC Playbook, and Climate Protection and Resiliency Plan.
• Collaborates with City departments and external organizations to expand service capacity for vulnerable populations.
• Promotes strategies that retain and empower residents, reduce displacement, and strengthen community health outcomes.
• Supports extreme weather planning through programs like the Senior's Fan Pilot Program.
• Engages with residents, community organizations, and stakeholders to identify needs and deliver targeted services.
• Monitors program performance, track outcomes, and report progress to Housing Department leadership.

Qualifications

REQUIRES an accredited Bachelor's degree and 5 (OR an accredited Master's degree in the mentioned fields and 3) years of related progressively responsible professional experience in housing and community development, neighborhood preservation or neighborhood services; OR an equivalent combination of qualifying education and experience. Preference given to applicants who has experience with job bidding, collaborating with contractors, and customer service skills.


Other Information

Why You'll Love Working with Us - Core Employee Benefits

Comprehensive Health Coverage
Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans with multiple options and low employee contributions.

Generous Paid Time Off
Enjoy vacation, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays-with accruals that grow the longer you're with us.

Secure Retirement Planning
City-funded pension plan plus an optional 457 savings plan to help you build long-term financial security.

Support for Life's Big Moments
Paid parental and bereavement leave to help you navigate major life events with peace of mind.

Tuition Assistance
Get reimbursed for eligible education expenses-invest in your future while you work.

Income Protection
Short- and long-term disability coverage options to safeguard your earnings.

Life Insurance Provided
City-paid life insurance with the option to add more coverage for extra peace of mind.

Community Volunteer Leave
Take up to 8 hours annually to give back to causes you care about.

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URGENT!!! CRITICAL RECRUITMENT INFORMATION

Applications and/or resumes are evaluated on the information received by the application deadline. Please ensure that your application or resume clearly demonstrates how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position for which you are applying, this includes providing all relevant educational dates and a detailed description of relevant work experience, including months/years of employment. Applications and/or resumes may not be considered if information is incomplete.

In order for a resume to be used in lieu of an application the resume must have been submitted online via the City's Applicant Tracking System.

Positions requiring a high school diploma/GED certificate must be obtained from a school/program accredited by the Department of Education and recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education.

The minimum education requirement for positions that allow for experience equivalency for an accredited degree is a high school diploma. Unless otherwise specified, an accredited degree must be obtained from a college or university listed with the U.S. Department of Education and recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education.
For positions with a salary grade of EX6 or higher that require an accredited degree, qualifying professional experience must be obtained AFTER the accredited degree is obtained.
Successful completion of a pre-employment criminal history/background check is required for all positions. Some positions require a post offer drug screen and/or physical.

If appointed, non-residents must obtain residency inside Kansas City, Missouri's city limits within nine months.

The City of KCMO is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion in the workplace. The City is committed to providing a workplace environment for its employees and citizens free from discrimination based on race, color, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, religion, age, disability, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity. For more information, please see our EEO Policy

The City of KCMO is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please call 816-513-1908 or send an e-mail to accommodations@kcmo.org .

If claiming military veterans' preference points, you must attach a copy of your DD-214 or a DD-256 (for reservists). To claim veterans' points you must have served 180 days of regular active duty service and be discharged or released under honorable conditions during peacetimes or 90 days of active duty service, one (1) day during "wartime" and a last discharge or release under honorable conditions. (DOD) 38 U.S. Code • 4211).

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