Chief Planner

Hawaii Housing Finance And Development Corporation • Honolulu, HI

390d • $160,000 - $160,000

About The Position

The Chief Planner at the Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation (HHFDC) is responsible for leading the Planning, Evaluation, and Compliance Branch. This role involves overseeing housing and land use planning functions, managing the real property portfolio, ensuring compliance with federal and state requirements, and coordinating legislative and fair housing activities. The Chief Planner will supervise branch staff and contribute to policy and administrative decision-making processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in urban or regional planning, public administration, real estate, economics, business, or related fields.
• Five years of progressively complex responsible experience in research and analysis for planning and policy formulation.
• Knowledge of public planning principles and practices, including socio-economic research methods.
• Experience in real property management and understanding of real estate market trends.
• Three years of professional supervisory experience.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with government programs and functions.
• Effective public relations skills.
• Strong speaking and writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Planning, Evaluation, and Compliance Branch of HHFDC.
• Manage HHFDC's real property portfolio and compliance monitoring activities.
• Coordinate legislative and fair housing activities.
• Provide planning, evaluation, legislative, and administrative rule-making support.
• Supervise staff within the Planning, Evaluation, and Compliance Branch.

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree