Director of Housing Affordability & Community Revitalization

Wake County has partnered with Strategic Government Solutions on this recruitment. Interested candidates should apply directly with Strategic Government Solutions by June 19 2024. Click here to apply. For more information, please contact: Lissa Barker, Senior Vice President. LissaBarker@GovernmentResource.com, 817-266-0647

What You'll Be Doing Wake County seeks a results-driven, innovative problem-solver with the skills and experience to lead its Housing Affordability and Community Revitalization Department. Under the guidance of the Deputy County Manager, the Director of Housing Affordability & Community Revitalization provides executive leadership in addressing Wake County’s current and growing housing affordability crisis, developing high-quality business strategies and plans aligned with short- and long-term Board of Commissioners’ goals and objectives. About Our Team

Wake County’s Department of Housing Affordability & Community Revitalization is divided into two areas: Programs and Operations. Each area is led by a Deputy Housing Director. These two areas comprise five distinct divisions, each offering a wide range of services and support to help Wake County residents gain and maintain safe, affordable housing. With an annual budget of approximately $34.6 million and 120 employees, the department exists to ensure that quality affordable housing is available for all Wake County residents, even as population and economic growth increase the need for affordable housing development and preservation. Affordable housing is critical to preserving the County’s economic competitiveness by offering options for residents at all income levels, supporting housing stability and economic opportunity for residents, and furthering Wake County’s commitment to healthy and inclusive growth. Additionally, the department is responsible for helping to connect veterans and their families to the benefits they earned through military service.

Required

The Basics (Required Education and Experience)

• Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, or a closely-related field
• Eight years of experience in housing affordability development and administration, including at least four years of supervisory experience
• Equivalent education and experience are accepted
  
  
  

Beyond the Basics (Preferred Education and Experience) Ten (10) years or more of progressively responsible and innovative experience administering local, state, or federal housing initiatives while overseeing compliance with complex rules and regulations is ideal. How Will We Know You're 'The One'? Candidates should have a detailed understanding of national best practices in housing strategies and an in-depth knowledge of local, state, and federal housing initiatives, funding opportunities, and regulatory requirements. County leaders are looking for a true team leader — someone comfortable being the face of the department within the community who balances public relations with team leadership, excelling in both arenas. The selected candidate should understand how to pair political demands with expert guidance and empower a team of diverse, high-performing subject matter experts to accomplish assigned strategic initiatives. The right fit for this position is forward-thinking, creative, and highly collaborative, with exceptional communication skills, unwavering integrity, and high emotional intelligence. They are focused on activity, not just theory, and they have a proven track record of success in the field thanks to their ability to build community partnerships and sustain and grow them to ensure regional synergy and interagency victories. Follow-through is critical to this department’s work, and the new director must be able to analyze, synthesize, and evaluate a variety of data for use in program development and analysis. Critical problem-solving and analytical thinking skills are a must. The ideal candidate respects and communicates well with individuals at all levels of the organization and a wide variety of stakeholders, is a great listener, and is able to translate complex issues into easily understandable concepts for a diverse audience. They also understand how to build consensus, clearly articulate their expectations, and hold themselves and others accountable to County goals and department objectives to ensure success. About This Position

Location: Waverly F. Akins Wake County Office Building Raleigh, NC

Employment Type: Regular

Work Schedule: Mon - Fri 8:30 am - 5:15 pm

Hiring Range: $166,342 - $249,515

Market Range: $138,617 - $249,515

Posting Closing Date: First review of applications June 19, 2024

Interested applicants should apply by June 19, 2024. Click here to apply directly with Strategic Government Resources.

For More Information On This Position, Contact

Lissa Barker, Senior Vice President. LissaBarker@GovernmentResource.com, 817-266-0647

What Makes Wake Great Equal Opportunity Statement Background Check Statement Emergency Service Worker Statement

What Makes Wake Great

Home to the State Capital, Wake County is one of the fastest growing areas in the nation and the most populous county in the state, with more than 1.1 million residents. The County has received national and international rankings and accolades from publications such as Money, Fortune, and Time magazines as being one of the best places to live, work and play. The central location of the County allows for a short drive to the spectacular mountains or coast. Wake County Government is governed by a seven-member Board of Commissioners, who are elected at-large to serve two-year terms. Wake County Government has a general operating budget of $1.874 billion, employs over 4400 employees, experiences minimal turnover, and is an award-winning leader in wellness and technology initiatives; such as offering employees and covered spouses free access to the Employee Health Center. Wake County Government offers a wide range of training and development opportunities, a stable career in public service with a balance of work and family life, flexible work schedules and a competitive salary and benefits package.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Wake County provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.

Background Check Statement

Position may require a background check that may include: criminal, credit, motor vehicle, education, and sexual offender registry or others based on job requirements. Unless required by state law, a record of conviction will not automatically exclude you from consideration for employment. Wake County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Emergency Service Worker Statement

In the event of an emergency, as determined by the County Manager or designee, participation in preparedness and response operations should be expected. Employee may be required to fill a temporary assignment in a role different from standard duties, work hours and/or work location in preparation for, during and after the emergency. Employee may also be required to participate in relevant exercises and regular preparedness training.