Housing and Community Development Executive Director

Puyallup Tribe of Indians•Tacoma, WA

23h

About The Position

The Community Development Executive Director provides leadership and management control of the Community Development Division, setting and implementing the direction, goals, and objectives of its departments. The role is responsible for effective and efficient department services and access to quality housing opportunities for Tribal community members. The Executive Director works closely with the Tribal Council and Administration to interpret and implement approved decisions related to the Division. The position provides strategic and operational oversight, supports department directors and managers, monitors budgets and compliance, and maintains relationships with Tribal, local, state, and federal partners. It oversees housing property management and maintenance, departmental audits and corrective actions, and the creation and compliance of agreements involving Tribal departments, entities, and local governments. The position reports to the Administrative Manager and may be required to telework depending on organizational needs. Work is primarily office-based, with some field work and occasional travel.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or master’s degree from a four-year college or university in Housing, Urban Planning, Community Planning, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and management experience or training.
Six years of experience and/or training in a senior management capacity managing subordinate program supervisors, or equivalent education and management experience or training overseeing departments or programs.
Demonstrated experience managing a departmental budget.
Demonstrated knowledge of grant management.
Intermediate knowledge and experience with computer applications, including word processing, spreadsheets, and databases.
Strong writing and organizational skills.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret complex documents and respond effectively to sensitive inquiries or complaints.
Ability to write speeches and articles using original or innovative techniques or style, and to deliver effective, persuasive speeches and presentations to senior management, public groups, or boards of directors.
Ability to apply mathematical concepts and practical calculations, including fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions.
Ability to apply logical or scientific reasoning to complex practical problems and work with abstract and concrete variables.
Ability to adjust to and work within a Tribal governmental structure and function effectively in a stressful environment with high work volume and complaint resolution.
Customer service skills.
Keep informed about changes and innovations in housing policy and operations.
Maintain a valid, unrestricted Washington State driver’s license without restrictions that would prevent driving a GSA vehicle.
Participate in developing the Puyallup Tribe of Indians’ vision, mission, and strategic direction.
Develop and maintain ethical and professional relationships and a favorable public image for the Tribe through community, civic, industry, and professional participation.
Successfully pass a criminal background check before employment and periodically throughout employment.
Willingness to attend professional development training.
Ability to comply with the Telework Agreement, Telework Policy, and work expectations if required to telework.

Responsibilities

Represent the Community Development Division and establish and promote its mission and direction.
Ensure departments comply with applicable codes, policies, procedures, and federal law.
Provide administrative technical assistance, leadership, and supervision to Community Development departments.
Assist program directors in establishing departmental goals and objectives for the Annual Operations Plan and support teamwork strategies.
Conduct strategic planning for the Division and Tribe in line with Tribal Council priorities.
Review changes in federal and state laws and Tribal code that could affect service delivery.
Build relationships at the state and federal levels and advocate for department and program services.
Prepare, plan, and monitor department budgets with department directors.
Create and ensure compliance with memoranda of agreement or understanding between Tribal departments, the Tribe and Tribal entities, and the Tribe and local governments.
Maintain effective internal and external communications.
Enable departments to make decisions, organize, design programs, prioritize, and delegate tasks; monitor and review departments to improve effectiveness and efficiency.
Oversee management and maintenance of housing properties to support a high degree of livability for community members.
Facilitate regular Community Development Division Department Director meetings.
Notify the Administrative Manager and Tribal Council of policy concerns and recommend revisions or direction arising from housing or community development issues.
Approve department directors’ expenditure requests for compliance with Tribal, state, and federal regulations and grant restrictions.
Participate in and monitor internal and external departmental audits and implement necessary corrective actions.
Complete projects assigned by the Administrative Manager or Tribal Council.
Stay current in areas of responsibility by attending executive-level meetings, trainings, and workshops as needed.
Manage assigned directors and managers; oversee the Division’s direction, coordination, and evaluation, including hiring, training, work assignment, performance appraisal, discipline, and complaint resolution.
Perform other duties as assigned.