Chief Housing Operations & Programs Leader

City of Tucson; United States; On-site; USD 59,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Paid time off and parental leave

Tuition reimbursement and training

Public sector retirement benefits

Job summary

City of Tucson seeks an executive leader to oversee Housing and Community Development's Housing Choice Voucher, Public/ Affordable Housing, and Housing First divisions. You will report to the HCD Director and guide division leaders responsible for rental assistance, city housing, and homelessness response.

Align priorities, manage budgets, ensure compliance, and drive housing outcomes for Tucson and Pima County.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree
• Experience: Five (5) years of relevant experience
• Equivalency: Year-for-year substitution allowed
• Five+ years of management experience supervising senior managers
• Experience across housing, homelessness response, and related programs
• Experience advising executive leadership and leading organizational change
• Public housing/HCV experience and related certifications preferred

Responsibilities

• Directs three Housing Operations divisions through admins and managers.
• Sets goals, priorities, service expectations, and accountability.
• Translates policy into workplans, staffing decisions, and measurable results.
• Oversees HCV operations, public housing, and homelessness programs.
• Manages budgets, forecasts, and fund allocations with fiscal leaders.
• Ensures compliance with HUD and other funding requirements.
• Guides policy development and interdepartmental coordination.
• Represents the department in regional partnerships and public forums.

Skills

Executive leadership

Budget management

Strategic planning

Regulatory compliance

Stakeholder engagement

Performance management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master’s degree in public administration or related field

Job description

City of Tucson seeks an executive leader to oversee Housing and Community Development's Housing Choice Voucher, Public/ Affordable Housing, and Housing First divisions. You will report to the HCD Director and guide division leaders responsible for rental assistance, city housing, and homelessness response.

Align priorities, manage budgets, ensure compliance, and drive housing outcomes for Tucson and Pima County.