Housing Director

Bay Area Turning Point, Inc.; Webster (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Bay Area Turning Point, Inc. in Webster, TX, seeks a Housing Director to lead HUD ESG and CoC housing programs with a survivor-centered, trauma-informed focus.

The role ensures safe, stable housing options for survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking, and oversees compliance, staff supervision, partnerships, and fiscal management. The position requires 40–45 hours per week, a Bachelor’s degree in a related field (Master’s preferred), and at least 5 years in

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Public Administration, Human Services, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of progressively responsible experience in housing or HUD-funded programs, with 3 years in survivor-centered services.
• Strong knowledge of ESG and CoC regulations, VAWA protections, and HUD program compliance.
• Experience supervising multidisciplinary teams in nonprofit or advocacy settings.
• Familiarity with HMIS or comparable databases in DV programs.
• Ability to lift/carry 40 lbs; some evening/weekend availability; valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Direct and manage HUD ESG and CoC housing programs meeting survivor-centered, trauma-informed standards.
• Monitor compliance with HUD regulations, VAWA protections, ESG/CoC guidelines, and confidentiality.
• Ensure accurate data entry and reporting for DV, sexual assault, and human trafficking programs.
• Develop policies prioritizing survivor safety, choice, and confidentiality.
• Supervise housing staff, ensuring survivor-centered advocacy and housing stabilization.
• Provide ongoing training on trauma-informed care, safety planning, and housing-first approaches.
• Foster collaborative team culture with empowerment and respect for survivors.
• Manage ESG/CoC budgets and coordinate with Finance for drawdowns and reports.
• Assist with grant applications and monitoring visits for HUD-funded housing.
• Represent BATP in HUD CoC planning bodies and build landlord partnerships.
• Collaborate with law enforcement, healthcare, and social services for coordinated responses.

Skills

Leadership

Staff supervision

Trauma‑informed care

Compliance knowledge

Data reporting

Community partnerships

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Public Administration, Human Services, or related field (Master’s preferred)

Tools

HMIS or comparable databases

Job description

Job Title: Housing Director

FLSA Status: Exempt

Department: Client Services

Reports to: Deputy Director

Effective Date:

Pay Rate: $70,000 per year ($33.65 per hour)

Position Overview

The Housing Director provides leadership and oversight of all housing programs funded through HUD, including the Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) and Continuum of Care (CoC), with a specific focus on serving survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking. This position ensures survivors have access to safe, stable, and trauma-informed housing options that promote healing and long‑term stability.

This position is responsible for program compliance, staff supervision, community partnerships, fiscal management, and alignment with best practices in survivor‑centered housing models.

HOURS: 40–45 hours weekly minimum or as necessary to achieve program objectives, tasks, activities, responsibilities and to effectively document outcome measures and variances.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Program Management & Compliance

• Direct and manage HUD ESG and CoC housing programs, ensuring all services meet survivor‑centered, trauma‑informed, and culturally responsive standards
• Monitor compliance with HUD regulations, Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) protections, ESG/CoC guidelines, and federal confidentiality requirements
• Ensure accurate comparable database entry, reporting, and data quality specific to domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking programs
• Develop policies and procedures prioritizing survivor safety, choice, and confidentiality

Leadership & Supervision

• Supervise and support housing program staff, including case managers and advocates, ensuring survivor‑centered advocacy and housing stabilization services
• Provide ongoing training to staff on trauma‑informed care, safety planning, housing first approaches, and specialized needs of survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and trafficking
• Cultivate a collaborative team culture that emphasizes empowerment and respect for survivors

Financial Oversight

• Manage ESG and CoC housing budgets, ensuring compliance with HUD financial regulations and allowable costs
• Collaborate with the Finance Department to track expenditures, complete timely drawdowns, and prepare financial reports for funders
• Assist with grant applications, renewals, and monitoring visits related to HUD‑funded housing programs

Community Engagement & Partnerships

• Represent the organization in HUD CoC planning bodies, ESG consortia, and housing task forces, with an emphasis on survivor representation and system‑level advocacy
• Build partnerships with landlords, property managers, and housing authorities to expand safe housing options for survivors
• Collaborate with law enforcement, healthcare providers, and social service agencies to strengthen coordinated community responses to domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking

Education/Other Skills/Abilities/Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Public Administration, Human Services, or related field (Master’s preferred)
• Minimum 5 years of progressively responsible experience in housing, homeless services, or HUD‑funded programs, with at least 3 years in domestic violence, sexual assault, or human trafficking services
• Strong knowledge of ESG and CoC regulations, VAWA protections, and HUD program compliance
• Experience supervising multidisciplinary teams in a nonprofit or advocacy setting
• Familiarity with HMIS or comparable databases specific to domestic violence programs
• Strong leadership, communication, and community‑building skills
• Demonstrated commitment to survivor‑centered, trauma‑informed, and culturally responsive services
• Ability to lift/carry/move a minimum of 40 lbs for an extended distance
• Office‑based with regular community outreach, landlord engagement, and site visits
• Some evening and weekend availability required
• Must pass a criminal background check and maintain strict confidentiality standards
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required
• No drivers under the age of 21
• No DUI, reckless driving, suspended license violations
• No more than 2 moving violations in a 3‑year period for drivers over the age of 25
• No more than 1 moving violation in a 3‑year period for drivers ages 21‑25

Bay Area Turning Point (BATP) believes that equal opportunity for all employees is important for the continuing success of our organization. In accordance with state and federal law, BATP will not discriminate against an employee or applicant for employment because of race, disability, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, veteran status, or non‑job related factors in hiring, promotion, demotion, training, benefits, transfers, layoffs, terminations, recommendations, rates of pay or other forms of compensation. Opportunity is provided to all employees based on qualifications and job requirements.

NOTE: It is the policy of BATP not to hire applicants who have received services from our agency within the previous 12 month period.