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Job Description
Housing Programs Manager
Opening Date: December 19, 2024
Closing Date: Open until filled.
Annual Salary: $139,130 to $186,447 DOQ
Priority screening of applications: January 10, 2025
Tentative interview date: January 21 & 23, 2025
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply immediately for consideration.
(9/80 Work Schedule with alternating Friday's off).
Are you interested in making an impact? I know we are! The Santa Clara County Housing Authority (SCCHA) is the county’s largest provider of affordable housing, and envisions a future where we, as an organization, become a relevant community leader, expanding our commitment to increasing the supply of safe and affordable living environments for low-income families.
How You Will Make an Impact:
SCCHA is seeking to hire two (2) experienced and passionate Housing Programs Managers to lead and oversee critical housing programs and initiatives that directly impact our community. This is your chance to work with a forward-thinking agency and make a meaningful difference in the lives of Santa Clara County residents by improving access to affordable, safe, and secure housing. We are proud to be a Move to Work Agency (MTW) that is federally funded, but locally designed. We help by offering a variety of projects and programs including administration of Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) along with other Housing Assistance Programs including but not limited to the Foster Youth Initiative (FYI), Family Reunification Program (FUP), Mod Rehab, Mainstream Non-elderly with Disabilities, Enhanced Vouchers, Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing (VASH), County and City Voucher programs, and any future housing assistance programs that may be developed or implemented.
Why Join Us?
At SCCHA, we are committed to providing innovative and sustainable housing solutions. As the Housing Programs Manager, you will play a pivotal role in shaping policies, enhancing program effectiveness, and leading a talented team of professionals dedicated to transforming lives.
What You’ll Do:
In this high-impact role, you’ll:- Forward Thinker and Strategizer: Plan, direct, and coordinate housing programs to align with SCCHA’s mission and goals. Implement innovative strategies to improve service delivery and operational efficiency.
- Team Leadership: Hire, train, and mentor a team of professionals, fostering a culture of excellence, inclusivity, and continuous growth.
- Budget Management: Contribute to the development and management of the division’s annual budget, ensuring resources are allocated efficiently and effectively.
- Community Impact: Collaborate with community stakeholders, conduct outreach efforts, and lead workshops to educate the public on SCCHA’s housing programs.
- Ensure Compliance: Manage quality control, audits, and compliance with federal, state, and local housing regulations, including programs like HUD's Voucher Management System and Public and Indian Housing databases.
- Innovate and Improve: Continuously monitor program performance, identify opportunities for improvement, and implement solutions to enhance productivity and customer service.
Qualifications You’ll Bring:
A combination of education and experience such as:
Education: A bachelor’s degree in social or behavioral sciences, business, public administration, or a closely related field.
Experience: At least 5 years of progressively responsible experience in administering housing or social service programs, including 3 years in a supervisory capacity.
Skills and Competencies:- Advanced knowledge of federal and state housing regulations.
- Strategic leadership, team building, and communication skills.
- Strong organizational and management skills and abilities.
- Proficiency in program evaluation, policy development, and data analysis.
Ideal Candidate:
Ideal candidates will be innovative and results-driven leaders who thrive in fast-paced environments and demonstrate a deep commitment to advancing housing equity. With high emotional intelligence and exceptional political and business acumen, they possess the ability to build relationships, influence stakeholders, and drive systemic change. As natural coaches and high achievers, they foster team excellence while holding themselves accountable to the highest standards of performance. These individuals combine vision, adaptability, and a passion for equity to create measurable impact in their organization and community.
Join Us Today!
If you’re ready to take on this exciting challenge and help shape the future of housing in Santa Clara County, don’t wait! Apply now to be part of a team that’s changing lives and building a better tomorrow.
For a detailed description of the position's essential functions, please click HERE .
