CHN HOUSING PARTNERS Senior Applications Manager RED We are a growing nonprofit organization based in Cleveland Ohio that offers its employees a comprehensive benefits package opportunities to grow within the organization and the ability to improve the communities we serve. CHN Housing Partners:CHN is a highly seasoned nonprofit affordable housing developer housing service provider and residential mortgage lender that works with its partners to solve major housing challenges for lowincome people and underserved communities. Through our partnerships we have developed over 7000 affordable homes and each year serve over 60000 families through a wide array of housing services. We work in Ohio and neighboring states including Michigan to preserve and expand affordable housing and build equitable communities. By investing in affordable housing we are investing in families communities and the economy. We are investing in the power of the permanent address. Please click here to learn more about our Core Values and how they drive our mission and define who we are. CHN offers the following benefits to its employees:Medical (including dental and vision options) Vacation Personal and Sick Leave; Paid Maternity/Paternity/Adoption Leave; Paid Holidays; Life Insurance; 401K Plan and Tuition Reimbursement. Position Summary: The Senior Applications Manager RED (Real Estate Development) will lead the preparation and submission of funding applications for LIHTC Taxexempt Bonds HUD FHLB AHP and other Federal State and Local affordable housing resources. This individual will ensure the accuracy quality and competitiveness of applications coordinate RED team members track critical deadlines and ensure quality control and compliance with state Qualified Allocation Plans (QAPs) and other funding guidelines. The Senior Applications Manager RED will report to the Vice President of Real Estate Development and work closely with other team members to secure the necessary resources to achieve our mission of achieving the Power of a Permanent Address. A comprehensive list of essential duties and responsibilities can be found below. Pay rate available upon request. Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Applications Schedule & Submission - Lead the preparation review and submission of LIHTC Bond HUD FHLB AHP and other Federal State and Local affordable housing applications across CHNs markets ensuring compliance with funding agency requirements.
- Develop maintain and report monthly on upcoming application submission deadlines progress and capacity needs.
- Develop and maintain comprehensive checklists and tracking tools to ensure all submission components are accurate complete and timely.
- Conduct quality control reviews of applications before submission verifying alignment with state QAPs and other funding program guidelines and competitive scoring criteria.
- Identify and mitigate risks related to application scoring and funding feasibility.
- Manage multiple application deadlines simultaneously ensuring all key milestones are met.
Regulatory & Market Expertise - Monitor and analyze LIHTC Qualified Allocation Plans (QAPs) other guidelines funding solicitations (e.g. RFPs NOFAs) and programmatic changes across CHNs markets advising leadership on key developments.
- Work closely with CHNs Finance Design & Entitlements Legal Property Management and Construction teams to ensure that funding applications align with project goals and regulatory requirements.
- Engage with funding agencies and other stakeholders to clarify program policies application scoring methodologies and emerging funding opportunities.
Collaboration & Training - Partner with all members of the Real Estate Development team to develop strategic approaches for entering new markets and utilizing alternative financing tools.
- Cultivate and maintain relationships with funding partners syndicators lenders and thirdparty consultants who contribute to application success.
- Provide guidance and mentorship to development staff on affordable housing financing programs and application best practices.
Other - Special projects assigned by the Vice President of RED or Assistant Director as business needs require.
- Occasional travel throughout Ohio Michigan and Pennsylvania may be necessary and reimbursed.
Education and/or Work Experience Requirements: Required: Education: - Bachelors degree in planning finance accounting construction project management or similarfield OR equivalent work experience in the field. Advanced degrees preferred.
Experience: - 5years of work in affordable housing development with focus on affordable housing financing with LIHTC.
- Experience working with Housing Finance Agencies inOhio/Michigan/Pennsylvania.
Working Conditions and/or Physical Requirements: - Ability to perform essential job functions consistent with ADA FMLA and other standards.
- Regular and punctual attendance consistent with ADA FMLA and other standards.
Why Should You Apply - You want to be part of an organization where the work you do will have a positive and lasting difference in the community.
- Great benefits.
- Opportunities for onthejob training and/or professional development.
M/F/V/D/EOE
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