Director of Housing Programs

Director of Housing Programs 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, please fill out application and upload your resume and cover letter on our website at: https://www.essexcountyhabitat.org/careers/ Salary: $73,000-$78,000 Location: Danvers, Massachusetts, USA #LI-aff Location: Danvers, MA State/Region: Massachusetts Position Category: Affiliate-Opportunity Type: Affiliate Function: US Affiliate Travel: About Habitat for Humanity Habitat for Humanity, founded in 1976, is a global, Christian-based nonprofit organization that grew out of an intentionally multi-racial community in rural Georgia. Seeking to put God’s love into action, Habitat brings together people of all faiths and people of no faith to build homes, communities and hope. Working alongside each other, we help families and individuals build and improve places to call home and achieve the strength, stability and self-reliance they need to build better lives for themselves. Habitat seeks individuals who have a willingness to affirm these principles and values. At Habitat for Humanity International, we are compelled by our Koinonia roots to put God’s love for all into action and pursue housing equity and opportunity by bringing all people together to build community and drive impact. We strive to build a culture rooted in learning, accountability and trust, attracting and retaining mission-driven talent reflective of the global communities we serve. As an equal opportunity employer, we realize our success depends on courageously committing to being a workplace where all staff feel safe, welcome, visible, respected, supported and valued, and building a workforce that reflects a variety of lived experiences, backgrounds and perspectives, in which every person experiences dignity and respect. We also require that all staff take seriously their ethical responsibilities to safeguarding our intended beneficiaries, their communities (especially children) and all those with whom we work. In line with the prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse, all staff must pass a thorough background screening and will be held accountable to upholding our policies around ethical behavior, including safeguarding and whistleblowing.

Salary : $73,000 - $78,000