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The Executive Director of the Harris County Housing Authority (HCHA) serves as the chief executive officer responsible for the leadership, strategic direction, and overall management of the Authority. The Executive Director, under the direction of the Board of Commissioners (the “BOC”) and its duly adopted policies, has overall responsibility for administering, managing, maintaining, planning, and directing the Agency's programs and employees. The Executive Director is responsible for the safekeeping of all property and records and is the Agency’s primary liaison with the BOC, the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (“HUD”), and state and local entities.
Responsibilities
Plan, organize, coordinate, delegate, supervise, and direct the implementation of the agency's housing programs, and subsidiary organizations or instrumentalities.
Oversee and provide for safekeeping of the Agency's buildings, grounds, facilities, equipment, supplies, monies, files, records, documents, and reporting.
Supervise Agency staff and provide staff with ongoing assistance to support a positive and productive working environment. Make recommendations for and oversee the selection, training, direction, supervision, utilization, discipline, and termination of Agency employees.
Oversee and ensure accurate preparation of all budgets and amendments for BOC approval. Revise and authorize agency expenditures and monitor funds for effective and efficient use within BOC budget approvals.
Serve as Secretary/Treasurer to the BOC, submit budgets, inform the BOC of the status of activities and projects within the Agency; develop and propose new policies or changes in existing policies; notify the BOC of changes or proposed changes in federal, state or local legislation affecting the Agency; provide the BOC with information on evaluations of the efficiency and effectiveness of Agency operations and make recommendations for improvements.
Work with the BOC to develop the Agency’s strategic and operational plans. Effectively develop organizational structures, plans, and implement internal policies, programs, goals, and priorities.
Identify federal and non-federal funding sources to augment declining subsidies, helping to ensure the viability of housing and associated programs offered by the Agency.
Discuss Agency goals, priorities, problems, and concerns with officials, representatives, and members of the local government, state government, and federal government, news media, social and public service agencies.
Meet with residents concerning complaints and/or grievances after investigation and negotiations by designated staff are unresolved and advise them of their rights to hearings according to the Agency's procedures.
Address business and civic groups on matters pertaining to the Agency. Successfully maintain a positive agency image and working relationships with the community and with local, state, and federal government officials.
Ensure accountability for consistent adherence to strong Agency standards regarding the ethical, responsible, and appropriate use, care, and safeguarding of Agency materials, supplies, resources, and other assets.
Education & Experience
A Bachelor’s degree is required in Public Administration, Business Administration, Urban Planning, Management or a closely related field from an accredited college or university and seven (7) years of responsible, executive managerial experience in public or assisted housing, regulatory agency, or similar entity or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience resulting in the ability to fulfill the essential job duties of the position.
A Master’s degree is preferred in a closely related field as described above.
A Certified Management Executive (CME) Certification must be obtained within six (6) months of employment or other allowable period from the hire date, as authorized by the BOC.
Knowledge and Skills
Thorough knowledge of the relationship of housing authorities to other federal, state, and local jurisdictions and their abilities to provide funds or other support to the Agency.
Thorough knowledge of housing bond issues, Low Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTC), conventional loans, or other financing options.
Knowledge of community/social services available locally and through state and federal agencies and/or other funding sources.
Thorough knowledge of Agency operating policies and procedures, pertinent HUD regulations, and federal, state, and local laws and regulations pertaining to housing authorities.
Thorough knowledge of the modern principles, practices, and techniques of personnel management, training, and performance evaluation.
Thorough knowledge of procurement regulations and OSHA requirements.
Working knowledge of the laws and regulations governing bonded indebtedness, handling of bids, and the preparation and execution of contracts and agreements.
General knowledge of the modern principles, practices, and techniques of maintenance and other functional areas within the Agency.
Thorough knowledge of the modern principles, practices, and techniques of budgeting and accounting, and of the function and operation of the construction industry.
Thorough knowledge of financing and development of new properties.
Skill in addressing the public, news media and other entities and presenting information in a clear, concise, organized, and convincing manner.
Physical Requirements Work is principally sedentary but may involve some physical exertion during on-site visits with residents or staff members, inspections of Agency developments, sites, dwellings, or facilities, and travel to meetings, conferences, or workshops in other cities.
Other Requirements
Must possess a valid State of Texas driver’s license and maintain a good driving record. Must also pass employment, drug screening & criminal background check.
