The Bellingham/Whatcom County Housing Authorities is searching for a highly motivated, self-starting individual to fill a new position of Development Coordinator. This position will facilitate development and construction activities of a rapidly growing entrepreneurial housing agency that owns and operates 1,477 low and moderate-income rental units in 37 developments and manages a 1,700-unit Section 8 HUD Voucher program.

This position requires experience and familiarity in the field of housing development, financing, project management and development modernization. Development and construction administration skills are essential. The successful candidate must have excellent organizational, listening and communication skills. Salary is $48,262 to $59,356 with excellent benefits.

Located on Bellingham Bay, the City of Bellingham is only 90 miles from the City of Seattle and 40 miles from Vancouver, Canada, home to the 2010 Winter Olympics.

For more information, please see www.bellinghamhousing.org, or contact Dave Bergmann, Chief Operating Officer at the administrative offices of the Bellingham Housing Authority, P.O Box 9701, Bellingham, WA 98227, phone 360-527-4602. Please submit a cover letter and resume with your application. Review of applications begins on April 21, 2008. Position will remain open until filled.

For more information about the City of Bellingham and surrounding areas, check the following web sites:
http://www.experiencewashington.com/
http://www.cob.org/index.htm
http://www.co.whatcom.wa.us/

This position will supervise a team of professionals in the administration and operation of rental assistance programs for low income individuals and families. Top tier candidates will be individuals with significant knowledge and experience with Section 8 housing choice vouchers and HUD grant-funded programs; bachelors degree preferred. Requires significant leadership and management experience coupled with the ability to oversee and resolve issues in a variety of situations. The position also involves community networking, public contact and outside speaking engagements. BCACHA offers a competitive salary structure and benefit package.

Recruitment will continue through 4:00 pm, April 4th, 2008. Please apply with resume and employer application which is available at 1276 W River St, Boise, ID 83702 or on the website at www.bcacha.org ). BCACHA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The Seattle Office of Housing is responsible for the City’s programs that address affordable housing in Seattle. We are recognized leaders in funding collaboration, in financing housing for homeless and low/moderate wage worker housing as well as in promoting sustainable building practices. With four voter approved housing levies and capable nonprofit partners, we have strong community support.

Primary Duties: Manage the Office of Housing Multifamily Lending Unit. Responsible for policy, program development and implementation of the rental production and preservation program. Oversee permanent funding and bridge loans in excess of $20 million annually. Leverage and maximize resources; collaborate with other funders to align capital, services and operating funding; and secure new resources for homeless and other housing projects. Participate on loan committees and housing policy groups. Promote best practices models to better serve disabled homeless individuals and families. Serve as HOME program administrator for the City. Serve on senior management team and work across program lines. Supervise five professional staff.

Required Qualifications: The equivalent of a baccalaureate degree in business administration, public policy, economics, urban planning, or related field and five years of high-level program administration experience in affordable housing finance and development. Knowledge of housing construction and federal housing program regulations. Ability to work effectively with diverse organizations and communities. Excellent oral and written communication, collaboration, conflict resolution, and spreadsheet skills. Ability to perform site inspections. WA State driver’s license and acceptable driving record or evidence of equivalent mobility. Pass criminal background check.

Desired Qualifications: Master’s degree in related field. Three years of supervisory experience. Real estate transaction experience on housing projects using a mix of financing such as the low-income housing tax credit, HOME, CDBG, tax-exempt bonds, and McKinney funding. Knowledge of supportive housing models for families and individuals. Experience in local housing policy. Experience with database and presentation software. Enthusiastic and demonstrated commitment to building strong and equitable communities.

How to Apply: Apply online at www.seattle.gov/jobs - or - submit a City of Seattle Personnel Department application form with cover letter and resume to the Personnel Department, 54th floor of the Seattle Municipal Tower, 700 5th Avenue. Application materials may not be submitted directly to the Office of Housing. Open for filing March 10 – April 8, 2008.

Questions about this position may be directed to:
Bill Rumpf, Office of Housing Deputy Director, at (206) 615-1577 or bill.rumpf@seattle.gov Jean Teshima, Office of Housing Human Resources Manager at (206) 684-0512 or jean.teshima@seattle.gov

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EOE/ADA Reasonable Accommodation Provided Upon Request

Tacoma Housing Authority is looking for a Site Manager for our Salishan properties. Applicants will have an Associates degree or equiv exp, two or more yrs exp in property mgmt with agency or prop mgmt firm. Two or more years with tax credit, multifamily project based Section 8, and/or bond financed properties.

Please go to our website for the application process – www.tacomahousing.org. Fax: 253-627-2568 EOE