Reporting to the Executive Director, the Director of Housing Development is responsible for overseeing all phases of real estate housing development from project inception through construction and occupancy. The Director of Housing Development will necessarily be a recognized member of the affordable housing community who can work closely with both internal and external constituents. They will most likely have substantial experience in the nonprofit affordable housing, government, asset management, real estate and/or microfinance and housing finance arenas and must demonstrate significant accomplishments and past successes. In addition, he or she must be a hands-on manager, a strategic thinker and planner, a problem solver and be able to respond to crises and changing conditions quickly and effectively.
The successful candidate must be able to work closely with the Executive Director and other members of the senior management team and be able to integrate smoothly into the senior management at IMPACCT Brooklyn, fitting into the organization’s collaborative and inclusive culture. They must be passionate about the organization’s work and be able to work with the Board and staff in a collegial, supportive and direct manner in a spirit of mutual trust and with a minimum of ego.
The successful candidate will have strong interpersonal skills, excellent written and oral communication skills, a hands-on management style, have an ability to listen, and be inclusive of ideas. In addition, they will be diplomatic, of the highest integrity, and possess sound judgment as well as a sense of humor.
- Identify potential affordable housing sites through brokers, government agencies and local and citywide politicians; respond to RFQs and RFPs for sites issued by government agencies.
- Coordination of community housing development initiatives, from initial planning through construction completion; that includes vacant and occupied building rehabilitation, new construction, multi-family rental, supportive, commercial and community facility projects.
- Lead in the analysis of potential development sites: land-use, site capacity, target population, program elements, and financial feasibility.
- Coordination of development team: consultants, architects, contractors, etc.
- Coordination of project financing: Feasibility, securing commitments, bringing to a construction and permanent closing.
- Assist in determination and analysis of community needs in terms of housing and quality of life issues; assist in formulation of policies and initiatives to meet these needs.
- Lead in preparation of proposals for housing and community development projects.
- Work closely with and coordinate activity with the Marketing and Leasing Department.
- Coordinate the transition of buildings from development to asset and property management at the predevelopment and completion of construction.
- Member of IMPACCT Brooklyn’s Leadership Team.
- Assist Executive Director and serves as staff to the IMPACCT Brooklyn’s Housing and Real Estate Committees of the Board of Directors.
- Five or more years of work experience in housing development or related area (urban planning, architecture, construction, finance)
- Familiarity with housing programs & policies at City, State & Federal levels
- 2+ years supervisory experience
- Experience with project and program coordination: clients, consultants and collaborators.
- Experience with loan underwriting, project feasibility analysis and urban design
- Excellent oral and written communication skills, computer expertise, ability to work on several projects simultaneously and independently.
- Knowledge of minority and low income, NYC and major issues: Housing, community development, local planning.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY
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Direct supervision of Project Manager and Real Estate Analyst and is responsible for performance management, training and hiring training.
Our Comprehensive Benefits: Hybrid work schedules, Competitive pay, Paid time off including Vacation, Personal and holidays, 403(b), Tuition reimbursement, Medial, FSA, EAP and other fringe benefits.
Salary Range: $100,000 to $150,000
IMPACCT Brooklyn has retained the services of Harris Rand Lusk to conduct this search. Inquiries, nominations, and applications may be directed in confidence to:
Anne McCarthy, Chief Operating Officer
Harris Rand Lusk
260 Madison Avenue, 15th Floor
New York, NY 10016
Email cover letter and resume to: [email protected]
Please include “DOHD” in the subject line of your emailed application.
IMPACCT Brooklyn and its affiliates are Equal Opportunity Employers provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. IMPACCT Brooklyn makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.