Head of Affordable Multifamily Finance & Development

National Council of State Housing Agencies; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 153,000 - 248,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Tuition reimbursement

457 deferred compensation

Job summary

Connecticut Housing Finance Authority (CHFA) seeks a Senior Director of Multifamily Financing and Development with deep expertise in commercial real estate finance and LIHTC programs. The role leads underwriting, lending, equity, construction, and asset management to grow and preserve affordable housing across Connecticut.

The Senior Director will partner with the Managing Director, guide a multidisciplinary team, and drive CHFA’s multifamily strategy while balancing mission and risk.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred in Finance, Business Administration, Accounting, Public Administration, Real Estate, or related field.
• At least 15 years of progressive leadership experience in commercial lending or multifamily development.
• Extensive expertise in LIHTC transactions and housing finance.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the Managing Director to set financing and development strategies.
• Lead a multidisciplinary team across underwriting, asset management, construction, and housing programs.
• Oversee multifamily financing activities including LIHTC, development lending, equity and construction financing.
• Provide senior leadership on complex affordable housing transactions from structuring to execution.
• Monitor markets and regulations to identify opportunities and risks for CHFA’s programs.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Commercial real estate finance

LIHTC knowledge

Stakeholder management

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, Accounting, Public Administration, Real Estate, or related field

Job description

Connecticut Housing Finance Authority (CHFA) seeks a Senior Director of Multifamily Financing and Development with deep expertise in commercial real estate finance and LIHTC programs. The role leads underwriting, lending, equity, construction, and asset management to grow and preserve affordable housing across Connecticut.

The Senior Director will partner with the Managing Director, guide a multidisciplinary team, and drive CHFA’s multifamily strategy while balancing mission and risk.