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Housing Development Consortium of Seattle-King County

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: February 3, 2010

Assistant Resident Manager - Devonshire, Capitol Hill Housing
Capitol Hill Housing is a public development authority (a municipal corporation) chartered by the City of Seattle to meet the need for affordable housing and preserve neighborhood character in Seattle.  Capitol Hill Housing believes it is an appropriate obligation of our society to provide all individuals with access to quality, affordable, safe housing.  The Assistant Resident Manager will live on site in rental properties and provide support for the tenants.  Responsibilities: Clean halls, stairs and other common areas as needed and as directed by the Property Manager or Resident Manager; Assist Manager with unit turn-over, maintaining a 14 day turn time; Assist Manager in full unit paint and/or wash down, walls, cabinets, closets, ceilings; Maintain garden/green areas and sweep sidewalks around building, and more.  Qualifications include: High school diploma or GED preferred; Ability to speak read and write in standard business English; Experience working with a diverse population; The ability to work effectively with people of diverse personalities, cultures and communication styles; The ability to life 40 pounds, walk stairs, climb ladders, and operate generally accepted cleaning tools.  Compensation: This is a 20 hour per week, part-time benefited position with a free one bedroom unit and $100 cash compensation per month DOE.  To apply: submit resume and cover letter resume@chhip.org or mail to: Resumes, Capitol Hill Housing, 1406 Tenth Ave. Suite 101, Seattle, WA 98122.  Click here for a full job description.

Office Assistant, 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 Part-time Office Assistant for the Construction Department. This is a Long-Term Temporary position with a duration of approximately two years. Responsibilities: Under the supervision of the Senior Management Analyst, copy and assemble documents and bid packages for distribution. Provide filing and other clerical assistance to staff. Provide assistance with the Certified Payroll Compliance reviews, and more. Requirements: high school degree and some general office work experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Work requires knowledge of standard office procedures and practices, Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and internet. Compensation: $15.38/hr to $17.69/hr DOE and excellent benefits. To apply: send cover letter, resume and complete application materials (available on our website @ www.kcha.org) to KCHA, Human Resources, Job #10-02, 600 Andover Park West, Seattle, WA 98188. This position will close on February 10, 2010 at 4:30pm. Click here for a full job description.

Administrative Specialist, King County Housing Authority
King County Housing Authority, a high performing nationally recognized leader in affordable housing is currently recruiting for the position of Administrative Specialist in the Housing Repair and Weatherization Department located in Tukwila, WA. Responsibilities: Under the supervision of the Department Director, administer the requirements of the federal (Davis Bacon and Related Acts) and state (Washington State Prevailing Wage Law) laws pertaining to job classification, payment and reporting of appropriate wages; provide support to other department functions related to carrying out weatherization and/or repair of single and multi-family properties for low-and moderate-income households, and more. Qualifications: Associate’s degree plus one to three years experience in a position with administrative responsibility, working knowledge of payroll practices in the construction industry and experience working with contractors a plus. Compensation: $20.48 -$23.55 per hour DOE plus excellent benefits. To apply: send cover letter, resume and complete application materials (available on our website @ www.kcha.org) to KCHA, Human Resources, Job #10-01, 600 Andover Park West, Seattle, WA 98188. This position will close on February 9, 2010 at 4:30pm. Click here for a full job description.

Senior Asset Manager, Common Ground
Common Ground is a nonprofit consulting agency with the mission to preserve and create housing for low income and special needs populations in Washington State. We currently have an opening for an experienced Senior Asset Manager to join our team of committed professionals.The Senior Asset Manager is a skilled affordable housing consultant. The person in this position works independently to provide direct project and portfolio assistance to owners of subsidized affordable housing. In addition to serving as a project manager on multiple projects, Senior Asset Manager roles may include mentoring, leading, coordinating, and directly performing capacity building and asset management services. Skills and direct experience in affordable housing asset management, property management, and development finance are minimum qualifications for this position. The position also includes providing technical assistance to nonprofits for both asset management and related capacity building activities. The Senior Asset Manager works independently in a dynamic work environment with teams of skilled affordable housing professionals, under the general direction of a Managing Developer. The ideal candidate would bring experience with strategic planning, organizational development, program planning, and community development. Skills required to deliver technical assistance include: excellent listening and communication skills; ability to organize and facilitate groups; team building and conflict resolution skills; and the ability to prepare and deliver presentations and formal training sessions. Visit our website at www.commongroundwa.org for a complete job description. To apply, submit a resume and cover letter, describing your interest and qualifications for this position by 5 PM, Friday, February 12 to lizw@commongroundwa.org.

