Community Development & Homeownership Specialist

Africatown Community Land Trust; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer paid health coverage

Generous vacation and sick leave

401(k) matching up to 4%

Annual HRA of $1,000

FSAs

Life and AD&D insurance

Disability insurance

Professional development stipends

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Positive community impact

Job summary

Africatown Community Land Trust is seeking a dynamic professional to support resident services, community engagement, and homeownership initiatives in Seattle. You will bridge residents with development activities, ensuring inclusive engagement and progression toward affordable homeownership.

The role spans relationship-based community work and the administrative tasks of real estate development, requiring adaptability to changing priorities and strong collaboration with residents and partners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent education & experience; Finance, Real Estate, Urban Planning preferred.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills under tight deadlines.
• Experience with HUD standards reporting and compliance.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to travel within the Greater Seattle area; lifting up to 30 lbs; flexible schedule.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary contact for residents and homeowners regarding ACLT programs and housing opportunities.
• Build relationships with residents, legacy homeowners, community organizations and partners.
• Support homeownership and anti-displacement initiatives with counseling referrals and resources.
• Assist residents with applications, eligibility, referrals, workshops, and program requirements.
• Coordinate community engagement activities: meetings, workshops, surveys, focus groups, updates.
• Communicate development plans in clear language and relay feedback to leadership and development team.
• Support Real Estate Development with meetings, schedules, contracts, and reporting tasks.
• Maintain relationships with housing counselors, lenders, public agencies, and nonprofits.
• Track engagement, referrals, program participation, and project-related activities.

Skills

Community development

HUD compliance

Budget tools

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Real Estate/Urban Planning

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

HUD reporting systems

Job description

Africatown Community Land Trust is seeking a dynamic professional to support resident services, community engagement, and homeownership initiatives in Seattle. You will bridge residents with development activities, ensuring inclusive engagement and progression toward affordable homeownership.

The role spans relationship-based community work and the administrative tasks of real estate development, requiring adaptability to changing priorities and strong collaboration with residents and partners.