HUD-Lead Project Coordinator

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Step into this position for the opportunity to make a

real impact on community health and safety. You\'ll play a vital role in

protecting families while helping to create safer environments for

everyone. As a team leader, HUD-Lead Project Coordinator coordinates

day-to-day operations of a Housing and Urban Development (HUD) funded

lead abatement program to assist in eliminating childhood lead

poisoning. This position is responsible for the implementation,

coordination, and evaluation of program activities. Role

responsibilities include field work, maintaining knowledge of State of

Wisconsin DHS 163 and HUD guidelines, and overseeing and ensuring

compliance of file maintenance, project construction management, and

reporting. This position reports to the Environmental Health Project

Manager. Join our team and make a difference! 2026 Hiring Range:

\$72,961 \$86,858 annually Position Summary and Job Duties Coordinate

and facilitate all activities of the Live Lead Safe Program Provide

leadership and direction to program staff, property owners, lead

abatement contractors and parents to achieve the goals and objectives of

the project Ensure development and accuracy of monthly, quarterly, and

annual reports Monitor grant contract progress, outcomes, and objectives

in order to successfully meet grant benchmarks Monitor program budget

and understand appropriate use of grant funds Develop and maintain

program policies and procedures Work with the outreach team to develop

and maintain marketing and social media presence within the community

Participate in the hiring process of program staff Conduct annual

performance evaluations for each team member Collaborate with internal

programs and external partners Ensure projects remain on track and are

completed in a timely manner and in accordance with all program, State,

and HUD rules and regulations Provide support to program staff and

guidance to property owners, tenants, and contractors Adhere and comply

with policies and procedures of the Federal Health Insurance Portability

and Accountability Act (HIPAA) regarding protected health information

Perform other work as required or assigned Success Factors Knowledge of:

Knowledge of lead-based paint hazard reduction activities and State of

Wisconsin DHS 163 Calibration procedures and proper cleaning and

sterilization techniques Inventory management How to research and learn

new techniques and methods in testing Standard Operating Procedure

processes and how to follow step by step specific instructions Drinking

water and beach water testing methods with the use of reagents and

instrumentation; drinking and beach water contamination and protocols to

follow Microbiology growth medium and how it is used Diagnostic

screening and confirmation testing for communicable diseases Safety

protocols for hazardous and biologically contaminated materials Forensic

science testing methods, particularly in seized drug testing and

toxicology Mechanical aptitude and knowledge to maintain and repair

laboratory equipment General court proceedings Drugs and how to handle

dangerous substances Skill in: Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, and

Access Problem solving Verbal and written communication Basic internet

use Ability to: Effectively interact with sensitivity with persons from

diverse cultural, socioeconomic, educational, racial, ethnic, and

professional backgrounds, and persons of all ages, gender identities,

sexual orientations, and lifestyles Coordinate and manage a complex,

multi-phase project involving field services Understand and communicate

technical concepts as they relate to residential construction,

rehabilitation, lead abatement and research Maintain and enter

information into multiple government data bases Communicate with all

speaking clients and contractors Work respectfully in a diverse and

inclusive environment Job Requirements, Education, Training and

Experience Required Educ tion and Experience Bachelor\'s degree from an

accredited college or university with course work in environmental

health, engineering, public health, urban planning or a closely related

field 1 years of supervisory experience Preferred Education and

Experience Bilingual in English and Spanish with the ability to

communicate fluently with Spanish speaking clients is highly desirable

Experience with residential construction Knowledge of lead-based paint

hazard reduction activities and State of Wisconsin DHS 163 highly

desirable Other Job Requirements Valid driver\'s license and acceptable

driving record Access to a vehicle with active automobile insurance for

use in the performance of the job (mileage reimbursement provided)

Licenses or Certifications Certification as a State of Wisconsin Lead

Risk Assessor, or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire; must be

maintained throughout employment Certification as State of Wisconsin

Lead Abatement Supervisor, or ability to obtain certification within 6

months of hire; must be maintained throughout employment Physical

Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those

that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential

functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable

Individuals With Disabilities To Perform The Essential Functions. The

position involves light physical demands, such as exerting up to 25

pounds of force occasionally, and up to 10 lbs. of force frequently.

Selection Process Application Review - Qualifying Oral Interview -

Qualifying Background Check - Qualifying Drug Screen - Qualifying If you

require accommodations at any point in the selection process because of

a disability, please notify Human Resources in advance for arrangements.

To learn more about the Kenosha County Public Health, please visit:

https://www.kenoshacountywi.gov/297/Public-Health Applications must be

submitted no later than Sunday, December 7, 2025. Kenosha County is a

Wisconsin Retirement System participating employer. Your participation

is required, which includes an employee contribution. The pay grade for

this position is E9 (Min. \$72,961 Max. \$110,756 annually). This

position is located in Kenosha County, a growing community along the

shores of Lake Michigan and less than an hour away from Milwaukee and

Chicago. To see why Kenosha County is a great place to live, work, and

play, visit: https://www.visitkenosha.com/ Thank you for your interest

in employment with Kenosha County! Kenosha County is an equal

opportunity employer. \*\*\*\*\* OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:

Success Factors Knowledge of: Knowledge of lead-based paint hazard

reduction activities and State of Wisconsin DHS 163 Calibration

procedures and proper cleaning and sterilization techniques Inventory

management How to research and learn new techniques and methods in

testing Standard Operating Procedure processes and how to follow step by

step specific instructions Drinking water and beach water testing

methods with the use of reagents and instrumentation; drinking and beach

water contamination and protocols to follow Microbiology growth medium

and how it is used Diagnostic screening and confirmation testing for

communicable diseases Safety protocols for hazardous and biologically

contaminated materials Forensic science testing methods, particularly in

seized drug testing and toxicology Mechanical aptitude and knowledge to

maintain and repair laboratory equipment General court proceedings Drugs

and how to handle dangerous substances 1 years of supervisory

experience \*\*\*\*\* APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online:

www.kenoshacountywi.gov/jobs