Director of Property Management, SCIDpda
Seattle Chinatown International District Preservation and Development Authority (SCIDpda) works to promote and develop the Seattle Chinatown International District as a vibrant community and unique ethnic neighborhood through its programs and services.  Currently there is an opening for a Director of Property Management. This position reports to the Chief Operating Officer and is part of the Senior Management Team. The Director of Property Management is responsible for overseeing property management, analyzing and addressing existing and emergent issues in the properties, and staff development. Responsibilities include: Hire, train and supervise Property Management staff; Oversees the physical and economic health, leasing and compliance of all SCIDpda-owned and/or managed properties; Customer relations; Develops, recommends and implements procedures to improve management of buildings, projects and service delivery and guides staff in carrying out SCIDpda policies.  Qualifications: Knowledge of non-profit administration or operations management, at a level normally acquired through completion of a Bachelor’s Degree. Advanced degree or course work preferred.  Seven to ten years of progressively responsible management experience with responsibility for supervising line staff and daily operations required, preferably in a non-profit setting. Experience in community development, property management, and social services preferred.  To apply: send resume and cover letter to: SCIDpda, Attention: Human Resources, P.O. Box 3302, Seattle, WA 98114; via fax: 206-467-6376; or email: HR@scidpda.org.  Click here for a full job description.

Property Accountant II, Capitol Hill Housing
Capitol Hill Housing is a public development authority (a municipal corporation) chartered by the City of Seattle to meet the need for affordable housing and preserve neighborhood character in Seattle.  We currently have an opening for an experienced Property Accountant II. The Property Accountant II is responsible for accounting and financial reporting of affiliated entities and CHH owned buildings regulated by HUD. The Property Accountant II works closely with the Controller, Property Accountant I, Accounts Payable and Portfolio Managers. This position must maintain a high level of confidentiality. Responsibilities: project accountant for affiliated entities & HUD buildings, ensure CHH accounting policies and procedures are upheld, revenue accounting utilizing Boston Post system, process mortgage payments, and more.  Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in accounting or equivalent, relevant work experience in accounting, preferably in property management, may substitute for education, three to five years work experience in accounting preferably in affordable housing and/or property management, knowledge of Fundware and/or Boston Post software a plus.  Compensation: $52,000 annually doe. This is a regular full-time exempt position with full company paid medical and dental, sick leave, vacation and holidays.  To apply: submit resume and cover letter to resume@CHHIP.org or Human Resources, Capitol Hill Housing, 1406 10th Avenue, Suite 101, Seattle, WA 98122.  Open until filled.  Click here for a full job description.

Budget Analyst, Seattle Housing Authority
The Seattle Housing Authority, a nationally recognized leader in developing and maintaining innovative, affordable housing communities, is recruiting for a Budget Analyst.  Responsibilities: Perform varied and complex financial management, budget and accounting analyses; actively provide leadership or participate on cross-functional teams as an authoritative representative of the Chief Financial Officer and the Budget Manager.  Qualifications include: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, Accounting or related field required plus at least three years experience in public sector budgeting, finance, accounting, or directly related experience required. Training in housing finance, particularly low-income housing tax credits and documented training/proficiency in enterprise accounting/budgeting systems desirable.  Experience applying GAAP accounting principles and familiarity with basic financial statements.  Compensation: $58K + DOE and excellent benefits.  To apply: submit an online application at http://www.seattlehousing.org/jobs or visit our Job Center Kiosks weekdays between 8:00 am – 4:00 pm, except holidays, at: Seattle Housing Authority - First Floor, Human Resources Job Center Kiosk, 120 Sixth Avenue North, PO Box 19028, Seattle, Washington 98109-1028.  This job is open until filled, with first review on 1/8/10 at 4:00 PM.  Click here for a full job description.

Housing Assistance, King County Housing Authority
King County Housing Authority, a high performing nationally recognized leader in affordable housing is currently recruiting for the position of Housing Assistant monitoring compliance for the low income tax credit properties. The position is located at the Central Application Center (CAC) in Shoreline.  Responsibilities: Under the supervision of the CAC Regional Manager, the Housing Assistant will collect, process, and verify housing assistance documentation and files; Enter applications into a centralized computer database, monitor and track Tax Credit certifications and file reviews; Return incomplete applications; Answer applicant questions over the phone or in person, and more.  Requirements include: High School diploma or equivalent and one to two years experience working in affordable housing or an equivalent combination of education and experience, ability to work with the public with tact and diplomacy, must have computer knowledge.  Compensation: $16.92—$18.68 per hour DOE and excellent benefits package.  To apply: send cover letter, resume and complete original application materials (available on our website @ www.kcha.org) to KCHA, Human Resources, Job #09-37, 600 Andover Park West, Seattle, WA 98188. This position will close on January 4, 2010. Click here for a full job description.

