Assistant Director - Housing And Community Development

Town of Chapel Hill • Chapel Hill, NC

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About The Position

The Assistant Director will guide the Affordable Housing Division within the Housing & Community Development Department. The role helps plan, organize, and direct division activities, working with a high-performing, energetic, and diverse team to expand housing opportunities and strengthen community wellbeing. The division creates and preserves affordable homes using local and federal funding through strategies such as mixed-income housing, use of town-owned land, gap financing, management of town-owned rental units, and investment in community partners.

The Assistant Director supervises and mentors Affordable Housing staff, manages budgets and funding decisions, ensures compliance with applicable regulations, and leads strategies aligned with the Council’s affordable housing goals and the department’s vision. The position also serves on department and Town-wide senior leadership teams and acts as Director of Housing and Community Development when needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree, or an equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for the duties.
• At least 5 years of experience in affordable housing management, finance, programs, real estate, development, property management, or a closely related field.
• At least 3 years in a supervisory or leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local affordable housing regulations and funding programs.
• Experience with affordable housing development and preservation strategies, including LIHTC and mixed-financing models.
• Skills in staff supervision, team building, and organizational leadership.
• Commitment to public service and strengths in community engagement, project management, and relationship-building with residents, staff, and external partners.
• Ability to manage resources effectively and implement innovative solutions to support housing goals.
• Ability to model and uphold the Town’s Values of RESPECT in interactions and decisions.
• Valid North Carolina driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Subject to the Drug and Alcohol Free Workplace Policy and the Safe Driving and Accident Policy.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in a related field.
• Experience with local government.

Responsibilities

• Build collaboration and relationships, creating effective partnerships within the Town and across the community.
• Organize and manage multiple housing initiatives simultaneously.
• Supervise and mentor Affordable Housing staff, including assigning work, conducting performance evaluations, and supporting professional development.
• Develop, monitor, and manage Affordable Housing budgets and funding decisions, ensuring fiscal responsibility and compliance with funding requirements.
• Ensure adherence to HUD regulations and applicable federal, state, and local laws and policies.
• Lead development and implementation of strategies and plans aligned with the Council’s affordable housing goals and the department’s vision.
• Serve as an active member of the Department and Town-wide Senior Leadership Teams.
• Serve as Acting Director of Housing and Community Development as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior