Executive Director Kenosha Housing Authority

City of Kenosha•Kenosha, WI

20h•Onsite

About The Position

The Kenosha Housing Authority (KHA) is a public corporation created by the City of Kenosha to operate housing programs targeted for low-income households, the elderly, and persons with disabilities. KHA administers the Federal Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program for the City of Kenosha, as well as other housing assistance programs, serving over 1,200 families. KHA also promotes homeownership and neighborhood revitalization through home construction and homebuyer assistance. The Housing Authority is a HUD Certified Counseling Agency. The mission of the Housing Authority of the City of Kenosha is to assist very low-income families with safe, decent, and affordable housing opportunities as they strive to achieve self-sufficiency and improve the quality of their lives. The Housing Authority is committed to operating in an efficient, ethical, and professional manner. The Housing Authority will create and maintain partnerships with clients and appropriate community agencies in order to accomplish this mission. Under administrative direction of the City Administrator, this position manages the Housing Authority for the City of Kenosha (KHA). Work involves supervising subordinate personnel in the administration of various housing programs. The incumbent coordinates housing grant programs for first-time home buyers and homeless assistance. Responsibilities include planning, budgeting, staffing, record keeping, training, special projects, report preparation, and monitoring funding sources. Work is reviewed through conferences and written reports for results obtained. Performs other work as requested or assigned.

Requirements

Bachelors Degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in public administration, business administration or a closely related field.
Supplemented by ten (10) years increasingly responsible administrative experience in the development, planning, funding, implementation, grant development and operation of Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher rent assistance programs including five (5) years in a management position.
Or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
Knowledge of operational characteristics, services and activities of a comprehensive public housing program.
Knowledge of organization and management practices as applied to the analysis and evaluation of public housing programs, policies and operational needs.
Knowledge of the principles of supervision, training and performance evaluation.
Knowledge of pertinent federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations.
Knowledge of community organizations and resources.
Knowledge of advanced principles and practices of public housing budget preparation and administration.
Knowledge of the principles and practices of contract administration.
Knowledge of principles and practices of organization, administration and personnel management.
Skill in the use of modern office equipment, computers and applications.
Ability to provide administrative and professional leadership and direction for the assigned areas of responsibility.
Ability to analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions and implement recommendation in support of goals.
Ability to research, analyze and evaluate new service delivery methods, procedures and techniques.
Ability to develop, implement and administer goals, objectives and procedures for providing effective and efficient public housing services.
Ability to allocate limited resources in a cost effective manner.
Ability to interpret and apply federal, state and local policies, procedures, laws and regulations.
Ability to prepare clear and comprehensive written reports on technical and administrative matters.
Ability to prepare and deliver effective presentations.
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work including government officials, community groups, landlords/property managers, the general public and media representatives.
Ability to handle reasonably necessary stress.
Possession of a valid driver's license and a good driving record.
Required to possess a personal vehicle for use on the job.

Responsibilities

Effectively supervises and recommends the hiring, discharge, assignment, evaluation, discipline and adjustment of grievances and subordinate employees.
Plans and prepares monthly board meeting agendas and recommends agenda items.
Plans and conducts sub-committee meetings.
Conducts supervisory inspections.
Schedules and prepares hearings/reviews for program participants/owners.
Prepares reports for programs.
Prepares KHA program budgets.
Implements strategic planning and action plans.
Reviews administrative policies and procedures, recommends appropriate revision.
Supervises the administration of the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher, HOME TBRA and HCRI Programs.
Reviews and approves processed rent, vendor checks, accounts payable checks and contracts.