LEAD HOUSING COUNSELING SPECIALIST - ON-CALL

Your passion is supporting communities with implementing best practice strategies to provide low and moderate-income clients with housing assistance, including housing counseling. At ICF you can put that passion into action by joining our team of experts working to support our work in housing counseling. We partner with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to provide technical assistance. This position is full-time time and work is remote/hybrid. Apply today to become part of our great team of experts!

We are open to supporting 100% remote work anywhere within the US.

THIS IS AN ON-CALL, part-time hours position based on project needs.

What you’ll be doing:

Work with a diverse set of stakeholders including housing counseling agencies (HCAs) receiving technical assistance through HUD’s Office of Housing Counseling and other industry partners.Focus work is incredibly diverse within HUD’s Housing Counseling program, including delivery of services including rental housing counseling, foreclosure prevention, disaster housing counseling, reverse mortgages, etc.Develop/deliver training sessions, conference presentations, workshops, and webinarsFacilitate technical assistance engagements, either in-person or virtually through web-based softwareFocus on best practice and innovative strategies related to housing counseling programs.Contribute to the design of tools, drafting of reports, and development of policy guidanceExperience and knowledge of utilizing a racial equity lens throughout work products, webinar deliveries, etc.Assist in identifying new business opportunities, writing proposals, and managing contracts as requested.This is a home-based position and 25% travel is required.

Basic Qualifications you’ll need to have:

Bachelor’s Degree in Public Administration, Planning, Public Policy, Government or a related discipline OR minimum 8 years of directly related professional experience in similar fieldMinimum of 5 years knowledge in HUD’s Housing Counseling Program, the housing counseling and mortgage industry, etc.

Additional Skills we expect you to have:

Demonstrated success developing and delivering trainings, workshops and webinars; facilitation, and public speaking to a variety of audiences.

Preferred Skills/Experience:

HUD Certified Housing Counselor, or have managed certified counselorsPrevious work with Government Sponsored Enterprises (GSEs) a plus.Experience and expertise in other federal mainstream housing and services programsBroad knowledge in Fair Housing and Equal Opportunity laws and requirements

Professional Skills You Will Use:

A commitment to affordable housing and serving all of those who are under-servedExcellent verbal, interpersonal and written communication skillsStrong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making capabilities to analyze situations, identify existing or potential problems, and recommend solutionsAbility to multi-task with various projects and responsibilitiesProficiency in MS Office Applications (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Excel)

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 an inclusive workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to hiring regardless of any protected characteristic, such as race, ethnicity, national origin, color, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability status, or military/veteran status. 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 & AA policy.

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 Candidateaccommodation@icf.com 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 here: Requesting an Accommodation for the ICF interview process.

Read more about workplace discrimination rights, the Pay Transparency Statement, 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 and equitable 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 accommodations that involve the use of AI. If such an accommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance at candidateaccommodation@icf.com. 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:

$89,203.00 - $151,646.00

Nationwide Remote Office (US99)