Housing Director

New Hope Services • Jeffersonville, IN

372d • $80,000 - $90,000

About The Position

The Housing Director at New Hope Services Inc. is responsible for overseeing the development of permanent affordable housing projects, managing funding applications, and securing future housing sites. This role involves collaboration with various stakeholders, project management, and ensuring that all developments align with the agency's mission and financial goals.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a related field and relevant work experience or graduate level coursework.
• Minimum of 3 years of direct experience with HOME & RHTC specific affordable housing development projects.
• Knowledgeable in all facets of the development process, including permitting, contractor selection, and financial analysis.
• Familiarity with federal, state, and municipal RFPs and contracts.
• Excellent relational skills and cultural competency to engage a diverse community.
• Strong project management skills and experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including public speaking.
• Ability to work in a team-oriented environment and independently manage multiple priorities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Commitment to serving the needs of those experiencing homelessness.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in community-based development and resident participation in affordable housing.
• Proven experience working with time-sensitive material.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the property development process from initial project concept through construction completion.
• Develop and foster effective relationships with third parties including consultants, public funders, private lenders, architects, and construction managers.
• Manage all project design, development, and construction-related work, supervising architects, engineers, and contractors.
• Identify potential development sites and build support for their development.
• Manage predevelopment activities and project financing tasks for development projects.
• Manage development bidding/pricing processes for project budgets.
• Prepare funding applications and coordinate work to obtain project financing through public funding programs.
• Provide project management support to advance housing projects and initiatives, ensuring communication throughout the construction process.
• Supervise the housing development process from inception to completion, ensuring alignment with the agency's mission and financial goals.
• Work with the CFO to ensure appropriate insurance is obtained and maintained on all properties.
• Collaborate with the Property Management Company to ensure ongoing operations and management of all properties.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Short-Term Disability (STD)
• Long-Term Disability (LTD)
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Accident & Critical Illness Insurance
• 401k with annual company match
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Sick Time
• Paid Personal Days
• Paid Holidays
• Cell phone reimbursement stipend

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Social Assistance
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree