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Director of Housing and Community Development

The Redevelopment Authority is seeking a new Director for the Department of Housing and Community Development.

Responsibilities:

• Manage a team of five responsible for the administration funding related to affordable housing creation and preservation, community revitalization & blight remediation.
• Oversee annual allocations of HOME funding and prepare required loan & settlement documents.
• Organize community outreach efforts to ensure project support.
• Provide technical assistance as needed to funding applicants.
• Acts as project manager for major cross-departmental projects and initiatives related to housing and homelessness, including coordination with construction partners.
• Master’s degree in planning, architecture, public administration or related, or 4-10 years relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

If you think you'd be the right fit for this role please view the listing on Indeed to find information including a full list of responsibilities, details about compensation and benefits, and how to apply!

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