Chief Housing Officer: Equity-Driven Transformation

Govtjobs; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 182,000 - 265,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Portland seeks an experienced, equity‑centred Housing Director to lead the Portland Housing Bureau (PHB) and drive housing policy across affordability, homelessness, shelter, and homeownership. This executive directs financing and preservation programs for affordable rentals and homeownership expansion, while coordinating with regional partners to advance housing justice.

With a focus on trust, collaboration, and strategic leadership, the Director will manage substantial capital

Qualifications

• Ten or more years in public housing, affordable housing, shelter services, or related areas.
• Strong understanding of social, political, and environmental issues affecting housing.
• Experience in public administration, financial management, development, and long-range planning.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Portland Housing Bureau and shape housing policy across affordability, homelessness, shelter, and homeownership.
• Oversee programs financing and preserving affordable rentals and expanding homeownership.
• Manage capital investments and federal allocations (TIF, CDBG, HOME, bonds, General Fund).
• Build partnerships with officials, nonprofits, private developers, and JOHS to advance housing justice.

Skills

Leadership

Equity focus

Relationship-building

Public housing

Job description

The City of Portland seeks an experienced, equity‑centred Housing Director to lead the Portland Housing Bureau (PHB) and drive housing policy across affordability, homelessness, shelter, and homeownership. This executive directs financing and preservation programs for affordable rentals and homeownership expansion, while coordinating with regional partners to advance housing justice.

With a focus on trust, collaboration, and strategic leadership, the Director will manage substantial capital