Job Posting for Associate Director at Virginia Dept of Housing and Comm Dev
The Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD), Division of Community Development and Housing (CD & Housing), seeks a dynamic and experienced leader to provide strategic management and program implementation directed to providing affordable housing for low-income and special needs citizens and others who cannot find adequate housing resources within the mainstream housing market.
The Division of CD & Housing provides a policy, administration and implementation framework for a range of housing development, preservation and service programs. These programs provide targeted assistance to communities and populations across the Commonwealth with a focus on meeting the housing needs of distressed areas, special needs populations and lower income citizens. Areas of emphasis include affordable housing (homeownership and rental opportunities), housing preservation and meeting the housing requirements of special needs populations. Program assistance includes financial support in the form of loans and grants and planning and technical assistance.
This position is specifically responsible for supervising operations of programs targeted to affordable housing production, preservation and development. This position is responsible for managing and implementing the Commonwealth’s federally funded HOME Investment Partnership program, State and National Housing Trust Funds, the Weatherization Assistance Program, and other state and federally funded affordable housing production and preservation efforts. This position is responsible for effectively managing human and fiscal resources to ensure successful outcomes for these programs and initiatives. This position is responsible for implementing these programs and initiatives in accordance with federal, state, and agency regulations, policies, and procedures and in a manner that will result in the maximum benefit to the citizens of the Commonwealth.
The Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) is committed to creating safe, affordable and prosperous communities to live, work and do business in Virginia.
Minimum Qualifications
Considerable knowledge of state and federal housing programs and policies related to affordable housing production, development and preservation.
Considerable knowledge and experience in the administration of housing-related loans and grants and housing finance techniques.
Considerable knowledge and experience in effectively managing program budgets.
Proven ability to effectively organize and supervise the work of a professional staff and to facilitate staff development.
Ability to interpret and apply program policies and regulations in a wide variety of conditions and settings.
Ability to analyze data and program outcomes and apply findings to program improvements and innovations.
Significant problem solving abilities and capacity to apply problem solving to program specific situations.
Considerable ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with a diverse client base.
Preferred Qualifications
Degree in Urban and Regional Planning, Community Development, Public Administration, Human Services, Business Administration or related field. An equivalent combination of training and experience may be considered in lieu of education.
Experience in managing programs, personnel supervision and managing fiscal resources.
Knowledge of the federal Community Planning and Development (CPD) programs and Weatherization Assistance Program.
HOME Investment Partnerships certification desirable.
Knowledge of state budget.
Special Requirements
Employment is contingent upon satisfactory results of a state and federal criminal history background check, employment reference check and E-Verify. Other financial, credit, driving, or other background checks prior to employment may be required for certain positions. The selected candidate must complete a Statement of Personal Economic Interests as a condition of employment, if applicable (Va. Code § 2.2-3114).
Special Instructions to Applicants
DHCD accepts only on-line applications. Faxed, mailed, or e-mailed applications will not be considered. Applications are accepted until 11:59 p.m. on the job closing date.
It is the policy of the Commonwealth and DHCD that all aspects of human resource management be conducted without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists); sex; color; national origin; religion; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; age; veteran status; political affiliation; disability; genetic information; and pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions.
State agencies must provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process should follow the instructions in the job opportunity announcement. For any part of the remaining hiring process, applicants should contact the hiring agency directly. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. If accommodations are needed with the application and/or interview process, please contact the Human Resources Office at recruitment1@dhcd.virginia.gov.
This website will provide a confirmation of receipt when the application is submitted for consideration. Consideration for an interview is based solely on the information within the application and/or resume. Please refer to your RMS account for the status of your application.
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