HUD Housing Director

Puyallup Tribe of Indians•Tacoma, WA

About The Position

The Director plans, administers, directs, supervises, and coordinates all phases of Housing Department operations, including operations and maintenance, development, security, and compliance with applicable regulations. The position assesses housing needs and develops strategies and plans to address the needs of the Native American community within the Service Area. It manages housing development programs and budgets and/or monitors the work of qualified specialists. The Director oversees housing programs, staff, finances, construction and development, reporting, and contracts. The position works with Tribal leadership, staff, contractors, and federal, state, and local agencies; represents the Tribe in housing-related matters; and ensures compliance with NAHASDA, Tribal Housing policies, grant requirements, and applicable laws and regulations. The role supervises Housing Department employees and reports to the Administrative Manager.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a related field and five years of experience managing a Tribal Housing Program.
If the education requirements are not met, demonstrate 10 or more years of combined education and related experience and/or training, in addition to the listed experience requirements.
Two years of effective supervisory experience.
Knowledge of principles and methods of administration.
Ability to establish and maintain effective communication with the Board, Council, staff, tenants, and other agencies.
Considerable knowledge of real estate principles.
Working knowledge of government regulations.
Experience reading, writing, and interpreting legal documents.
Strong time-management skills and ability to work well with people at all levels in a customer-service-oriented manner.
Office skills, including typing and personal computer skills using word-processing and spreadsheet software such as Word for Windows and Excel.
Ability to interact tactfully and positively with Tribal Council, government and elected officials, Tribal members, and all levels of staff and management, and to maintain confidentiality.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret professional journals, financial reports, and legal documents; respond to inquiries and complaints; write reports and business correspondence; and present information effectively.
Ability to perform arithmetic and calculate rates, ratios, percentages, areas, circumference, and volume, interpret bar graphs, and apply basic algebra and geometry.
Ability to solve practical problems with limited standardization and interpret written, oral, diagrammatic, or schedule-based instructions.
Valid and unrestricted Washington State driver's license without restrictions that would prevent driving a GSA vehicle.
Acceptable documentation of authorization to work in the United States.
Ability to operate a typewriter, personal computer, multi-line telephone, calculator, facsimile machine, and photocopier.
Ability to read, write, communicate, and interpret information, including legal documents, accurately in English.
Ability to concentrate and consistently produce accurate work.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree (M.S. or M.A.) in a related field.
Intermediate knowledge of plumbing, construction work, development, procurement, and electrical configuration, and ability to read and interpret blueprints.
Knowledge of roofing and security systems.
Housing Management Certification.

Responsibilities

Recommend housing programs and major projects, determine necessary material and personnel resources, manage construction costs, and justify major expenditures.
Supervise, evaluate, mentor, and coach Housing Department managers and staff.
Design and recommend systems, procedures, and forms for housing and employment programs.
Work with outside groups, contractors, and federal, state, and Tribal officials; represent the Housing Department at conferences and meetings.
Execute homeownership agreements, rental assistance contracts, rehabilitation contracts, and low-rent leases.
Approve initial rent and house-payment calculations and review and certify tenants annually for compliance with funding requirements and policies.
Facilitate acquisition of homeownership and low-rental housing units.
Interpret and implement NAHASDA and Tribal Housing policies and procedures.
Review and approve maintenance reports and evaluate monthly reports with personnel.
Review goals annually and update goals and policies to support Indian Housing Plan commitments.
Coordinate reporting and collection of delinquent rent payments, including payback agreements.
Serve as the Tribe's liaison with federal, state, and local housing resources.
Prepare and submit funding applications for additional housing, modernization, and other beneficial programs.
Review and approve Housing Department employee timesheets each pay period.
Identify applicable policies, procedures, legal requirements, and government reporting regulations and ensure compliance.
Represent the Tribe at housing-related hearings and investigations as needed.
Work with the Administrative Manager and Accounting to prepare annual budgets and revisions.
Identify and communicate the Housing Department's financial, personnel, and material needs and challenges to the Administrative Manager.
Facilitate annual audits and monitoring reviews and correct findings in a timely manner, including preparing and implementing corrective action plans when needed.
Prepare and submit final grant and contract closing documents and reports.
Oversee and administer major development and construction projects with the Tribe's Construction Department.
Conduct property site inspections before construction and present findings and recommendations to funding agencies.
Conduct environmental reviews, land surveys, appraisals, and other required property-acquisition documentation.
Serve as the Housing Department's responsible contracting and procurement officer during construction and development, in coordination with the Tribe's Construction and Procurement Departments.
Prepare Indian Housing Plans and Annual Performance Reports for Tribal Council approval; periodically redefine goals and objectives, evaluate progress, and adjust plans and activities for submission to HUD.
Prepare contract requests and administer contracts with federal agencies and private contractors; coordinate legal review and submit contracts to Tribal Council for final approval and signature.
Submit special reports on housing transactions monthly, quarterly, or as required by Tribal Council or funding agencies.
Carry out supervisory responsibilities, including interviewing, hiring, training, assigning and directing work, evaluating performance, recognizing and counseling employees, and resolving complaints and problems.
Participate in the Tribe's vision, mission, and strategic planning processes and convey and model these as requested by Tribal Council.
Develop ethical and professional relationships with vendors and contribute to the Tribe's public image through community relationships and participation.
Contribute to team problem-solving and model and encourage Tribal values.
Perform other duties as assigned.