Assistant Director of Property Operations

The Paulsen Group, LLC; Alameda (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CalPERS retirement program

Health insurance plans

3 weeks of vacation plus sick leave

Flex schedule with reduced in-office days

Job summary

The Paulsen Group is seeking an Assistant Director of Property Operations in Alameda, California. This role involves overseeing administrative functions and managing a wide array of housing policies to support special needs populations.

The ideal candidate will have at least 4 years of experience in property management, as well as strong technical abilities with business software. The position requires on-site work, with limited telecommuting options, and provides a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 4 years of experience in multi-unit housing property management.
• Experience with the Housing Choice Voucher program preferred.
• Strong technical skills in document retention systems required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee policies and programs to prevent homelessness.
• Coordinate projects with internal stakeholders.
• Manage administrative functions for a high-performing housing authority.

Skills

Housing policy knowledge

Public policy expertise

Technical skills in business software

Supervisory skills

Education

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university

Tools

Yardi

Laserfiche

Job description

Housing Authority is seeking an exceptional, team-oriented candidate to fulfill the role of Assistant Director of Property Operations. Join us and have the opportunity to contribute to the management of a wide array of administrative functions for a high-performing housing authority dedicated to providing affordable housing in the most impacted region of the nation.

The position currently open is an Assistant Director of Property Operations and will report to the Director of Property Operations. The housing authority is particularly interested in applications from candidates with a strong track record in overseeing policies and programs to prevent homelessness and maintaining stable housing, especially among special needs populations. Successful performance of the work requires knowledge of public policy, housing policy and programs, Housing Authority functions and activities, and the ability to develop, oversee, and implement projects and programs in a variety of areas. The successful candidate will also be team-oriented with the ability to coordinate and collaborate with a variety of internal stakeholders to move activities and projects forward.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:

• Education: Equivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in social work, sociology, urban studies, public administration, or a related field,
• Experience: Four (4) years of progressively responsible experience with multi‑unit housing property management, experience with Permanent Supportive Housing a plus.
• Experience with the Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) program, Low Income Tax Credits (LIHTC), and program management experience in this area is preferred.
• Candidates should possess strong technical skills including proficiency in common business software and document retention systems; experience with Yardi and/or Laserfiche preferred.
• Experience must include at least two (2) years of supervisory experience; three (3) or more years is preferred.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid driver’s license by time of appointment is required. Must be able to be insured under the Housing Authority’s owned automobile insurance policy.

BENEFITS PACKAGE

The Housing Authority provides an outstanding benefits package, including:

• Membership in CalPERS defined benefit retirement program, plus voluntary 457, 457 Roth, and Roth IRA plans (no employer contribution). Important: The Housing Authority’s does not participate in Social Security.
• A variety of health insurance plans to choose from, with some plans fully paid for (regardless of the number of dependents) by employer contributions.
• 3 weeks of vacation to start; 11 holidays; and 3.5 floating holidays per year plus paid sick leave.
• A flex schedule of 9 8-hour workdays each pay period with every other Friday generally not scheduled as a workday. Exempt employees, however, are measured on outcomes and are expected to complete work assignments irrespective of the flex schedule.
• Note that the Assistant Director of Property Operations or Director of Permanent Supportive Housing work on-site; telecommuting is not generally offered. This position requires 3-4 days per week in the office.