Affordable Housing Development Lead

City-of-Santa-Clara-2; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 148,000 - 192,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Santa Clara seeks a Housing Development Officer to oversee the production and preservation of affordable housing, including underwriting loans for 100% affordable multifamily projects and negotiating housing agreements.

This unclassified, at-will role leads a small team, collaborates with city staff and nonprofits, and ensures long-term compliance and dynamic public/private partnerships in housing development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Urban Planning, Public Administration, Environmental Studies, or related field.
• Familiarity with Windows Office.
• At least five years of experience in urban planning, housing finance or development; supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee production and preservation of affordable housing for lower income households.
• Lead a small team of staff and consultants to implement inclusionary housing.
• Underwrite loans for 100% affordable multifamily rental projects.
• Negotiate affordable housing agreements and manage real estate transactions.
• Ensure long-term compliance and collaborate with city staff, nonprofits and contractors.

Skills

Project management

Staff supervision

Residential real estate

Housing finance

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Urban Planning, Public Administration, Environmental Studies, or related field

Master's degree may substitute for one year of experience

Tools

Windows Office

Job description

The City of Santa Clara seeks a Housing Development Officer to oversee the production and preservation of affordable housing, including underwriting loans for 100% affordable multifamily projects and negotiating housing agreements.

This unclassified, at-will role leads a small team, collaborates with city staff and nonprofits, and ensures long-term compliance and dynamic public/private partnerships in housing development.