Chief Housing Operations Officer

Oakland Housing Authority • Oakland, CA

124d • $245,999 - $285,284

About The Position

Under the direction of the Executive Director (ED), the Chief Housing Operations Officer is the lead in planning, managing, organizing, and directing the day-to-day operations, services, and housing programs of the Oakland Housing Authority. The Chief Housing Operations Officer is expected to perform administrative, managerial, and technical functions associated with overseeing the activities of the day-to-day management of the operations for specified program areas. This position is responsible for establishing, implementing, and monitoring residential housing and property management policies and procedures to be followed by staff assigned to housing operations, capital improvements, and asset management functions of residential units owned and managed by the Oakland Housing Authority and designated affiliates. This position will also oversee the procurement and contract management of contractors who assist with property operations and property improvements. As a member of the OHA Leadership Team, this position will support and participate in the planning, development, and promotion of the OHA mission and vision and coordinate housing operations and relevant activities with local, state, and federal government agencies. In addition, this position will coordinate OHA policies, programs, and strategic initiatives with other OHA Departments. This position may act as the Executive Director in his/her absence.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Political Science, Finance, Urban Planning, Economics, Public Administration or a related field.
• Ten (10) years industry experience with five (5) years at an executive or senior leadership level in a housing, community development, real estate or related industry.
• Must possess a valid California License and have and maintain an insurable driving record.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual skills in ASL, Mandarin, Cantonese, Vietnamese and/or Spanish are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, supervise, and direct the program, operations, financial and personnel functions for Property Operations including Public Housing, contract managed and Moving to Work housing programs.
• Provide operational direction and leadership to establish and maintain a culture of collaboration, achievement, accountability and outcome focus.
• Strategize and create/update policies to ensure effective program outcomes; coordinate and implement housing programs for successful delivery of services.
• Support and assist the Executive Director (ED) in advancing the implementation and development of goals, objectives, policies and priorities for the Authority’s programs.
• Consult with and advise the Executive Director and leadership on strategies, planning, budgeting, business priorities, and policy matters.
• Represent the Authority and make public presentations to resident, community and neighborhood groups.
• Review, revise, and implement departmental and operations procedures work methods.
• Design and implement community and organizational programs to improve and promote community safety and wellness.
• Maintain continuous lines of communication, keeping the Executive Director informed of all critical issues.
• Monitor department performance and provide advice to management on key planning issues.

Benefits

• $9,461.53 - $10,972.47 biweekly (DOE)
• $245,999.78 - $285,284.22 annually (DOE)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees