Real Estate Development Director #1807131

Under the direction of the Executive Director, the Director of Real Estate Development will manage the operations of the Real Estate Development Department and will supervise and oversee training of Real Estate Development Manager(s) and staff. This position will also serve as senior staff and advisor providing coordination, budget planning, agency and community outreach and public relations for all real estate functions and, as needed, the agency.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, predevelopment, acquisition, financing, re-financing, disposition, renovation, and new construction of affordable housing; assure new and renovated properties maintain high quality standards and operate effectively while meeting the community need for safe affordable housing; manage and review financial impact of development decisions; oversee and complete transition to property management; program and resource development for housing and community development projects; and manage relations with lenders and investors, and syndication of low income housing tax credit projects.

STARTING SALARY:  Commensurate with Experience

· Bachelor’s degree in Planning, Economics, Finance, Public Administration or related field, Master's degree preferred;

· Seven years progressively responsible experience managing a program working with community development organizations in private and/or public sector housing development;

· Experience in affordable housing development and low-income tax credit;

· Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills including public presentation and speaking;

· Demonstrated negotiation skills;

· Direct experience in housing and real estate finance and accounting and financing strategies, as related to housing construction programs;

· Familiarity with residential construction methods, specifically affordable housing;

· Demonstrated experience managing and completing complicated construction development projects;

· Previous budgetary and supervisory experience;

· Experience in supervision of professional staff; and

· Experience in a team approach to development.

EXCELLENT BENEFITS PACKAGE – Health, Dental and Vision Insurance. Paid Holidays, Sick Leave and Vacation. Utah State Retirement Plan and 401K.

TO BE ELIGIBLE – Download and complete Housing Authority EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION form and submit with cover letter and resume to Paul Rooker via email at paulrooker@hacsl.org or via Fax to 801-284-4406.