Executive Vice President of Housing Operations/Chief Operations Officer (COO)

King County Housing Authority; Seattle (WA); Presencial; USD 216.000 - 324.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Life and long-term disability

Vacation, sick and personal leave

Retirement benefits

Transit subsidy

Descripción de la vacante

King County Housing Authority (KCHA) seeks an Executive Vice President of Housing Operations/Chief Operating Officer to lead day-to-day operations for about 300 staff, guiding HUD-related compliance and shaping agency-wide strategic planning.

Reporting to the President/CEO, the EVP will oversee Public Housing, Housing Choice Voucher Programs, Resident Services, Safety & Security and Compliance, while promoting an equitable and inclusive organizational culture and strong community partnerships.

Formación

• Extensive experience in housing operations and executive leadership.
• Ability to develop equitable, inclusive frameworks for diverse audiences.
• Strong communication and change-management skills.
• Proven track record with HUD regulations and reporting.

Responsabilidades

• Oversee Public Housing, Housing Choice Voucher, Resident Services and support units including Safety & Security and Compliance.
• Ensure compliance with government regulations and prepare required reports.
• Lead strategy, staff management and community partnerships as a member of the executive team.
• Foster an inclusive culture and drive organizational performance.

Descripción del empleo

The Opportunity: Executive Vice President of Housing Operations/Chief Operating Officer

KCHA seeks an experienced, creative, future-focused innovator as its Executive Vice President of Housing Operations/Chief Operations Officer (EVP). Alongside other Executive Team members, the next EVP will be a leading voice in agency-wide strategic planning, maintaining and strengthening community partnerships, managing staff, and offering subject area expertise in HUD-related matters. This role offers an opportunity to innovate in ways that contribute to the long-term sustainability of this important, high-performing agency and oversee and ensure the quality and success of day-to-day operations carried out by a team of some 300 staff.

Reporting directly to KCHA’s President/CEO, the EVP will be responsible for overseeing KCHA’s Public Housing, Housing Choice Voucher Programs, Resident Services and several support departments including Safety & Security and Compliance.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate considerable independence, evaluative thinking, be a highly skilled communicator and depth as an operational leader. Proven experience in creating an equitable and inclusive framework for working with diverse audiences (staff, program participants, community leaders) is highly desired. The experienced leader will ensure compliance with government regulations, serve as a member of the executive team, and oversee the preparation and maintenance of required reports, records, and files.

KCHA seeks an executive who will contribute to and complement an evolving culture of diverse and innovative leadership, rising to the challenge of meeting the housing needs of tomorrow, today.

KCHA’s Public Housing inventory is directly maintained and managed by in‑house staff, including a highly skilled unionized maintenance staff. The portfolio consists of approximately 2,600 units of federally assisted housing across 70 sites. KCHA continues to grow its public housing inventory through new acquisition/construction and the activation of banked Faircloth units. KCHA’s HCV program administers over 14,300 vouchers, including 2,000 port‑ins, with an annual operating subsidy of approximately $281 million. The program has a strong focus on housing formerly homeless households and works closely with local human service systems and providers.

Compensation & Benefits

This position offers a competitive salary range of $216,125.00 to $324,188.03 with a midpoint of $270,156.00.

A comprehensive benefits package for you and your dependents includes medical, dental and vision insurance, life and long‑term disability insurance plans, vacation, sick and personal leave, reduced tuition, and retirement benefits.

Position Information And Application Process

While this position is open until filled, interested candidates should apply by September 11, 2026, to ensure consideration.

Equal Opportunity

King County Housing Authority is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

The excellent benefits package includes employer paid dental; vacation, sick & holiday pay; life insurance, long term disability insurance and transit subsidy. PERS retirement (mandatory) and medical plan require employee and employer contributions. Employee paid deferred compensation (457b) and flexible spending accounts are optional. Positive corporate culture and commitment to a diverse workplace, plus more!