Director of Housing Programs

ESSEX COUNTY HABITAT FOR HUMANITY

Job Title: Director of Housing Programs

Reports to: Executive Director

Job Type: Full Time / Exempt

Salary: $73,000-$78,000

Location: Hybrid – Tues & Thurs in office

Position Summary

The Director of Housing Programs provides overall leadership and accountability for Essex County Habitat for Humanity’s homeowner-facing programs, including Critical Home Repair (CHR), Aging in Place, and New Homeownership.

The Director is responsible for program strategy, municipal partnerships, regulatory compliance, long-term portfolio stewardship, and direct service. This role serves as the organization’s primary liaison to public funders and municipal partners and supervises the Homeowner Services Specialist, who manages day-to-day new homeowner program operations.

This position balances hands-on program management with oversight and decision-making authority to ensure high-quality service delivery and long-term sustainability.

Core Responsibilities

Critical Home Repair & Aging in Place

• Lead implementation of Critical Home Repair projects.

• Serve as primary liaison to municipal partners.

• Oversee compliance with CDBG, HOME, EOHLC, and other public and private funding requirements.

• Ensure timely and accurate reporting in collaboration with Finance and Development staff.

• Oversee homeowner intake and eligibility determinations.

• Partner with Construction staff to align scope, timelines, and homeowner communication.

• Monitor program outcomes and recommend process improvements.

New Homeownership Program Oversight

• Provide overall leadership and accountability for selection, approval, and closing of new homeownership program.

• Supervise the Homeowner Services Specialist.

• Approve applicant selections and oversee compliance with fair housing and lending regulations.

• Maintain oversight of closings and mortgage documentation.

• Ensure strong homeowner communication and experience across the build process.

Portfolio Stewardship & Risk Management

• Maintain oversight of Habitat’s permanent affordability portfolio.

• Approve resale pricing and oversee resale process.

• Lead resolution of homeowner non-compliance, delinquency, or occupancy concerns.

• Coordinate with legal counsel and third-party loan servicers as needed.

• Maintain readiness to secure and uphold Qualified Loan Originator (QLO) status as required.

Leadership & Organizational Collaboration

• Contribute to annual program budgeting and planning.

• Develop systems and procedures to ensure efficient, equitable program delivery.

• Partner with Construction, Development, and Finance to ensure integrated operations.

• Represent Habitat in community meetings and public forums as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.

• Minimum 3 years in affordable housing, housing counseling, real estate law, or compliance-driven program management.

• Excellent organizational and communication skills.

• Proven ability to manage multiple funding streams and regulatory requirements.

• Bilingual Spanish, written and verbal.

• Experience with publicly funded housing programs (CDBG, HOME, etc.) preferred.

• Supervisory experience preferred.

• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel locally

To Apply

To apply, please fill out application and upload your resume and cover letter on our website at: https://www.essexcountyhabitat.org/careers/