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Position Summary

The Executive Director is directly responsible to the Northern Regional Housing Authority (NRHA) Board of Commissioners for the management and administration of existing Low-Income Public Housing Programs and any programs as authorized by the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and the NRHA. Work includes making decisions involving policy interpretation or exercising independent judgment within the framework of established policy, procedures, and laws. Performance of the duties requires the application of executive skills, significant public relations and community engagement skills, and the exercise of initiative, tact, and independent judgment. Supervision and accountability of all professional, administrative, and technical staff. All activities must support the NRHA mission, strategic goals, and objectives.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The position duties and responsibilities listed below describe the general nature and scope of work. Other responsibilities, duties, and skills may be required and assigned, as needed.

1. Executes all resolutions and orders of the Board of Commissioners and requirements of the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), preparing and signing contracts, agreements, and other instruments, and organizing administrative and technical staff to carry out programs.
2. Supervises all phases of the Housing Authority’s operations, consulting employees in conference, reviewing records and reports, and periodically inspecting the condition of Authority owned buildings and grounds.
3. Authorizes expenditures, signs checks, maintains budget controls and reviews financial and status reports.
4. Participates in the handling of bids, supervising the advertising and evaluation of proposals received, and making recommendations to the Board of Commissioners concerning the awarding of contracts.
5. Responsible for maintaining all contracts, agreements, documents, and records for the Housing Authority, making sure of the implementation of all phases of operations are on schedule.
6. Provides broad guidance in all stages of project renovation and modernization work done by the Authority.
7. Maintains close level of contact with members of the Board of Commissioners, keeping them informed of current situations and consulting with them as required on matters of policy and operations; arranges for meetings, plans agendas, provides data and study materials.
8. Attends board meetings as a professional member, advising and recommending on policies and matters such as fiscal affairs, construction and modernization of developments, and maintenance of existing properties.
9. Selects, trains, and supervises department head staff; coordinates the selection of other staff members.
10. Stays abreast of public housing matters through careful study of HUD regulations, laws, ordinances, and publications related to public housing.
11. Researches new programs and sources of housing assistance funds; evaluates prospects and makes recommendations to the Board of Commissioners.
12. Consults Authority’s Legal Counsel on new resolutions of the Board, contracts, agreements, or other matters requiring legal interpretation or advice.
13. Reviews and tentatively approves annual budgets and budget revisions prepared by the Authority and submits to the Board of Commissioners and HUD for approval.
14. Maintains positive public relations’ profile by participating in various advisory committees and professional organizations; attends public meetings as the Authority’s representative and prepares news releases as required.
15. Consults with individuals, groups, or agencies to develop health, educational, welfare, and recreational programs for residents, and to sponsor legislation beneficial to the Authority’s interests.
16. Represents the Housing Authority in meetings with HUD representatives, federal, state, and local officials, consultants, residents, and the general public.
17. Supervises and participates in the preparation of federal and other grant applications for funding, researches other sources of funding.
18. As necessary, performs personnel administration duties for the Authority, which include interviewing applicants, recommending applicants for hire, completing performance evaluations, making recommendations for merit increases, counseling, handling disputes, and instigating disciplinary actions.
19. Prepares correspondence about the Board of Commissioners’ actions, broad policy matters, and complex or controversial issues.
20. Maintains contact with various HUD officials at the Field and Regional offices.

Leadership Abilities

The successful candidate will have exceptional leadership abilities, including:

1. Effective communication and interpersonal skills in dealing with residents, commissioners, community partners, elected officials, city, state, and federal partners;
2. Ability to cultivate a positive work environment and inspire staff to the highest levels of excellence;
3. Expertise forging strategic partnerships in the public and private sectors;
4. Keen analytical and problem-solving abilities;
5. Knowledge of HUD public and assisted housing programs, including Operating Subsidy, Capital Fund, asset management, RAD, and mixed-finance development;
6. A competent working knowledge of public housing software programs/systems, HUD systems, business applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook, etc.), and the internet.
7. Experience in affordable housing development using tax credits, tax exempt bonds, private placement financing, etc.
8. Knowledge of local housing markets, government and community participation.
9. Knowledge of federal housing programs and guidelines for grant applications, as well as pertinent knowledge of federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations.
10. Widely recognized for industry expertise and leadership.

Qualifications, Experience & Skills

The ideal candidate will be a strong leader with vision and integrity who will be able to secure and direct resources to meet the long-term goal of sustaining CHA’s performance.

Education

•    A Bachelor’s degree in public administration, business administration, accounting or related field.
•    A Master’s degree is desirable but not required.
•    Public Housing Manager (PHM) certification is required. Qualified candidates may meet the PHM requirement by obtaining certification within six months of employment.

Experience

•    No less than six (6) years of progressively responsible experience administering Low-rent Public Housing and/or Section 8 Programs, including no less than two (2) years as an Executive Director, Deputy or top-level manager, at a PHA.
•    Experience in successfully managing/administering 1) other types of subsidized housing programs and/or 2) other complex entities may be considered.

Skills

• Working knowledge of all HUD regulations affecting PHAs.
• Strong leadership and organizational development skills.
• Effective staff supervision skills.
• Excellent public relations and relationship-building skills.

If you are interested in this exceptional opportunity, please submit a detailed resume immediately to:

Amanda Griego

agriego@northernregional.org

Program Coordinator

Northern Regional Housing Authority