Assistant Director - Housing

Under the direction of the Executive Director of the Housing Authority, the Assistant Director is responsible for assisting in the planning, management, administration, and operations of the Port Gamble S’Klallam Housing Authority. At the discretion of the Executive Director, the Assistant Director may be involved in all aspects of the Housing Authority operations or may be primarily responsible for specific Housing Authority functions (i.e., program management, budgeting, grants, maintenance, construction, etc.). the Assistant Director may act on behalf of the Executive Director in his/her absence.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Supervises the Lead Maintenance staff and other employees as assigned by the Executive Director.

• Works closely with Resident Services supervisor to ensure coordination of staff teams.

• Assists in the management and implementation of all aspects of the Housing Authority or for specific functions of the Housing Authority as assigned by the Executive Director and/or the Boad of Commissioners.

• The Assistant Director is responsible for overseeing and administering Tribal Hard Dollar grant programs, ensuring effective management and operation.

• The Assistant Director plays a key role in scheduling and facilitating financial awareness an education initiative for homebuyers, overseeing programs to enhance their financial literacy and empower informed decision-making in the homebuying process.

• Assists in the management, operation, and compliance of all existing Housing Authority projects, and in the planning of future projects.

• Assist in policy and procedure formation, analysis and evaluation.

• Keeps informed on regulations, legislation and innovations in the field of public housing.

• Assumes the duties and responsibilities of the Housing Construction/Project Manager or Executive Director in his/her absence.

• May attend conferences and meetings with the Executive Director and/or Board of Commissioners, with local, state and federal agencies.

• Serves as first point of contact for tenant and community members.

• This position is eligible for routine remote work of up to one day per week. The schedule must be discussed with and approved by the Executive Director and may be subject to change depending on role and department need.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in public administration or commitment to complete within 4 years of hire or related field.

• Moderate computer skills are required.

• Proven ability to resolve complex and difficult issues.

• Ability to assist in preparation of reports, grants and contracts.