Assistant Director - Housing
About The Position
The Assistant Director assists in the planning, management, administration, and operations of the Port Gamble S’Klallam Housing Authority under the direction of the Executive Director. Depending on the Executive Director’s discretion, the role may cover all Housing Authority operations or focus on assigned functions such as program management, budgeting, grants, maintenance, or construction. The Assistant Director may act on behalf of the Executive Director when they are absent and may assume the duties of the Housing Construction/Project Manager in that person’s absence. The position supervises Lead Maintenance staff and other assigned employees, coordinates with the Resident Services supervisor, and supports the management and compliance of existing Housing Authority projects and the planning of future projects. It oversees Tribal Hard Dollar grant programs and helps schedule and facilitate financial education for homebuyers. The role also contributes to policy and procedure development, stays informed about developments in public housing, and serves as the first point of contact for tenants and community members. The position is based in Kingston, Washington, with routine remote work of up to one day per week subject to approval by the Executive Director and departmental needs. Local, statewide, and out-of-state travel is required, including occasional travel to trainings.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in public administration or a related field, or commitment to complete the degree within four years of hire.
- At least two years of experience working with Tribal Governments.
- Moderate computer skills.
- Proven ability to resolve complex and difficult issues.
- Ability to assist with preparing reports, grants, and contracts.
- Ability to foster and maintain cooperative working relationships with employees.
- Ability to understand and work with HUD, NAHASDA, LIHTC, and other grant agency requirements and regulations.
- Ability to understand building and code requirements.
- General understanding of Tribal procurement, contracts, inspection requirements, and construction projects.
- Working knowledge of personnel, materials, equipment, and terminology associated with Housing construction projects.
- Ability to multitask and perform under pressure.
- Ability and willingness to travel locally, statewide, and out of state.
Responsibilities
- Assist with planning, management, administration, and operations of the Housing Authority, either across all functions or in assigned areas.
- Supervise Lead Maintenance staff and other employees as assigned by the Executive Director.
- Coordinate staff teams in collaboration with the Resident Services supervisor.
- Oversee and administer Tribal Hard Dollar grant programs.
- Schedule and facilitate financial awareness and education initiatives for homebuyers.
- Assist with management, operation, and compliance of existing Housing Authority projects and planning future projects.
- Assist in forming, analyzing, and evaluating policies and procedures.
- Keep informed about regulations, legislation, and innovations in public housing.
- Act on behalf of the Executive Director or Housing Construction/Project Manager during their absences, as applicable.
- Attend conferences and meetings with the Executive Director and/or Board of Commissioners and with local, state, and federal agencies.
- Serve as the first point of contact for tenants and community members.
- Consult and work with attorneys and consultants on rental lease agreements, homebuyer contracts, and other legal documents.
- Engage with HUD to support compliance with federal rules and regulations.
- Work with tribal grant writers to identify grant opportunities for Housing Authority projects.
- Present issues to the Housing Board of Commissioners and Tribal Council professionally to support decisions and resolutions.
- Prepare clear, concise, professional updates and reports for the Housing Board of Commissioners and funding agencies.
- Track project progress and ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.
- Organize and maintain records consistent with HUD regulations.
- Budget and track expenditures.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
