Executive Director

The Manatee County Housing Authority (MCHA); Bradenton (FL); On-site; USD 115,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

The Manatee County Housing Authority (MCHA) seeks an Executive Director to provide strategic and operational leadership across all housing programs. The role requires deep knowledge of HUD regulations and a commitment to resident-focused outcomes in Manatee County.

The Executive Director will oversee budgeting, long-term planning, and partnerships with local, state, and federal agencies, with relocation assistance available for qualified candidates.

Qualifications

• This role requires proven leadership in Public Housing or related field.
• Strong knowledge of HUD programs, regulations and compliance.
• Demonstrated financial and operational management skills.
• Commitment to public service and resident-focused outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and operational leadership for all Housing Authority programs and staff.
• Ensure compliance with HUD regulations and applicable laws.
• Oversee financial management, budgeting and long-term planning.
• Build community partnerships and represent the Authority at local, state and federal levels.
• Advance the mission of providing safe, quality, affordable housing.

Skills

Leadership

HUD regulations

Budgeting

Community partnerships

Job description

Executive Director

Hiring Salary Range - $115,000 - $135,000 (Annually)

The Manatee County Housing Authority (MCHA) is seeking an experienced and dynamic Executive Director to lead the organization. This is an outstanding opportunity for a results-oriented professional to lead a mission-driven organization in a highly engaged, hands on operational leadership position. The Executive Director report directly to the Board of Commissioners.

This role requires an accomplished professional with a proven background in public housing agency management and comprehensive knowledge of HUD regulations, policies, and procedures governing Low-rent Public Housing, Section Eight Housing Choice Voucher, Section Eight Project-Based Housing and Section Eight Project Based Rental Assistance Housing.

This is a highly engaged, operational leadership position—ideal for an individual who thrives in a small team environment and is prepared to oversee both strategic direction and daily operations, and ensuring compliance with all federal, state and local requirements.

Key Requirements and Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic and operational leadership for all Housing Authority programs and staff.
• Ensure compliance with HUD regulations and all applicable laws.
• Oversee financial management, budgeting and long term planning.
• Build community partnerships and represent the Authority at local, state and federal levels.
• Advance the mission of providing safe, quality, affordable housing for Manatee County.

Qualifications:

• Proven leadership experience in Public Housing, Affordable Housing or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of HUD programs, regulations and compliance requirements.
• Demonstrated financial and operational management skills.
• Commitment to, public service, strengthening our community and resident-focused outcomes.

Competitive Salary and Benefits $115,000-$135,000, with exceptional candidates potentially considered above this range. Relocation assistance available for qualified out-of area candidates. the position will be open until filled.