Director Of Housing & Community Services

County of Napa•Napa, CA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Director of Housing & Community Services is responsible for the overall management and administration of the Department of Housing & Community Services overseeing the Affordable Housing, Homeless Programs and Housing Authority (Farmworker Centers) Divisions, including development of the department’s objectives and design and implementation of supporting programs, processes, policies, and/or procedures to successfully achieve housing objectives. The incumbent is also responsible for the development, administration, and control of associated budgets. This classification is designated as an "at will" classification.

Requirements

Six years of increasingly responsible experience in housing, community development, real estate development, housing or homeless services, including four years of administrative and supervisory responsibility, preferably in a governmental organization.
A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in public administration, business administration, planning, social work, or a related field.
Possession of a valid California Driver's License.
Any license, certification, or registration required for this position shall be maintained (i.e. active and in good standing) at all times during employment with Napa County.
Must maintain such license, certification, or registration to meet the minimum qualifications of this position for continued employment with Napa County.

Nice To Haves

Mission-driven, systems-level leader with deep expertise in affordable housing, homeless services, and community program administration.
Strong foundation in public administration or a related field.
Hands-on experience managing complex, multi-funded operations and leading high-performing teams.
Comfortable presenting to a Board of Supervisors, negotiating with state agency partners, and leading community conversations with residents.
Program expertise working with special populations including farmworkers, individuals experiencing homelessness, and individuals living with severe housing insecurity.
Fiscal acumen to steward a diverse grant portfolio, manage match requirements, and maintain audit-ready compliance across multiple funding streams.
Policy fluency.
Partnership skills.
Executive presence.
Analytical rigor and genuine commitment to service.
Understanding that housing is infrastructure, and that stable, affordable homes are the foundation of individual and community well-being.
An advanced degree is desirable.

Responsibilities

Overall management and administration of the Department of Housing & Community Services overseeing the Affordable Housing, Homeless Programs and Housing Authority (Farmworker Centers) Divisions.
Development of the department’s objectives and design and implementation of supporting programs, processes, policies, and/or procedures to successfully achieve housing objectives.
Development, administration, and control of associated budgets.
Lead legislative advocacy at the local and state level and represent the County in local, regional and statewide forums.
Cultivate and sustain public-private relationships with nonprofits, healthcare systems, industry partners, and community-based organizations.
Serve as department head and trusted advisor to County leadership, the Board, and external stakeholders.