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Employment Listings from Housing Organizations

HDC regularly posts job announcements for housing organizations. If you would like to post a job with HDC, please send an email with information about the position. Note a closing date if applicable and include a website or phone number to find additional information. HDC reserves the right to edit or refuse any posting, and will limit posts to nonprofit housing and related organizations. Send to hdc@housingconsortium.org. *Please note we accept posting for our website at any time, but postings for our newletter must be in by the 25th of the month. We remove listings after 35 days. If you still want the position posted after that, you will need to contact HDC to let us know. Also, let us know if the position has been filled.

New Listings
Last updated: AUGUST 28, 2008

Housing Case Manager Criminal Justice Specialist, Plymouth Housing Group
The Housing Case Manager is responsible for the provision of intensive, individualized support within Plymouth Housing Group to formerly homeless tenants for whom mental illness, chemical dependency and repeated involvement in the criminal justice system has posed significant obstacles to housing. This position works to connect with clients pre-housing; to conduct comprehensive assessment of needs; to develop housing service plans; and to facilitate progress toward stability through one-on-one and group interaction, referral to treatment services, and coaching of practical life, tenancy, and neighbor skills. Qualifications for this position include: BA/BS degree in a human service field, advance education can be substituted for experience and/or years of experience can be substituted for the required degree and 2 years experience working with homeless and low-income individuals, significantly involved in Criminal Justice system including persons living with mental and physical illnesses, chemical dependency/addictions, disabilities, HIV/AIDS. Salary for this position is $30,000 DOE plus benefits including, medical, dental, vision, insurance long term disability, life insurance  403(b) retirement, paid vacation, sick & holiday, bus pass subsidy & EAP. To apply: Submit a letter of interest, with a current resume to and/or a PHG application to: PLYMOUTH HOUSING GROUP 2209 First Avenue, Seattle, WA  98121. FAX:   (206) 374-0602. Email: jobs@plymouthhousing.org. For more information visit www.plymouthhousing.org.

Compliance Coordinator, Plymouth Housing Group
The Compliance Coordinator plays an integral role in supporting Plymouth’s mission by ensuring we consistently meet or exceed the agreements we make to our funders.  You will act as a liaison and key “go to” person for many different parts of the organization and have the ability to influence Plymouth’s impact in the community by keeping all of our compliance records accurate and timely.  Qualifications include: one or more years of work experience in a role where managing multiple document processes and guidelines is an integral part of the role, persistence and patience in managing competing priorities, deadlines and requests and Bachelor’s degree in related field or an Associates degree with two years related experience or equivalent. Salary for this position is $35,000 – 42,000 plus benefits including, medical, dental, vision, insurance long term disability, life insurance  403(b) retirement, paid vacation, sick & holiday, bus pass subsidy & EAP. To apply: Submit a letter of interest, with a current resume to and/or a PHG application to: PLYMOUTH HOUSING GROUP 2209 First Avenue, Seattle, WA  98121. FAX:   (206) 374-0602. Email: jobs@plymouthhousing.org. For more information visit www.plymouthhousing.org.

Director of Finance & Administration, Delridge Neighborhood Development Association
The Director of Finance and Administration will strengthen and maintain a sound financial and administrative infrastructure.  He or she will lead the organization’s financial planning, ensure sound accounting and reporting, and equip managers and the board of directors to make sound financial decisions.  This position also oversees the administrative and record-keeping functions.  The Director will maintain a wide range of business and contractual relationships, and serves as a member of the organization’s management team. We seek a candidate with excellent technical accounting skills which are normally demonstrated by certification as a public accountant (CPA) or by a combination of the completion of a Masters Degree in Accounting or Finance and five to ten years of experience in a senior-level accounting position.  Salary: $66,000-$72,000 depending on experience and qualifications. To apply: Send a cover letter, resume, and work sample to: Finance & Admin Director Search, Delridge Neighborhoods Development Association, 5411 Delridge Way, SW Seattle, WA 98106. Or e-mail to personnel@dnda.org.

Director of Resident Services, St. Andrews Housing Group
The Resident Services Director is responsible for coordinating and overseeing the growing resident services program within St. Andrew’s Housing Group.  Having completed a successful pilot project to launch in-house resident services programs at one of SAHG’s properties, SAHG now is expanding its resident services programming to all of its housing projects. This position ensures that SAHG offers services that support residents’ health and well being, builds their quality of life, and increases their connectedness to their neighbors and community.  Minimum qualifications include: BA/BS degree in a human services field.  Masters degree in social work, counseling or a related human services field preferred, a minimum of 3 years experience in delivering resident services or other social services programs, a minimum of 2 years of management or supervisory experience, competent technology skills, including experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, etc). Starting Salary: $45,000-$53,000 DOE. Interested in learning more? Please send a request for the job description to info@sahg.org. To Apply: Mail or email resume and cover letter with your compensation history, salary requirements, and describing specifically why you are an ideal candidate to the address below.  Include in your cover letter or email how you learned of this position. Resident Services Search, St. Andrew's Housing Group, 1775 12th Avenue NE Suite 102, Issaquah, WA 98027. Phone:425 391 2300. Email: info@sahg.org.

