Director of Community Development & Revitalization

Historic District Development Corp; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental

Vision

Group Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

FSA/DCA

Job summary

Historic District Development Corporation (HDDC) seeks a hands-on Director of Community Development & Revitalization to lead full lifecycle real estate projects from concept to completion. You will work with senior leadership to align strategy with capital plans, partner with public agencies and lenders, and deliver both financial viability and lasting community impact.

The role requires 7–10+ years in development or related field, strong financing knowledge, and a track record of managing

Qualifications

• 7–10+ years of experience in real estate development, affordable housing, or community development finance.
• Proven experience leading development projects from concept through completion.
• Strong knowledge of community development financing, LIHTC and subsidies.
• Experience with financial modeling, underwriting, and feasibility analysis.
• Ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end real estate development projects from concept to completion.
• Structure and execute complex development deals.
• Partner with public agencies, capital providers, and community stakeholders.
• Deliver projects that are investment-ready and community-impact driven.
• Support capital raising, investor reporting, and impact storytelling.

Skills

Real estate development leadership

Public partnerships

Financial modeling

Tools

Underwriting tools

Job description

About Us

Founded in 1980, the Historic District Development Corporation (HDDC) is a mission-driven, 501(c)(3) non-profit community development organization with over 40 years of impact. We exist to strengthen, preserve, and revitalize communities through equitable and inclusive development.

We are entering an exciting new phase of growth with plans to evolve into a capital investment and development platform, advancing projects that deliver both financial sustainability and measurable community impact.

Come Build With Us

This is a rare opportunity to lead meaningful, transformative, community-centered real estate projects while helping shape the future of a growing, impact-driven organization.

We are seeking a hands-on, entrepreneurial development leader who thrives at the intersection of mission, capital, and execution.

About the Role

As the Director of Community Development & Revitalization, you will lead the full lifecycle of real estate development projectsfrom concept through completion while advancing HDDC's mission and capital investment strategy.

Working closely with the Vice President of Real Estate and executive leadership, you will:

• Drive development strategy
• Structure and execute complex deals
• Partner with public agencies, capital providers, and community stakeholders
• Deliver projects that are both investment-ready and community-impact driven

This role requires someone who can operate strategically and tactically in a lean, fast-evolving environment.

What You'll Do

• Lead or co-lead end-to-end real estate development projects, including site identification, feasibility, underwriting, financing, construction, and stabilization
• Identify emerging needs and issues that impact housing, economic self-sufficiency or community vitality; propose appropriate responses, including new program or outreach efforts for HDDC to respond to these evolving needs
• Structure and evaluate transactions using tax credits, grants, loans, and other community development capital tools
• Develop and manage financial models, pro formas, and investment analyses
• Partner with developers, lenders, public agencies, and community stakeholders to advance projects
• Oversee project budgets, timelines, and compliance requirements
• Identify and pursue new development opportunities through RFPs, RFQs, RFIs, and public-private partnerships
• Collaborate with internal leadership to align real estate strategy with programmatic and capital priorities
• Support capital raising, investor reporting, and impact storytelling
• Represent HDDC in negotiations, community forums, stakeholder meetings, conferences, tours, presentations, and as otherwise directed.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for a candidate who brings both technical depth and mission alignment.

You'll be a strong fit if you have:

• 7–10+ years of experience in real estate development, affordable housing, or community development finance
• Proven experience leading developmentprojects from concept through completion (this is a must-have requirement)
• Strong knowledge of community development financing, including:
• Strong knowledge of:
• LIHTC and affordable housing finance
• Public subsidies (HOME, CDBG, etc.)
• Capital stack structuring
• Experience with financial modeling, underwriting, and feasibility analysis
• Working knowledge of zoning, land use, and entitlement processes
• Ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously
• Strong relationships with public agencies, developers, and capital partners

What We're Not Looking For

To ensure alignment with the scope and complexity of this role, this position is best suited for candidates whose experience extends beyond the following areas:

• Licensed real estate agents or brokers primarily focused on residential sales or transactions
• Individuals whose experience is limited to buying, selling, or flipping single-family homes
• Candidates with property management, leasing, or asset management-only backgrounds without development experience
• Professionals who have supported development projects but have not led deals end-to-end
• Candidates with experience limited to commercial real estate without exposure to affordable housing or community development finance

What Sets You Apart

• You've closed deals, not just supported them
• You understand how to balance financial viability with community impact
• You are comfortable operating in a growing, entrepreneurial environment
• You bring both strategic thinking and hands-on execution

Why Join HDDC

• Be part of a mission-driven organization with a 40+ year legacy
• Help shape the evolution into a community investment and development platform
• Work on projects that create lasting, visible impact in communities
• Collaborate with a passionate, purpose-driven leadership team
• Opportunity to build and scale development capabilities within a growing organization

Compensation & Benefits

At HDDC, we believe in supporting our team so they can do their best work and make meaningful impact. Our benefits are designed to promote well-being, flexibility, and a healthy work-life integration.

Health & Wellness

• Medical coverage with above-market employer subsidy

100% employer-paid coverage for:

• Dental
• Vision
• Group Life Insurance
• Short-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Dependent Care Spending Accounts
• Access to mental health resources and support

Work-Life Balance

• Generous paid time off (PTO) to rest and recharge
• 13 paid holidays annually
• Hybrid work schedule offering flexibility and balance (3 days in office/2 days remote)

Work Environment

• Collaborative, mission-driven culture
• Opportunity to work on high-impact, community-focused initiatives
• Exposure to cross-sector partnerships including government, nonprofit, and private capital

Deadline to Apply

Candidates applying by April 30, 2026 will receive priority consideration

Equal Opportunity Statement

HDDC is committed to creating an inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

We sincerely appreciate the interest of those who wish to support our hiring efforts. As a mission-driven nonprofit organization, the Historic District Development Corporation (HDDC) carefully stewards its resources and recruitment partnerships. Accordingly, we do not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate referrals from staffing agencies or search firms. Any submissions received without a prior written agreement and formal engagement will be considered unsolicited, will become the property of HDDC, and may be retained without obligation for payment of fees or other compensation.