Housing Director

prci; Oakhurst (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

prci is seeking a Housing Director responsible for overseeing the Housing Department operations, including grant management and housing development. The role requires strategic planning to meet housing needs and management of approved housing programs in compliance with various regulations.

The ideal candidate should have significant experience in housing and community development, along with the ability to engage effectively with Tribal Members and partners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in housing management or related field, or related experience.
• Minimum of three years in housing or related program administration.
• Experience working with Tribes or Tribal communities.

Responsibilities

• Plan and administer Housing Department operations.
• Maintain department records and data collection.
• Travel regionally for work-related purposes.

Skills

Data collection

Relationship management

Report submission

Knowledge of Native American history

Education

Bachelor’s degree in housing management or related field

Equivalent combination of education and experience

Tools

Grant writing experience

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

The employee occupying this position is responsible for planning and administering, directing, supervising, and coordinating all phases of the PRCI Housing Department operations, including operations and maintenance, grant management, housing development, and all regulations related to the Housing Department, and the Indian Housing Block Grant Program (NAHASDA). Additionally, the Housing Director must assess housing needs, develop a strategy, and solidify plans to meet the identified housing needs of the Tribe. The position requires management of PRCI approved housing programs and budgets and/or monitors the work of the qualified specialists.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Responsible for maintaining and organizing department records.
• Experience in creating and completing data collection. Must have experience in achieving goals and objectives by completion of data collection.
• Maintain an effective relationship with all office staff, Tribal Members, Housing Boards, and Tribal Council.
• Regional work-related travel required.
• Work alongside tribal, statewide, and federal partners to increase coordination of activities, grants, and events.
• Submit reports as required and respond to Tribal, local, and state needs for grant information as is required to maintain, apply for various federal, state grants for the PRCI housing programs as directed.
• Must plan, implement, and evaluate strategies to comply with various housing programs/grants (i.e. smoke free, drug free, etc.).
• Knowledge, acceptance, and respect of Native American/Native Indian history and culture.
• Abide by the PRCI policies, procedures, and structure.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned by the Tribal Administrator.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in housing management, public administration, community development, urban planning, or a closely related field.
• In lieu of a bachelor’s degree, an equivalent combination of education and related experience totaling at least three (3) additional years may be considered.
• Minimum of three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in housing, community development, or related program administration with a Tribal, public, or private agency.
• Demonstrated experience working with housing programs, grants, or community development initiatives, including compliance and reporting requirements.
• At least one (1) year of professional experience working with Tribes, Tribal organizations, or Tribal communities.
• Experience reviewing, preparing, or interpreting grant, regulatory, or legal documents related to housing or community programs.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel regionally as required.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check.

INDIAN PREFERENCE STATEMENT

In accordance with applicable Tribal law and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Picayune Rancheria of the Chukchansi Indians (PRCI) Administration provides employment preference to enrolled PRCI Tribal Members. To qualify, applicants must submit valid proof of enrollment. Tribal Members who meet the minimum qualifications will be given preference in hiring, promotion, transfer, and layoff decisions. During the interview process, PRCI Tribal Members will receive an additional 7.5 points (10% of the 75-point interview rubric). Non-PRCI Native American candidates will receive an additional 5 points (6.7% of the total points) in accordance with Indian Preference guidelines.

In compliance with 25 CFR Part 276 and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, Sections 701(b) and 703(i), employment preference shall be given to qualified applicants who are enrolled members of the Picayune Rancheria of the Chukchansi Indians, and secondarily, to another qualified American Indian/Alaska Native Candidate.