Finance Director Erie Metropolitan Housing Authority (EMHA) seeks a qualified Finance Director. This position is responsible for the control and management of the finance department in accordance with applicable regulations and GAAP. Responsibilities include: Accounting, payroll, benefits, information systems, procurement, auditing and other duties as assigned. Qualified applicants should be a Degreed Accountant with secondary education (Bachelor) degree in accounting, finance, or related discipline; two (2) years of accounting/financial management experience; or equivalent. Experience in HUD accounting and financial reporting is desirable. Must be bondable, insurable and have a valid Ohio vehicle operator’s license. Preemployment physical and drug screening required. This is a full-time (40 hours per week; M -F) / non-bargaining unit position with benefits package. Submit resume with cover letter to ATTN: Executive Director; EMHA; 322 Warren Street; Sandusky, OH 44870 (mail), by fax to (419) 621-4254, or email to mbeier@eriemetrohousing.org. Resumes will be accepted until 4:00 PM on Friday, May 14, 2021. Visit www.eriemetrohousing.org for job posting/description. No phone calls. EOE

Erie Metropolitan Housing Authority (EMHA) seeks a qualified Director for the Erie County Senior Center (ECSC).  This position supervises the ECSC Staff including Volunteer Staff; Develops and implements programs for senior citizens that foster independent living; Directs the daily operations of the Senior Center; and Supervises the administration of the Center including the Nutrition Program. This position is responsible for Funding / Grant writing / Develop resources for staffing, programs, and initiatives that are responsive to community needs; Develop and maintain good public relations and work with area agencies.  Applicants should have a Bachelor degree in an area of study related to business or public administration. Master degree preferred. 5 - 7 yrs. experience in family development; 3 - 5 yrs. supervisory experience; 1 - 3 yrs. experience with word processing, spreadsheet, internet, and database software.  Must possess a Valid Ohio Vehicle operator’s license, and be insurable under EMHA.  This is a part-time (25 hrs. per wk) position; starting rate $22.00 after probation. Pre-employment physical and drug screening required.  Submit resume with cover letter to ATTN: Executive Director; EMHA; 322 Warren Street; Sandusky, OH 44870 (mail), by fax to (419) 621-4254, or email to mbeier@eriemetrohousing.org. Resumes will be accepted until 4:00 PM on Friday, April 30, 2021.  Visit www.eriemetrohousing.org for job posting/description. No phone calls.  EOE

VICE PRESIDENT FOR BUSINESS MANAGEMENT

The Fort Wayne Housing Authority (FWHA) is seeking a highly qualified Vice President for Business Management (VPBM) to be the principal business adviser to the Chief Executive Officer. A description of the general duties, responsibilities, and competencies can be found on the agency website at www.fwha.org. The VPBM will lead and manage business functions and initiatives in collaboration with the CEO, Director of Finance, business partners, funding providers and investors. Candidates should have the ability to cultivate an organizational business culture, make sound business decisions and formulate business models that ensure agency cost-effectiveness and cost-efficiency in agency operations, engage in financial decision-making on real estate transactions, and forecast and analyze affordable housing industry business trends.

FWHA is a HUD high-performer agency, the largest affordable housing provider in the community and the second largest housing authority in Indiana.  FWHA has an operating budget of $50 million, manages 900 units of affordable housing (public housing and tax credit properties) and administers 3100 Housing Choice Vouchers. The agency has a nonprofit entity, Housing Opportunities Program, that has completed four new housing developments. In addition, FWHA administers 170 vouchers for the Decatur Housing Authority. Under the leadership of Chief Executive Officer George Guy, the agency is a proven “go-to” provider and developer of affordable housing that will meet the unique needs of Fort Wayne.  A culture has been established that ensures residents and community stakeholders will be provided with strong leadership, strategic thinking, innovative solutions, and prioritization of resident self-sufficiency that has positioned FWHA as a national leader in the affordable housing industry.  The agency is also pursuing Moving to Work and Choice Neighborhoods Initiative designations.

A Bachelor’s degree in public administration, business administration, business management, public finance or a closely related discipline is required.  A Master’s degree in these same discipline areas as well as a Certified Public Accountant designation is preferred.  Experience in the affordable housing industry is preferred, but not required, if the candidate has demonstrated progressively responsible growth in the business sector.  Candidates with exceptional academic or experience backgrounds that compensate for an academic or experience deficiency may still be considered at the discretion of the CEO.    Candidates will be required to provide academic credentials, work history, and salary history verification.  The consultant will complete criminal and credit history background checks. 

Compensation for the position is negotiable, depending on the qualifications and experience of the chosen candidate. FWHA is an equal opportunity employer. Please email a one-page cover letter, a two-page resume, and a listing of three professional references to Stan Quy, President / Principal of The Organizational Leadership Edge at Squy@cox.net. The position is open until filled.  However, the goal of the agency is to fill the position expeditiously and candidates that are highly qualified may be interviewed shortly after application submittal.

