Senior Advisor, Mitchell-Lama Oversight and Policy for the Executive Office of Asset and Property Management

City of New York•New York, NY

10d•$62,868 - $97,593

About The Position

The Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) is the nation's largest municipal housing agency, responsible for building and preserving affordable housing, protecting tenants, and holding landlords accountable across New York City. HPD is committed to making New York City a more affordable place for renters and homeowners. The Office of Asset and Property Management (APM) leads the agency’s efforts to protect the City’s investment in affordable housing and ensure that properties remain stable, financially sound, and affordable over the long term. APM actively monitors the performance and regulatory compliance of projects sponsored, supervised, and owned by the City, while also connecting individuals and families to affordable housing opportunities. APM is composed of three divisions: Asset Management, Property Management, and Housing Supervision. The Senior Advisor Mitchell-Lama will serve as a key policy and oversight resource to the APM Executive Office, ensuring executive leadership has a clear understanding of significant issues affecting the Mitchell-Lama portfolio. The role will strengthen accountability, promote consistency in decision-making, identify systemic risks, and recommend policy solutions to protect residents and preserve Mitchell-Lama housing.

Requirements

A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and two years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties described above; or
High school graduation or equivalent and six years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties as described above; or
Education and/or experience which is equivalent to '1' or '2' above. However, all candidates must have at least one year of experience as described in '1' above.

Nice To Haves

A master’s degree in public policy, public administration, urban planning, housing, law, business administration, or a related field is preferred.
At least five years of progressively responsible experience in affordable housing, government oversight, regulatory compliance, public policy, housing law, program evaluation, auditing, or a related field.
Experience involving Mitchell-Lama housing or another regulated affordable housing portfolio is strongly preferred.
Extensive knowledge of Mitchell-Lama housing, affordable housing regulation, preservation policy, or publicly assisted housing programs.
Strong understanding of City and State housing laws, rules, regulations, and administrative processes.
Demonstrated experience conducting policy analysis, program oversight, regulatory review, investigations, audits, or performance assessments.
Ability to independently evaluate complex matters and develop clear, practical, and defensible recommendations.
Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills, including the ability to identify systemic issues beyond individual cases.
Experience interpreting legislation, regulations, regulatory agreements, agency policies, and legal or administrative guidance.
Exceptional writing skills, including experience preparing policy memoranda, executive briefings, reports, findings, and recommendations.
Strong judgment and discretion when handling confidential, sensitive, or high-profile matters.
Ability to work across organizational boundaries and engage effectively with executive leadership, program staff, attorneys, elected officials, residents, and external stakeholders.
Experience using data, performance measures, audits, and trend analysis to support policy and oversight decisions.
Ability to manage multiple complex assignments and respond effectively to changing executive priorities.
Commitment to affordable housing preservation, public accountability, equitable policy implementation, and resident protections.

Responsibilities

Provide executive-level advice and policy recommendations concerning Mitchell-Lama oversight, regulation, governance, and preservation.
Conduct independent reviews of policies, procedures, practices, and significant cases affecting the Mitchell-Lama portfolio.
Assess whether Mitchell-Lama oversight activities are consistent, effective, transparent, and aligned with applicable laws, rules, regulations, and agency priorities.
Identify systemic compliance, governance, financial, physical, operational, and affordability risks requiring executive attention.
Monitor major issues, trends, and emerging risks across the Mitchell-Lama portfolio and prepare recommendations for APM leadership.
Review complex or sensitive matters involving Mitchell-Lama developments, Boards of Directors, managing agents, residents, waiting lists, admissions, succession rights, privatization, dissolution, refinancing, or affordability restrictions.
Evaluate existing Mitchell-Lama policies and recommend revisions, clarifications, or new policy development where gaps or inconsistencies exist.
Research and analyze proposed legislation, regulatory amendments, court decisions, and governmental actions affecting Mitchell-Lama housing.
Develop legislative, regulatory, and administrative recommendations that strengthen oversight, preserve affordability, improve enforcement, and support resident protections.
Coordinate with Housing Supervision and other APM divisions to review the implementation and effectiveness of Mitchell-Lama policies and executive directives.
Monitor corrective action plans, audit findings, compliance reviews, and other matters requiring follow-up by the APM Executive Office.
Establish methods for tracking significant Mitchell-Lama risks, policy decisions, executive commitments, and unresolved oversight matters.
Prepare executive briefings, policy memoranda, issue papers, presentations, talking points, and recommendations for senior leadership.
Support the development of performance measures, reporting tools, dashboards, and other mechanisms that improve executive visibility into the Mitchell-Lama portfolio.
Review data and program information to identify trends, disparities, recurring concerns, and opportunities for policy or regulatory intervention.
Facilitate cross-divisional discussions concerning complex Mitchell-Lama policy and oversight matters.
Represent the APM Executive Office at internal and external meetings concerning Mitchell-Lama policy, legislation, regulation, preservation, and oversight.
Engage with City and State agencies, elected officials, Boards of Directors, managing agents, resident organizations, advocates, and other stakeholders on significant Mitchell-Lama matters.
Promote policies that support fairness, transparency, accountability, long-term affordability, and improved resident outcomes.
Perform special reviews, policy assignments, and strategic projects at the direction of APM executive leadership.