What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Applications Manager, RED position at CHN Housing Partners?
CHN HOUSING PARTNERS
Senior Applications Manager, RED
We are a growing non-profit organization based in Cleveland, Ohio that offers its employees a comprehensive benefits package, opportunities to grow within the organization, and the ability to improve the communities we serve.
CHN Housing Partners: CHN is a highly seasoned, nonprofit affordable housing developer, housing service provider and residential mortgage lender that works with its partners to solve major housing challenges for low-income people and under-served communities. Through our partnerships we have developed over 7,000 affordable homes, and each year serve over 60,000 families through a wide array of housing services.
We work in Ohio and neighboring states, including Michigan, to preserve and expand affordable housing, and build equitable communities. By investing in affordable housing, we are investing in families, communities, and the economy. We are investing in the power of the permanent address.
Please click here to learn more about our Core Values and how they drive our mission and define who we are.
CHN offers the following benefits to its employees: Medical (including dental and vision options), Vacation, Personal and Sick Leave; Paid Maternity/Paternity/Adoption Leave; Paid Holidays; Life Insurance; 401K Plan, and Tuition Reimbursement.
Position Summary: The Senior Applications Manager, RED (Real Estate Development) will lead the preparation and submission of funding applications for LIHTC, Tax-exempt Bonds, HUD, FHLB AHP, and other Federal, State and Local affordable housing resources.
This individual will ensure the accuracy, quality, and competitiveness of applications, coordinate RED team members, track critical deadlines, and ensure quality control and compliance with state Qualified Allocation Plans (QAPs) and other funding guidelines. The Senior Applications Manager, RED will report to the Vice President of Real Estate Development and work closely with other team members to secure the necessary resources to achieve our mission of achieving the “Power of a Permanent Address”.
A comprehensive list of essential duties and responsibilities can be found below.
Pay rate available upon request.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
Applications Schedule & Submission
- Lead the preparation, review, and submission of LIHTC, Bond, HUD, FHLB AHP and other Federal, State and Local affordable housing applications across CHN’s markets, ensuring compliance with funding agency requirements.
- Develop, maintain, and report monthly on upcoming application submission deadlines, progress, and capacity needs.
- Develop and maintain comprehensive checklists and tracking tools to ensure all submission components are accurate, complete, and timely.
- Conduct quality control reviews of applications before submission, verifying alignment with state QAPs, and other funding program guidelines, and competitive scoring criteria.
- Identify and mitigate risks related to application scoring and funding feasibility.
- Manage multiple application deadlines simultaneously, ensuring all key milestones are met.
Regulatory & Market Expertise
- Monitor and analyze LIHTC Qualified Allocation Plans (QAPs), other guidelines, funding solicitations (e.g., RFPs, NOFAs), and programmatic changes across CHN’s markets, advising leadership on key developments.
- Work closely with CHN’s Finance, Design & Entitlements, Legal, Property Management, and Construction teams to ensure that funding applications align with project goals and regulatory requirements.
- Engage with funding agencies and other stakeholders to clarify program policies, application scoring methodologies, and emerging funding opportunities.
Collaboration & Training
- Partner with all members of the Real Estate Development team to develop strategic approaches for entering new markets and utilizing alternative financing tools.
- Cultivate and maintain relationships with funding partners, syndicators, lenders, and third-party consultants who contribute to application success.
- Provide guidance and mentorship to development staff on affordable housing financing programs and application best practices.
Other
- Special projects, assigned by the Vice President of RED or Assistant Director, as business needs require.
- Occasional travel throughout Ohio, Michigan, and Pennsylvania may be necessary and reimbursed.
Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:
Required:
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in planning, finance, accounting, construction, project management, or similar field OR equivalent work experience in the field. Advanced degrees preferred.
Experience:
- 5 years of work in affordable housing development with focus on affordable housing financing with LIHTC.
- Experience working with Housing Finance Agencies in Ohio/Michigan/Pennsylvania.
Working Conditions and/or Physical Requirements:
- Ability to perform essential job functions consistent with ADA, FMLA, and other standards.
- Regular and punctual attendance consistent with ADA, FMLA, and other standards.
Why Should You Apply?
- You want to be part of an organization where the work you do will have a positive and lasting difference in the community.
- Great benefits.
- Opportunities for on-the-job training and/or professional development.
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