Are you ready to make a difference in our community's quality of life through housing?

Are you looking for a leadership role that will be pivotal in leading our community's efforts to house people that are most vulnerable in our community? Do you have an ability to make organizations run operationally smooth to maximize the resources you are entrusted with? Do you want to do rewarding work that has excellent benefits and sufficient time off?

Look no further than Fayetteville Housing Authority!

Overview

The Executive Director is responsible for planning, directing, and coordinating operational activities at the highest level. The position provides leadership and management of the planning, organizing, staffing, direction, and control functions of the Agency. By developing and implementing strategies to maximize employee performance, the Executive Director will build successful teams within the organization. The position is responsible for driving the Fayetteville Housing Authority's mission, vision, and core values across the organization. By interpreting and implementing policies approved by the Board of Commissioners, the Executive Director is responsible for the administration of Board policies.

The Executive Director will be ultimately responsible for managing and supervising all FHA employees. The position will also ensure that Agency operations run smoothly. The Executive Director will be expected to interact daily with coworkers, clients, vendors, and the public.

This is a fast-paced environment that depends on a strong team to execute at a high level. The right candidate will encourage and support the team to continue the level of excellence they have become accustomed to while finding additional efficiencies to better serve our community.

Essential Duties

• Interpret, implement, and administer the policies of the Board of Commissioners and all applicable federal and state housing regulations.
• Provide for the administration, leadership, and management of the Agency.
• Direct and coordinate activities of managerial personnel engaged in carrying out Agency objectives.

Education and Related Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Management, Urban Studies, City or Regional Planning or closely related field is required.
• Five (5) years in a significant management capacity at a public housing authority or other similar experience is required.
• Experience supervising ten (10) or more staff for at least one year is required.
• Valid driver's license and ability to be covered under Fayetteville Housing Authority's automobile insurance is required.
• Experience in budgeting, personnel management, and public relations is required.
• Substantial background in the implementation of management controls and systems is preferred.