LHR (Lead Hazard Reduction) Program Coordinator
Salary
$61,332.00 Annually
Location
Housing and Community Development - 375 Satula Avenue, Athens, GA
Job Type
In House Only
Job Number
2026-2043
Department
Housing & Community Development
Division
Housing & Community Development
Opening Date
06/24/2026
Closing Date
7/7/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Purpose & Job Related Requirements
REPORTS TO: Program Director / Affordable Housing Administrator
FLSA STATUS: Exempt - Administrative
CLASSIFICATION: Personnel System - Requires satisfactory completion of a six-month probationary period.
PAY GRADE: 120
SAFETY SENSITIVE: No
Purpose of Job
The purpose of this position is to coordinate and oversee the daily implementation, administration, compliance, and operations of the county's Lead Hazard Reduction Capacity Building (LHRCB) Program and any future Lead Hazard or Healthy Homes funding and other related programs. Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, coordinating lead hazard reduction and healthy homes activities; monitoring program performance according to HUD regulations and grant requirements; supporting contractor development and workforce capacity-building efforts; coordinating outreach, education, and enrollment activities; maintaining program records and reporting systems; assisting with procurement and contract administration; supporting strategic planning and sustainability efforts; and performing additional tasks as assigned.
This position serves as the primary internal coordinator for the LHRCB Program and works collaboratively with various ACCGov departments, public health agencies, contractors, nonprofit organizations, healthcare providers, housing partners, and community stakeholders to implement lead hazard reduction and healthy housing initiatives throughout Athens-Clarke County.
This position is grant-funded.
When requirements include vehicle operation, is responsible for the safety, readiness and operation of the vehicle and must abide by ACCGov safe driving policy.
May be required to attend local, state, and out-of-state HUD trainings and conferences.
May be required to attend evening or weekend trainings, community meetings or outreach events.
Job Related Requirements
Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8am - 5pm
May be required to work on religious holidays.
Regular and predictable attendance is required.
Must work cooperatively with others.
When requirements include vehicle operation, responsible for the safety, readiness and operation of the vehicle and must abide by ACCs safe driving policy.
Minimum Training & Experience Required to Perform Essential Job Functions
Bachelor's degree preferably in Public Administration, Urban Planning, Public Health, Business Administration, Housing Development, Community Development, Construction Management, Social Work, Housing Management and Policy, or related field with four (4) years of progressively responsible experience coordinating housing, community development, public health, grant-funded, lead hazard reduction, healthy homes, affordable housing, rehabilitation, or related programs; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position.
Two years supervisory experience required.
Experience managing federally funded programs and working with HUD-funded programs including Lead Hazard Reduction Capacity Building Program, Healthy Homes, HOME, CDBG, or related federal grant programs preferred.
Must possess current lead hazard-related certifications including EPA Renovation, Repair and Painting (RRP), Lead Inspector, Risk Assessor, Lead Supervisor, or related certifications, or the ability to obtain required certifications within 120 days of hire.
Must possess a valid drivers license.
Essential Duties, Responsibilities
The following duties are normal for this job. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.
Supervises and evaluates assigned staff, handles all employee concerns, directs work assignments, counsels and disciplines employees when necessary, and completes employee performance appraisals.
Coordinates and oversees the daily operations and implementation of the Lead Hazard Reduction Capacity Building Program and future Lead Hazard and related programs.
Monitors program activities to ensure compliance with HUD regulations, grant agreements, timelines, production benchmarks, and applicable federal, state, and local requirements.
Develops and maintains detailed program policies, procedures, workflows, implementation plans, and tracking systems.
Coordinates assigned staff, consultants, contractors, and partner agencies involved in lead hazard reduction and healthy housing activities.
Defines and tracks key program metrics, outputs, outcomes, and performance measures related to lead hazard reduction and healthy homes activities.
Coordinates outreach, intake, enrollment, contractor training, inspection coordination, and rehabilitation-related activities to ensure timely completion of program objectives.
Leads the development and implementation of outreach and community engagement strategies designed to increase awareness of lead hazards, healthy homes principles, and available program services.
Coordinates with healthcare providers, public health agencies, school systems, nonprofit organizations, housing partners, and other stakeholders to establish referral systems and collaborative partnerships.
Maintains accurate records and databases related to program participants, outreach activities, contractor capacity-building efforts, inspections, remediation activities, and grant expenditures.
Oversees procurement activities including drafting requests for proposals (RFPs), coordinating procurement processes, reviewing submissions, and maintaining procurement documentation.
Responsible for overseeing and supervising the submission of required HUD reports and grant documentation, including but not limited to quarterly reports, FFATA reporting, performance measures, budget tracking, environmental review coordination, and grant closeout documentation.
Coordinates contractor capacity-building activities including identifying and scheduling lead- safe training opportunities and supporting workforce development efforts.
Prepares reports, presentations, agenda items, correspondence, and briefing materials for ACCGov leadership, HUD representatives, elected officials, and community stakeholders.
Initiates strategic planning and sustainability efforts related to future lead hazard reduction and healthy homes funding opportunities.
Maintains professional knowledge of program responsibilities, federal regulations, lead hazard reduction strategies, and healthy homes best practices.