APPLICATION PROCESS
Apply today if you are interested in pursuing this opportunity and attach and submit the following with your application to best showcase your skills:- A completed Santa Clara County Housing Authority online application and thorough responses to the supplemental questions to adequately show your interest and qualifications.
- A detailed resume that highlights your related skills and experience.
Candidates must complete the Santa Clara County Housing Authority application form for this position and submit online at www.scchousingauthority.org. Please note that incomplete applications will not be considered.
SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE
Applicants are strongly encouraged to thoughtfully complete the Supplemental Questionnaire. This is a key tool used in the evaluation to determine each applicant's qualifications for the position and if they are amongst the best and most suitably qualified candidates that will be invited to participate further in the examination and selection process. -
ABOUT THE COMPANY
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Santa Clara County Housing Authority
Show moreThe Santa Clara County Housing Authority is to provide and inspire affordable housing solutions to enable low-income people and families in Santa Clara County to achieve financial stability and self-reliance.
SCCHA is among the original 39 agencies out of approximately 3,200 PHAs to be granted Moving to Work status, a special designation from HUD that allows our agency to make strategic program and policy changes to better address Silicon Valley’s critical shortage of affordable housing. We seek to expand beyond operational efficiency to assist as many families as possible and pioneer housing strategies that can be replicated at PHAs nationwide.
Our Culture
SCCHA is committed to fostering a culture of inclusivity where individuals of diverse backgrounds, demographics, interpersonal styles, abilities, and motivations are and feel valued for their unique perspective and talent. Why is this important? Because the more perspectives we include, the better we respond to and serve our diverse community.
Employees at SCCHA work fulfilling, rewarding jobs that impact the lives of others. Together, we serve as a vital safety net that allows thousands of individuals and families to work toward self-sufficiency. SCCHA helps to build strong vibrant communities by innovating, increasing, and preserving affordable housing opportunities throughout the county.
We cannot achieve our mission without our staff’s care and professional contributions. And we are committed to caring for our staff, because we know that if we take care of our staff, they will take care of the people we serve.
We aspire for all employees to be treated respectfully and to be valued for their unique talents and contributions. We value people with varied perspectives and lived experiences. We value people period.
Join a workplace where you will be motivated and empowered to make a positive difference and bring opportunities to those in our community who need help the most. You won’t just do any administrative or professional role. You’ll be part of a solution that transforms people and communities throughout Santa Clara County.
Benefits SCCHA Employees Love
We want to keep you happy. We offer a rich benefit package that includes the following benefits and many more:
- Comprehensive Medical Coverage
- Vision and Dental Insurance
- Paid Holidays and Vacation
- Tuition Reimbursement
- CalPers Retirement+
- Life Insurance
- Downtown Parking, and more!
Addressing the Local Housing Crisis
Santa Clara County is in a striking housing crisis, experiencing some of the highest housing costs in the nation. As a part of the solution to this challenge, SCCHA builds communities by developing quality housing offered at affordable rents. These development activities include site acquisition, community outreach, site and building planning and design, and construction.
SCCHA is a Good Neighbor and Community Member
In addition to providing housing to those most in need in our community, SCCHA is an active part of our community and strives to be a good neighbor. This begins when we first approach a new development site, seeking feedback from neighbors, community leaders and other stakeholders. Our commitment to healthy community relations continues with an open line of communication throughout construction and operations.
We’re in this for the long haul. SCCHA has been serving the Santa Clara County community for over half a century. We are dedicated to continuing this critical work of helping families and communities build stability.
Rooted in Local Partnerships
Like many endeavors this size, it takes a village to bring our affordable housing communities to fruition. We partner with the County in addition to our local cities, including the City of San Jose. Our real estate activities support several strategies and initiatives in the County’s Community Plan to End Homelessness, including prioritizing the development of housing for extremely low-income individuals and expanding permanent supportive housing.
In addition to public agencies, we partner with construction firms, architects and engineers, environmental engineers, appraisers, market analysts, and a variety of other partners to help develop our communities.
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