Seniority level Executive
Employment type Full-time
Job function Administrative, Finance, and Management
Industries Government Administration, Non-profit Organizations, and Real Estate
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Direct message the job poster from Gans, Gans & Associates
The Executive Director of the Harris County Housing Authority (HCHA) serves as the chief executive officer responsible for the leadership, strategic direction, and overall management of the Authority. The Executive Director, under the direction of the Board of Commissioners (the “BOC”) and its duly adopted policies, has overall responsibility for administering, managing, maintaining, planning, and directing the Agency's programs and employees. The Executive Director is responsible for the safekeeping of all property and records and is the Agency’s primary liaison with the BOC, the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (“HUD”), and state and local entities.
Responsibilities
Plan, organize, coordinate, delegate, supervise, and direct the implementation of the agency's housing programs, and subsidiary organizations or instrumentalities.
Oversee and provide for safekeeping of the Agency's buildings, grounds, facilities, equipment, supplies, monies, files, records, documents, and reporting.
Supervise Agency staff and provide staff with ongoing assistance to support a positive and productive working environment. Make recommendations for and oversee the selection, training, direction, supervision, utilization, discipline, and termination of Agency employees.
Oversee and ensure accurate preparation of all budgets and amendments for BOC approval. Revise and authorize agency expenditures and monitor funds for effective and efficient use within BOC budget approvals.
Serve as Secretary/Treasurer to the BOC, submit budgets, inform the BOC of the status of activities and projects within the Agency; develop and propose new policies or changes in existing policies; notify the BOC of changes or proposed changes in federal, state or local legislation affecting the Agency; provide the BOC with information on evaluations of the efficiency and effectiveness of Agency operations and make recommendations for improvements.
Work with the BOC to develop the Agency’s strategic and operational plans. Effectively develop organizational structures, plans, and implement internal policies, programs, goals, and priorities.
Identify federal and non-federal funding sources to augment declining subsidies, helping to ensure the viability of housing and associated programs offered by the Agency.
Discuss Agency goals, priorities, problems, and concerns with officials, representatives, and members of the local government, state government, and federal government, news media, social and public service agencies.
Meet with residents concerning complaints and/or grievances after investigation and negotiations by designated staff are unresolved and advise them of their rights to hearings according to the Agency's procedures.
Address business and civic groups on matters pertaining to the Agency. Successfully maintain a positive agency image and working relationships with the community and with local, state, and federal government officials.
Ensure accountability for consistent adherence to strong Agency standards regarding the ethical, responsible, and appropriate use, care, and safeguarding of Agency materials, supplies, resources, and other assets.
Education & Experience
A Bachelor’s degree is required in Public Administration, Business Administration, Urban Planning, Management or a closely related field from an accredited college or university and seven (7) years of responsible, executive managerial experience in public or assisted housing, regulatory agency, or similar entity or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience resulting in the ability to fulfill the essential job duties of the position.
A Master’s degree is preferred in a closely related field as described above.
A Certified Management Executive (CME) Certification must be obtained within six (6) months of employment or other allowable period from the hire date, as authorized by the BOC.
Knowledge and Skills
Thorough knowledge of the relationship of housing authorities to other federal, state, and local jurisdictions and their abilities to provide funds or other support to the Agency.
Thorough knowledge of housing bond issues, Low Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTC), conventional loans, or other financing options.
Knowledge of community/social services available locally and through state and federal agencies and/or other funding sources.
Thorough knowledge of Agency operating policies and procedures, pertinent HUD regulations, and federal, state, and local laws and regulations pertaining to housing authorities.
Thorough knowledge of the modern principles, practices, and techniques of personnel management, training, and performance evaluation.
Thorough knowledge of procurement regulations and OSHA requirements.
Working knowledge of the laws and regulations governing bonded indebtedness, handling of bids, and the preparation and execution of contracts and agreements.
General knowledge of the modern principles, practices, and techniques of maintenance and other functional areas within the Agency.
Thorough knowledge of the modern principles, practices, and techniques of budgeting and accounting, and of the function and operation of the construction industry.
Thorough knowledge of financing and development of new properties.
Skill in addressing the public, news media and other entities and presenting information in a clear, concise, organized, and convincing manner.
Physical Requirements Work is principally sedentary but may involve some physical exertion during on-site visits with residents or staff members, inspections of Agency developments, sites, dwellings, or facilities, and travel to meetings, conferences, or workshops in other cities.
Other Requirements
Must possess a valid State of Texas driver’s license and maintain a good driving record. Must also pass employment, drug screening & criminal background check.
Seniority level Executive
Employment type Full-time
Job function Administrative, Finance, and Management
Industries Government Administration, Non-profit Organizations, and Real Estate
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