Director of Housing Programs — Housing Authority of the County of Merced

Position Summary

Provides highly responsible administrative and management duties to all Housing Programs administered by the Housing Authority. Oversees owned and managed properties while ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, personnel management, and fiscal responsibility.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Maintaining positive resident-management relationships
Preparing budget recommendations and operating within fiscal constraints
Overseeing preparation of required fiscal and statistical reports
Consulting with Executive Director on finance, liability, personnel, and policy matters
Directing examinations of resident eligibility, fair market rent, utility allowances, and management activities
Preparing written reports on asset management issues
Monitoring operations to ensure high-quality living environments and regulatory compliance
Establishing departmental staffing levels and service standards
Mentoring and evaluating subordinate staff
Providing staff assistance and serving on committees

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Property management principles and methods
Housing inspection procedures and Housing Quality Standards (HQS)
Federal, state, and local assisted housing laws
Management information systems and supervision principles
Foster collaborative employee/participant relations
Write and speak effectively; lead meetings and training
Analyze problems and identify solutions
Interpret policies and regulations
Select, train, and evaluate staff
Intermediate computer proficiency (Windows, email, Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
Time management and organization
Team building capabilities
Bilingual skills (highly desirable)

Minimum Qualifications

Education

Bachelor's Degree (120+ semester units) in public administration, business administration, urban planning, human services, or related field from an accredited institution. Relevant experience may substitute for up to four years of education.

Experience

Five years of increasingly responsible asset management in property management or comparable business activities. Minimum three years of supervisory experience with administrative asset management responsibilities.

Licenses

Valid California Driver's License (mandatory). Public Housing Manager certification and/or HCV program certifications (or ability to obtain).

Physical Requirements

Satisfactory physical condition verification via pre-employment physical.

Other Requirements

Good moral character demonstrated through background examination. U.S. citizenship or authorized employment status per Immigration and Nationality Act.

Questions About This Position?

Contact Human Resources at (209) 386-4139 or Email: websiteformmail@merced-pha.com