CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER (COO): Under the administrative direction of the Chief Executive Officer and working with senior staff, assumes operating responsibility for one or more departments of the Authority to include housing administration, development, community social, cultural and individual programs for tenants and administers grants and assistance programs as required.
• Plans and organizes activities according to standard and established procedures.
• Supervises activities in areas of housing/asset management, financial administration, housing development and revitalization, and in the administration of state and Federal housing grant programs.
• Evaluates and analyzes short and long term housing needs and housing development opportunities of community.
• Makes systematic surveys of community leaders, interest group and general public to determine changing housing needs of the community.
• Evaluates community and inter-governmental resources that are available to meet perceived needs.
• Prepares short-term and long-range plans to meet housing needs.
• Assures preparation of grant applications and private proposals.
• Prepares for submission approved proposals to government and private agencies for funding.
• Negotiates terms and conditions of approved projects with state, Federal and private funding sources.
• Prepares and recommends operating budget.
• Oversees the administration of the operating budget, including investment strategy.
• Makes administrative adjustments to affect economies.
• Oversees management of the Authority's housing stock, including the selection of tenants and assistance programs to meet the social and health needs of tenants.
• Maintains relationships with state. Federal and community representatives to assure timely and efficient use of staff and awareness of development opportunities.
• Interviews, evaluates and employs staff and recommends consulting services.
• Oversees the administration personnel policies and regulations for staff members.
• Prepares narrative and statistical reports for the Board of Commissioners upon request.
• Makes such reports to the Board of Commissioners as directed by the CEO.
• Attends civic and professional meetings to promote the interests of the Authority.
• Participates in professional housing and public administration organizations to remain current in the field.
MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: The knowledge and skills required would generally be acquired with a Master's degree; six years of progressively responsible experience in business or not-for profit administration including two years of experience as a unit or division supervisor: or a combination of education and/or equivalent experience of five years in housing administration, planning and development. A working knowledge of the principals and methods of administration as it relates to budgeting, accounting and procurement. Ability to communicate in a clear and concise manner in both oral and written methods which includes, but is not limited to, the preparation and presentation of various administrative and financial reports and presentations to the public. Ability to direct subordinates. Ability to identify and understand the needs and problems of economically disadvantaged individuals and their families. Successfully passing certification requirements as a Public Housing Manager within the first year of employment. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Must possess a valid driver’s license and safe driving record.
Interested candidates may fax cover letter with salary requirements and resume to (336) 887-2472, e-mail to Rmatthews@hpha.net, or mail to:
Housing Authority of the City of High Point
Human Resources
P. O. Box 1779
High Point, NC 27261
Applications and resumes will be accepted until position is filled.
HPHA is an equal opportunity employer.
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