The Philadelphia Housing Authority, America's fourth largest public housing authority and leader in real estate development and property management is seeking a Senior Advisor.

Salary range: $92,300.00 - $119,900.00 annually.

Summary

Under the general direction of the Chief of Staff, the Senior Advisor will be responsible and accountable for serving as an authoritative advisor to the President/CEO, senior executives and other key stakeholders of PHA. This position will monitor and advise on current housing, redevelopment, public administration and other strategic initiatives and operational programs, as assigned. The Senior Advisor will also serve as executive office liaison with senior management, multi-disciplinary departmental groups, key stakeholders and the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD); as determined by work assignments.

Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the President & CEO.

Essential Functions:

Serves as an advisor to the President/CEO, senior staff and other key stakeholders by performing functions which include a broad range of strategic, programmatic and operational tasks. This work will involve independent research and analysis of complex issues regarding housing programs and policies, federal and local regulations and other matters pertaining to affordable housing.

Plays a key role in the development of PHA’s strategic plan, initiatives and process re-engineering efforts. Identifies resource requirements, designs and implements assigned project plans, coordinates the logistics and leads work groups’ participation as assigned.

Assists with translating PHA’s vision and strategic initiatives into broadly defined departmental goals or objectives with recommended sequence of steps to achieve them; ensures objectives and milestones are appropriately documented. Conducts follow-up evaluations to ensure milestones are achieved within the established time frame.

Collaborates with department leaders (subject matter experts (SME)) to assess the effectiveness of recommended changes or modifications of procedures or policies, if necessary.

Develops effective linkages with PHA’s departments, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), local governments, and community agencies on matters related to PHA operations.

Coordinates and/or contributes to the preparation of written proposals for grant funding, in partnership with the Grants department.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge

Mastery knowledge of the principles of general management, public and business administration, and their application in government

Advance skill and ability to research, analyze information and formulate recommendations from the findings to include interpretation of and making decisions in accordance with laws, regulations, ordinances, policies and procedures;

Comprehensive knowledge of public housing programs and governing federal, state, and local laws and regulations

Excellent oral and written presentation and public speaking skills; and the ability to formulate and present report conclusions, explain and interpret factual information, and endure cohesive and cooperative work efforts.

Highly developed planning and organizing skills.

Required Skills

Project management and program evaluation

Research and writing

Understanding of federal, state, and local regulations

Real estate development and planning

Grant writing

Interacting with individuals of various socio-economic and ethnic backgrounds

Communicating effectively both verbally and in writing with audiences possessing varied education, economic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with emphasis in public administration, business administration, public policy, urban planning or a related field; and at least five years of housing operations management work experience, including at least two years senior level management experience in public housing, affordable housing, and/or real estate redevelopment environment; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Master's degree preferred.

A valid Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Driver's License is required.

The Philadelphia Housing Authority is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability.