Executive Director

Aberdeen Housing Authority is seeking an innovative leader to be our Executive Director to continue the mission of assisting individuals and families by providing stable and affordable housing. The Authority administers 100 Federal Public Housing units, 83 Multifamily units, 141 Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) units, and 500 Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers in five counties in South Dakota. The Authority also administers federal grants housing and security deposit assistance for those who are homeless or about to be homeless in Aberdeen, SD. Under general supervision of the Aberdeen Housing Authority (AHA) Board of Directors, our Executive Director will be responsible for the administration, direction, and coordination of personnel and activities of the Aberdeen Housing Authority. Responsible for the review, development, implementation, direction, planning, budgeting, policies, and procedures and other related Authority program activities. Schedule/Hours: Monday – Thursday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. & Friday 8:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. (1/2 hour for lunch, M-F).

What you will do!

• Responsible for the planning, development, administration, coordination, direction, enforcement, budgeting occupancy, and review of all Housing Authority Programs and services.
• Directs, supervises, hires, trains, evaluates, and disciplines personnel.
• Acts as the Aberdeen Housing Authority Personnel Officer assuring that all personnel policies, procedures, position descriptions and general personnel practices conform with all applicable statutes.
• Prepares and maintains accurate records and reports for AHA Board information/approval, not limited to financial, policies, occupancy, maintenance, utility, investments, etc.
• Preparation of the Housing Authority’s Annual Budgets (in coordination with Accounting staff) to be submitted to the Board of Commissioners for approval.
• Serves as the Authority’s liaison and principal contact with HUD and SDHDA to ensure compliance with the terms of the Consolidated Annual Contributions Contract and Management Agreements.
• Confers with HUD and SDHDA representatives concerning fiscal and occupancy audits, year-end reporting, and management reviews.
• Reviews overall needs of AHA and makes recommendations to the Board. • Keep staff informed of changes and new program requirements through attending conferences and workshops regarding housing programs.
• Monitor utilization of the S8 Housing Choice Voucher Program Allocations from HUD to Aberdeen Housing Authority’s five county regions.
• Responsible for year-end reports for all programs, which include PHAS (Public Housing Assessment System) and SEMAP (Section 8 Management Assessment Program).
• Responsible for updating the Aberdeen Housing Authority Annual Plan and 5-year Plan.
• Prepare or supervise preparation of grant applications and other funding proposals to fulfill housing needs.
• Continually assess the housing needs of the City of Aberdeen and determine the appropriate Aberdeen Housing Authority response to those needs. Manage all aspects of the housing development process.

What you will need!

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Accounting, Finance Administration, Economics, or related field and 3 years of applicable experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Considerable knowledge of effective methods of supervision of personnel, programs, activities, finance/accounting and administration.
• Skill and ability in developing and maintaining good interpersonal skills acting as a liaison between federal, state, and local agencies.
• Ability to plan, organize, direct, and manage assigned AHA programs.
• Knowledge of authoritative sources, such as Code of Federal Regulations, Federal Registers, handbooks, and notices, to assist in the evaluation of complex laws, rules, and regulations affecting the Authority.
•  Knowledge in all areas of construction needed to supervise capital improvements. Ability to monitor Capital Funds to adequately fund projects for Public Housing project. Ability to work with SDHDA for needed capital improvements for the Section 8 New Construction project.
• Knowledge in all areas of property management principles and functions for residential and commercial property.
• Able to develop, implement, monitor, and enforce fiscal policies and activities to ensure compliance with the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), South Dakota Housing Development Authority (SDHDA), and AHA Board of Commissioners’ regulations or guidelines.
• Able to establish and maintain a good liaison with community groups/officials, HUD and SDHDA officials. Works with community officials and organizations whose missions are compatible with the mission of AHA.
• Deals effectively, in writing or orally, with subordinates and the general public.
• Must have a valid drivers license 

What we offer!

• Competitive compensation $105,000 to $120,000/year based on experience/education
• Benefit package including medical (employer pays a portion), dental and vision insurance; State Retirement 6% of employee’s earnings are contributed to the South Dakota Retirement System (SDRS) & Aberdeen Housing Authority matches 6%.; paid Life Insurance; and AFLAC supplemental insurance.
• Paid Time Off 
• Paid holidays (federal) including the Day after Thanksgiving & Christmas Eve

Interested in this great opportunity to join our team at Aberdeen Housing Authority, apply today!

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