Affordable Housing Development Specialist

Catholic Charities Serving Central Washington; Yakima (WA); On-site; USD 75,650,904 - 96,420,979; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance including medical and

Retirement 403(b) Plan

Paid holidays

Vacation and sick leave

Education Assistance

Flexible spending account eligibility

Job summary

Catholic Charities Housing Services (CCHS) seeks a Housing Development Associate to support the entire development lifecycle from concept to build-ready lots and close-out for multi-family projects.

The role collaborates with local government, parishes, and community groups to assess needs, determine feasibility, and oversee design, construction, and financing. Strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Two years’ experience in the development, management or provision of affordable housing and related services.
• BA or BS degree in Community Development, Planning, Business, or closely related field; combination of education and experience acceptable.
• Knowledge of housing finance, development process and operations; ability to manage housing projects from concept to operation.

Responsibilities

• Maintain contact with local parishes and community contacts to inform CCHS of housing needs and build local support for affordable housing.
• Assist with project management for developments.
• Support all aspects of project development from planning to construction completion, including land assembly, financing, and design oversight.
• Coordinate research and analysis of housing markets to identify local unmet needs.
• Assemble and coordinate the project team (architect, engineer, developer, general contractor, etc.).
• Develop and manage project timeliness and financial modeling of development and operating budgets.
• Assist in obtaining permanent financing for new construction and/or acquisition and rehabilitation developments.

Skills

Housing development

Project management

Analytical thinking

Communication

Teamwork

Public outreach

Education

BA/BS in Community Development or related field

Tools

Microsoft Suite

Email

Job description

Catholic Charities Housing Services (CCHS) seeks a Housing Development Associate to support the entire development lifecycle from concept to build-ready lots and close-out for multi-family projects.

The role collaborates with local government, parishes, and community groups to assess needs, determine feasibility, and oversee design, construction, and financing. Strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills are essential.