Assistant Director

Assistant Director for Federal Programs - Annual Salary Range: $80,000 to $93,500Milford Housing Authority JOB SUMMARYThis is a highly responsible managerial position. The incumbent in this position wouldconsult with and advise the Executive Director on all aspects of housing management andtenant services. The incumbent is also responsible for policies and procedures of tenantcomputations, and the maintenance of appropriate files on all units. Must be acquaintedwith related Federal and State regulations.Shall be responsible for outreach as well as proposals and policies required by HUD toenforce Federal Regulations, in preparing Federal Proposals for new programs and newunits, preparing administration plan, EO Plans, pet policies, utility allowance schedules asneeded. SUPERVISION RECEIVEDThe incumbent works under the broad supervision of the Executive Director. A great dealof supervision is conducted through management meetings when needed, and by review ofreports submitted by the incumbent to the Executive Director. The Executive Director isconsultant on unusual and sensitive situations, and on matters that require top managementinterpretation of policy. SUPERVISION GIVENThe incumbent provides general supervision to clerical subordinate or technician givinginstructions on work procedures and methods to be used. The incumbent is to work withthem in the development of goals and objectives, and the implementation of workprograms designed to attain the same. Supervision is carried out in such a way as toprovide leadership and to motivate the managerial and supervising force properly. QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Qualifications Required: Combination of training, education, experience equivalent to seven to ten years hands onexperience and/or training in Section 8, MRVP, federal and state public housing programsand property management. Must have experience working with Section 8 two-year tool and SEMAP, VMS, EIV andPIC management for both Section 8 and Federal PH, and in development and maintainingSection 8 Administrative Plan, Federal Admissions and Continued Occupancy Plan(ACOP). At least two years of supervisory experience of one to two direct reports, three years ofactual management of Section 8 and related programs outlined in “Responsibilities”section above. Working knowledge of HUD and DHCD and experience working with bothagencies. A Bachelor’s degree in public administration, business or related field of study.Five years of relevant experience may be substituted for formal education.   Special Requirements:   Must possess strong mathematical skills; have excellent oral and written communication;be able to deal with a diverse population and be able to work in a close environment withoffice personnel. A valid Massachusetts Driver's License is required. Milford Housing   Preferred Qualifications: Public Housing Manager (PHM) certification or Massachusetts Public HousingAdministrator Certification (MPHA) through MassNAHRO, or comparable trainingagency as a Housing Specialist in the areas of occupancy, voucher administration, rentcalculation, and/or eligibility is highly desirable. Experience with PHA-Web housingsoftware and implementation of housing software a plus. Bilingual is a plus.