Job Description

Summary:

The Executive Director is responsible for overseeing, coordinating, and supporting the day-to-day operations, and recovery or repositioning programs/activities of the Housing Authority of the Township of Irvington (IHA).

Essential Job Functions:

• Managing and directing all functions of the agency.

• Administers directives and policies of the Board that comply with Federal regulations, including admissions and rent collection policies, and procurement and disposition policies.

• Managing the day-to-day operations of recovery or repositioning programs. Interprets, implements, and administers the policies of the agency and all applicable federal and state housing regulations.

• Develops and administers operating and management plans.

• Oversee and ensure the accurate preparation of the agency budget.

• Supervise and direct a team of 15+ staff members; provide decision-making and problem-solving expertise and assistance.

• Propose any changes in the organization or staff procedures that are in the best interest and development of the agency's program.

• Prepare reports, i.e., organizational and annual reports for internal and external use.

• Serve as the primary contact person between the agency and the public at all levels of government, the press, radio, television, and any other media.
• Experience developing and maintaining community collaborations and working with many sectors of the public and community at large.

Qualifications:

• A bachelor's degree from an accredited institution, preferably in a relevant field such as public administration, social science, urban planning, community development, finance, or business administration, is required.
• Five (5) to eight (8) years of experience in public or private housing, community development, public administration, or a closely related field that demonstrates strong management and organizational skills is required.
• Experience transforming distressed housing units of a similar size.
• Five (5) years in a significant management capacity at a public housing authority or other similar experience preferred.
• At least three (3) years of supervisory experience with a staff of ten or more is required.
• Knowledge of HUD policies, procedures, and regulations regarding Public Housing Program, Housing Choice Voucher Program and Capital Fund Program.
• Willing to either relocate temporarily or be physically present on-site for a large part of the 1st year of transformation.
• Must be bondable.
• The candidate must possess a substantial background in the implementation of management controls, systems, and business process change.
• A demonstrated record of creativity and innovation is strongly desired.

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