Deputy Director of Housing and Community Development

SOUTHERN MARYLAND TRI-COUNTY COMMUNITY ACTION COMMITTEE INC•Hughesville, MD

3d•$95,069 - $123,594•Hybrid

About The Position

The Deputy Director of Housing and Community Development is responsible for planning, development, financing, implementation, and oversight of affordable housing and community development initiatives throughout Southern Maryland. This position provides leadership for all aspects of affordable housing development, including site acquisition, land development, financing, construction management, regulatory approvals, project implementation, and long-term asset management. The Deputy Director serves as the Agency's lead management official responsible for affordable housing development activities involving the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Program, USDA Rural Development Programs, HOME Investment Partnerships Program, Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding, and other federal, state, local, and private financing sources. The position is responsible for development finance activities, including financial feasibility analysis, predevelopment financing, construction financing, permanent financing, multi-year operating projections, and long-term asset sustainability. The Deputy Director oversees housing counseling services, rental housing operations, property management relationships, Office of Home Energy Programs (OHEP), Emergency Food Programs, maintenance operations, and other assigned community development initiatives. The position assembles and manages development teams, including architects, engineers, contractors, consultants, attorneys, lenders, syndicators, investors, and governmental agencies to ensure the successful completion of housing and community development projects. The Deputy Director assists the President/CEO in the planning, administration, and strategic management of Agency operations. In the absence of the President/CEO, and when designated by the President/CEO or Board of Directors, the Deputy Director may serve as Acting Executive Officer and exercise delegated authority necessary to ensure continuity of Agency operations. The Deputy Director position reports directly to the President/CEO and is accountable for the effective and satisfactory performance of all essential job functions.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in urban or Regional Planning, Real Estate Development, Civil Engineering, Public Administration, Business Administration, Community Development, Finance, or related field.
Minimum five (5) years of experience in urban planning and housing development.
Minimum five (5) years of experience in construction project management, preferably projects valued at $6M or more.
Minimum five (5) years of progressively responsible supervisory or management experience overseeing program staff, contractors, and related services.
Demonstrated experience managing budgets, grants, contracts, funding applications, and long-term development finance activities.
Expertise in Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Program.
Expertise in USDA Rural Development program.
Expertise in HOME Investment Partnerships Program.
Expertise in Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding and other federal, state, local, and private financing sources.
Expertise in Affordable housing development finance.
Expertise in Construction management and project development.
Expertise in Property management and asset management oversight.
Strong Financial Managements Skills: Budgeting preparation and oversight.
Strong Financial Managements Skills: Funding application development.
Strong Financial Managements Skills: Development finance including predevelopment, construction, and permanent financing).
Strong Financial Managements Skills: Long-term financial planning 20+ year proformas.
Strong Financial Managements Skills: Financial feasibility analysis and long-term asset sustainability planning.
Ability to analyze complex issues and develop effective solutions.
Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to prepare reports, presentations, recommendations, and funding documents.
Ability to use Microsoft Office Word, Excel, Outlook, and other software applications for data retrieval, spreadsheet creation, and reporting.
Must always maintain confidentiality.
Demonstrates integrity, accountability, and professionalism.
Exercises sound judgment and discretion when handling sensitive agencies, personnel, financial, and program matters.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Proven ability to build and maintain professional relationships.
Demonstrates leadership, tact, diplomacy, and professionalism.
Ability to represent the Agency before governmental agencies, funding organizations, community stakeholders, and professional organizations as assigned.
Community Development Certification, required within one (1) year of hire.
Valid Maryland Driver's License.
State and Federal Bureau of Investigation Criminal background check.
National Sex Offender Registry Check.
Physical examination and Tuberculin PPD Tine Test at hire and annually.
Pre-employment, random, and post-accident drug and alcohol testing.
Current Certified Driving Record.

Nice To Haves

Experience with nonprofit 501(c) (3) affordable/workforce housing.
Experience with Community Action Agencies and federally funded programs.
Master’s degree in public administration, Business Administration, Community Development, Urban Planning, Real Estate Development, or related field.

Responsibilities

Identify and evaluate sites suitable for affordable housing development.
Establish criteria and production schedules for finished lots and multi-family sites.
Source development opportunities through realtors, landowners, financial institutions, governmental entities, and other channels.
Lead affordable housing development activities involving LIHTC, USDA, HOME, CDBG, and other housing finance programs.
Identify and secure funding for pre-development and site acquisition.
Prepare and submit financing applications.
Maintain relationships with federal, state, local, and private funding sources.
Develop and manage long-term financial projections, including 20+ year proformas.
Oversee revenue streams, including rent collections and program funding.
Coordinate development finance activities, including financial feasibility analysis, predevelopment financing, construction financing, permanent financing, and long-term asset sustainability.
Navigate zoning, subdivision, and environmental regulations, including: Critical areas and wetlands, Road design and infrastructure requirements, Water/sewer allocation and stormwater management.
Coordinate with project engineers and regulatory agencies.
Monitor and ensure timely approval processes.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, local, funder, investor, and program requirements.
Assemble and manage development teams, including architects, engineers, contractors, consultants, attorneys, lenders, syndicators, investors, and governmental agencies.
Negotiate contracts and agreements.
Oversee all phases of construction and development.
Monitor progress, coordinate inspections, and manage disbursement of funds.
Monitor project schedules, budgets, change orders, contractor performance, and project closeout requirements.
Manage housing-related services, including: Rental housing operations, Housing counseling and assistance, Office of Home Energy Program, Emergency Food Assistance Program, Maintenance operations.
Oversee property management agreements and ensure effective rental operations.
Monitor assigned program performance, service outcomes, reporting requirements, and compliance deadlines.
Provide supervision, guidance, and accountability for assigned staff and contractors.
Assist the President/CEO in the planning, administration, and strategic management of Agency operations.
Provide leadership and support on special projects, organizational initiatives, and community partnerships.
Represent the Agency before governmental agencies, funding organizations, community stakeholders, and professional organizations as assigned.
Prepare reports, presentations, and recommendations for the President/CEO, Board of Directors, and funding agencies.
In the absence of the President/CEO, and when designated by the President/CEO or Board of Directors, serve as Acting Executive Officer and exercise delegated authority necessary to ensure continuity of Agency operations.
Perform other duties as assigned.