Deputy Director

Overview

This position is very industry specific. Only applicants meeting the following criteria will be considered. Others need not apply.

Prerequisites include a bachelor’s degree, MBA or comparable Master’s degree from an accredited college or university. Requires planning, accounting, administrative, public relations, and verbal/written communication skills; and the ability to maintain excellent working relationships with residents, landlords, staff, board of commissioners, government officials, and the public. Minimum of ten years experience in the management or administration of public housing, rental assistance, other affordable housing programs, or equivalent HUD experience at a senior level of responsibility. Minimum of five years of experience working with resident organizations and federal procurement and grant administration experience. Minimum of ten years general staff management experience. Property management of non-subsidized properties may substitute for some of the qualifications. Developer experience is a plus.

Under the general direction of the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), the Deputy Director is responsible for providing professional assistance to the CEO in the management of the day-to-day operations of the Ocala Housing Authority (OHA). The classification provides policy direction to senior management; monitors and evaluates the activities and services of all agency departments and divisions; and serves as Acting CEO in the absence of the CEO.

Essential Job Functions:

The essential functions or duties listed below are not intended to be a comprehensive list of duties and responsibilities of the position. It is intended to illustrate the various types of work that may be performed by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. The omission of a specific job function does not absolve an employee from being required to perform additional tasks incidental to or inherent in the job.

· Serves as the internal consultant to the CEO on issues related to the day-to-day management of OHA

· Represents the CEO at meetings of public, private, and community-based organizations, as required

· Serves as the Acting Secretary to the Board of Commissioners in the absence of the CEO

· Participates in executive staff and agency-wide meetings

· Participates in the selection process for senior-level management positions.

· Monitors the agency’s preparations for various audits

· Manages Capital Fund budgets and prepares HUD reports

· Meets periodically with the residents of Public Housing; resident organizations; and public, private, and community-based organizations to gain their input regarding the provision of customer service

· Facilitates the preparation and submission of the OHA's One and Five-Year Agency Plans

Public Relations Officer:

· Manages the design of publications, public announcements and press releases to promote housing programs to residents, property owners, media and general public

· Under direction of the CEO, initiates press releases or responds to press or media inquiries

· Receives, investigates, and disposes of sensitive public inquiries and complaints

Responsible for direct supervision of the following Management Team:

· HCV Program Manager

· Property Manager

· Procurement Officer

· Resident Services Manager

Other

· Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Knowledge, Skills/Abilities, Character Traits, and Commitments

Knowledge

• Current knowledge of governmental rules and regulations and Social Service systems
• Specialized knowledge of the operation and maintenance of large-scale apartment dwellings and grounds
• Working knowledge of the principles of real estate management; working knowledge of finance and accounts as related to real estate management; ability to plan and supervise the work of others
• Broad awareness of current trends in management consulting, organizational development, and administration of public and private for-profit organizations. Ability to apply this knowledge to the management of affordable housing programs and projects

Skills/Abilities

• Able to plan, organize, monitor, and evaluate the services and activities of a large, urban public housing agency
• Keep accurate and detailed records
• Meet project deadlines and work effectively in pressure situations
• Plan and supervise the work of others
• Interpret, explain, and apply applicable laws, rules, and regulations
• Plan, communicate, articulate, and explain OHA’s financial reports, budget and performance
• Proficiency in the following programs: Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Function in a matrix-style organization with a strong teamwork culture and willingness to act positively to sustain that culture
• Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with elected and appointed officials; agency employees; residents of public housing and resident organizations; federal and state agencies; and other public, private, and community-based organizations with patience, diplomacy, tact, and courtesy
• Sensitivity to, and experience with, working with ethnically and culturally diverse individuals, communities, agencies, and organizations which comprise the constituency of OHA

Pay: Up to $120,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $120,000