Program Analyst - Housing Recovery Programs

Program Analyst - Housing Recovery Programs   

Reports to: Tidal Basin Project Manager 
THIS IS A TEMPORARY EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY 

Position Summary 

The Program Analyst - Housing Recovery Programs supports the client by providing general programmatic oversight of three housing programs – the Rental Assistance Program (RAP), the General Disaster Assistance Program (GDAP), and the Home Repair Program (HRP) – in response to DR-4909-HI (2026 Kona Low Weather Systems, March 10–24, 2026), the April 6, 2026 severe weather event, and the May 22, 2026 Mauna Loa earthquake.  

The position is responsible for monitoring program performance, maintaining program documentation, supporting various stakeholder requests, and coordinating and leading weekly program-progress meetings across all three programs. The team member will also assist with resolving program issues, fielding partner-agency questions, and implementing or revising policies and procedures as determined necessary by client, along with ongoing program tracking for the active duration of all three programs. 

This is a Hawaii project which may require travel.  
 

Job Duties and Responsibilities 

• Support the development, implementation, and maintenance of program policies, procedures, and operational guidance. 

• Monitor program activities to ensure compliance with state, federal, and program-specific requirements. 

• Develop and maintain dashboards, reports, and tracking tools to support program management and decision-making. 

• Assist with preparing reports, presentations, briefings, and other deliverables for program leadership and stakeholders. 

• May supervise assigned project personnel in the delivery of housing programs. 

• Support data integrity, records management, confidentiality, and information security requirements. 

• Assist with resource tracking, workflow monitoring, and program operational planning activities. 

• Follow and ensure adherence to all health and safety guidelines. 

• Perform other duties as assigned. 
   

Skills and Competencies: 

• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills. 

• Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage large amounts of information accurately. 

• Strong written and verbal communication skills. 

• Ability to analyze data and translate findings into actionable recommendations. 

• Experience developing reports, dashboards, and performance metrics. 

• Ability to work independently while supporting a multidisciplinary team. 

• Strong time management skills and ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. 

• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and other data management tools. 
   

Preferred Skills: 

• Familiarity with disaster recovery and housing programs 

• Knowledge of trauma-informed and survivor-centered service delivery models. t
   

Education and Experience: 

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Emergency Management, Data Analytics, Social Sciences, Human Services, or a related field preferred. 

• Minimum of five (5) years of experience supporting program operations, compliance, reporting, disaster recovery and housing programs, or related government-funded initiatives. 

• Experience working with grant-funded, federally funded, or state-administered programs preferred. 

• Experience working with multiple stakeholders, including government agencies, consultants, contractors, and community organizations. 

• Experience managing a team of professionals. 

• Experience working within Hawaii’s state agencies, preferred.   
   

Work Environment: 

• Primarily office or remote work environment with occasional field or stakeholder engagement activities. 

• May require travel throughout Hawaii to support program operations. 

• Local hires are strongly encouraged. 

• May require evening, weekend, or holiday work based on operational needs. 

• Ability to work in a dynamic and evolving disaster recovery environment. 

• Valid driver's license and background screening required. 
   

Pay Range: $48-$57/hour 

Job Description Disclaimer: 

This position description incorporates the job's core responsibilities. It recognizes that other related duties not specifically mentioned might also be performed and that not all responsibilities may be carried out depending on operational needs. 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position. Upon hire, secondary employment and other employment restrictions must be disclosed and approved.