Senior Director, Affordable Housing Development - Atlanta

National Church Residences•Atlanta, GA

About The Position

National Church Residences is seeking a Senior Director of Affordable Housing Development to lead and expand our Senior Affordable Housing development pipeline in Georgia, with a primary focus on the Atlanta market. This role provides strategic and operational leadership across the full development lifecycle, from deal sourcing and underwriting through entitlements, financing, and closing. The ideal candidate is a strategic planner, self-starter, and relationship builder with deep experience in affordable housing development. Approximately 60% of the role focuses on development execution and 40% on external networking, partnerships, and deal origination. This position directly supervises a small development team and plays a key role in advancing National Church Residences’ mission to expand high-quality, financially sustainable senior affordable housing in core markets.

Requirements

7+ years of experience in affordable housing or multifamily real estate development
Demonstrated LIHTC experience (9% and/or 4%)
Direct people management experience
Strong knowledge of: Affordable housing finance and underwriting Entitlement and zoning processes Budgeting and construction cost analysis
Proven ability to create and negotiate deal terms
Proficiency in Excel, Microsoft Office, and Smartsheet
Strategic thinker with strong execution skills
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with limited oversight
Must live in Georgia and be able to travel up to 20%

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Real Estate, Finance, Urban Planning, Business, or related field
Experience with Cost-Plus / CM at Risk contractor procurement
Background working with cross-functional teams (design, construction, finance, legal)

Responsibilities

Source, evaluate, and advance 2–5 senior affordable housing development opportunities annually
Lead projects from concept through LIHTC application, entitlements, financing, and closing
Successfully close a minimum of two LIHTC transactions per year (9% or 4%), acquisitions, refinances, or other revenue-generating transactions
Prepare and manage financial underwriting, budgets, and pro forma models through board approval
Create, analyze, and negotiate deal summaries, purchase & sale agreements, and key transaction documents
Oversee zoning, entitlement, and approval processes with municipal and state agencies
Manage third-party consultants (architects, engineers, market analysts, attorneys, etc.)
Partner with Pre-Construction to guide design development, construction estimating, and cost-benefit analysis
Track and manage project milestones using Smartsheet and other project management tools
Participate in internal investment committee and strategic planning processes
Build and maintain strong relationships with: Affordable housing owners and developers Government agencies and housing authorities Brokers, lenders, investors, and municipal stakeholders
Represent National Church Residences in community meetings, public hearings, and stakeholder presentations
Identify off-market and strategic development opportunities
Strengthen the organization’s presence and reputation in Georgia’s affordable housing market

Benefits

Medical & Rx – 3 plan options to fit your budget; choose from coverage offered through a Nationwide network for you and your family
Complimented with a Healthcare Flexible Spending Account or Employer funded Health Savings Account
Includes Fertility & Family Building Support, Weight Management, and Chronic Condition Support
Parental Leave paid at 100% for four weeks
Coverage begins first of the month following your date of hire!
Dental & Vision coverage for you and your family with Nationwide providers
Company provided Life & ADD insurance and Disability coverage
Voluntary benefits such as Life & ADD for you and your family, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness, and Pet Coverage
Flexible Spending Accounts for Dependent Care (with company match) and Transportation & Parking
Well-being Programs including an enhanced EAP with mental health and work-life support, tobacco cessation, and Well-Being Your Way which offers up to $1000/year in rewards & reimbursements!
3-4-5 Retirement Program offering immediate company funding at 3%, increasing up to 5% over time and an additional company match up to 5% when you contribute your own funds!
Reimbursement for Tuition expenses
Paid Time Off (PTO) and 9 paid Holidays