Housing Program Manager

City of Westminster•Westminster, CA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Westminster is seeking a Housing Program Manager to lead housing programs, community development initiatives, and grant-funded projects. The position manages affordable housing programs, Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HUD grant functions, and supports current and long-range planning. The manager works closely with the Director of Community Development, builds partnerships, and guides assigned staff. The position is scheduled for a 5% increase effective January 2027. The role plans, manages, and administers housing programs and projects; develops and monitors budgets, procedures, and program performance; oversees staff; prepares reports and presentations for City bodies; administers affordable housing projects and CDBG and HOME programs; and prepares and monitors grant applications. It also supports the Director, oversees housing compliance plans, conducts studies, coordinates community partnerships, manages consultant procurement and contracts, and supervises housing assistance loan processing, counseling, and field inspections. The typical qualification is a bachelor’s degree in planning, public or business administration, or a related field, plus five years of progressively responsible public-sector experience in housing development and neighborhood improvement, including two years of supervisory experience and two years working with CDBG and Redevelopment Housing Set-Aside programs. A master’s degree is preferred. A valid driver’s license or the ability to arrange timely transportation for field travel may be required for some assignments.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in planning, public or business administration, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
Five years of progressively responsible public-sector experience in housing development and neighborhood improvement.
Two years of supervisory experience.
Two years of experience with CDBG and Redevelopment Housing Set-Aside programs.
Knowledge of administrative principles and practices, including program development, implementation, evaluation, project management, and staff supervision.
Knowledge of budget administration and procedures for planning, implementing, and maintaining housing programs through community participation.
Knowledge of land-use planning, tax increment financing, affordable housing financing, and affordable housing program and project development.
Knowledge of real estate economics, financing methods and sources, loan underwriting, escrow closing, and recordation procedures.
Knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations related to housing programs, including California Community Redevelopment Law, HUD, CDBG, and HOME requirements.
Knowledge of employee supervision, contract administration, program evaluation, organizational practices, record keeping, and modern office practices and computer applications.
Ability to manage complex projects on time and within budget; plan, assign, review, and evaluate staff work; and improve operational procedures and policies.
Ability to develop and coordinate housing programs suited to community and City needs, research service delivery methods, and prepare clear written materials and technical reports.
Ability to interpret and ensure compliance with applicable policies, laws, and regulations; represent the City and department effectively; and maintain positive working relationships.
Ability to organize and prioritize multiple tasks, meet deadlines, operate modern office equipment and specialized software, and communicate effectively in English.
A valid driver’s license, or the ability to arrange necessary and timely transportation for field travel, may be required for some assignments.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree.

Responsibilities

Plan, manage, and administer housing program services and project activities, including affordable housing, CDBG, and HUD grant functions.
Participate in developing and implementing program goals, objectives, policies, and priorities.
Participate in developing and administering the department budget.
Develop and standardize procedures, monitor program efficiency and effectiveness, assess workloads and support systems, and recommend improvements to the Director.
Select, train, motivate, and evaluate assigned staff; coordinate staff training; address performance issues; direct work plans and assignments; and review work products and procedures.
Develop reports about housing programs and operations, and prepare and present reports and agenda items to the City Council, Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency Board, and other commissions, committees, and boards.
Manage and monitor affordable housing programs and assisted housing projects, including developing programs, negotiating agreements, administering funding, and monitoring compliance.
Administer and oversee CDBG and HOME program budgets, approve and monitor expenditures, and administer draw-down requests through the Federal IDIS system in coordination with Finance.
Prepare grant applications and monitor grant procedures for compliance with applicable requirements.
Provide complex staff assistance to the Director of Community Development.
Oversee preparation of the Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency’s five- and ten-year housing compliance plans.
Conduct organizational, investigative, and operational studies and recommend program, policy, or procedure modifications.
Advise and serve as liaison to citizen committees, community partners, and volunteers; build partnerships and coalitions.
Maintain cooperative relationships with business leaders, developers, organizations, public agencies, private agencies, and the public to promote housing programs.
Develop consultant requests for proposals, evaluate proposals, recommend contract awards, negotiate agreements, and administer contracts.
Supervise and coordinate housing assistance loan processing, counseling, and field inspections.
Monitor regulatory and technology changes that may affect operations and implement approved policy and procedural changes.
Perform other duties as assigned.