Housing Services Director - Albuquerque Housing Authority

Albuquerque Housing Authority (AHA) is seeking a full-time Housing Services Director. Apply at https://abqha.isolvedhire.com/jobs/ **RESUMES NOT ACCEPTED IN LIEU OF APPLICATION**

The largest housing authority in the State of New Mexico is looking for energetic, conscientious and detail oriented individuals who enjoy making a difference, being part of a team and takes pride in their career to work in our fast paced office.

HOUSING SERVICES DIRECTOR

Compensation: $76,594 - $94,201 annually based on experience

Closing Date/Time: Until filled

POSITION FUNCTION SUMMARY:

Under administrative direction, assumes operational responsibility and accountability for overall management of housing services programming including housing voucher programs, housing inspections, service coordination, resident services and self-sufficiency programs; carries out the policies established by the Board; serves as an advisor and provides highly responsible and complex management support to the Executive Director in strategic planning and executing the long-term vision of the agency including objectives related to housing assistance programs and resident empowerment programs; fosters positive relationships with federal, state, and local governments and officials, private and non-profit agencies, Authority residents, clients and vendors, and the community at large; coordinates assigned activities with other divisions, departments and outside agencies; and performs related duties, as assigned.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives administrative direction from the Executive Director. Exercises general direction and supervision over management, supervisory, professional, and administrative support staff through subordinate levels of supervision.

Education and Experience:

Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:

Equivalent to a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in business or public administration, urban planning, social science, finance, or a related field and five (5) years of increasingly responsible professional experience in business operations management, including experience in managing and administering housing assistance, community development, and social services programs in an administrative or managerial capacity, and supervisory experience.

Licenses and Certifications:

Possession of, or the ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid New Mexico driver's license upon appointment. Must have and maintain an Albuquerque Housing Authority insurable driving record.

Language Requirements:

Ability to read and write English in order to understand and interpret written procedures and technical manuals. This includes the ability to give and receive instructions in written and verbal forms and to effectively present information and respond to questions from vendors, contractors, supervisors, co-workers, residents, and city/county agencies.

We offer competitive compensation and very attractive fringe benefits including medical (including gym membership), dental, vision, 10 paid holidays, paid leave, PERA pension, free basic life insurance, volunteer life, paid STD and LTD, 457 and an employee assistance program.

***RESUMES NOT ACCEPTED IN LIEU OF APPLICATION***