The Morgan County Housing Authority (MCHA), Illinois is seeking a highly qualified and experienced applicant for the position of Executive Director. MCHA administers approximately 408 public housing units for families, single occupant households and senior citizens and administers approximately 180 rental vouchers through the Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) Program. Employees and staff also oversee a non-for-profit Morgan County Civic Services and three tax credit prope1ties: The Downtown Commons; Gilmore Estates; and Prairie Estates. MCHA is governed by a five-member Board of Commissioners and employs 20 staff.

The ideal candidate for this agency will be a strategic, collaborative and innovative leader, able to plan, direct, manage and oversee all staff activities and strategic operations of the agency and its related affiliate. The candidate should have progressive management experience in public and affordable housing and a strong understanding of finance, human resources, community development, public administration or a closely-related field. A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree or work experience is required. Computer proficiency is also required. Excellent communication and interpretation skills are necessary to build positive business relationships, a team-oriented working environment, and ensure that Board adopted strategies and goals are met. Must also establish and maintain strong relationships with community stakeholders and local municipal leaders. The successful applicant must be bondable, pass a criminal history background and a drug/alcohol test. Salary is commensurate with experience and education, and will include a full range of benefits, including retirement, health care, paid vacation and sick leave. Submit a cover letter and resume to: Executive Director Search, c/o Eric Hanson, 822 Infantry Drive, Suite 100, Joliet, IL 60435 or via email at ehanson@msclawfirm.com. Open until a candidate is selected.

The Morgan County Housing Authority, Illinois is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

Erie Metropolitan Housing Authority (EMHA) seeks a qualified Inspector/Maintenance Mechanic I. This position oversees the inspection process for HCV and Public Housing assisted units, and performs maintenance duties in EMHA owned/managed properties. Must be skilled in the use of hand tools and equipment to perform general maintenance, heating, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and drywall repairs. Must have ability to work independently, perform on-call duties when required, and lift 60 lbs. Applicants are required to have a high school diploma or equivalency, valid Ohio Vehicle operator’s license, and be insurable under EMHA. One to two yrs. prior experience in a program serving low-income clientele. Two years demonstrated experience, effectiveness, and efficiency in customer service environment. Ability to pass certification examinations. Must be able to work in adverse conditions, such as sleet, snow, heat, cold, dust and dirt. This is a full-time bargaining unit position with benefits package. Pre-employment physical and drug screening required. Submit resume with cover letter to ATTN: Executive Director; EMHA; 322 Warren Street; Sandusky, OH 44870 (mail), by fax to (419) 621-4254, or email to mbeier@eriemetrohousing.org. Resumes will be accepted until 4:00 PM on Friday, March 12, 2021. Visit www.eriemetrohousing.org for job posting/description. No phone calls. EOE

SENIOR CENTER DIRECTOR – ERIE COUNTY

 Erie Metropolitan Housing Authority (EMHA) seeks a qualified Director for the Erie County Senior Center (ECSC).  This position supervises the ECSC Staff including Volunteer Staff; Develops and implements programs for senior citizens that foster independent living; Directs the daily operations of the Senior Center; and Supervises the administration of the Center including the Nutrition Program. This position is responsible for Funding / Grant writing / Develop resources for staffing, programs, and initiatives that are responsive to community needs; Develop and maintain good public relations and work with area agencies.  Applicants should have a Bachelor degree in an area of study related to business or public administration. Master degree preferred. 5 - 7 yrs. experience in family development; 3 - 5 yrs. supervisory experience; 1 - 3 yrs. experience with word processing, spreadsheet, internet, and database software.  Must possess a Valid Ohio Vehicle operator’s license, and be insurable under EMHA.  This is a part-time (25 hrs. per wk) position; starting rate $22.00 after probation. Pre-employment physical and drug screening required.  Submit resume with cover letter to ATTN: Executive Director; EMHA; 322 Warren Street; Sandusky, OH 44870 (mail), by fax to (419) 621-4254, or email to mbeier@eriemetrohousing.org. Resumes will be accepted until 4:00 PM on Friday, February 12, 2021.  Visit www.eriemetrohousing.org for job posting/description. No phone calls.  EOE

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

The Inkster Housing Commission (IHC) is seeking a highly qualified candidate to lead and manage the agency’s portfolio that includes 751 Housing Choice Vouchers and 734 Public Housing units.  IHC is governed by a five-member Board of Commissioners and employs 34 staff.  IHC is currently designated by HUD as a troubled housing authority.  Inkster Michigan is a suburban community of 25,000 in the Detroit Metropolitan Area.

The successful candidate should have completed a minimum of a Bachelors degree preferably in business administration, public administration, public finance, urban planning, public policy, urban studies or a closely related field.  Additionally, candidates should have a minimum of six (6) years of progressively responsible experience with a public housing authority, non-profit housing organization, or a private housing management firm.  However, candidates with exceptional academic or experience backgrounds that compensate for an academic or experience deficiency may still be considered at the discretion of the IHC Board of Commissioners.  Finalists will be required to provide academic, work history, and salary history verification.  The consultant will complete criminal and credit history background checks.

