Housing Program Manager
Sherwood, Oregon - Added Aug 9th, 2024
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Real Estate Development Program Manager
Motus Recruiting and Staffing is proud to partner with CASA of Oregon in its search for a Real Estate Program Manager!
OVERVIEW OF THE PROGRAM MANAGER:
The Real Estate Development Program Manager plays a crucial role in CASA's development initiatives, including multi-family and single-family housing, and community facility projects. They guide CASA’s overall development strategy, overseeing real estate acquisition, team management, community engagement, public advocacy, grant writing and administration, and equity and inclusion efforts. The Program Manager directs activities throughout the project lifecycle, from predevelopment to lease-up, across diverse project types such as tax credit projects, bond financing, affordable housing preservation, rural development, farmworker housing, and community organizing. This comprehensive approach ensures CASA’s commitment to enhancing affordable housing opportunities and fostering inclusive community development practices.
Location: Sherwood, OR.
Pay range: $83,853 - $98,493 / year – DOE.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
PHYSICAL & SENSORY CAPABILITY REQUIREMENTS:
The following capabilities are required to perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations that do not create an undue burden on the company are available to address the following requirements:
Founded in 2006, Motus is an award-winning recruiting and staffing firm in the Pacific Northwest specializing in accounting and finance, professional services, technology solutions, and executive search. We are a group of people who recognize the importance of representation and actively fight for diversity, equity, and inclusion in the recruitment process. Our goal is to educate organizations on the importance of DEI when hiring, promoting, and supporting diverse employees. We are calling organizations to demonstrate their commitment to DEI by being intentional about whom they hire.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability, or protected veteran status.
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Motus Recruiting and Staffing is proud to partner with CASA of Oregon in its search for a Real Estate Program Manager!
OVERVIEW OF THE PROGRAM MANAGER:
The Real Estate Development Program Manager plays a crucial role in CASA's development initiatives, including multi-family and single-family housing, and community facility projects. They guide CASA’s overall development strategy, overseeing real estate acquisition, team management, community engagement, public advocacy, grant writing and administration, and equity and inclusion efforts. The Program Manager directs activities throughout the project lifecycle, from predevelopment to lease-up, across diverse project types such as tax credit projects, bond financing, affordable housing preservation, rural development, farmworker housing, and community organizing. This comprehensive approach ensures CASA’s commitment to enhancing affordable housing opportunities and fostering inclusive community development practices.
Location: Sherwood, OR.
Pay range: $83,853 - $98,493 / year – DOE.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Identifies and collaborates with project sponsors such as housing authorities, nonprofit organizations, growers, and local governments to develop multi-family, single-family, and community facility projects effectively.
- Engages in community outreach regarding farmworker and affordable housing issues and guides stakeholders through the development process.
- Conducts feasibility analyses for proposed projects across various markets, including preparation of market studies as needed.
- Selects and evaluates project sites, obtaining necessary land use and environmental approvals.
- Assembles and oversees the development team, comprising project sponsors, architects, builders, property managers, lenders, and investors, and negotiates contract terms.
- Prepares and revises development and operating budgets, ensuring financial viability.
- Secures and manages project financing, encompassing local, state, and federal grants, conventional and subsidized loans, tax credits, private foundations, trusts, tax exemptions, and in-kind donations.
- Reviews and evaluates documents such as design plans, construction agreements, and finance documents.
- Supervises construction activities, attends inspections, and manages draw requests and change orders.
- Develops and monitors project timelines, ensuring adherence to deadlines and filing required reports.
- Conducts surveys among farmworkers in potential project areas to inform development strategies.
- Coordinates and facilitates conferences and meetings related to housing initiatives.
- Collaborates with housing specialists and other departments within CASA to support mutual goals, including fundraising efforts.
- Assists colleagues in coordinating project schedules and office operations as required.
- BA/BS in planning, construction sciences, business, architecture or related field is preferred.
- 3+ years’ experience developing real estate and/or managing affordable housing and construction projects.
- NOTE: A combination of education/training/work experience demonstrating general qualifications for the position may be accepted in lieu of degree requirement.
- A thorough knowledge of and demonstrated experience in affordable housing development and finance.
- Experience working with low-income individuals, brokers, real estate investors, local sponsors. community representatives, lenders, and others involved in the development process.
- Ability to plan and manage multiple projects, budgets, and contracts and meet strict deadlines.
- Capacity to work independently and perform complex tasks with minimal supervision.
- Excellent presentation and written communication skills, including grant writing.
- A commitment to working in a multicultural/bilingual environment.
- A valid driver’s license and access to transportation.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
- Work is in an indoor, office setting. May occasionally require meeting at or visiting project sites in various settings throughout the state.
- This position requires occasional travel both in the state and to training and/or conferences out of state, which may include day and evening work.
- CASA’s work culture is inclusive, equitable, and collaborative. CASA makes transparent and shared decisions and cultivates staff through professional development.
- CASA encourages and supports staff involvement in both internal and external committee work during regular work time. Internal committees include the Equity Committee, Health, Safety & Wellness Committee, Sister Adele Scholarship Committee and Fun Committee.
PHYSICAL & SENSORY CAPABILITY REQUIREMENTS:
The following capabilities are required to perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations that do not create an undue burden on the company are available to address the following requirements:
- Ability to: stand, walk, reach with arms and hands, climb or balance, and to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
- Lift, carry, and place items of up to 25 pounds.
- Maintain sustained concentration on computer screens.
- Use keyboards and a variety of computer peripherals
- CASA partners with local community organizations to enhance and expand the supply of affordable rental housing and neighborhood community centers. Nationally recognized as an innovative and effective developer of farmworker and rural housing, CASA of Oregon has constructed nearly 1,000 new units and renovated over 600 housing units.
- For more information, visit the CASA of Oregon website: https://casaoforegon.org/about/
- CASA is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin and veteran or (dis)ability status. CASA of Oregon also complies with federal and state (dis)ability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with (dis)abilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact the department director.
Founded in 2006, Motus is an award-winning recruiting and staffing firm in the Pacific Northwest specializing in accounting and finance, professional services, technology solutions, and executive search. We are a group of people who recognize the importance of representation and actively fight for diversity, equity, and inclusion in the recruitment process. Our goal is to educate organizations on the importance of DEI when hiring, promoting, and supporting diverse employees. We are calling organizations to demonstrate their commitment to DEI by being intentional about whom they hire.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability, or protected veteran status.
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Job ID: 12459