Cascadia Health
Senior Director of Affordable Housing
Cascadia Health, Portland, Oregon, United States, 97204
Senior Director of Affordable Housing
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Job Overview Location/Schedule:
This position is based at the Lloyd Corporate Plaza, located in NE Portland, OR. The schedule for this position is Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with some nights and weekends possible.
Position:
Senior Director of Affordable Housing
Program:
Housing
Mission:
Cascadia Health delivers whole health care – integrated mental health and addiction services, primary care, and housing – to promote hope and support the well‑being of the communities we serve.
Vision:
We envision a community where everyone benefits from whole health care, experiences well‑being, and has a self‑directed, connected life.
Position Description:
The Senior Director of Affordable Housing will have oversight and responsibility for Cascadia’s administrative and programmatic functions within the housing department. This position is responsible for planning, directing, managing, and implementing Cascadia’s housing development goals, objectives, policies, and priorities. This position must understand, appreciate, and respect the differences within our Cascadia community. As such, it is expected that this position promotes integrated care, our vision of trauma‑informed and person‑first approaches and helps create a work environment of acceptance.
Essential Responsibilities This position description is not intended to be an all‑inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with the position. Management reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties as necessary.
General
Provide high level expertise in management, operation, and compliance for a portfolio of housing and commercial properties.
Oversee the financial performance and physical maintenance of all properties in portfolio, while meeting overarching strategic goals.
Develop and maintain a thorough understanding of contracts with funders, as well as complete accurate and timely reports to funders, and ensure compliance with funder agreements.
Possess knowledge of the Federal Fair Housing Act, Landlord Tenant Law and the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Assist in planning and development of new housing projects.
Communicate and work collaboratively with various internal and external stakeholders.
Set budget for the housing department as well as oversee annual budgets for individual properties.
Oversee performance targets within the housing department.
Develop management plans, monitor monthly financial performance, and establish capital improvement budgets for all properties.
Participate in and lead pursuit of grant opportunities related to procuring and developing new properties, as well as opportunities to implement capital improvements at existing properties.
Lead work with architects, engineers and construction companies for new capital projects.
Compliance
Comply with laws, regulations, policies, and procedures under which the program and company operates.
Respect and honor tenant rights and responsibilities and demonstrate professional boundaries and ethics.
Work collaboratively with the housing compliance team to provide training, resources, and technical assistance to staff on compliance matters.
Maintain knowledge of, review and ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, county, and city regulations, contract obligations, and internal policies and SOP.
Attend seminars, training, and other educational opportunities to develop professional skills and abilities.
Assist program leadership in developing and updating policies, procedures, and systems to assure success.
Ensure proper tax documentation is prepared and submitted for existing properties.
Monitor changes in LIHTC, HUD, and other relevant regulations and requirements; implement changes as necessary.
Work with the housing department to ensure all tenant files of all applicable properties are maintained in compliance with regulations.
Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual reports for the housing portfolio.
Participate in LIHTC/HUD/OHCS, PHB etc. reviews by outside entities. Coordinates responses to ensure staff are thorough, professional, and accurate as well as ensuring deadlines are met.
Ensure internal audits of tenant files are completed every 6 months.
Adhere to mandatory abuse reporting laws and HIPAA requirements.
Complete assigned employee training in compliance with program and company requirements.
Provide guidance, support, and training to staff in alignment with company mission and values.
Participate in all scheduled staff meetings, supervision sessions, and other departmental and company meetings.
Supervisory Oversight
Provide supervisory oversight to housing staff including the facilities team.
Determine staffing requirements, recruit, hire, and train staff in a manner that supports Cascadia’s mission and maintains strategic growth.
Establish work plans and priorities for staff members, assess the progress of staff members.
Ensure completion of administrative tasks per organizational policies and procedures.
Provide consistent supervision and support for direct reports.
Promote and ensure completion of annual training requirements.
Demonstrate commitment to continuing professional development.
Leadership
Take the initiative in thought leadership, innovation, and creativity.
In collaboration with leadership team develop, review and revise clinical guidelines and operational workflows; as well as set annual goals and objectives aligned with Cascadia’s mission.
Create, model, and maintain a work culture that supports Cascadia’s Values.
Attend and participate in all meetings as assigned, including but not limited to staff and team meetings, consultations with staff, individual and group supervision.
Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal and external customers to promote quality and efficiency in Cascadia operations.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications Education
Required: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in urban planning, finance, public administration, real estate, or related field.
Preferred: Master’s degree, preferred, in Business Administration or related field.
Experience
Required: Minimum of ten (10) years of responsible managerial experience in affordable housing program management/development or ten (10) years of responsible managerial experience in a closely related field.
Preferred: Experience within nonprofits.
Preferred: Experience with individuals who experience housing instability, food instability, and economic instability.
Specialized Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
Knowledge of federal and state housing and community development regulations, including associated procedures and guidelines such as Community Development Block Grant, LIHTC program, Homeless Assistance, Special Needs Housing Programs and Federal Home Loan Bank programs.
Interpret and analyze the impacts of complex legislation, regulations, ordinances, contracts and financial documents.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
Organized with attention to detail.
Ability to coordinate efforts of various teams to present a coherent message.
Other
Demonstrated experience at the management level—proven managerial skills, ability to mentor and develop staff and foster teamwork and collaborative problem solving.
Must have the ability to travel to multiple locations throughout the Portland Metro area.
Working Conditions Environmental:
Work is performed in one or more of the following: administrative and clinical offices, acute care settings and community setting including client residences, correctional facilities, shelters, hospitals, public places and other social service sites. Meal periods and breaks are subject to interruption. Universal Precautions and remaining alert to the environment are critical to address the potential for aggressive behavior, exposure to disease, biohazards, noise, and contaminants.
Mental Demands:
The work assigned is diverse and involves addressing new and unusual circumstances. The work regularly involves a degree of unpredictability and disruption of planned tasks requiring a flexible time management approach. In addition, this position requires exercising sound judgment.
Cascadia is an Equal Opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at 503.963.7654 or at peopleandculture@cascadiabhc.org.
Benefits We offer generous benefits for our full‑time and part‑time employees (20 hours + pro‑rated) including:
Generous Paid Time Off Package; Full‑time employees earn 6 weeks of PTO in their first year!
Medical and Dental Coverage (begins 1st of the month following 30 days after hire date)
VSP Vision Discount Plan
403(B) Retirement Savings (Pre and post‑tax plans with up to 8% employer matching contribution!)
Flexible Spending Account (FSA) (Medical, dependent care, and transportation options)
Short‑Term Disability, Long‑Term Disability, and Life Insurance
Paid Bereavement and Jury Duty Leave
Length of Service Award
Voluntary Life Insurance
Supplemental Insurance
Student loan forgiveness options
Wellness Benefits
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Bicycle Reimbursement
Discounted Fitness Memberships
Trauma Support Team
Starting Rate Range in USD ($) 129305.67 - 138550.36
Seniority level Director
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Other
Industries: Mental Health Care
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Senior Director of Affordable Housing
role at
Cascadia Health
9 hours ago Be among the first 25 applicants
Job Overview Location/Schedule:
This position is based at the Lloyd Corporate Plaza, located in NE Portland, OR. The schedule for this position is Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with some nights and weekends possible.
Position:
Senior Director of Affordable Housing
Program:
Housing
Mission:
Cascadia Health delivers whole health care – integrated mental health and addiction services, primary care, and housing – to promote hope and support the well‑being of the communities we serve.
Vision:
We envision a community where everyone benefits from whole health care, experiences well‑being, and has a self‑directed, connected life.
Position Description:
The Senior Director of Affordable Housing will have oversight and responsibility for Cascadia’s administrative and programmatic functions within the housing department. This position is responsible for planning, directing, managing, and implementing Cascadia’s housing development goals, objectives, policies, and priorities. This position must understand, appreciate, and respect the differences within our Cascadia community. As such, it is expected that this position promotes integrated care, our vision of trauma‑informed and person‑first approaches and helps create a work environment of acceptance.
Essential Responsibilities This position description is not intended to be an all‑inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with the position. Management reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties as necessary.
General
Provide high level expertise in management, operation, and compliance for a portfolio of housing and commercial properties.
Oversee the financial performance and physical maintenance of all properties in portfolio, while meeting overarching strategic goals.
Develop and maintain a thorough understanding of contracts with funders, as well as complete accurate and timely reports to funders, and ensure compliance with funder agreements.
Possess knowledge of the Federal Fair Housing Act, Landlord Tenant Law and the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Assist in planning and development of new housing projects.
Communicate and work collaboratively with various internal and external stakeholders.
Set budget for the housing department as well as oversee annual budgets for individual properties.
Oversee performance targets within the housing department.
Develop management plans, monitor monthly financial performance, and establish capital improvement budgets for all properties.
Participate in and lead pursuit of grant opportunities related to procuring and developing new properties, as well as opportunities to implement capital improvements at existing properties.
Lead work with architects, engineers and construction companies for new capital projects.
Compliance
Comply with laws, regulations, policies, and procedures under which the program and company operates.
Respect and honor tenant rights and responsibilities and demonstrate professional boundaries and ethics.
Work collaboratively with the housing compliance team to provide training, resources, and technical assistance to staff on compliance matters.
Maintain knowledge of, review and ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, county, and city regulations, contract obligations, and internal policies and SOP.
Attend seminars, training, and other educational opportunities to develop professional skills and abilities.
Assist program leadership in developing and updating policies, procedures, and systems to assure success.
Ensure proper tax documentation is prepared and submitted for existing properties.
Monitor changes in LIHTC, HUD, and other relevant regulations and requirements; implement changes as necessary.
Work with the housing department to ensure all tenant files of all applicable properties are maintained in compliance with regulations.
Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual reports for the housing portfolio.
Participate in LIHTC/HUD/OHCS, PHB etc. reviews by outside entities. Coordinates responses to ensure staff are thorough, professional, and accurate as well as ensuring deadlines are met.
Ensure internal audits of tenant files are completed every 6 months.
Adhere to mandatory abuse reporting laws and HIPAA requirements.
Complete assigned employee training in compliance with program and company requirements.
Provide guidance, support, and training to staff in alignment with company mission and values.
Participate in all scheduled staff meetings, supervision sessions, and other departmental and company meetings.
Supervisory Oversight
Provide supervisory oversight to housing staff including the facilities team.
Determine staffing requirements, recruit, hire, and train staff in a manner that supports Cascadia’s mission and maintains strategic growth.
Establish work plans and priorities for staff members, assess the progress of staff members.
Ensure completion of administrative tasks per organizational policies and procedures.
Provide consistent supervision and support for direct reports.
Promote and ensure completion of annual training requirements.
Demonstrate commitment to continuing professional development.
Leadership
Take the initiative in thought leadership, innovation, and creativity.
In collaboration with leadership team develop, review and revise clinical guidelines and operational workflows; as well as set annual goals and objectives aligned with Cascadia’s mission.
Create, model, and maintain a work culture that supports Cascadia’s Values.
Attend and participate in all meetings as assigned, including but not limited to staff and team meetings, consultations with staff, individual and group supervision.
Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal and external customers to promote quality and efficiency in Cascadia operations.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications Education
Required: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in urban planning, finance, public administration, real estate, or related field.
Preferred: Master’s degree, preferred, in Business Administration or related field.
Experience
Required: Minimum of ten (10) years of responsible managerial experience in affordable housing program management/development or ten (10) years of responsible managerial experience in a closely related field.
Preferred: Experience within nonprofits.
Preferred: Experience with individuals who experience housing instability, food instability, and economic instability.
Specialized Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
Knowledge of federal and state housing and community development regulations, including associated procedures and guidelines such as Community Development Block Grant, LIHTC program, Homeless Assistance, Special Needs Housing Programs and Federal Home Loan Bank programs.
Interpret and analyze the impacts of complex legislation, regulations, ordinances, contracts and financial documents.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
Organized with attention to detail.
Ability to coordinate efforts of various teams to present a coherent message.
Other
Demonstrated experience at the management level—proven managerial skills, ability to mentor and develop staff and foster teamwork and collaborative problem solving.
Must have the ability to travel to multiple locations throughout the Portland Metro area.
Working Conditions Environmental:
Work is performed in one or more of the following: administrative and clinical offices, acute care settings and community setting including client residences, correctional facilities, shelters, hospitals, public places and other social service sites. Meal periods and breaks are subject to interruption. Universal Precautions and remaining alert to the environment are critical to address the potential for aggressive behavior, exposure to disease, biohazards, noise, and contaminants.
Mental Demands:
The work assigned is diverse and involves addressing new and unusual circumstances. The work regularly involves a degree of unpredictability and disruption of planned tasks requiring a flexible time management approach. In addition, this position requires exercising sound judgment.
Cascadia is an Equal Opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at 503.963.7654 or at peopleandculture@cascadiabhc.org.
Benefits We offer generous benefits for our full‑time and part‑time employees (20 hours + pro‑rated) including:
Generous Paid Time Off Package; Full‑time employees earn 6 weeks of PTO in their first year!
Medical and Dental Coverage (begins 1st of the month following 30 days after hire date)
VSP Vision Discount Plan
403(B) Retirement Savings (Pre and post‑tax plans with up to 8% employer matching contribution!)
Flexible Spending Account (FSA) (Medical, dependent care, and transportation options)
Short‑Term Disability, Long‑Term Disability, and Life Insurance
Paid Bereavement and Jury Duty Leave
Length of Service Award
Voluntary Life Insurance
Supplemental Insurance
Student loan forgiveness options
Wellness Benefits
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Bicycle Reimbursement
Discounted Fitness Memberships
Trauma Support Team
Starting Rate Range in USD ($) 129305.67 - 138550.36
Seniority level Director
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Other
Industries: Mental Health Care
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Cascadia Health by 2x
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