Job Location : all cities,NC, USA
EXECUTIVE DIRECTORRecruitment OpeningPosting Period: March 27, 2025- May 15, 2025
About the Housing Authority of the County of Wake (HACW)
The HACW has 345 public housing units and provides Section 8 vouchers to over 550 participants. In addition, HACW also manages six rental houses for its nonprofit affiliate, the Wake County Housing Finance Corporation.
About the Position
Governed by a seven-member Board of Commissioners, Housing Authority of the County of Wake is seeking a dynamic and qualified leader to serve as its next Executive Director. The Board seeks a leader and professional manager with a progressive career in public housing management, affordable housing, nonprofit management, and human services. The person must be an exceptional organizer, values accountability, agile problem-solver, uses modern technology to carry out highly complex functions, effective communicator and has a process-approach to getting things done. The position requires strong management experience, exceptional leadership and a successful track record of working at affordable housing. The Executive Director will be responsible for all aspects of the HACW's operations including administration, management, development, and financial control.Serving as primary liaison with the BOC, HUD, and state and federal entities, the leader will provide strong strategic leadership to ensure Housing Authority remains in good governance. The Housing Authority was recently designated as “Troubled “and is implementing a recovery plan which will be led by the new Executive Director.
The Community
Located in the northeast central region of NC, Wake County is home to over 1 million residents. Our culturally diverse community attracts top talent for our varied workforce. We are one of the fastest growing counties in the nation and the most populous county in the state. Known for having a diverse economy, Wake County maintains a competitive edge in bioresearch, technology, pharmaceuticals, and medical. The County offers quality education at eight higher learning institutes and serves as hosts to many cultural arts performances. The County has received national and international rankings and accolades from publications such as Money, Fortune, and Time magazines ranked it as being one of the best places to live, work and play. Many activities and events are held frequently throughout the County for all ages to keep residents engaged and informed. Woven throughout the County you will find many biking and walking trails. Our central location is just a two-hour drive to the coast and four hours to our scenic mountains.
Summary of Major Duties
Performs the following and other related duties as assigned by the BOC.
Administration
Management (Projects, Procurement, Operations)
Strategic & Policy Management
Communication and Public Relations
Conflict Management
Community Engagement
Qualifications
A Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Business Administration or Management or a closely related field from an accredited college or university reflective of the mission and goals of Housing Authority. A Master's degree is preferred.
Minimum of Ten (10) years' experience in senior level management. Minimum of Five (5) years of management experience at a public housing authority or other similar experience, including supervision of ten (10) or more staff members for at least two (2) years.
Qualified Applicants must authorize HACW to conduct confidential background checks including criminal history, credit check, prior employment verification, education verification, and other relevant background checks. In accordance with our drug-free workplace policy, all job offers are contingent upon candidates successfully passing a drug and alcohol screen.
Hiring Range and Benefits
$110,000 – $140,000 (beginning salary will be commensurate with experience) with 100% health insurance coverage, retirement, paid holidays, vacation leave, and life insurance.
Application and Selection Process
Applications will be accepted until May 15,2025.
Your application package should include 1- letter of interest 2-detailed resume 3 – three professional references in PDF Format and emailed [email protected] with the subject line HACW- ED Application.
The Housing Authority of the County of Wake is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, creed, gender identity, age, disability, or status in any other group protected by law.
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