Responds to inquiries from residents, contractors, partner agencies, elected officials, and the public regarding program activities and services.
Performs other related duties as required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of lead hazard reduction strategies, healthy homes principles, childhood lead poisoning prevention, and housing rehabilitation activities.
Knowledge of federal regulations governing HUD-funded programs including:
Lead Hazard Reduction Capacity Building, Lead Hazard Reduction, Healthy Homes, HOME, CDBG, and related federal grant programs.
Knowledge of project management principles, grant administration, procurement standards, contract management, and compliance monitoring.
Knowledge of community engagement strategies, partnership development practices, and public outreach methods.
Knowledge of database management, recordkeeping systems, and reporting requirements. Knowledge of strategic planning and performance management principles.
Ability to coordinate multiple projects, assignments, and priorities simultaneously.
Ability to communicate and interact clearly and effectively with staff, contractors, subrecipients, elected officials, partner agencies, the public and community members.
Ability to prepare and maintain detailed records, reports, budgets, presentations, and grant documentation.
Ability to interpret and apply federal regulations, policies, grant requirements, and departmental procedures.
Ability to develop and implement long-term goals for the department.
Ability to analyze program performance and recommend operational improvements.
Ability to develop and administer policies, procedures, plans, and activities and monitor progress toward established goals.
Ability to assemble information and communicate clearly and concisely both verbally and in writing.
Ability to utilize computer software and technology applications necessary for program administration and reporting.
Ability to plan, organize, prioritize, and complete assignments with limited supervision.
Supplemental Information
(ADA) MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS OR STANDARDS REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be physically able to operate a variety of machinery and equipment including computers, calculators, typewriters, and other office equipment. Must be able to use body members to work, move or carry objects or materials. Must be able to exert up to twenty pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to ten pounds of force frequently. Physical demand requirements are at levels of those for sedentary work.
DATA CONCEPTION: Requires the ability to compare and or judge the readily observable functional, structural, or compositional characteristics (whether similar to or divergent from obvious standards) of data, people, or things.
INTERPERSONAL COMMUNICATION: Requires the ability to speak and/or signal people to convey or exchange information. Includes giving and receiving assignments and/or directions to co-workers and assistants as well as from supervisors.
LANGUAGE ABILITY: Requires ability to read a variety of reports, financial statements, balance sheets, reimbursement requests, vouchers, journal entry requests, and informational documentation, directions, instructions, and methods and procedures. Requires the ability to prepare financial statements, balance sheets, schedules and graphs, tax reports, bank reconciliations, etc., using prescribed formats and conforming to all rules of punctuation, grammar, diction, and style. Requires the ability to speak to people with poise, voice control, and confidence.
INTELLIGENCE: Requires the ability to learn and understand complex principles and techniques; to acquire and be able to expound on knowledge of topics related to primary occupation; and to make independent judgment in the absence of management.
VERBAL APTITUDE: Requires the ability to record and deliver information, to explain procedures, and to follow oral and written instructions. Must be able to communicate effectively and efficiently in a variety of administrative, technical or professional languages including engineering, legal, counseling and accounting terminology.
NUMERICAL APTITUDE: Requires the ability to utilize mathematical formulas; add and subtract totals; multiply and divide; utilize and determine percentages; interpret graphs; compute discounts, interest, profit and loss, ratio and proportion; perform statistical calculations.
FORM/SPATIAL APTITUDE: Requires the ability to inspect items for proper length, width, and shape, visually with a computer, adding machine, copier, fax machine and typewriter.
MOTOR COORDINATION: May require the ability to coordinate hands and eyes in using a computer, adding machine, copier, fax machine and typewriter.
MANUAL DEXTERITY: Requires the ability to handle a variety of items such as a computer, adding machine, copier, fax machine and typewriter. Must have the ability to use one hand for twisting or turning motion while coordinating other hand with different activities. Must have minimal levels of eye/hand/foot coordination.
COLOR DISCRIMINATION: May require the ability to differentiate between colors and shades of color.
INTERPERSONAL TEMPERAMENT: Requires the ability to deal with people beyond giving and receiving instructions. Must be adaptable to performing under considerable stress when confronted with an emergency.
PHYSICAL COMMUNICATION: Requires the ability to talk and/or hear: (Talking - expressing or exchanging ideas by means of spoken words). (Hearing - perceiving nature of sounds by ear). Must be able to communicate via telephone.
ACCGov is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. ACCGov is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, contact Leah Jagatic, HR Coordinator, Human Resources, 762-400-6370 or leah.jagatic@accgov.com.
Total compensation at the Unified Government includes a comprehensive set of benefits, a well-established culture of wellness, and a secure retirement that set us apart as a stable Employer of Choice where you can serve and make a difference in the community.
Our Benefits program is designed to support every aspect of our employees' lives, from physical and emotional to social and financial.
Along with their salary, employees receive a variety of comprehensive benefits as part of their total compensation.
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Employer Unified Government of Athens-Clarke County
Address 375 Satula Avenue
Human Resources Department
Athens, Georgia, 30601
Phone 706-613-3090
Website http://www.accgov.com