Working Title: Housing Stability Program Manager
Job Class: State Program Administrator Principal
Agency: Housing Finance Agency
Job ID : 95195
Location : St. Paul
Telework Eligible : Yes
Full/Part Time : Full-Time
Regular/Temporary : Limited
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted : 06/30/2026
Closing Date : 07/07/2026
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Housing Finance Agency
Division/Unit : HS Grants Team
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : No
Salary Range: $32.40 - $47.76 / hourly; $67,651 - $99,722 / annually
Classified Status : Unclassified
Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - MAPE
End Date : 3 years Maximum
Supervisor : Lauren Stelter
FLSA Status : Nonexempt
Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes
The position is temporary unclassified position not to exceed 3 years
Eligibility to Bid:
MAPE: You must be in the same job class as this posting, but within a different work unit and must be a permanent classified employee, and not on probation.
Telework (https://mn.gov/mmb-stat/policies/1422-telework.pdf) is available per the State of Minnesota policy.
Candidates residing in Minnesota within 50 miles of our St Paul office may be eligible to telework up to 50%.
Candidates residing in Minnesota and more than 50 miles from our office may be eligible to telework more than 50%.
Candidates residing in Wisconsin within 50 miles of our office may be eligible to telework up to 50%.
Candidates who do not reside in Minnesota or within 50 miles of the office in Wisconsin are not eligible to be hired, unless planning to relocate within 50 miles of the office.
The work you'll do is more than just a job.
At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.
Minnesota Housing is hiring! We're a mission-focused financial institution looking for a Housing Stability Program Manager who will administer grant-based programs across the state to help prevent and end homelessness. The qualified candidate will work with and support community partners including Tribal Nations, non-profit organizations, Continuums of Care regions, Coordinated Entry systems, people with lived experience of homelessness and property owners.
Essential Job Duties
This position will support, administer, implement, and evaluate the Family Homelessness Prevention and Assistance Program (FHPAP), which is funded through state appropriations and delivered through local program administrators.
Collaborate with the team to advance equitable access to services and housing, recognizing that this work occurs within systems shaped by institutional racism.
Acknowledge and address mistakes when they occur, taking responsibility, repairing harm where possible, and using lessons learned to strengthen equity efforts-particularly for Indigenous and Black Minnesotans.
Engage with community partners and individuals with lived experience, using their insights as qualitative data to guide and inform ongoing equity work.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
To be qualified for and considered for this position, applicants must meet all of the minimum qualifications listed below. Ensure that your resume contains descriptions of your work experiences sufficient for comparison against the requirements stated below and indicate the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.
Only applicants whose resumes clearly demonstrate fulfillment of each of these minimum qualifications will be considered for this position.
Three (3) years of experience managing and administering housing programs that focus on preventing and ending homelessness. Examples of applicable programs can include FHPAP, HTF Rental Assistance, Bridges Rental Assistance, Housing Support, Housing Stabilization Services, HUD McKinney-Vento funding.
A Bachelor's degree in Public Affairs, Public Policy, Federal Affairs, Housing, Urban Planning or Business may substitute for 12 months of experience - or - a Master's degree in the listed fields may substitute for 18 months of experience
Experience designing, implementing, and evaluating grant programs.
Comprehensive understanding of the homeless response system, including how property owners, program administrators and stakeholders operate in the environment.
Strong communication skills that have led to the building of successful working relationships with stakeholders such as management, colleagues, and/or the public.
Our employees are dedicated to ensuring cultural responsiveness. Preferred candidates will have a variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.
Experience using Microsoft suite or a comparable group of products.
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge and experience with risk mitigation program models, Family Homeless Prevention and Assistance Program (FHPAP) and the Homework Starts with Home (HSWH) program.
Experience working with property owners, agents and management companies.
Knowledge of Minnesota Housing technology applications, procedures, and Request for Proposal (RFP) processes and the applicability of the Minnesota Office of Grants Management's policies and procedures.
Experience in operating and/or using grant management databases.
Knowledge of and experience working with Minnesota Tribes and counties.
Physical Requirements
Requires moving office items such as file folders and small office tools.
Additional Requirements
This position requires successful completion of the following:
Reference Checks.
Job related background checks.
Conflict of Interest Disclosure.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.
Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.
