Housing Program Supervisor

BDO USA, LLP; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP ownership

Total Rewards benefits

Job summary

BDO USA, LLP is seeking a Housing Program Supervisor to oversee federally funded disaster and entitlement housing programs, focusing on eligibility, regulatory compliance, and documentation for HUD-assisted projects. This role supports multi-family developments, reconstruction, and rehabilitation efforts in disaster recovery zones.

The position requires strong project management, policy development, and cross-functional leadership.

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor's in Public Policy/Administration or related field.
• Master's degree preferred.
• 3+ years with state/local governments and housing programs.
• Experience with HUD housing programs and funding resources (HOME, SAIL, tax credits, bonds) desired.

Responsibilities

• Oversee development and administration of federally funded housing programs.
• Ensure eligibility under local, state, and federal regulations and HUD Action Plan compliance.
• Manage budgets, reporting, and cross-functional project delivery.
• Supervise administrative staff and team leads.
• Interface with client agencies and senior program staff.
• Travel up to 50% as required.

Skills

Project management

Team leadership

Analytical thinking

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Public Policy or Administration

Master's degree in Public Policy and Administration

Tools

Microsoft Office

Project management software

Job description

Job Summary:

The Housing Program Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the development, administration, and monitoring of federally funded disaster and entitlement programs and projects being implemented in areas recovering from natural disasters. The primary responsibility will be to ensure that housing programs are eligible under local, state, and federal regulations; adhere to the HUD-approved Action Plan; and maintain proper documentation to support all eligible expenses incurred by the disaster agency. The position also assists in implementation of complex housing programs including new multi-family rental developments, reconstruction, and/or rehabilitation of multi-family rental housing or similar projects. The incumbent is expected to provide high-level expertise across a broad range of subject matter areas including HUD housing standards, project management, compliance and monitoring, federal reporting, procurement, and HUD standardized construction and eligibility standards applicable for each project. This position requires travel of up to 50%, depending on project needs and workload.

Job Duties:

• Provides material assistance to the structure and implementation of housing projects involving multiple layers of funding and compliance considerations
• Provides management oversight of many different types of disaster and entitlement programs, including infrastructure, public facilities, public services and administrative functions
• Develops and implements policies, procedures, and SOPs to include federal and state funding requirements; applies local municipality program standards
• Manages and tracks agency spending and project progress; reconciles program budgets and provides regular budget reporting to state and local agencies
• Interfaces with client agencies as well as senior program staff
• Ensures the delivery of timely, effective, and high-quality results to support the goals of the disaster recovery client and program
• Ensures provision of high-quality service to all clients, acting as necessary to maintain the firm's high reputation for superior client services
• Other duties as required

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Will have direct supervision of lower-level staff to include administrative support workers, and team leads

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Public Policy and Administration, Construction Management, Project Management, or Business Administration, required
• Master's degree in Public Policy and Administration, preferred

Experience:

• Three (3) or more years' experience with state and local governments, and the types of initiatives/programs necessary to help them build their economy and culture, required
• Three (3) or more years' of direct experience with the development and implementation of complex housing programs, required
• Three (3) or more years' experience with HUD housing programs and housing financing resources (e.g., HOME, SAIL, tax credits, and/or bonds), required

License/Certifications:

• N/A

Software:

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (e.g.,Word, Excel, PowerPoint), required
• Proficiency with project management software, preferred

Language:

• N/A

Other Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to internally monitor all program and project activities to ensure quality control and quality assurance and preparedness for Federal audits of program activities
• Ability to manage complex cross-functional teams to achieve high levels of production, meet tight deadlines, and deliver compliant and quality work products
• Ability to execute program activities, manage client relationships, and ensure profitability
• Ability to lead a team and achieve successful business results
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, emotional intelligence, and critical thinking skills,
• Demonstrates high-level of integrity and ethics
• Team player with the ability to build organizational capability and motivate team/ partners/staff to ensure high levels of engagement
• Ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
• Ability to travel of up to 50%, depending on project needs and workload

At BDO, how we show up matters. We build strong relationships by supporting one another, our clients, and our communities with care, curiosity, and a commitment to helping one another grow and succeed. Here, you'll find meaningful work, leaders invested in your success, and opportunities to build a career around what matters most to you.

Our purpose is to be the people our clients count on to grow with confidence and achieve what matters most. Our values guide how we bring that purpose to life each day. Together, they shape how we work with one another, serve our clients, and create meaningful impact.

BDO provides assurance, tax, and advisory services to clients across the U.S. and around the world. No matter your role, you'll be part of a team helping clients navigate complexity and move forward with clarity.

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We are proud to be an ESOP company, offering participants a stake in the firm's success through beneficial ownership and a unique opportunity to enhance their financial well-being. As a qualified retirement plan, the ESOP is a meaningful addition to our comprehensive compensation and Total Rewards benefits* offerings. It also reinforces an ownership mindset that strengthens our connection to one another, our clients, and the future we're building together.

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