Chief Housing Officer

The Chief Housing Officer leads the housing portfolio and related programs, focusing on homelessness prevention and the maintenance and expansion of stable housing. They ensure the success of housing operations by overseeing fundraising, program development, fiscal management, and stakeholder engagement. Providing strategic direction and management for housing operations, this leadership role demands expertise in public and housing policy, capital raising, public-private partnerships, and the ability to develop and manage diverse projects and programs. Full oversight of the housing portfolio and division is a key responsibility of this role.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide visionary leadership in the development and implementation of strategic plans and policies preservation of affordable or mixed-income housing projects. Ensure alignment with the organization's mission and objectives.
• Plan, coordinate, and execute capital fund-raising initiatives, including grant applications, donor cultivation, and community development financial institutions. Identify and pursue new funding opportunities, partnerships, and revenue streams to ensure the financial sustainability of the organization.
• Oversee the development, implementation, and evaluation of programs and services. Monitor program effectiveness and make recommendations for improvements or changes as needed.
• Provide visionary leadership to inspire and motivate staff, volunteers, and stakeholders toward the achievement of organizational objectives. Oversee the management of housing team employees, ensuring adherence to company policies, procedures, and performance standards. 
• Responsible for ensuring compliance with all local, state, and federal laws and regulations including accurate and timely reporting on the status of properties and programs. 
• Cultivate and maintain positive relationships with key stakeholders, including donors, volunteers, community partners, industry regulators, and government agencies. 
• This position works closely with the Association’s executive leadership team to ensure effective operations, administration, planning, and information dissemination.
• Working closely with Housing Committee and Association staff to identify and promote long-range strategies for all programs under Housing Development and Operations. 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Real Estate, or related field. Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in property management, with at least 5 years in an executive-level role.
• Demonstrated experience in management and operations of affordable housing and all regulatory requirements, including using state, federal and private capital sources of funding. 
• Demonstrated experience in Community Planning and Development. 
• Works well in a team environment; initiative-taking; results-oriented; ability to multi-task and ability to delegate, as necessary. 
• Demonstrated experience working with various homeless or other extremely low-income populations preferred.
• Strong financial acumen and experience in budget management.
• Strong oral and written communication skills, including people skills. 
• Proficient computer skills include word processing and spreadsheet applications such as Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access. Experience with AppFolio, and NetSuite is preferred.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.

WORK CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Work is performed in climate-controlled office setting, were exposure to conditions of extreme. heat/cold, poor ventilation, fumes and gases are unlikely. 
• The noise level is moderate and includes the sounds of normal office equipment.
• No environmental hazards are encountered in the normal performance of job duties. 
• Work requires a flexible work schedule due to internal and external meetings. Occasional overnight travel is required; must have reliable transportation. 
• Physical ability to move twenty-five pounds occasionally.
• Visual and auditory ability to identify and respond to environmental and other hazards of the site and staff behavior.
• Physical mobility and endurance to perform tasks while standing/walking for extended periods of time (60 minutes or more).
• Ability to use office equipment safely and effectively.