Program Assistant, Building Changes
Dynamic nonprofit seeks a full-time Program Assistant to support the Program Director of Homeless Families Initiatives. Manage Program Director’s calendar, scheduling, and travel; provide executive-level support for a range of community initiatives and board committees; daily support including: business correspondence, word processing, data entry, desktop publishing, general office tasks. Qualifications include: 5 years relevant work experience; detail-oriented, organized self-starter; excellent communication skills; highly proficient with MS Office Suite. Full time position, $15-20/hour DOE plus generous fringe benefits package. COVER LETTER and RESUME by September 10, 2008, to jobs@buildingchanges.org or Building Changes, Attn: Personnel, 2014 East Madison, Suite 200, Seattle, WA 98122. Resumes will be reviewed when received. Building Changes is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Building Specialist I, Plymouth Housing Group
Building Specialists I are responsible for the monitoring and assisting with the safety and security of each building and their tenants. Most PHG buildings are staffed 7-days a week and some are staff 24-hours a day.  Most openings are for live out staff but from time to time there are live in positions in which the Building Specialist receives an apartment as part of the their compensation. The Building Specialist position is responsible for maintaining the safety and security of the building and tenants, enforcing building rules, performing janitorial, and  maintenance tasks.  In the absence of the Resident Manager, the Building Specialist is responsible for responding to and reporting tenant and building emergencies. Qualifications include: a high school diploma or GED equivalent and previous customer service experience. To apply email or visit to pick up an applications package. Send to PLYMOUTH HOUSING GROUP, 2113 Third Avenue, Seattle, WA  98121. FAX:   (206) 374-0602, Email: jobs@plymouthhousing.org. For more information visit: www.plymouthhousing.org.

Training Coordinator, Building Changes
Dynamic nonprofit seeks a Training Coordinator to initiate, develop, monitor, and coordinate all aspects of local and statewide trainings related to issues of homelessness. Qualifications include: 3 years experience working with nonprofit housing and services providers; knowledge of client populations and special needs housing and services issues; detail oriented, organized and able to manage multiple tasks and responsibilities simultaneously; excellent interpersonal, communication, and writing skills; willingness to travel. Full-time, $16.50-20.00/hour DOE plus generous fringe benefits package. To apply for this position, please send: COVER LETTER and RESUME by September 2, 2008 to jobs@buildingchanges.org or Building Changes, Attn: Personnel, 2014 East Madison, Suite 200, Seattle, WA 98122mailto:jobs@aidshousing.org. Resumes will be reviewed when received. Building Changes is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Executive Director, Oregon Opportunity Network
The Oregon Opportunity Network is seeking an Executive Director that will inspire and lead staff, board, membership, and community partners in meeting our mission to improve the lives of all Oregonians through advocacy, communications and best practices in community development. Preferred qualifications include: Coalition building and community relations experience; experience as a director or senior level executive of a nonprofit; campaign or community organizing experience. Salary will be commensurate with experience. Benefits include health and dental insurance, paid vacation, personal leave time, and retirement. For full job description and instructions for the application process visit http://www.cdnportland.org/jobs_list.html.

Controller, Housing Resources Group
Housing Resources Group, a leading Seattle non-profit housing development and management company, seeks a Controller experienced in all phases of organizational financial management. This position reports to the Director of Finance and supervises a department of four employees. The Controller position represents a unique opportunity to join an award-winning, twenty-seven year old organization and contribute to our mission of providing excellent affordable housing to low-income workers. HRG manages 27 buildings and partnerships, representing over 1700 apartments of affordable housing. HRG has flourished through leadership, vision, entrepreneurial spirit, and a commitment to our values of respect, integrity, community and excellence. For a complete position description, and for information on how to apply, please visit: http://www.hrg.org/htm/employment/current-jobs.htm

Controller, Capitol Hill Housing Improvement Program
The controller is responsible for leading the day-to-day implementation of finance and accounting policies and procedures. The controller works closely with the chief financial officer and supervises the property accountants, accounts payable specialist and payroll bookkeeper. The controller is expected to ensure a high level of service to employees and vendors. This position must maintain a high level of confidentiality. Minimum qualifications include: a Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting and 5-7 years experience in a directly related position with at least three years’ supervisory experience. Preferred qualifications include: CPA or CMA, experience with affordable housing, HUD and LIHTC and a knowledge of Fundware and Boston Post software. Salary for this position is $72,000 DOE. Please submit a resume and a cover letter to: Email: resumes@chhip.org Mail: Resumes, Capitol Hill Housing 1406 Tenth Ave. Suite 101 Seattle, WA 98122. For more information visit: www.chhip.org.

