Manager, Housing Development (Exempt)

The City of Oakland is an equal opportunity employer that values workforce diversity inclusion and equity. Oakland has a long history of activism around issues of justice and equity. Both oppression and this resistance to oppression have shaped the citys historical roots and the lives of its residents to this day. As public servants in one of the most diverse cities in the nation we strive to develop employees who understand the harm and impacts of systemic inequity to create lasting meaningful outcomes for everyone. Oakland strives to establish an environment that embraces the richness of culture community and individualism of employees.


Why join the City of Oaklands Housing & Community Development Department

The City of Oakland is currently recruiting to fill one Housing Development Manager vacancy within the Community Development Division of the Housing & Community Development Department (HCD). The Housing Development Manager under administrative direction of the HCD Deputy Director plans organizes manages and directs the work of the Community Development & Engagement Unit (CDE); trains and supervises assigned staff; and performs related duties as assigned. This is a unit head position that is responsible for the overall administration of the federal grant program administration grantmaking and anti-displacement services functions of the Department.

• A visionary leader. You inspire and guide teams toward innovative solutions and long-term goals while fostering an environment of collaboration and creativity.
• A creative self-initiator. You proactively identify opportunities and develop innovative ideas taking the initiative to implement projects that drive positive change.
• Analytical and a systems thinker. You effectively analyze complex problems identify patterns and develop strategic solutions that enhance overall efficiency and impact.
• Passionate about delivering quality public services to Oaklanders. You are dedicated to understanding community needs and are committed to providing effective equitable and accessible services that make a positive difference in peoples lives.
• Committed to centering equity in the development and implementation of programs. You strive to ensure that all voices are heard and valued designing initiatives that address disparities and promote inclusivity for all members of the community.

• Planning organizing managing and directing the work of the Community Development & Engagement Unit including federal grant program administration grantmaking and anti-displacement services.
• Managing and directing anti-displacement programs and activities including program design implementation evaluation monitoring and issuing Requests for Proposals.
• Developing and directing the implementation of goals objectives policies procedures and work standards for the unit.
• Developing and implementing management systems procedures and standards for federal compliance fiscal activities program evaluation and monitoring.
• Developing and implementing systems for collecting and analyzing data on unit departmental and interdepartmental activities accomplishments and trends.
• Directing the preparation of various studies and reports relating to community development issues and developing specific proposals to address them including but not limited to the following federal documents: Consolidated Plan Annual Action Plan Consolidated Annual Performance & Evaluation Report and Neighborhood Revitalization Strategy Area Plans.
• Directing the preparation and administration of the federal grant program budget compliance and performance monitoring and tracking federal spending.
• Directing the selection supervision and work evaluation for unit staff; providing for staff training and development.
• Coordinating the work of the unit with other units City departments outside agencies and community members.
• Maintaining effective relations with a variety of community organizations groups and individuals; working closely with other department leaders and City staff to provide comprehensive services and solve service delivery community and administrative issues and concerns.
• Monitoring developments related to the functions of the unit evaluating their impact on City operations and implementing policy and procedure improvements.

The following qualifications are guidelines as the appointing authority has broad discretion in filling positions in this classification.

Education
A Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in business or public administration urban planning real estate or a closely related field.

Experience
Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in housing development housing finance and/or rehabilitation program management work including three (3) years at the supervisory level.Experience in federally-funded programs is desirable.

This is an at-will position exempt from the provisions of the City of Oakland Civil Service Rules per Charter Section 902.

All applications received will beforwardedto the Housing & Community Development (HCD) Department for further consideration.

Meeting the minimum qualification requirements may not result in further consideration only the most qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews.

• Work/Life Balance: 37.5-hourwork weeks and a flexible/hybrid remote schedule
• 15 paid holidays
• Vacation: 2 weeks per year minimum with the ability to accrue more depending on public sector years of service
• Retirement: CalPERS (California Public Employees Retirement System) with a pension formula of 2.5% @ 55 (for Classic CalPERS members) and 2% @ 62 for new CalPERS members. Classic Employees contribute 8% of pre-tax wages. The City of Oakland does not participate in Social Security
• Health: The City of Oakland pays the full cost of employee and eligible dependent coverage at the Kaiser rate. Other plans include Anthem Blue Shield United Health Care and other HMO and PPO plans.
• Dental: Delta Dental full premium for employees and eligible dependents
• Vision: VSP full premium for employees and eligible dependents
• Sick leave: Employees accrue 12 days peryear.
• Deferred Compensation: 457(b) pre-tax plan and an after-tax ROTH 401(k)plan
• Other benefits include a Flexible Spending Account Wellness Program Employee Assistance Program Tuition Reimbursement Life Insurance up to $200k & Employee Training. *Please Note: Salary is negotiable within the defined range depending on qualifications. Benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice. Additional information can be found at: Working for Oakland
  

Applicants are required to submit criminal history information upon request after receiving a conditional offer of employment. If the requested information is not furnished in a timely manner applicants will not qualify for further consideration and will be removed from the eligible list.