Housing Business Administration Director

RiseMe; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 102,000 - 152,000; Full time

Job summary

Wake County Government is seeking a Housing Business Administration Director to provide executive leadership across the Housing Affordability and Community Revitalization (HACR) Department. You will oversee fiscal management, budgets, contracts and staff, directing strategic initiatives that improve affordable housing and homelessness services.

This role manages an annual budget over $45 million and drives operational excellence through process improvements, grant management and performance

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and six years of experience in public administration, business administration, accounting or budgeting, including at least two years in supervision.
• Equivalent education and experience accepted.
• Please include ALL prior work experience on your application and resume.

Responsibilities

• Provide executive-level leadership for fiscal management, budget development and financial accountability across HACR.
• Oversee contract management, RFP processes and performance evaluation.
• Lead staffing, business processes and cross-division improvements for multiple high-impact programs.
• Ensure compliance with county, state and federal policies and maintain strong governance.

Skills

Public administration

Budgeting

Leadership

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree in Public Administration or related

Job description

What You'll Be Doing

Lead the business strategy behind housing solutions that make an impact across Wake County.

Wake County is seeking a Housing Business Administration Director to provide executive-level leadership and oversight of business and administrative functions within the Housing Affordability and Community Revitalization (HACR) Department. This highly visible leadership role is responsible for strengthening the fiscal, administrative and operational infrastructure that supports affordable housing, homelessness services and community development initiatives across Wake County.

The Director provides strategic leadership for fiscal management, budget development, operational evaluation, business planning, RFP development and evaluation, contract management, position management and business process improvement across multiple high-impact divisions, including Homeless and Prevention Services, Permanent Housing & Supportive Services, Equitable Housing & Community Development and Veteran Services.

With responsibility for a complex and diversified annual budget exceeding $45 million, the Director oversees operating funds, capital projects, and federal grant funds while ensuring solid fiscal accountability and compliance. Beyond fiscal management, this position integrates business process management and strategic operational planning to strengthen departmental performance, improve service delivery and support informed decision‑making.

The Housing Business Administration Director also provides high‑level leadership to a multidisciplinary team, directly supervising positions that include the Department Business Manager, Contracts and Inspections Manager and Housing Grants Administrator. The Director fosters a culture of collaboration, accountability and continuous improvement while promoting consistent fiscal practices and effective business operations across the Department.

If you are an experienced leader who can connect strategy, fiscal stewardship, people, and operations to strengthen public service delivery, we invite you to bring your expertise to Wake County.

NOTE:Valid Driver's License and "safe" driving record upon hire.

About Our Team

Wake County’s Housing Affordability and Community Revitalization Department’s goal is to ensure that quality affordable housing is available for all Wake County residents.

As the population and economy continue to grow in Wake County, the need for affordable housing development and preservation increases. Not only do more units of affordable housing need to be built, housing services must be provided to support families and individuals to access or maintain safe, decent, affordable housing.

Affordable housing is also critical to preserving Wake County’s economic competitiveness by offering housing for workers at all income levels, supporting housing stability and economic opportunity for its residents, and furthering Wake County’s commitment to healthy and inclusive growth.

The Department’s programs include Community Revitalization, Development Financing, Rental Assistance, Homeless Services, Community Outreach, Emergency Shelter, and Permanent Supportive Housing.

The Basics (Required Education and Experience)

• Bachelor's degree
• Six years of experience in public administration, business administration, accounting or budgeting including at least two years of supervisory experience
• Equivalent education and experience are accepted

• Please include ALL prior work experience on your application and resume.

Beyond the Basics (Preferred Education and Experience)

• Master's degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Accounting/Budgeting
• Seven years of experience in public administration & supervision, finance, budgeting
• Valid Driver's License and "safe" driving record upon hire

How Will We Know You're 'The One'?

• Ability to communicate complex information effectively, verbally and in writing, in a manner suited to the needs of the audience
• Excellent problem‑solving, analytical, organizational, prioritization and decision‑making skills
• Solid knowledge of public‑sector fiscal management, including operating and capital budgets, accounting principles and applicable County, State and Federal policies and requirements
• Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate and develop staff and multidisciplinary teams
• Ability to evaluate business processes and performance measures, identify opportunities for improvement and implement actions to improve systems, processes and service delivery
• Ability to build effective working relationships and communicate with individuals at all levels of an organization with tact and diplomacy
• Commitment to accountability, results, quality service delivery and continuous improvement

About This Position

Location: WCOBRaleigh, NC 27602

Employment Type: Regular

Work Schedule: Mon - Fri 8:30am - 5:15pm

Hiring Range: 101,817 - 152,179

Market Range: 101,817.00 - 183,264.00

Please include ALL prior work experience on your application and resume.

Posting Closing Date: 7:00 pm on 9/29/2026

What Makes Wake Great

Consistently ranked high among the best places to live and work in America, Wake County is the proud home to NC State University, Research Triangle Park, and the two‑time Stanley Cup Champion Carolina Hurricanes, winners in 2006 and 2026. In addition to being Wake County’s seat of government, Raleigh is also the center of state government, with the Capitol Building, legislature and many state government offices located in Raleigh. With an estimated population of just over 1.2 million residents, Wake County is North Carolina’s most populous county. Entertainment, recreation, and art and culture abound with the North Carolina Museum of Art, JC Raulston Arboretum, and the Neuse River Trail all in the heart of Wake County. Wake County uses the Council/Manager form of government. Currently, the seven members of the Board of Commissioners are elected by district on a partisan basis and serve four‑year terms. Starting in fall 2026, the Wake County Board will have seven commissioners elected by voters in their districts and two at‑large commissioners elected by the whole County. The County is regarded as a fiscally responsible and well‑managed government, enjoying a AAA bond rating. The County’s FY2027 General Fund budget is approximately $2.28 billion, and the County has more than 5,000 full‑time employees. Wake County Government came in at #2 on the Healthiest Employers list for 2024. This year, US News & World Report ranked Raleigh #5 on its list of Best Places to Live, and the Milken Institute ranked Raleigh #1 on its 2025 list of Best‑Performing Cities.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Wake County provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.

Background Check Statement

Position may require a background check that may include: criminal, credit, motor vehicle, education, and sexual offender registry or others based on job requirements. Unless required by state law, a record of conviction will not automatically exclude you from consideration for employment. Wake County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Emergency Service Worker Statement

In the event of an emergency, as determined by the County Manager or designee, participation in preparedness and response operations should be expected. Employee may be required to fill a temporary assignment in a role different from standard duties, work hours and/or work location in preparation for, during and after the emergency. Employee may also be required to participate in relevant exercises and regular preparedness training.