Project Development Coordinator

Givens Communities Careers • Asheville, NC

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About The Position

Givens Affordable Communities is hiring a Project Development Coordinator. The Project Development Coordinator must have personal initiative, a high level of organization, resourcefulness, and the ability to work collaboratively with public and private organizations and funders as they coordinate activities related to affordable and middle market senior housing development.

Requirements

• At least 5 years’ experience in real estate development, affordable housing, urban planning, community planning, or related field.
• Strong organizational, financial, and analytical skills
• Ability to research various state, county and municipal requirements, review and/or proofread partnership agreements, promissory notes, escrow instructions, leases, contracts and other typed material for; contextual, grammatical, typographical or spelling errors
• Must possess excellent judgment, a high level of interpersonal skills and ability to handle sensitive or confidential information with a high degree of professional discretion

Nice To Haves

• Fair Housing and Section 504/ADA certification desired, or willing to obtain once hired
• Affordable housing experience is preferred

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the Executive Director of Affordable Communities to evaluate potential new projects in keeping with the Givens mission and strategic plan
• Assist in identifying priorities and political impacts of potential projects on the surrounding area
• Assist in generating budgets and pro forma to evaluate financial feasibility of potential projects
• Provide support in obtaining acquisition, construction and permanent financing for projects including LIHTC, HOME, and other funding applications
• Track invoices and submit construction draws for review in a timely and efficient manner while monitoring the actual and anticipated project sources and use over the construction period
• Develop and maintain relationships with federal, states and local funders, government agencies, community and neighborhood groups, development partners and industry professionals
• Perform any other duties and/or tasks that may be assigned on an as-needed basis by an authorized supervisor

Benefits

• Three major medical health insurance plans to choose from with dental and vision coverage at no additional cost
• Free short-term disability, life insurance, & access to our employee assistance program
• Paid time off (PTO) w/ immediate access to 5 PTO days before your 90 days!
• Referral Bonus Program
• 403(b) retirement plan with up to a 6% matching
• Educational assistance & professional development opportunities
• Flexible spending account (FSA) & access to AFLAC & Prudential Life insurance products

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level