Policy Analyst - CDBG-DR
Austin, TX 
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Posted 20 days ago
Job Description

Hill International is seeking a Policy Analyst for its Community Development Block Grant-Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) market for a Texas-based client. The Compliance Analyst is expected to be on-site.


  • Provide guidance and expertise on applicable CDBG-DR program requirements, Federal regulations, and other pertinent policies and understand how they interplay with program design, implementation, and oversight of recovery programs. These regulations and requirements include CDBG-DR, cross-cutting Federal requirements (e.g., environmental review, labor standards, acquisition/relocation, fair housing), duplication of benefits, and others.)
  • Offer guidance on best practices for delivering sustainable, compliant, and resilient housing, buyout, economic revitalization, public services, infrastructure, and planning programs that prioritize low- and moderate- income households.
  • Help refine and improve program procedures and processes for implementation.
  • Provide guidance on regulatory requirements, HUD monitoring expectations, and compliance matters.
  • Provide guidance on Federal regulations (CDBG-DR, cross cutting Federal requirements, Duplication of Benefits, etc.) and translating them into the implementation of the programs.
  • Help refine program procedures and processes for implementation.
  • Work with staff to set up systems, be available to interpret and apply the regulations within the context of these systems.
  • Work with staff to set up and effectively utilize systems and be able to interpret and apply regulations within the context of these systems.
  • Support in the oversight and monitoring of CDBG-DR program activities.
  • Track CDBG-DR activities and report the data in the Disaster Recovery Grant Reporting (DRGR) system.
  • Provide technical assistance to, and oversight of, CDBG-DR subrecipients and other relevant partners.
  • Maintain adequate records of assisted activities sufficient for HUD to determine compliance in accordance with CDBG-DR recordkeeping requirements.
  • Work collaboratively with all program partners and stakeholders to ensure program goals, timelines and performance measures are met.
  • Promote the CDBG-DR program by making presentations, writing reports and updates and conducting and coordinating meetings and other forums.
  • Perform other tasks and responsibilities as assigned; the focus of activities may change depending on the needs of the program.

  • Bachelor's degree in Planning, Public Policy, Government, or a related discipline.
  • 5+ years' disaster recovery experience.
  • 5+ years' of in-depth and hands-on knowledge of the CDBG-DR programs, regulations, and implementation.
  • Full Covid-19 vaccination is recommended. Mandatory vaccinations and proof of vaccination are subject to client requirements, federal, state or local law.

Depending upon your employment status, Hill's comprehensive benefits may include, Medical, Dental, Vision, Employer Paid Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurances, Business Travel Accident Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account, Health Savings Account, Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, Commuter Benefits, Legal Assistance, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, Auto & Home Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Voluntary Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance. Paid Time Off (PTO), Holidays, 401(K) Retirement Savings Plan, Employee Referral Program, Professional Certification Incentive Program, Hill University Learning and Development, Tuition Reimbursement, EAP, Years of Service Awards Program.


Hill International, with more than 3,200 professionals in over 100 offices worldwide, provides program management, project management, construction management, project management oversight, dispute resolution, advisory, facilities management, and other consulting services to clients in a variety of market sectors. Engineering News-Record magazine recently ranked Hill as one of the largest construction management firms in the United States. For more information on Hill, please visit our website at .

Hill is exclusively a program, project, and construction management provider, meaning we have one focus as a company: protecting client interests. Free of any potential conflicts, our entire business is geared towards helping clients achieve their desired outcomes. We are dedicated to exceeding expectations throughout the entire construction project lifecycle and adapt to the needs of each assignment to develop tailored approaches and solutions to meet those needs.

Hill is a proud member of the Global Infrastructure Solutions, Inc. family of companies. Learn more about GISI at .

Hill International is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Minority/Female/Veteran/Disabled

Note: This job description is intended to provide an indication of the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities and other essential functions to be carried out as part of fulfilling the role mentioned in the job title. Various other duties as required.

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Job Summary
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Education
Bachelor's Degree
Required Experience
5+ years
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