Director of Resident Services, St. Andrew's Housing Group
The Resident Services Director is responsible for coordinating and overseeing the growing resident services program within St. Andrew’s Housing Group.  Having completed a successful pilot project to launch in-house resident services programs at one of SAHG’s properties, SAHG now is expanding its resident services programming to all of its housing projects.  The Resident Services Director will execute the strategic vision of SAHG’s Board of Directors and further SAHG’s mission by establishing and coordinating resident services staffing and programming at each property.  This position ensures that SAHG offers services that support residents’ health and well being, builds their quality of life, and increases their connectedness to their neighbors and community.  Minimum qualifications include: a Bachelor's Degree in a human services field, a Masters in social work or a related field, at least 3 years experience delivering resident services or other social services programs, at least 2 years management experience and technological competancy. Salary for this is position is $45,000-$53,000 DOE. Mail or email resume and cover letter with your compensation history, salary requirements, and describing specifically why you are an ideal candidate to the address below.  Include in your cover letter or email how you learned of this position. Resident Services Search, St. Andrew's Housing Group 1775 12th Avenue NE Suite 102 Issaquah, WA 98027. Phone: 425 391 2300. Request more information at info@sahg.org

Director of Fund Development, Capitol Hill Housing Improvement Program
The Director of Fund Development will work with the executive director and Community Connections Committee to create an annual fund raising plan, will create and manage fund raising systems will be responsible for writing grants & seeking corporate gifts, manage all aspects of individual giving including major gifts and fund raising events management.   The Director of Fund Development will direct organizational communications and brand management and will organize relationship management.  The Director will support the Community Connections Committee of the board. Minimum qualifications include: a Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent is required with five or more years of experience in fund development and community relations. Proven and innovative development skills, entrepreneurial spirit. Superior oral, written, and presentation skills, and good planning and organizational skills preferred. Knowledge of donor data bases and all standard office suites. Salary for this position is $70,000. Please submit a resume and a cover letter to: Email: resumes@chhip.org Mail: Resumes, Capitol Hill Housing 1406 Tenth Ave. Suite 101 Seattle, WA 98122. For more information visit: www.chhip.org.

Regional Project & Construction Manager, Intercommunity Mercy Housing
General Description:  Performs tasks associated with the acquisition of land, buildings, new construction and/or rehabilitation of affordable housing.  Responsible for oversight of architects, design, contractors, subcontractors, engineers and trade persons.  Conduct inspections, define scope of rehabilitation required, prepare bid packages, construction contracts, supervises construction, approves progress payments. Qualifications:  Bachelors degree in economics, finance, business administration, or related field.  Three to five years in construction management, housing development, real estate or finance.  Experience with local, state, federal housing funds.  Experience in government contract administration.   Experience with sustainable housing development. Salary range $59,910 - $85,000. Contact Joanne LaTuchie at Intercommunity Mercy Housing for a complete job description and more information. 206-838-5700 extension 13.

Area Administrator, King County Housing Authority
The King County Housing Authority, a high performing nationally recognized leader in affordable
housing is currently recruiting for the position of Area Administrator for the North and Eastside areas.
Work will include developing community support programs, implementing family self-sufficiency
programs, or supporting families to maintain and improve their residential quality of life. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor s degree in Social Services, Human Services or related field and two years of relevant work experience providing service coordination and/or case management working with diverse populations, including low income youth & families and/or adults with disabilities, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. The salary for this position is $3,699.07 $4,323.29 per month DOE. The excellent benefit package includes medical, dental, vision, vacation pay, sick pay, holiday pay, life insurance, long term disability insurance, retirement and 457b, mileage reimbursement, positive corporate culture and commitment to a diverse workplace plus more!Submit cover letter, resume and application (available on our website) to KCHA, Human Resources, Job #08-25, 600 Andover Park W, Tukwila, WA 98188. This position is open until filled with first review on August 25, 2008. For more information visit www.kcha.org.

Fundraising & Grant Coordinator, Plymouth Housing Group
Come join a small, dynamic team of fundraising professionals who are helping making our city a better place to live for everyone. Plymouth Housing Group, one of the largest providers of housing for formerly homeless people in the Seattle area for the last 28 years, needs an experienced Fundraising and Grants Coordinator. Responsibilities include managing fundraising department operations, database management and gift processing, managing donor correspondence, supporting the Resource Development Director, meeting planning, special event support, and grant management. Qualifications include: Associate's Degree or equivalent experience, Bachelor's Degree preferred, experience writing and with fund software. We are looking for a self-starter with strong attention to detail, ability to multi-task and work independently, with at least three years experience in non-profit fundraising. Salary for this position is $32,000, DOE. Benefits, including medical, dental & vision insurance, long-term disability, group life insurance, 403(B) retirement plan, paid vacation, sick & holiday, bus pass subsidy & EAP. To apply send resume and letter of interest to: PLYMOUTH HOUSING GROUP 2113 Third Avenue, Seattle, WA 98121. FAX: (206) 374-0602. Email: jobs@plymouthhousing.org. For more information visit www.plymouthhousing.org.

Assistant Resident Manager, Capitol Hill Housing Improvement Program
The Assistant Manager will live on site in rental properties and provide general back-up support for the    Resident Manager when s/he is off the premises.  The Assistant Manager does not have authority from   CHH to function as its agent in any matter except those outlined below and in the event of a life or       property threatening emergency.  In the event of an emergency, the Assistant Manager shall take any action necessary to avoid the loss of life and/or property and then promptly report such action to CHH.Qualifications include: a High School Degree or GED, experience working with a variety of people, standard business English and ability to read, speak and write. All employees at CHH are employees at will. The job description outlined above is not intended to represent an absolute or final list of all elements, activities or duties of the job. The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by the person assigned to this position. Compensation for this position is a free unit in the complex. Please submit a resume and a cover letter to: Email: resumes@chhip.org Mail: Resumes, Capitol Hill Housing 1406 Tenth Ave. Suite 101 Seattle, WA 98122. For more information visit: www.chhip.org.

Resident Manager, Capitol Hill Housing Improvement Program
The Resident Manager will live on site in rental properties and provide support for the tenants. All           activities are to be carried out in full accordance with the Rental Management and Maintenance Service     Program Policies and Procedures Manual. Qualifications include: a High School Degree or GED, experience working with a variety of people, standard business English and ability to read, speak and write. All employees at CHH are employees at will. The job description outlined above is not intended to represent an absolute or final list of all elements, activities or duties of the job. The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by the person assigned to this position. Please submit a resume and a cover letter to: Email: resumes@chhip.org Mail: Resumes, Capitol Hill Housing 1406 Tenth Ave. Suite 101 Seattle, WA 98122. For more information visit: www.chhip.org.

Property Accountant II, Capitol Hill Housing Improvement Program
The property accountant II is responsible for the day-to-day implementation of policies, procedures, of the accounting department. The property accountant II works closely with the controller, property accountant I, accounts payable and property managers to ensure a high level of service to vendors and employees. This position must maintain a high level of confidentiality. Qualifications include: a Bachelor's Degree, 3-5 years of experience in accounting (preferably in affordable housing or property management), knowledge of Fundware and Boston Post a plus. All employees at CHH are employees at will. The job description outlined above is not intended to represent an absolute or final list of all elements, activities or duties of the job. The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by the person assigned to this position. Salary for this position is $52,000, DOE. Please submit a resume and a cover letter to: Email: resumes@chhip.org Mail: Resumes, Capitol Hill Housing 1406 Tenth Ave. Suite 101 Seattle, WA 98122. For more information visit: www.chhip.org.

Property Accountant I, Capitol Hill Housing Improvement Program
The property accountant I is responsible for the day-to-day implementation of policies and procedures of the accounting department. The property accountant I works closely with the controller, property accountant II, accounts payable and payroll to ensure a high level of service to vendors and employees. This position must maintain a high level of confidentiality. Qualifications include: a Bachelor's Degree, 1 or more years of relevant work experience in accounting (experience may substitute education), experience in affordable housing a plus. All employees at CHH are employees at will. The job description outlined above is not intended to represent an absolute or final list of all elements, activities or duties of the job. The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by the person assigned to this position. Salary for this position is $45,000, DOE. Please submit a resume and a cover letter to: Email: resumes@chhip.org Mail: Resumes, Capitol Hill Housing 1406 Tenth Ave. Suite 101 Seattle, WA 98122. For more information visit: www.chhip.org.

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