Resident Services Leader — Special Programs & Grants

Akron Metropolitan Housing Authority; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 56,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental & Vision plans

Life insurance

Retirement plan

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Job summary

Akron Metropolitan Housing Authority invites a Resident Services Manager – Special Programs to lead and grow AMHA’s special programs, including education, health, and digital connectivity, through Building for Tomorrow. You will drive grant research, writing, and funding opportunities while guiding day-to-day operations and coordinating with cross-functional teams.

This role requires strong program management experience, budget oversight, and the ability to build partnerships with community

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in social work, sociology, psychology or public administration/affairs; five years' experience in multi-program management and community relations.
• Master’s degree or LSW preferred; valid Ohio driver's license and insurability under AMHA policies.

Responsibilities

• Manage Building for Tomorrow day-to-day, grant-writing, compliance duties, and board orientation.
• Oversee programs and cross-functional initiatives; ensure delivery of services and opportunities.
• Support Reach Opportunity Center operations related to education.
• Supervise data sharing projects and partnerships to identify resident needs and funding.
• Oversee data/software projects; help with budgeting and forecasting for programs and funds.

Skills

Grant writing

Budget management

Staff supervision

Data analysis

Communication

Fundraising

Partnership building

Education

Bachelor’s degree in social work, sociology, psychology or public administration/affairs

Tools

Microsoft Office

Fundraising databases

Job description

Akron Metropolitan Housing Authority invites a Resident Services Manager – Special Programs to lead and grow AMHA’s special programs, including education, health, and digital connectivity, through Building for Tomorrow. You will drive grant research, writing, and funding opportunities while guiding day-to-day operations and coordinating with cross-functional teams.

This role requires strong program management experience, budget oversight, and the ability to build partnerships with community