The executive recruiter can provide additional information regarding the expected knowledge, skills and abilities and the position description.  It is expected that the selected candidate will have the leadership, management, technical and interpersonal knowledge, skills and abilities to be a high-performing Executive Director of IHC.  Compensation for the position is negotiable, depending on the qualifications and experience of the chosen candidate.  IHC is an equal opportunity employer.  Please submit a one-page cover letter, a two-page resume that includes salary history and a listing of three professional references.  Please submit an email version of the application document to both Stan Quy, President / Principal of the Organizational Leadership Edge at squy@cox.net and Julie Jankowski, Human Resources Staff for IHC at hrtemp@inkster.com.  The deadline for submittal of applications is November 25, 2020 by 5:00PM Central Time.

Executive Director Position – Fort Madison Housing Authority (FMHA) of Fort Madison, Iowa, is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Executive Director to lead the Authority in its management of its Public Housing and Housing Choice Voucher Program.  The FMHA administers 80 units of Elderly/Disabled housing, 54 units of Family Housing and 70 Housing Choice Vouchers.   The FMHA also administers management / maintenance of 22 units for the Lee County Housing Initiative Program.

 The Executive Director is responsible for all aspects of its Public Housing and Voucher Program including but not limited to supervising a staff of six employees,  

 The qualified applicant should possess a wide range of skills in public housing operations, office management, accounting, customer service; computer proficiency and the ability to function courteously with residents and employees.  The applicant must be PHA certified or certifiable within one year of employment.

Salary is negotiable and the Housing Authority offers an excellent benefit package and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

 Interested applicants must submit a resume and cover letter marked Confidential to:

Chairman of the Board, Fort Madison Housing Authority, 1102 48^th Street, Suite #1, Fort Madison, IA  52627.  Or email to: fortmadisonha@mchsi.com

 Deadline for resumes: October 15, 2020

The Hall County (NE) Housing Authority (HCHA) is seeking a highly qualified candidate to lead and manage the agency’s operating budget of $3.8 million and portfolio that includes 849 Housing Choice Vouchers, 440 Public Housing units, and 20 LIHTC units.  HCHA is governed by a seven-member Board of Commissioners and employs 20 staff.  HCHA is a Standard Performer in Public Housing and a High Performer in the Housing Choice Voucher Program.  The agency also manages the Hastings Housing Authority and the Aurora Housing Authority.  Grand Island is the third largest city in Nebraska and the Hall County population is 58,607.

The successful candidate should have completed a minimum of a Bachelors degree preferably in business administration, public administration, public finance, urban planning, public policy, urban studies or a closely related field.  Additionally, candidates should have a minimum of six (6) years of progressively responsible experience with a public housing authority, non-profit housing organization, or a private housing management firm.  However, candidates with exceptional academic or experience backgrounds that compensate for an academic or experience deficiency may still be considered at the discretion of the HCHA Board of Commissioners.  Finalists will be required to provide academic, work history, and salary history verification.  The consultant will complete criminal and credit history background checks.

The HCHA website contains additional information regarding the expected knowledge, skills and abilities, the position description, and recruitment brochure.  It is expected that the selected candidate will have the leadership, management, technical and interpersonal knowledge, skills and abilities to be a high-performing Executive Director of HCHA.  Compensation for the position is negotiable, depending on the qualifications and experience of the chosen candidate.  It is required that the selected Executive Director will establish residency in Grand Island or the immediate vicinity.  HCHA is an equal opportunity employer.  Please submit a one-page cover letter, a two-page resume that includes salary history and a listing of three professional references.  Please submit an email version of the application document to Stan Quy, President / Principal of the Organizational Leadership Edge at Squy@cox.net.The deadline for submittal of applications is Monday, August 31, 2020 by 5:00PM Central Time.

ERIE METROPOLITAN HOUSING AUTHORITY

322 Warren Street, Sandusky OH 44870

RECEPTIONIST / WORK ORDER CLERK

Erie Metropolitan Housing Authority (EMHA) seeks a qualified Receptionist / Work Order Clerk.  Responsibilities include: greeting public in friendly, courteous manner, answering telephone, taking accurate messages, and/or referring caller to the appropriate staff person, generating work orders, purchasing the maintenance supplies, and controlling the maintenance inventory stock.  Qualified applicants must have superior skills in the areas of computers, typing (45wpm), communication and office practices. Ability to lift 45 lbs.  Applicants are required to have a high school diploma or equivalency, valid Ohio Vehicle operator’s license, and be insurable under EMHA.  Applicants must have one year of prior experience in general office work; housing experience and post-secondary education are preferred. This is a full-time (40 hours per week; M -F) / bargaining unit position with benefits package.  Pre-employment physical and drug screening required.  Submit resume with cover letter to ATTN: Executive Director; EMHA; 322 Warren Street; Sandusky, OH 44870 (mail), by fax to (419) 621-4254, or email to mbeier@eriemetrohousing.org. Resumes will be accepted until 4:00 PM on Friday, July 17, 2020.  Visit www.eriemetrohousing.org for job posting/description. No phone calls.  EOE