Communications Assistant, Wellspring Family Services
Resource Development is seeking a talented Assistant to support the Development team by creating and maintaining relationships with the public, donors and other departments.  Responsibilities: work with the Community Relations Manager on such print projects as letterhead, business cards, brochures and public relations materials stock; assist with internal and external communications such as newsletters, website, mass emails, social networking postings and other online opportunities; manage the Agency's Info email account, directing inquiries to the appropriate person. The Assistant will also help with all communication activities related to fundraising events.  Requirements: Bachelors' degree in Communications, Journalism, Business, Marketing, or similar, or equivalent experience and education; 2 years of experience in communications, marketing, journalism, professional writing or related; Software proficiency: html/web, design (such as Adobe InDesign and Photoshop), mass email, and more.  Compensation: $15.16 - $17.69 per hour.  Part-time, 24 hours/week.  Click here for more information and instructions on how to apply.

Economic Opportunities Specialist, Building Changes
The Economic Opportunities Specialist (EOS) position is a grant-funded, two-year position that reports to the Consulting Services Manager. The EOS will be a key member of Building Changes’ Economic Opportunities Institute, a program which will begin in 2010 and will engage 30 nonprofits in Washington State in a capacity building process intended to improve their ability to deliver employment services and benefits to people earning low incomes, including those who are homeless.  Responsibilities: Engage, recruit, and develop relationships with nonprofits in Washington State to join Building Changes’ Economic Opportunities Institute; develop and disseminate training and consultation materials; provide training and consultations to nonprofit staff professionals, and more.  Requirements include: Bachelor’s degree and three years of related experience, or an advanced degree in a related field and two years of experience; three years combined experience providing employment and education services to low income or homeless adults OR providing capacity building training and technical assistance to professionals that provide economic opportunity services to low income or homeless adults; project management experience, including demonstrated skills in group process and team leadership.  Compensation: DOE plus generous benefits package.  To apply: send cover letter and resume by Thurdsay, December 31, 2009 to Building Changes, Attn: Personnel , 2014 East Madison, Suite 200, Seattle, WA 98122.  Email: jobs@buildingchanges.org.  Click here for a full job description.  

Director of Housing Management & Area Manager, Low Income Housing Institute
Low Income Housing Institute (LIHI), a developer and manager of housing properties for low income and homeless people, (permanent & transitional) has an opening for a Director of Housing Management (DHM), and a (Regional) Area Manager Central (AM), (South Seattle to north Seattle).  DHM will supervise and manage approx 1700 units/35 employees.  Requires ability to analyze & implement effective process improvement & be a team building leader.  AM will work in the field reviewing multiple properties operations, assisting staff with financing compliance, property management software use, property budget management & tenant problem solving.  Send cover letter and resume to: LIHI, HR, 2407 1st Ave, Suite 200, Seattle, WA  98121.  Fax 206-443-9851.

Senior Development Program Manager – Yesler Terrace Redevelopment, Seattle Housing Authority
The Yesler Terrace Senior Development Program Manager will manage the redevelopment of Yesler Terrace. The new Yesler Terrace neighborhood is envisioned as a dynamic and welcoming urban, mixed-use neighborhood with convenient connections to neighboring communities. The Senior Development Program Manager will lead the project team consisting of Seattle Housing Authority project staff and consultants to plan and implement all elements of the development process. Responsibilities include: project program, design, feasibility, environmental review process, entitlements, community participation, phasing, tenant relocation, land sales, development partnerships, and construction.  Qualifications: The ideal candidate must be able to interpret and analyze federal, state and local codes and policies and maintain effective contacts and relationships with elected officials, Seattle Housing Authority Board of Commissioners, management and staff, the Yesler Terrace Citizens Review Committee, Yesler Terrace residents, representatives of HUD and other governmental agencies, business and community agencies and the public.  Eight years’ work experience in public, private or non-profit development, financing, budgets, project management, and grant development. Experience in administering and managing complex development and redevelopment programs/projects. Bachelor’s degree in closely related field from an accredited college or university required; Master’s degree preferred but not required.  Compensation: DOQ, and excellent benefits.  To apply: Submit an online job application to http://www.seattlehousing.org/jobs or visit our Job Center Kiosks weekdays between 8:00 am – 4:00 pm, except holidays,at: Seattle Housing Authority - First Floor, Human Resources Job Center Kiosk, 120 Sixth Avenue North, PO Box 19028, Seattle, Washington 98109-1028.  For information on Guiding Principles, project program, and site planning concepts are available at http://www.seattlehousing.org/redevelopment/yesler-terrace.  Click here for a full job description.              

Executive Director, Housing Resources Board of Bainbridge Island
HRB, a rapidly growing community land trust in Bainbridge Island, Washington, seeks a proven leader with housing experience to be our new Executive Director.  Our strong community based organization oversees affordable rentals, provides housing-related community services, and is in the process of developing 16 units of workforce housing. The position requires a housing background, leadership skills (including management, public speaking, networking, and board and staff communication), experience working with governmental agencies, experience with complex budgeting, and development of funding sources. Salary DOE. Complete job description available at www.housingresourcesboard.org (see the board/staff page). Interested candidates should send a cover letter and resume to edposition@housingresourcesboard.org. Closing date: January 8, 2010. HRB is an equal opportunity employer.

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